New scientific studies should be guided by previous research for better results, says former IISc director

P. Balaram, former director, Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore delivering the inaugural address at 11th International Cell and Gene Therapy Conference (CGTCON 2026) in CMC, Vellore on Friday. | Photo Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTAny new scientific study should be guided by the history of studies that were done many years ago to obtain better results, said P. Balaram, former director, Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore, on Friday evening.