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CSIR Funded Projects: MLP/IHP/NWP/HCP/IST
S. No. Name of Project Name of PI / Co-PI / Team Date of Start Date of Completion
1 Creating Livelihood Opportunities in Rural Areas Through CSIR Technologies Using UBA-VIBHA Network
  • Dr. Yogesh Suman (PI)
  • Dr. Vinayak (Co-PI)
  • Dr. Shiv Narayan Nishad (Co-PI)
 30.03.2022 31.03.2025
2 Benchmarking and Socio-economic Impact Analysis Study of the CSIR Water Technologies Dr. Madhulika Bhati (PI) 08.07.2022 31.03.2023
3 Socio-economic Impact Analysis of Food and Agri-Technologies Developed by CSIR Dr. L. Pulamte (PI) 08.07.2022 31.03.2023
4 Assessment of Technology Readiness Level (TRL) of CSIR Technology under ANB and E30W Themes
  • Dr. Vipan Kumar (PI)
  • Dr. Sujit Bhattacharya (Co-PI)
  • Dr. Naresh Kumar (Co-PI)
  • Dr. Shiv Narayan Nishad (Co-PI)
 08.07.2022 31.03.2023
5 CSIR Wide Consortium Access to Online Information Resource (NKRC) Mr. Mukesh Pund 01.04.2022 31.03.2023
6 Disseminating Indian R&D Breakthroughs PI / Co-PI
  • Dr. Manish Mohan Gore (PI)
  • Ms. Meetali Bharti & Ms. Shubhada Kapil (Co-PI)
Team Members
  • Shri Abhinav Raj
  • Shri Aniruddha Tiwari
 04.05.2023 31.03.2026
7 Communication of India's Scientifically Validated Traditional Knowledge to the Society (SVASTIK) Dr. Charu Lata (PI) 20.10.2023 31.03.2025
8 Showcasing and Display of CSIR Labs Achievements: A Pilot Phase PI / Co-PI
  • Dr. Bornali Sarma (PI)
  • Dr. Manish Mohan Gore (Co-PI)
  • Ms. Meetali Bharti (Co-PI)
Team Members
  • Shri Gurparsad Bagga
  • Shri Pawan Kumar
  • Shri Anil Kumar
  • Ms. Shubhada Kapil
 31.10.2025 30.04.2026
9 Prevalence, Risks, Challenges, Contributing Factors and Socio-economic Impact of Stroke: The Case of India Dr. Suman Ray (PI) 01.04.2024 31.03.2026
10 Comparative Assessment of the Semiconductor Sector for Capacity Building of India's Semiconductor Mission
  • Dr. Shiv Narayan Nishad (PI)
  • Dr. Naresh Kumar (Co-PI)
  • Dr. Vipan Kumar (Co-PI)
 01.04.2024 31.03.2025
11 CSIR Integrated Skill Initiative Phase-II Dr. C. B. Singh (PI) 01.04.2020 31.03.2025
12 Enhancement and Management of Digital Platform PRABHASS to Connect Global Indian S&T Community Mr. Mukesh Pund (PI) 01.03.2022 31.03.2024
13 Hydrogen Technology (H2T) Dr. Madhulika Bhati (PI) 01.04.2022 31.03.2025
14 Jigyasa 2.0 Programme with the Concept of Virtual Lab Integrated (CJVL)
  • Dr. Suman Ray (PI)
  • Sh. C. B. Singh (Co-PI)
 01.04.2022 31.03.2026
15 A Comparative Analysis of Global Semiconductor Policies and Strategies vis-à-vis India's Semiconductor Ecosystem
  • Dr. Shiv Narayan Nishad (PI)
  • Dr. Naresh Kumar (Co-PI)
 01.04.2025 31.03.2026
16 CSIR Integrated Skill Initiative Dr. C. B. Singh (PI) 01.04.2025 31.03.2030
Externally Funded Projects: GAP Projects
Sr. No. Name of Project Name of PI Date of Start Date of Completion Funding Agency
1 Choosing Scientific Research as a Career: Why & How Dr. Puspanjali Tripathy, PI 25.03.2021 20.12.2022 DST
2 Science Communication for Beginners Dr. Manish Mohan Gore, PI 25.03.2021 31.03.2022 DST
3 Random verification of Annual Inventory on Hazardous Waste Management Dr. Madhulika Bhati, PI 25.11.2021 18.04.2022 CPCB
