New scientific studies should be guided by previous research for better results, says former IISc director
Former IISc director P. Balaram emphasized that modern scientific research should be grounded in historical studies to achieve better outcomes. Speaking at a cell and gene therapy conference, he highlighted the need for intensive research into blood disorders and the importance of collaborative efforts in medical science.
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It underscores the importance of foundational knowledge in accelerating medical breakthroughs and improving patient treatment protocols.
Any new scientific study should be guided by the history of studies that were done many years ago to obtain better results, said P. Balaram, former director, Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore, on Friday evening.
In his inaugural address at the 11th International Cell and Gene Therapy Conference (CGTCON 2026), which was organised by Centre for Stem Cell Research (CSCR) at CMC in Vellore, Dr. Balram said that exhaustive research on various areas of specialisation of healthcare has been done many years ago. Such research findings should be the foundation for young scientists to conduct new research. “The history of research that was done over all these years remains a guiding light for young researchers to take their studies to new heights,” he said.
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