Dr. Hima successfully completed her STS ICMR project titled 'Biomechanical reinforcement of PMMA denture base material with sericin and fibroin-a preliminary screening study' under the guidance of Dr. Meenakshi S, Assistant professor, Dept of Prosthodontics, JSS Dental College and Hospital. We thank our Principal, Dr. Dhakshaini M R, and the leadership of JSSAHER and the University of Mysore Sericulture Department for all the support.