4 Hands-on Training on Scholarly Publications Dr. NK Prassana Kumari 27.01.2022 18.07.2022 DST
5 Grooming Academic Publishing Skills via Short Term Training Course Dr. NK Prassana Kumari, PI 27.01.2022 06.01.2023 DST
6 National Workshop on Role of Taxonomical Identification & Authentication of Plants & Crude Drugs in Traditional Medicine & Research Dr. Charu Lata, PI 14.01.2023 16.06.2023 NMPB
7 Communication and Dissemination of Traditional Knowledge (CDTK-2023) Dr. Charu Lata, PI 14.02.2023 13.06.2023 DST
8 Regional Workshop-cum-Training Programme on "Making Value Added Products Using CSIR Technologies in Andaman Region" Dr. Yogesh Suman, PI 20.11.2023 31.03.2024 DSIR
9 A Short Term Training Course on Biologics - Capacity Building to Healthcare Dr. Y Madhavi, PI 07/12/2023 10/09/2024 DST
10 Building an Emission Inventory for Road Transport Sector in India with an Assessment of Climate, Air Quality and Health Implications of Bharat Stage Emission Standards
  1. Dr. Sandhiya Lakshmanan, PI
  2. Dr. Naresh Kumar, Co-PI
  3. Dr. Shiv Narayan Nishad
 01/04/2024 31/03/2026 ICSSR
11 Communication and Dissemination of Traditional Knowledge (CDTK-2024) Dr. Charu Lata, PI 03.10.2024 31.03.2025 SERB
In-House/OLP Projects FY 2023-24
Sl. No. OLP Project Title
FY 2023-24		 Name of PI
1 Science communication in Assamese: Promoting endeavours to break the language barrier Dr. Paramananda Barman, PI
2 Indian traditional knowledge: Communication and policy perspective Dr. Charu Lata, PI
3 Assessing digital health literacy and health-related misinformation on social media and drafting recommendations on the use of online platforms for health-related information Dr. Paramananda Barman, PI
4 Strategically enhancing social media visibility of CSIR-NIScPR through adopting good practices of social media
  1. Dr. Manish Mohan Gore, PI
  2. Dr. Meher Wan, Co-PI
  3. Ms. Shubhada Kapil, Co-PI
Team Members:
  • Ms. Sonali Nagar
  • Shri Virpal Singh
  • Ms. Meenakshi Gaur
5 Evaluating Science communication efforts in Indian languages and drawing policy recommendations to strengthen science contributions in Indian languages
  1. Dr. Manish Mohan Gore, PI
  2. Dr. Meher Wan, Co-PI
  3. Ms. Shubhada Kapil, Co-PI
6 Utilization pattern of Ashwagandha and its formulations for Alzheimer’s disease (AD)/dementia management in Indian Scenario: A policy perspective study Dr. Suman Ray, PI
7 Enhancing Nutritional Security and Sustainable Health through Millets in India: A Policy Perspective Dr. Suman Ray, PI
8 Mapping of patent quality index in G20 countries Dr. Tarkanata Jana, PI
9 Innovation in policy making by bringing citizen science principles at its core – a case study of biodegradable/compostable plastic management Dr. Tarkanata Jana, PI
10 Nature-based solutions to arrest urban air pollution: A Policy advisory for Delhi metro city Dr. Madhulika Bhati, PI
11 Understanding the Technology upgradation requirement and market expansion of BFBR technology of CSIR-NIIST Dr. Yogesh Suman, PI
12 Quantification of Non-Exhaust Emissions from Road Transport to Address the Overlooked Environmental Policy Challenge Dr. Sandhiya L., PI
13 Simulations of Low Global Warming Potential Refrigerants in Compliance with Kigali Amendment to Montreal Protocol Dr. Sandhiya L.
