BFI-BIOME SAMARTH grant
Ready to make an impact? Blockchain For Impact (BFI) invites India's medical community to lead innovative research that advances scientific knowledge with the focus on real word solutions
Deadline: 08th January 2025
Paving the Way for Innovation
BFI engaged with the Principal Scientific Adviser (PSA)
to discuss opportunities for advancing breakthrough biomedical research and innovations aligned
with Viksit Bharat initiatives.
Blockchain For Impact (BFI) signs an MoU with BRIC-Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (BRIC-THSTI) for expanding the frontiers of biomedical research and innovation.
Blockchain for Impact (BFI) and CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute (CDRI) sign an MoU to foster biomedical research and innovation under the aegis of the BFI-BIOME Virtual Network Program.
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Paving the Way for Innovation
BFI engaged with the Principal Scientific Adviser (PSA)
to discuss opportunities for advancing breakthrough biomedical research and innovations aligned
with Viksit Bharat initiatives.
Stay tuned for more information

A Multisectoral Research and Innovation Convening

Come and be a part of the BFI network, one of SouthEast Asia’s largest platforms driving biomedical innovation.
Interdisciplinary
Collaborative
Platform.
By Blockchain For Impact (BFI)
By Blockchain For Impact (BFI)
A platform designed to catalyze collaboration
across India’s biomedical innovation ecosystem.
‘Blockchain for Impact’ carries forward the baton of the Crypto Relief Fund, a phenomenon that came to the fore at the peak of the second COVID wave in 2021. The relief fund mobilized resources from the global blockchain community and managed to make a positive dent in the healthcare system of India.
Vision & Mission

BFI - BIOME Network Program!

Bringing together Institutes, Incubators  and Medical INI foreground breaking healthcare solutions through biomedical innovation and research.
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BFI-Biome Samarth

Blockchain For Impact (BFI) invites India’s Medical Community to lead innovative research that advances scientific knowledge with the focus on real world solutions
Funding
UP TO
USD
90,000

Project Duration

18 - 24 months

Focus

Applied and Translational Research

Project Duration

28th February 2025

Who can apply

Clinicians/ Faculty at Medical Colleges & Hospitals across India

BFI - BIOME Network Program!

Bringing together Institutes, Incubators  and Medical INI foreground breaking healthcare solutions through biomedical innovation and research.
Learn More

BFI-Biome Samarth

Blockchain For Impact (BFI) invites India’s Medical Community to lead innovative research that advances scientific knowledge with the focus on real world solutions
Funding
UP TO
USD
90,000

Project Duration

18 - 24 months

Focus

Applied and Translational Research

Project Duration

28th February 2025

Who can apply

Clinicians/ Faculty at Medical Colleges & Hospitals across India

BFI-Biome Samarth

Blockchain For Impact (BFI) invites India’s Medical Community to lead innovative research that advances scientific knowledge with the focus on real world solutions
Funding
Up to USD 90,000
Learn More

Focus

Applied and Translational Research

Project Duration

18 - 24 months

Deadline

28th February 2025

Who can apply

Clinicians/ Faculty at Medical Colleges & Hospitals across India
Supporting India’s healthcare system through a cohort of comprehensive themes

District Full-Stack Program

To cater to the notable absence or inadequacy of a comprehensive, To Introduce multi-faceted healthcare delivery that stems from the grassroots, we are harnessing the "District as a unit of change" concept to deliver reoriented, re-organized, and people-centric healthcare solutions on the ground.

Biomedical Research & Innovation

To foster advancements in affordable healthcare, we are empowering research and medical communities, cultivating dynamic partnerships in biomedical science, and harnessing innovation to facilitate tangible solutions.

Innovation & Research

Supporting India’s effort in increasing its capacity to strengthen the country’s healthcare infrastructure. A conclusion seemed obvious about the apparent need for a platform for scholars and young professionals to get involved from basic to intricate Research & Development assignments.

BFI Partners

Harnessing the power of partnerships to improve and provide quality healthcare for all Institutes/Incubators
Blockchain For Impact as a catalyst, and in coordination with fellow partners, strives to forge multi-sectoral collaborations that deliver long-term equitable medical preparedness mechanisms.

