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About Research & Development Cell

Research and Development Cell is essential for successful growth of an institution. The R&D Cell will promote, facilitate, and develop creative endeavours, research, and development at the Central University of Gujarat. It will foster the technological, economic and social wellbeing of Central University of Gujarat, in collaboration with government as well as non-governmental and private sectors.

Key Functions of RDC
  • Develop, monitor and review policies relating to the University's research activities
  • Guide and endorse activities of sub-committees including Research Advisory Committee
  • Encourage development of strategic research priorities and objectives
  • Review submission for formation and continuation of University Research Strengths
  • Affirm policies for sponsored research and consultancies
  • Safeguard the intellectual property of the university and its faculty

Vision & Mission of RDC

Vision

To establish Central University of Gujarat as a premier research institution that contributes significantly to knowledge creation, innovation, and technological advancement for the betterment of society.

Mission

To foster a vibrant research culture through multidisciplinary collaboration, industry partnerships, and cutting-edge facilities that enable faculty and students to pursue excellence in research and innovation.

Research Objectives
  • To ensure smooth functioning and effective management of innovation research and development activities
  • To promote collaborative research and strengthen industry-institute interaction
  • To identify potential areas of research and form faculty clusters based on specialization
  • To prepare and submit proposals to government agencies for obtaining funded projects
  • To encourage multi-disciplinary research internally and externally
  • To coordinate research activities among various departments

CUG Research Policy

Central University of Gujarat has established comprehensive research policies to ensure ethical, innovative, and impactful research across all disciplines. Our research policy framework promotes excellence while maintaining the highest standards of integrity.

RDC Team

S. No. Name Designation Role in RDC Contact
1 Hon'ble Vice-Chancellor Vice-Chancellor Chairman vc@cug.ac.in
2 Prof. (Name) Professor Director, RDC rdc.director@cug.ac.in
3 Prof. (Representative) Dean Research Member dean.research@cug.ac.in
4 Prof. (Representative) School Head Member head@cug.ac.in
5 External Expert Senior Researcher Member external@cug.ac.in
6 Industry Representative Industry Expert Member industry@cug.ac.in
7 Administrative Officer Registrar/Deputy Registrar Member Secretary registrar@cug.ac.in

Project Guidelines

The Research & Development Cell provides comprehensive guidelines for faculty and researchers to apply for various funding opportunities and manage research projects effectively.

Funding Agencies
  • UGC (University Grants Commission)
  • DST (Department of Science & Technology)
  • CSIR (Council of Scientific & Industrial Research)
  • ISRO (Indian Space Research Organisation)
  • DRDO (Defence Research & Development Organisation)
  • Private Industries
Project Categories
  • Major Research Projects
  • Minor Research Projects
  • Consultancy Projects
  • Collaborative Research
  • Student Research Projects
  • International Projects

Closed Projects

The following research projects have been successfully completed by our faculty members with significant contributions to their respective fields.

Development of Novel Nanomaterials for Environmental Applications
Principal Investigator: Prof. Dr. [Name]
Funding Agency: DST
Duration: 2019-2022
Amount: ₹15,00,000
Status: Completed
Advanced Materials for Energy Storage Systems
Principal Investigator: Prof. Dr. [Name]
Funding Agency: CSIR
Duration: 2018-2021
Amount: ₹12,50,000
Status: Completed
Biodiversity Conservation in Western Ghats
Principal Investigator: Prof. Dr. [Name]
Funding Agency: UGC
Duration: 2017-2020
Amount: ₹8,00,000
Status: Completed
Digital Humanities and Cultural Studies
Principal Investigator: Prof. Dr. [Name]
Funding Agency: ICHR
Duration: 2020-2023
Amount: ₹6,50,000
Status: Completed
Machine Learning Applications in Healthcare
Principal Investigator: Prof. Dr. [Name]
Funding Agency: Private Industry
Duration: 2019-2022
Amount: ₹10,00,000
Status: Completed

Running Projects

Currently, our faculty members are actively engaged in the following research projects that are making significant contributions to various fields of study.

Sustainable Water Treatment Technologies
Principal Investigator: Prof. Dr. [Name]
Funding Agency: DST
Duration: 2023-2026
Amount: ₹18,00,000
Status: Ongoing
AI-Driven Drug Discovery Platform
Principal Investigator: Prof. Dr. [Name]
Funding Agency: SERB
Duration: 2024-2027
Amount: ₹25,00,000
Status: Ongoing
Climate Change Impact on Coastal Ecosystems
Principal Investigator: Prof. Dr. [Name]
Funding Agency: MoEFCC
Duration: 2023-2025
Amount: ₹14,00,000
Status: Ongoing
Smart Grid Technologies for Rural Electrification
Principal Investigator: Prof. Dr. [Name]
Funding Agency: MNRE
Duration: 2024-2026
Amount: ₹20,00,000
Status: Ongoing
Quantum Computing Algorithms for Optimization
Principal Investigator: Prof. Dr. [Name]
Funding Agency: ISRO
Duration: 2024-2027
Amount: ₹22,50,000
Status: Ongoing
Traditional Knowledge Systems and Modern Science
Principal Investigator: Prof. Dr. [Name]
Funding Agency: UGC
Duration: 2023-2025
Amount: ₹9,00,000
Status: Ongoing

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Director, Research & Development Cell
Central University of Gujarat
Research & Development Cell
Central University of Gujarat
Sector 29, Gandhinagar, Gujarat - 382030
Office: (079) 23977500
Extension: 250
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Saturday: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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