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  • Question
  • The Department of Biotechnology (DBT) working under ministry of science and technology has launched human tissue mapping project recently. It was named as;


  • Options
  • A. UDAV
  • B. ANOM
  • C. MANAV
  • D. RISHI

  • Correct Answer
  • MANAV 

    Explanation
    Department of Biotechnology (DBT) working under ministry of science and technology has recently launched human tissue mapping project called MANAV: Human Atlas Initiative. It has been launched to improve understanding on human physiology. Objective of this initiative is to map every single tissue of human body to find out deepest information and roles of tissues and cells linked to a variety of ailments. Department of Biotechnology has issued funds of Rs 13 cr to two institutions in Pune, Indian Institute of Science, Education and Research (IISER) and National Centre for Cell Science (NCCS).

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    • Options
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