Mumbai, 18th January 2024 – Cactus Communications (CACTUS), a company specializing in science communication and technology, has joined forces with the Indian Society of Cell Biology (Society). This two years partnership aims to enhance academic growth and offer training support to students, postdocs, and researchers in various life sciences fields, highlighting a step forward in academic development.

The 46th All India Cell Biology Conference (AICBC2024), organized by the Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research, and Education in Cancer (ACTREC), Tata Memorial Centre, took place from January 10-12, 2024. It was a key event for promoting collaboration and sharing knowledge in the field.

Complementing this, Cactus Communications conducted two webinars in partnership with the Society on January 5, 2024: ‘Writing and structuring your manuscript to make it publish-worthy’ and ‘The power of conferences, networking, and social media in academia’. These webinars, designed for Ph.D. students and postdocs, focused on manuscript writing and effective networking skills in academia.

Mr. Abhishek Goel, Co-Founder & CEO of Cactus Communications shared, “Our commitment extends to fostering academic advancement within the global life sciences community. Collaborating with the Indian Society of Cell Biology enables us to connect with a diverse spectrum of students, postdocs, and researchers, empowering them through upskilling programs and offering comprehensive service solutions”

Dr. Pritha Ray, Principal Investigator, ACTREC and Vice President, Indian Society of Cell Biology commented, “Working with Cactus Communications gives our participants access to important resources and insights. The insightful webinars not only enriched our academic community but also created opportunities for new collaborations and skill building. We are excited about the future of this partnership.”

This collaboration reflects a mutual commitment to advancing academic quality and equipping the Cell Biology academic community with the necessary tools and knowledge for success.