The University of Wisconsin–Madison’s history with India spans decades upon decades. Through internships, study abroad opportunities, international students and faculty, and a connected base of alumni, the relationship with India is evident across all areas of campus. Learn more about these connections and how you can be a part of the strong tradition that has been built.
UW–Madison, FluGen, Bharat Biotech to develop CoroFlu, a coronavirus vaccine
GHI One Health Center-India
The UW-Madison Global Health Institute (GHI) joined campus partners in India for a Badger Utsav Sunday, February 5, 2023, to celebrate Badgers Building a Better World. GHI was joined by both Dr. Krishna Ella, who is a GHI Board of Visitors Member as well as Co-founder & Executive Chairman of Bharat Biotech and Co-founder of the Ella Foundation, and his his wife, Suchitra Ella, who is Co-founder and Managing Director of Bharat Biotech and also Co-founder of the Ella Foundation.
Archit Gupta creates tax and financial tech gamechanger in India
Navigating tax season can be a frustrating for anyone—well almost anyone.
When Archit Gupta, M.S. ’08, listened as his father, a CPA in India, described issues with filing taxes for firms and users, he heard what he thought was a “fun problem” to solve. In short, the process was complicated and difficult, even for the savviest accountants. Putting his expertise in computer science and experience in the technology sector to the test, he developed a platform that would allow consumers to easily file their taxes.
Bharat Biotech co-founder receives honorary degree
Often, diseases that emerge in the developing world are overlooked by researchers, with little effort going toward the development of new drugs to treat or prevent. Some of these diseases, SARS, H1N1, and Zika have captured global attention, though many others persist with little mention nor attention.
However, these diseases can have a profound impact if left unchecked.
Treating and eradicating these diseases has been the lifelong goal of Krishna (PhD ’93) and Suchitra Ella, co-founders and joint managing directors of Bharat Biotech, a biotechnology company based in Hyderabad, India, specializing in researching and manufacturing vaccines and bio-therapeutics.
Bonding with a brand
Some brand names have incredible sticking power, becoming so successful that they become synonymous with the product itself. Wanting a bandage, tissue, or photocopy, an American is likely to ask for a Band-Aid, Kleenex, or Xerox. The same can be seen with brands around the world, such as in India, where the brand Fevicol has come to define glue.