GU Receives Prestigious DST-PURSE Grant
Gauhati University (GU) has been awarded a distinguished research grant from the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India, totaling Rs. 13 crores, under the scheme of "Promotion of University Research and Scientific Excellence (PURSE)" programme.
Given to work on a multidisciplinary research proposal titled "Multidisciplinary approach for the utilization of natural resources and advanced materials for sustainable development", this award recognizes for its contribution to research excellence by the Science and Technology Departments of the University.
Another inseparable aspect of performing top-notch research in science and technology is the availability of instrumental facilities. So, as a part of CIR, the University proposes to develop a state-of-the-art instrumental facility that, in addition to providing high-end instrumentation, would also provide training and employment opportunities for researchers and technicians as well as to develop marketable products.
In this direction, Gauhati University has a vision to the harbour and incubates startup foundations and provides training and employment opportunities to the people of this region. Last but not least, Gauhati University envisions undertaking several programs as part of our social scientific responsibilities with efforts to popularize science and technology among young students through short-term fellowships to college students for performing internships at the CIR and create awareness among the masses about various aspects of environmental care and waste management.
Furthermore, the centre will offer free or low-cost solutions for livelihood problems faced by farmers and people from economically weaker sections.
The primary goal of the grant is to support existing research infrastructure for scientific advancement while enhancing the research ecosystem. Through this facility, Gauhati University intends to develop an integrated approach toward creating a scientific foundation for addressing local and global issues related to environmental care, energy crisis and healthcare.
The University is committed to finding ways to harness natural resources, biomass and wastes that are local to northeast India to develop value-added finished products and pharmaceuticals. This would extend a helping hand towards boosting the economy of this region, placing it at a high pedestal on the economic map of the world.
During the process, we propose contributing toward the growth, development and improved quality of life of the people in this region in a sustainable manner. The University has a workforce that is highly motivated to carry out multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary research.
To facilitate the research proposed herein, Gauhati University has proposed to create a Centre for Interdisciplinary Research (CIR). This centre would bring together researchers from different fields and facilitate collaborative research under one roof. This centre would also generate skilled research.
