Xavier’s Biotech Association – Palindrome (XAB) is a vibrant, student-led initiative under the Postgraduate Department of Biotechnology at St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai. Founded with the goal of fostering scientific inquiry and leadership, XAB serves as a dynamic platform where MSc students collaboratively explore, ideate, and engage with real-world challenges in biotechnology. 

XAB organises seminars, expert talks, journal clubs, workshops, and community outreach activities that aim to bridge academic knowledge with practical insights. The association encourages critical thinking, innovation, and interdisciplinary dialogue—preparing students to be future-ready scientists, educators, and entrepreneurs.

Through its annual calendar of events, XAB not only enriches the academic environment but also promotes social responsibility and scientific literacy among the broader community.