Mysore/Mysuru, April 23 -- Prof. K. Kemparaju & Prof. Kesturu S. Girish to be honoured for Research Helping Humanity

Prof. K. Kemparaju, Senior Professor, Department of Studies in Biochemistry, University of Mysore (UoM) and Prof. Kesturu S. Girish, Professor, Department of Studies in Biochemistry, Tumkur University, who have developed methods to save lives from Cobra bite and limbs from amputation by Viper bite, have been selected for Bhramara's Prestigious Award for Research Helping Humanity.

Their determined effort, sound science and a spirit of innovation will save thousands of lives not only in India but in many countries of the world. Karnataka has the maximum number of deaths due to snake bite in India.

The award, instituted by ...