On November 15, 2024, the Department of Biotechnology and Biochemical Engineering at JCT College of Engineering and Technology (JCT CET), in collaboration with the Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC), organized an inspiring motivational session titled "Idea to Impact: Entrepreneur". This session was held at the JCT CET Seminar Hall at 3:00 PM, with Dr. D. Padmanabhan, an accomplished entrepreneur and the Founder and Director of Dhanajaeevam Labs Pvt Ltd and Dhanajeevam Lifesciences, Coimbatore, as the keynote speaker.

The event was coordinated by Dr. G. Gnanavel, Professor at the Department of Biotechnology and Biochemical Engineering, who ensured the smooth organization of the session. The session was convened by Dr. K.V. Selvakumar, Professor and Head of the Department of Biotechnology and Biochemical Engineering, who expressed his support for fostering entrepreneurial thinking among students.

The motivational session "Idea to Impact: Entrepreneur" was an immense success, providing valuable insights into the world of biotechnology entrepreneurship. Dr. Padmanabhan’s experience and wisdom served as a source of inspiration for all attendees. The session concluded with a vote of thanks, with the promise of more such initiatives to inspire innovation and entrepreneurship within the academic community. This session was a vital step in encouraging students to turn their innovative ideas into real-world impact and to consider entrepreneurship as a meaningful career path.