The Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (THSTI), part of an emerging health biotech science cluster, is an ambitious initiative which creates the unique institutional environment for the conduct of truly multidisciplinary research that translates scientific and technological advancements into medical innovations that will improve public health. It also seeks to establish collaborations with research institutions and hospitals around India, making this a national undertaking. The goal: affordable technologies and solutions that address global healthcare challenges. In the past decade, there has been a new emphasis in India on adopting a more innovative, globally-focused agenda in science and technology institution development. With tremendous ground support and buy-in from the Indian Government, the opportunity is here for India to emerge as a global leader, increasing its capacity for generating and translating scientific...