14 A Preliminary Investigation on Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and its Application for R&D and Industry
  1. Dr. Vipan Kumar, PI
  2. Dr. Sujit Bhattacharya, Co-PI
  3. Dr. Shiv Narayan Nishad, Co-PI
  4. Dr. Sandhiya L., Co-PI
15 Regional assessment of the water footprint of the major food producing states: A case study of Uttar Pradesh
  1. Dr. Shiv Narayan Nishad, PI
  2. Dr. Naresh Kumar, Co-PI
16 Policy and Technology Interventions for Solid Waste Minimization in E-commerce Activities: Mapping of the Waste Dr. Narendra Kumar Sahoo, PI
17 Assessing the Citation-based Performance Evaluation in Research Reward System Dr. Vinayak, PI
18 Assessing the Efforts of Select Scientific Organizations for Empowering Women in STEM Mrs. Sandhya Wakdikar, PI
19 Startup Incubation by Life Science Clusters: Study of Hyderabad and Bangalore Clusters Ms. Pramila Majumdar, PI
In-House/OLP Projects FY 2024-25
S. No. OLP Project Title PI / Co-PI / Team Members
1 Information Resources for Women in STEM in India: A Policy Perspective Study PI: Mrs. Sandhya Wakdikar
2 Updation and Digitization of Raw Material Herbarium and Museum, Delhi (RHMD) at CSIR-NIScPR PI: Dr. Subha Rastogi
3 Evaluating Science Communication Efforts in Indian Languages and Drawing Policy Recommendations through Stakeholders Engagement and Content Creation PI: Dr. Manish Mohan Gore
Co-PI: Ms. Pramila Majumdar
Co-PI: Dr. N. K. Prasanna
Team Members:
  • Dr. Paramananda Barman
  • Shri Gurparsad Bagga
  • Shri Pawan Kumar
  • Shri Abhinav Raj
  • Ms. Meenakshi Gaur
  • Shri Aniruddha Tiwari
4 Identifying Emerging Sustainable Energy Technologies for a Future Innovation Ecosystem: Blue-Energy Technology Foresight PI: Dr. Avinash Kshitij
5 Sodium Ion Batteries: A Study on the Research Progress and Policy Pathways for Sustainable Energy Solutions PI: Dr. Meher Wan
6 Mapping of Carbon Capture, Storage and Utilization (CCSU) Technology Using Patent as Primary Source PI: Dr. Tara Kanta Jana
7 Sector-specific Ecommerce Driven Solid Waste: Its Projection and Approaches for Reduction PI: Dr. Narendra Kumar Sahoo
8 A Comprehensive Sustainability Assessment of Water Use for Cereal Production of Uttar Pradesh PI: Dr. Shiv Narayan Nishad
Co-PI: Dr. Naresh Kumar
9 Updating Emission Inventory of Greenhouse Gases and Other Air Pollutants from Key Emitting Sectors in Delhi PI: Dr. Sandhiya L.
Co-PI: Dr. Naresh Kumar
10 Breaking the Barriers in Science Communication Using Folk Media and Indian Languages: A Study with a Focus on North East India PI: Dr. Paramananda Barman
11 Development of Technology Readiness Assessment (TRA) Guidelines and SOPs for Technology Assessment in Select Sectors PI: Dr. Shiv Narayan Nishad
12 Rise of Medical Tourism in India: Issues, Challenges and Opportunities PI: Dr. Kanika Malik
Co-PI: Dr. Monika Jaggi
Team Members:
  • Dr. Suman Ray
  • Dr. Arvind Meena
13 Comprehensive Analysis of Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) in India PI: Dr. Arvind Meena
In-House/OLP Projects FY 2025-26
S. No. OLP Project Title PI / Co-PI / Team Members
1 Mapping the Technical Landscape of Sodium-Ion Batteries through Patent Analysis and Stakeholders Insights Dr. Meher Wan, PI
2 Updation and Digitization of Raw Material Herbarium and Museum, Delhi (RHMD) at CSIR-NIScPR-2 Dr. Subha Rastogi, PI
3 Women in STEM in India: Management of Knowledge Assets and SWOT Analysis Mrs. Sandhya Wakdikar, PI
4 Scientific Assessment of the Stringent Sewage Treatment Parameters in India: A Policy Introspection Dr. Bhuvanesh Surianarayanan, PI
5 Indian Traditional Knowledge in S&T Education, Communication and Policy Dr. Charu Lata, PI
