Introduction

Research and Development Cell of CHRIST (Deemed to be University), an innovative hub dedicated to advancing knowledge, fostering collaboration, and promoting transformative research initiatives. Established in 1999, it was restructured in 2023 as per the guidelines of the University Grants Commission (UGC). Our Research and Development Cell serves as a beacon of excellence in higher education, driving forward a culture of inquiry, innovation, and scholarly pursuit.

At CHRIST (Deemed to be University), we recognize the pivotal role of research and development in shaping the future of academia, industry, and society at large. Research and Development Cell is committed to providing a conducive environment where scholars, researchers, and students from diverse disciplines can come together to explore new frontiers, tackle complex challenges, and make meaningful contributions to the global intellectual landscape.

 

Director

Dr PRADEEP G SIDDHESHWAR
MSc, PhD
SENIOR PROFESSOR
SCHOOL OF SCIENCES
BANGALORE CAMPUS

 

Associate Director

Dr ELANGOVAN N
MBA, MPhil, PhD
PROFESSOR
SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
BANGALORE CAMPUS

 

 

Research facilities :

 

Objectives

Objectives of the Research and Development Cell at CHRIST (Deemed to be University):

Establishing a robust organizational structure with role-based functions within the Research and Development Cell. This includes formulating comprehensive research policies for Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), identifying thrust areas of research, and forming cluster groups or consortia of researchers to focus on specific research domains.

Creating enabling provisions in research policies to streamline the recruitment of research personnel, procurement of equipment, and financial management. Providing adequate autonomy to Principal Investigators and ensuring the dissemination of research outcomes to stakeholders and the public.

Establishing a special purpose vehicle to promote researchers and innovators within the university. Identifying potential collaborators from industry, research organizations, academic institutions, and other stakeholders for cooperative partnerships and synergistic collaborations.

Acting as a liaison between researchers and relevant research funding agencies. Providing guidance in the preparation and submission of project proposals, as well as overseeing adherence to timelines post-sanctioning of grants.

Ensuring better coordination among other cells and centers dealing with University-Industry Inter Linkage, Incubation, Innovation, Entrepreneurship Development, and Intellectual Property Rights (IPR).

Maintaining an Institutional Research Information System to share the status of ongoing and completed research projects/programs, expertise, and resources. Utilizing Information and Communication Technology (ICT) to prepare a database of in-house experts for industrial consultancy and services.

Engaging the services of active faculty and scientists in research capacity building of talented young minds. Promoting mobility of researchers across institutions and R&D Labs to foster knowledge exchange and collaboration.

Serving as a nodal center for ideation and conceptualization of research topics/themes through workshops and training programs. Ensuring integrity and ethical practices in research activities, including clearance of bioethical committees where required.

These objectives reflect the commitment of the Research and Development Cell at CHRIST (Deemed to be University) to foster a culture of research excellence, collaboration, and ethical conduct, while also facilitating knowledge dissemination and innovation in alignment with national and international standards.

 

CHRIST

(Deemed to be University)

Dharmaram College Post, Hosur Road, Bengaluru - 560029,
Karnataka, India

Tel: +91 804012 9100 / 9600

Fax: 40129000

Email: mail@christuniversity.in

Web: http://www. christuniversity.in

Vision

EXCELLENCE AND SERVICE

Mission

CHRIST (Deemed to be University) is a nurturing ground for an individual's holistic development to make effective contribution to the society in a dynamic environment.

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