Faculty from MCODS Mangalore interacted with faculty of Department of Biotechnology, MIT Manipal and Manipal School of Life Sciences Manipal on 17 April 2024, with the aim of forging Inter – institutional collaborations for PG / faculty research. Dr. Balaji S, Prof & Head of Biotechnology led the group through an informative presentation of research and equipment in his department. Dr. Manjunath B. Joshi, Professor MSLS, conducted a guided tour and demonstrated the various facilities available at MSLS. It was an enriching experience for the faculty of MCODS Mangalore.