India, July 7 -- Prof Gagandeep Kang, Executive Director, Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (THSTI), Faridabad has called it quits. Known for her inter-disciplinary research studying the transmission, development and prevention of enteric infections and their sequelae in children in India, she has unexpectedly resigned from her position at THSTI.

According to the response shared with the media, Prof Kang has stated personal reasons behind taking this step. Hoping to make a smooth transition for her exit from THSTI, she will be returning to Vellore to be with her family.

Meanwhile her resignation is also being linked with the way the government is expediting the development of indigenous COVID-19 vaccine Covaxin. This...