Enhancing India’s health capabilities

We back bold ideas, empower frontline teams, and forge powerful partnerships to build better health systems for India.
EXPLORE PROGRAMMES

What’s new

Event

A multisectoral research & innovation convening

Come and be a part of BFI network, one of southeast Asia’s largest platform driving biomedical innovation
Event

BFI YNOS PLatform
Your compass to bio-medical startup success

Come and be a part of BFI network, one of southeast Asia’s largest platform driving biomedical innovation

projects supported by bfi

Institute program

Through the institute partners involved in top notch biomedical research, BFI-BIOME supports upstream and deep science projects with the potential to transform into healthcare solutions.
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Incubator Program

Through experienced incubator partners, BFI-BIOME supports early to mid-stage innovators through fellowships, and kickstarter grants.
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Medical Sector

To promote and support biomedical research and innovation in the medical sector, two programs have been initiated - Medical INI and BFI- BIOME SAMARTH ( Support for Advancement in Medical and Applied Research for Transformative Healthcare).
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Workshops

To strengthen resources and knowledge for biomedical innovators, BFI-BIOME supports partner-led initiatives that foster learning and collaboration and also curates its own workshops. 
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THE BFI MISSION

OUR ECOSYSTEM

BFI is driving meaningful impact in Indian healthcare through a strong ecosystem of partners who share our mission. Together, we strengthen systems, promote innovation, and deliver healthcare solutions where they are needed most. We are grateful for these powerful partnerships that make real progress possible.

