MICROBIOME STARTUP SUPPORTING PROGRAM
Centre of Excellence in Microbiome (CoEM), a premier institution working in the field of microbiome, is initiated by the Govt. of Kerala under the aegis of KSCSTE. The major focus of CoEM is to create a strong knowledge base in the area of microbiome and to disseminate the knowledge for the development of products, technologies and measurable outcomes for the benefit of society.
PURPOSE AND PROCESS
CoEM extends structured incubation support to selected microbiome-based startups, with a focus on transforming innovative concepts into market-ready products. Startups at the Proof-of-Concept stage may apply by submitting an application as per format, outlining their profile, required support, and a basic workplan with achievable milestones in a 11-month period. To safeguard intellectual property, applicants are advised to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA). Applications will undergo committee evaluation, following which selected firms will be invited for a discussion. Inducted teams may start with a three-month pre-incubation program upon payment of a nominal bench fee (see payment options below). Performance during this phase will be closely monitored and evaluated by CoEM. Subsequent extension of support will be contingent on evaluation report.
Startups inducted to CoEM will also benefit from industry-connect initiatives, enabling direct interaction with leading industrial partners. This provides them with valuable exposure to current industrial challenges, emerging opportunities, and sector-specific requirements in the microbiome domain, thereby aligning their product development with market relevance.
WHAT WE OFFER
- FULL FLEDGED LAB FACILITIES IN PLUG AND PLAY MODE
- ADVANCED EQUIPMENT FACILITY
- AMBIENT CO-WORKING SPACE
- EXPERT SCIENTIFIC MENTORING, IF REQUIRED
- AUDIO-VISUALLY EQUIPPED MINI SEMINAR HALL
- WIFI CONNECTIVITY
- CONDUCIVE ENVIRONMENT FOR MICROBOIME BASED STARTUPS
PAYMENT PACKAGES
- MONTHLY RENT FOR SITTING SPACE: Rs. 2000/-
- PACKAGE FOR BASIC LAB FACILITY: Rs. 8000/- pm
Basic lab package includes the usage* of:
- Microbial culture facility
- Basic lab equipments
- Minimum storage space in -20 and -80 deep freezers
- Seminar hall of 25 pax capacity (3 meetings per month)
- Scientific mentoring support** (one meeting per month)
- Entry cards
- Wifi access
THREE-MONTHS PRE-INCUBATION PACKAGE: Rs. 6000/- per month.
This include Rs. 2000 as sitting space rent and Rs. 4000 as basic lab package.
*Shared facility; Pre-booking is mandatory ** If required and subjected to NDA
ACCESS TO ADVANCED EQUIPMENTS*
This includes the usage of:
- PCR
- Animal cell culture facility
- Phase Contrast microscope
- Gel documentation unit
- Inverted microscope
- Lyophiliser
- Multi-mode reader
- Anaerobic Culture Facility
Support firms to utilise facilities such as Genomics, Metagenomics and advanced analysis, Proteomics, Metabolomics and advanced imaging services through outsourcing.
*On payment basis; Pre-booking is mandatory; Use of advanced equipments will be supported/supervised by staff of CoEM
Connect us at
Ph. 8138999099
Email: coemkscste@gmail.com