Bioskool™ Teaching and DIY Kits Launched as a Startup Support Initiative of Central University of Jammu
Jammu, 6th May 2025: Bioskool™, an innovative idea dedicated to hands-on biology education, was formally launched today by the Vice Chancellor of the Central University of Jammu, Prof. Sanjeev Jain. The launch marks a significant step in making biology more accessible to school students, blending education with engaging, practical learning experiences. With a strong focus on inclusivity, Bioskool™ aims to provide multilingual educational resources and interactive experiments designed to inspire young minds.
Speaking at the event, Prof. Jain emphasized the importance of fostering scientific curiosity and hands-on experimentation among students. “Bioskool™ is a commendable initiative that bridges the gap between traditional learning and practical application, ensuring that students develop a deeper understanding of life sciences,” he stated. He also shared valuable insights and recommendations for enhancing Bioskool™’s website and products, offering constructive suggestions to further enrich the platform’s educational impact. The launch was done in the presence of Prof. Rakesh Jha, President Institution Innovation Council, Dr. Ashok Kumar, Head of the Department of Zoology, Dr. Narendra K. Bairwa, Head Centre for Molecular Biology.
Central University of Jammu, under the dynamic leadership of Vice chancellor, Prof. Sanjeev Jain has taken several initiatives to promote entrepreneurship in Students and faculty alike. The implementation of National Innovation and Startup Policy 2019 of MHRD GoI through the Startup policy 2023 of CU Jammu, has been a phenomenal step in promoting entrepreneurial attitude in faculty and students.
In the interaction with the team, led by Prof. Swarkar Sharma, Department of Zoology and M.Sc Biotechnology students: Md. Tausir Alam, Anushka Dobhal, Yatendra Pawar, Tripti Kumari, Aman Kant and Aditri Dixit, the team further shared Bioskool™’s mission of making complex scientific concepts in biology approachable and engaging with their 100 unique biology experiments for classes 2 – 12. With its unique blend of creativity, inclusivity, and rigorous scientific protocols, Bioskool™ is set to make a lasting impact in the field of biology education. The team informed that for wider reachout, after the launch the products will be available online on their portal www.bioskool.in, as well as on various online e-commerce platforms as DIY (Do-IT-Yourself) kits.
