Through this project, the university is set to explore how ‘microalgae’, which are commonly found along India’s west coast, can be tapped for their use in various industries such as skin care products or nutraceuticals like omega-3s

State Health Minister Veena George said the skin bank was set up to ensure world-class treatment for burn victims within the public health system. The Minister added that steps are underway to establish a second skin bank at the Government Medical College in Kottayam, further strengthening the state`s burn care network