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DST sets up COVID-19 task force for mapping of technologies

Department of Science and Technology (DST) has set up a COVID-19 Task Force for mapping of technologies from Research and Development labs, academic institutions, start-ups and Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises. The Department of Science & Technology plays a pivotal role in the promotion of science & technology in the country.

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It aims to fund nearly market-ready solutions in the area of diagnostics, testing, health care delivery solutions, equipment supplies. These solutions include masks and other protective gear, sanitizers, affordable kits for screening, ventilators and oxygenators among others. The Task Force is to identify the most promising start-ups that are close to scale up, who may need financial or other help or connects or projected demand to rapidly scale up.

Important takeaways for all competitive exams:

  • Union Minister of Science and Technology: Harsh Vardhan.
  • Headquarters of Department of Science and Technology: New Delhi.
  • Department of Science and Technology founded: May 1971.

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