Pondicherry University
india
The Centre for Nanoscience and Technology was established in 2010 and it works in synergy with the other Science and Engineering Departments of the University. All the faculty members possess a high research profile with the ability to conduct research in the forefront areas of Nanoscience and Technology. The faculty members have received research funds of more than Rs. 6.5 Crores from various funding agencies such as DST, CSIR, UGC, UGC-DAE, DRDO, ICMR, AICTE etc. In addition, the University has also sanctioned a special grant of Rs. 5 Crores for the development of the Centre. The faculty members of the Centre have published more than 400 research articles in the International Journals and also taken more than 20 patents. The Centre has taken initiation to undertake many collaborative research work and consultancy services. The Centre is proud of its Alumni in various spheres of learning and research both Nationally and Internationally.