BRIC-CDFD
Department of Biotechnology, Government of India
Life sciences incubator at Centre for DNA Fingerprinting and Diagnostics, supporting biotech startups with world-class lab infrastructure and zero-equity incubation under DBT, Government of India.
BRIC-CDFD at a glance
| Part of | Department of Biotechnology, Government of India |
|---|---|
| Established | 1999 |
| Address | Hyderabad, Telangana, India |
| Official website | incubator.cdfd.org.in |
| incubator@cdfd.org.in |
Programs by BRIC-CDFD
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Labs & facilities
Equipment and space on campus.
incubation space
High-end Equipment
animal facility
The only incubator in the region offering an in-house animal facility.
Support services
Help offered alongside funding and space.
Recognitions & empanelments
Official approvals this incubator holds.
NIDHI Prayas Scheme
CDFD Technology Incubator supported a startup that secured funding through NIDHI Prayas Scheme.
Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS)
CDFD Technology Incubator supported a startup that secured funding through Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS).
About BRIC-CDFD
BRIC-CDFD (Centre for DNA Fingerprinting and Diagnostics) is a life sciences research institute under the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India. The CDFD Technology Incubator operates within the BRIC-CDFD campus in Uppal, Hyderabad, dedicated to nurturing early-stage innovations and deep-tech startups in biotechnology and allied disciplines.
The incubator provides access to state-of-the-art research infrastructure including advanced genomics and proteomics cores, an Experimental Animal Facility, greenhouse, and shared high-end scientific instrumentation. It offers co-working laboratory and office space, IP and technology transfer assistance, expert mentorship across technical, business, finance, legal, and regulatory domains, and networking and market linkages. Incubation is offered with zero equity dilution.
The iDeaNA Technology Incubator was recently inaugurated at BRIC-CDFD, designed to accelerate early-stage innovations in life sciences.
Who Benefits
Academic entrepreneurs, individual innovators, and startups working in biotechnology, genomics, diagnostics, and life sciences research seeking laboratory infrastructure and mentorship support.
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Frequently asked questions about BRIC-CDFD
What does BRIC-CDFD do?
BRIC-CDFD (Centre for DNA Fingerprinting and Diagnostics) is a life sciences research institute under the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India.
Where is BRIC-CDFD located?
BRIC-CDFD is based in Hyderabad, Telangana, India.
What sectors does BRIC-CDFD support?
BRIC-CDFD works with startups in Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Genomics, Diagnostics and Healthcare.
What stage of startup does BRIC-CDFD support?
BRIC-CDFD supports startups at the Ideation, Validation and Early Revenue stages.
What facilities does BRIC-CDFD offer?
BRIC-CDFD offers incubation space, High-end Equipment and animal facility.
Is BRIC-CDFD government recognised?
BRIC-CDFD holds the following recognitions and affiliations: NIDHI Prayas Scheme and Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS).
When was BRIC-CDFD founded?
BRIC-CDFD was founded in 1999. It operates as a government.
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