Newsroom

Stay updated with our latest announcements, press coverage, and project milestones.
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Launch of the new programme
16 July 2025
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Vimarsh 2025:₹20 crore science prizes announced to honour Indian innovators; Nitin Gadkari emphasises research, infrastructure and global health vision
August 29, 2025
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20 Crore in national science prizes to champion India's leading scientific talent
August 29, 2025
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वैज्ञानिक प्रतिभा को बढ़ावा देने के लिए विज्ञान पुरस्कार देगा गैर-सरकारी संगठन बीएफआई
August 29, 2025
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डिजाइन अप्रोच से स्वास्थ्य समस्याओं की पहचान-निराकरण पर मंथन
February 6, 2025
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Agreement to solve health problems
January 10, 2025
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India health fellowship for people’s better health
January 10, 2025
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A health system oriented public problem solving fellowship program launched to address local public health challenges in Chamarajanagar District
January 10, 2025
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AIIMS Delhi partners with BFI to advance biomedical innovation in India
January 10, 2025
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बार बार यूरीन संक्रमण से जूझ रहें लोगों को मिलेगी राहत
January 10, 2025
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बीएफआई के साथ एम्स का करार, आरयूटीआई से जूझ रहे लोगों को मिलेगी राहत
January 10, 2025
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बीएफआई के साथ एम्स का करार, आरयूटीआई से जूझ रहे लोगों को मिलेगी राहत
January 10, 2025
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AIIMS inks MoU with Blockchain For Impact to focus on recurrent UTIs
January 10, 2025
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AIIMS Delhi, Blockchain For Impact to advance biomedical innovation in India
January 10, 2025
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AIIMS collabs with BFI to study urinary tract infections
January 10, 2025
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AIIMS Delhi partners with Blockchain For Impact to advance biomedical innovation in India
January 10, 2025
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DBT-BIRAC-partners-with-blockchain-for-impact-to-accelerate-bio-medical-innovation-in-india
October 4, 2024
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DBT-BIRAC partners with 'Blockchain For Impact' to accelerate bio-medical innovation in India
October 4, 2024
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Startup news and updates: Daily roundup
October 4, 2024
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DBT-BIRAC, BFI ink pact to support biomedical research and fund emerging startup
October 4, 2024
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BFI in collaboration with the Government of Meghalaya, IIT Bombay and UNICEF, co-host a state workshop on HCD in Meghalaya
August 1, 2024
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BFI in collaboration with the Government of Meghalaya, IIT Bombay and UNICEF, co-host a state workshop on HCD in Meghalaya
July 22, 2024
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BFI in collaboration with the Government of Meghalaya, IIT Bombay and UNICEF, co-host a state workshop on HCD in Meghalaya
August 1, 2024
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Workshop imparts training to state’s health associates - The Shillong Times
July 13, 2024
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BFI & UNICEF Partner To Strengthen India's Health Systems With $2.1M Investment
August 1, 2024
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Blockchain For Impact and UNICEF join hands for strengthening public health through collaborative problem-solving
June 15, 2024
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Blockchain for Impact Announces Allocation of USD 15 Million To Biomedical Research in India - Check Details
August 1, 2024
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Sandeep Nailwal’s BFI BIOME Program allocates $ 15 Mn for Biomedical Research
August 1, 2024
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C-CAMP joins BFI Biome Virtual Network Program to accelerate transformative healthcare solutions
May 29, 2024
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C-CAMP joins hands with BFI to accelerate transformative healthcare solutions
August 1, 2024
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IKP, BFI to Foster Healthcare Interventions
May 29, 2024
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BITS Pilani and Blockchain For Impact collaborate to accelerate biomedical innovation
August 1, 2024
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IIT Bombay, Blockchain for Impact collaborate to advance healthcare innovation in India
May 29, 2024
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IIT Bombay, Blockchain for Impact Partner to Advance Healthcare Innovation in India
May 29, 2024
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Blockchain technology to transform healthcare in India
May 29, 2024
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Blockchain technology to transform healthcare in India
May 29, 2024
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IIT Kanpur Partners with Blockchain for Impact: 150K Boost for Healthcare Innovation Over Three Years
June 15, 2024
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IIT K & ‘Blockchain for Impact’ forge strategic partnership to accelerate healthcare innovation in India
May 29, 2024
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IIT-Kanpur, BFI To Work On Healthcare Innovations
May 29, 2024
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CSIR-CCMB ties up with Blockchain For Impact for biomedical research
May 29, 2024
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IIT-Kanpur and BFI forge partnership to accelerate healthcare innovation in India
May 29, 2024
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IIT Kanpur joins hands with Blockchain for Impact to accelerate healthcare innovation
May 29, 2024
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Foundation & Blockchain Collaborate for Biomedical Innovation
May 28, 2024
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Foundation for Neglected Disease Research (FNDR)
August 1, 2024
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Venture Center, BFI sign pact to accelerate biomedical innovation
August 1, 2024
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Venture Center Partners with Blockchain For Impact to Boost Healthcare Innovation in India
August 1, 2024
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Blockchain for Impact Pledges USD 250,000 For Transformative Changes in India's Healthcare Delivery
May 29, 2024
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Akali Patrika_Chandigarh
August 27, 2024
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August 27, 2024
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Divya Himachal
April 18, 2024
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Dainik Savera
April 18, 2024
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Punjab Times
April 18, 2024
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IISc Bengaluru joins BFI: $1 million boost for Biomedical Research & Innovation...
May 29, 2024
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Blockchain For Impact (BFI) Unveils Rebranding / Commemorates Two Years..
May 29, 2024
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IISc and Blockchain For Impact Join Forces to Drive Biomedical Research...
May 29, 2024
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IISc, Blockchain For Impact Collaborate to Accelerate Biomedical Innovation
July 12, 2024
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Blockchain For Impact to allocate $1 mn for IISc research projects
July 12, 2024
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IISc, Blockchain For Impact join hands, projects worth $1 million on cards
July 12, 2024
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IISc and Blockchain For Impact (BFI) Collaborate to Accelerate Biomedical
July 12, 2024
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BFI collaborates with IIT Chennai to launch WBE.
August 27, 2024
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Launch of the new programme
16 July 2025
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Blogs
The Impact of Blockchain Technology on Wireless Mobile Networks
June 10, 2024
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The Future of Healing: Blockchain in Healthcare Industry
May 29, 2024
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Blockchain for Impact: Transforming Communities with Technology
May 29, 2024
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Reduce Fraud in Medical Billing: How the Blockchain Can Help
April 23, 2024
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Smart Solutions: Secure Applications of Blockchain
April 6, 2024
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How Blockchain is Transforming the Landscape of Biomedical Research
April 18, 2024
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The Role of NGOs and Charities in Covid Relief Fund Distribution in India
June 15, 2024
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Empowering Health Care with Crypto Release Funds: A New Era of Funding
March 21, 2024
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Unlocking the Potential: The Future of Blockchain Technology
March 16, 2024
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Decoding Social Finance: How Social Purpose is Changing the Investment Landscape
August 27, 2024
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Press Release
Launch of the new programme
16 July 2025
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Articles
Integrating economy, environment, and employment into Biotech innovation
August 29, 2025
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India’s R&D Challenge: How Philanthropy Can Drive Healthcare Innovation
August 29, 2025
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Decoding The Role Of Translational Research In Establishing India As A Global Healthcare Innovator
August 21, 2024
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We look forward to collaborate with government initiatives to promote degree programmes in biomedical innovation
August 5, 2024
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Unveil a groundbreaking partnership between Blockchain for Impact (BFI) and UNICEF
July 10, 2024
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Press Release
Launch of the new programme
16 July 2025
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REPORT
Decoding India’s Healthcare Innovations in Response to COVID-19
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REPORT
BFI NE Report
July 2025
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REPORT
Patent Landscape in CRISPR/Cas Technology for Biomedical Applications
July 2025
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Press Release
Launch of the new programme
16 July 2025
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Mini Newsletter (2nd Edition)
July 2025
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Mini Newsletter (1st Edition)
April 2025
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BFI Brochure
April 2025
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ENABLING HEALTHCARE ECOSYSTEM FOR IMPACT

By supporting innovators at every stage, this initiative empowers transformative healthcare solutions that address critical medical needs.

With a focus on cutting-edge research and scalable implementation, it serves as a catalyst for translating promising biomedical discoveries into impactful, real-world outcomes across India and beyond.