“The good thing about science is that it’s true whether or not you believe in it.”

– Neil deGrasse Tyson

On 10th April 2026, the students of Class XI–XII (Biology) at Queen’s Valley School visited the CSIR–Institute of Genomics and Integrative Biology. The visit aimed to provide students with practical exposure and deepen their understanding of modern biological sciences, especially in genomics and integrative biology.

The session began with an expert talk by Dr. Arpan Parichha, who introduced the students to groundbreaking research on the development of mini brains in the laboratory. Dr. Parichha explained how these mini brains, or organoids, are cultivated to simulate human brain development, allowing researchers to study neurological diseases in a controlled setting. After this inspiring talk, students engaged in a guided visit to the institute, where they explored labs, observed researchers at work, and gained firsthand experience of scientific innovation.

The visit concluded on a truly inspiring note as students reflected on the incredible opportunities ahead. They marveled at how cutting-edge research—like the development of mini brains—could transform our understanding of the human brain. The day sparked a newfound passion for scientific inquiry, leaving students eager to explore their own potential in the vast, exciting world of biology.

-Palak Shrivastava, XI-D