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National Science Research Institutes in India

Different grounds of science, Research centres, funding, Scope, Institutions, Findings.

Education has no boundaries. In today’s world, even if the world is running after money and stability, there are several academic institutions offering research programs in every field of studies. A huge number of academic research institutions have gained both national and international recognition in the past. The government of India has been supporting these institutes by funding them to expand their fields. Most of the research institutes are funded by the government of India through ministries like the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Ministry of Human Resource Development, etc. 

It’s very difficult to categorize these research institutes on a scale of 1 to 10. However, from cultivation to complicated physics and other scientific grounds are covered in all these institutions. Though the Government of India is the main sponsor, the equipment and facilities of many research programs are often offered by international institutions. Here’s the list of some of the top 10 institutions with their special grounds of research.

Indian Institute of Science (IISc)

IISc was founded in 1909, before independence. This historic institute is located in Bangalore and still working as one of the best research institutes. Not only the research facilities, but IISc also offers different fields of UG, PG programs of science altogether. Some of the main fields of research are based upon,

  • Climate-Change
  • Micro-electronics
  • Medical Diagnosis
  • Micro-biology
  • Signal technology

The ground of research programs is pretty huge in reality. From general science research programs to interdisciplinary research programs like energy research, water research, and sustainable transportation, everything is covered.

Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR)

TIFR was established in 1945 by Sir Dorabji Tata. It’s a national centre for the government of India under the Department of Atomic Energy. Popular fields of research under TIFR is,

  • Mathematics
  • High energy physics
  • Astrophysics
  • Cosmology
  • Superconductivity 

Among the best it can offer, one of the main reasons for students joining TIFR is, that it offers the best-recognized research facilities and opportunities for working abroad. 

All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS)

One of the main medical research centres in India is AIIMS. It was established in 1956 in New Delhi. The invention of the institute has saved millions of patients with its service. The grounds of research in AIIMS are,

  • Radiotherapy
  • Medicinal studies
  • Forensic medicine
  • Dermatology

AIIMS helps medical students to stay in the field as well as to become more and more successful in every matter, from being a doctor to being an inventor. 

Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research

The methods of treatment in medical fields have been changing over time. This institute has been based in Chandigarh since 1962. The main agenda of this research centre is to focus on medical instrumentation. The research facilities cover 

  • Experimental Medicine and Biotechnology
  • Forensic Medicine
  • Venereology and Leprology
  • Obstetrics and Gynaecology
  • Transfusion medicine 
  • Microbiology

The AIIMS is a chain of autonomous medical universities of higher education. It comes under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India.

Indian Institute of Science Education and Research ( IISER)

It’s a group of public research institutions established in 2006 through the Ministry of Resource Development by the government of India. It has expanded its branches in Kolkata, West Bengal; Pune in Maharashtra; Mohali in Punjab; Bhopal in Madhya Pradesh; Tirupati, Thiruvananthapuram, and Berhampur. IISER is called the IIT of the science students. Though it’s a blunt comparison to do so. These institutions are providing high-quality academic content and bigger placements nowadays.

Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS)

One of the oldest and most reputed research institutes of India is TISS. It was established in 1939, before independence. It’s one of the best in Asia too. TISS covers the studies of

  • Children and Youth
  • Climate Change
  • Corporate Social Responsibility 
  • Labour and Migration 
  • Natural Resources Management

Not only providing academic programs and research facilities, but this institution is also well known for giving job opportunities to organizations like UNESCO and UNICEF.

Conclusion

India is well known for its excellence in academic grounds and institutions all over the country. Though it’s a very misleading concept that students these days don’t want to go for higher education, finding the best opportunities and interests can lead anyone to the best they can have. The research institutions are growing with the help of not only the government of India but also with the help of international organizations and scientists.  

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How many national research institutes are there in India?

Answer. There are 15 national research institutes in India. 

Who funds the finances of these research programs?

Answer. Generally, the Government of India funds the programs and fellowships to the students.

Which is the best of all science research centres?

Answer. IISc or the Indian Institute of Science is the centre where science, engineering, design, management, and ot...Read full

How many research centres are there under ICAR?

Answer. ICAR has 14 research centres under surveillance.

What is ICAR?

Answer. ICAR is the Indian Agricultural Research Institute in New Delhi.

Why is IISc famous?

Answer. IISc with all its autonomy and high quality of faculty and students has been providing freedom in academic r...Read full

What is TIFR?

Answer. It’s the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, funded by the government of India. It is ranked 8th natio...Read full

How many institutes are there under ICAR?

Answer. There are about 64 institutions under ICAR.