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Detailed explanation-1: -Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, Executive Chairperson of Biocon and Biocon Biologics, has been elected as the Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh (RSE), Scotland’s National Academy established in 1783, for the advancement of learning and useful knowledge.

Detailed explanation-2: -It is inspiring to join this fellowship of luminaries from different walks of life who are striving for the economic and social well-being of the world, said Biocon chief Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw.

Detailed explanation-3: -The Royal Society of Edinburgh recognises, supports and mobilises expertise from across academia, business and public service for the benefit of Scotland and the wider world. Our Fellows from academia, business and public service are among the most distinguished in their fields.

Detailed explanation-4: -Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw named for Fellow of Royal Society of Edinburgh.

Detailed explanation-5: -Executive Chairperson – Biocon Limited and Biocon Biologics Limited. Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw is a first-generation entrepreneur and global business leader with over 4 decades of experience in biotechnology. Fueled by her passion, she started her biotech journey in 1978 from her garage in India.