Manipal University Jaipur(MUJ) bags a multi-disciplinary prestigious research grant of Rs 10 Crores from the Department of Science and Technology under the PURSE (Promotion of University Research and Scientific Excellence) scheme. Proud moment for the MUJ fraternity to witness the felicitation of the President Prof. GK Prabhu by the Hon'ble Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh, Minister of state (Independent Charge) for the Ministry of Science and Technology and Earth Sciences, Govt of India at Vishwavidyalaya Anusandhan Utsav 2023, Dr. Ambedkar International Center in New Delhi. Dr. S Chandrasekhar, Secretary, DST, Dr. Akhilesh Gupta, Senior Adviser, DST and Dr. Pratishtha Pandey, Head, R&D Infrastructure, DST Govt. of India were also present.
Title of the Project: Development and utilization of high value products from waste resources: circular solution for agricultural and non-agricultural applications
Duration: 2023-2027
Project Implementation Group:
1. Dr. Lalita Ledwani, Department of Chemistry (Project Coordinator): Principal Investigator
2. Dr. Abhishek Sharma, Department of Chemical Engineering: Principal Investigator
3. Dr. Rakesh Sharma, Department of Biosciences: Principal Investigator
4. Dr. Rohit Jain, Department of Biosciences: Principal Investigator
A National Symposium EcoViSun 2024: Advancing Sustainability, Promoting Innovation, Realizing Equity (ASPIRE), supported by DST PURSE is scheduled on March 5-6, 2024, at Manipal University Jaipur. The event is jointly organized by Department of Chemistry, Department of Biosciences, and Department of Biotechnology & Chemical Engineering. The symposium aims to explore trends in sustainability and innovation in research, technologies, and novel approaches that support global environment protection while promoting equality. The event seeks to encourage partnership, idea sharing, and contribution towards creating a sustainable, creative, fair, and equitable environment. This symposium features keynote lectures by renowned scientists, professors, and industry experts, providing valuable insights into the latest advancements in environmental sciences.
Faculty members, industry professionals and scholars are encouraged to participate and present their research work towards the theme of the symposium.