Anderson Diagnostics & Labs, Chennai, in a landmark collaboration with Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), has formally launched the MAHE–Anderson Centre of Excellence (COE) in Reproductive Genomics. The inauguration marks a decisive step toward transforming prenatal testing and women’s healthcare diagnostics in coastal Karnataka and beyond.
A First-of-Its-Kind Genomics Facility at a University Hospital
Through this strategic partnership, MAHE has established a state-of-the-art, in-house Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) facility at its University Hospital. Notably, this is the first such comprehensive genomics setup within the MAHE ecosystem, designed to support advanced diagnostic services across all MAHE institutions as well as hospitals in the region.
Advancing Prenatal Testing and Women’s Healthcare
Drawing on Anderson Diagnostics’ decade-long expertise in reproductive genomics, the Centre introduces advanced genomic solutions focused on reproductive health. As a result, clinicians can now diagnose critical genetic conditions even before birth—an important advancement that significantly strengthens women’s healthcare and foetal medicine.
Bridging Academic Research and Clinical Diagnostics
At its core, the MAHE–Anderson COE aims to seamlessly integrate cutting-edge academic research with robust, scalable clinical diagnostics. Consequently, the Centre seeks to ensure that scientific discoveries rapidly translate into real-world applications, directly benefiting patients and clinicians in reproductive and foetal medicine.
Industry Expertise Strengthening Clinical Impact
Highlighting Anderson Diagnostics’ role in the collaboration, Dr. Suriyakumar G, Director & Radiologist, Anderson Diagnostics & Labs, stated that the organisation brings over ten years of pioneering experience in reproductive genomics and high-throughput testing. He emphasised that Anderson Diagnostics will establish the operational backbone of the Centre, ensuring that research outcomes convert swiftly and reliably into actionable diagnostic reports. Furthermore, he underscored the commitment to standardised processes that can reshape the genomics diagnostics ecosystem, particularly in complex prenatal cases.
A Hub for Training, Research, and Diagnostics
As per the press release, beyond diagnostics, the MAHE–Anderson COE will function as a multidisciplinary hub for academic training, translational research, and comprehensive genomic services. Importantly, these services will be accessible not only to MAHE institutions but also to other hospitals across the region, thereby expanding the reach of precision diagnostics.
Leadership Perspectives on the Collaboration
Welcoming the partnership, Dr. Sharath K. Rao, Pro Vice-Chancellor (Health Sciences), MAHE, noted that collaborating with Anderson Diagnostics—one of the pioneers in advanced diagnostic services across India and neighbouring countries—will help expand access to cost-effective genomic solutions and strengthen healthcare delivery in coastal Karnataka.
Similarly, Dr. Anil K. Bhat, Dean, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, highlighted the significance of the industry–academia linkage. He stated that the Centre’s advanced genomic healthcare solutions will enable more personalised and effective clinical management in reproductive and foetal medicine.
Driving Precision Medicine in Reproductive Health
Emphasising the Centre’s broader vision, Dr. Shubhashree Uppangala, Associate Professor and Head, Department of Reproductive Sciences, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, and Coordinator of the MAHE–Anderson COE, explained that the initiative aims to bridge existing knowledge gaps in genomic diagnostics related to reproductive health. Moreover, the Centre will actively support the growth of precision medicine and focused research in women’s health and reproduction.
Together, MAHE and Anderson Diagnostics set a new benchmark in reproductive genomics, reinforcing the role of collaborative innovation in shaping the future of prenatal care and women’s health diagnostics.