IP And Trademarks 19 October 2026
UoH Researcher Secures Patent for DNA/RNA Pooling Tech
Prof. Sreenivasulu Kurukuti of the University of Hyderabad's Department of Animal Biology has been granted an Indian patent for a novel DNA/RNA sample pooling technology. The innovation promises faster, more cost‑effective testing by allowing multiple specimens to be processed together without sacrificing accuracy, a breakthrough that could benefit large‑scale diagnostics and research labs across the country.
Patent Granted for Sample Pooling Innovation
Prof. Sreenivasulu Kurukuti received a patent from the Indian Patent Office for his DNA/RNA sample pooling method, aimed at improving testing efficiency.
- Enables multiple samples to be analyzed simultaneously
- Reduces time and cost for large‑scale diagnostic work
- Maintains accuracy comparable to individual testing
The technology is expected to aid laboratories handling high volumes of specimens, especially in disease surveillance and research contexts. Read more at the original article.
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