6 Evaluating Science Communication Efforts in Various Communication Formats in Indian Languages through Dialogue and Content Creation
  • Dr. Manish Mohan Gore, PI
  • Ms. Meetali Bharti, Co-PI
Team Members
  • Ms. Shubhada Kapil
  • Shri Pawan
  • Shri Aniruddha
7 Assessment of Sustainable Working Fluids for Combined Refrigeration and Energy Sectors in a Circularity Framework Dr. Sandhiya L., PI
8 Aligning Ocean Health with Aspirations: A Step Towards Blue Sustainability
  • Dr. Dinesh Tolu Velip, PI
  • Dr. Subha Rastogi, Co-PI
  • Dr. Shiv Narayan Nishad, Co-PI
Team Members
  • Dr. Arvind Meena
  • Dr. Narendra Kumar Sahoo
9 Science Communication in the Age of Artificial Intelligence: Status and Challenges in Indian Languages Dr. Parmananda Barman, PI
10 Development and Validation of Sectoral Technology Readiness Level (TRL) Assessment Framework of Select Sectors
  • Dr. Vipan Kumar, PI
  • Dr. Shiv Narayan Nishad, Co-PI
11 CSIR Portal on R&D Institutions in India Dr. Charu Verma, PI
Running projects: 2026-2027
Collaborative International projects: Running-2026-27
S. No. Name of Project Name of PI / Co-PI / Team Date of Start Date of Completion
1 Dynamics of Renewable Energy in Russia and India: Exploring the Potential of Human-centered Artificial Intelligence for Sustainable Development
  • Dr. Avinash Kshitij, PI
  • Dr. Kasturi Mandal, Co-PI
  • Dr. Vinayak, Co-PI
  • Dr. Naresh Kumar, Co-PI
 01.01.2026 31.12.2026
CSIR Funded Projects: MLP/IHP/NWP/HCP/IST: Running-2026-27
S. No. Name of Project Name of PI / Co-PI / Team Date of Start Date of Completion
1 Phenome India-CSIR Health Cohort Knowledgebase Dr. Arvind Meena, PI 01.04.2022 31.03.2027
2 Climate Impact Assessment of Green Hydrogen Production and Leakage
  1. Dr. Sandhiya Lakshmanan, PI
  2. Dr. Naresh Kumar, Co-PI
 01.04.2025 31.03.2027
3 AI-Driven AQI Forecasting Pitch Deck for Delhi-NCR (IHP260001) Dr. Akshansh Gupta, PI 01.04.2026 31.03.2027
4 Landscape Analysis of Haemophilia Incidence and Therapeutic Developments in India Dr. Arvind Meena, PI 01.04.2026 31.03.2027
5 Socio-Economic Impact Assessment of CSIR Technologies Dr. Sandhiya Lakshmanan, PI 01.04.2026 31.03.2027
6 Technology Foresight for Energy Security and Sustainable Transition in India: Capability Assessment and Policy Pathways Dr. Avinash Kshitij, PI 01.04.2026 31.03.2027
Externally Funded Projects: Running -2026-27
S. No. Name of Project Name of PI / Co-PI / Team Date of Start Date of Completion
1 STEM Awareness Programs and Their Impact on the Scientific Temperament of Rural School Students in the State of Punjab Dr. Puspanjali Tripathy, PI 04.08.2025 03.08.2026 DST
2 Centre for Advanced Research and Innovations in Assistive and Rehabilitative Technologies for the Elderly and Disabled Individuals Dr. Akshansh Gupta, PI 15.09.2025 14.09.2026 ICMR
3 The Importance of Traditional Wisdom: Environmental Consciousness in Vedic and Other Literature and Its Relevance for Modern Climate Strategies (GAP000130) Dr. Charu Lata, PI 16.04.2026 16.01.2027 MoEFCC
In-House/OLP Projects FY 2026-27 Under ULIP project
S. No. OLP Project Title Principal Investigator(s)
1 Strengthening India’s Quantum Technologies Ecosystem: A Policy-Oriented Assessment of Skills, Curriculum, and Institutional Capacity
  1. Dr. Bornali Sarma (PI)
  2. Dr. Sandhya Lakshmanan (Co-PI)
  3. Dr. Aditya Kumar Dubey (Co-PI)
2 Barriers, Enablers, and Opportunities for Women Entrepreneurs in India’s Science & Technology Sector Dr. Sandhya Wakdikar (PI)
3 Updation and Digitization of Raw Material Herbarium and Museum, Delhi (RHMD) at CSIR-NIScPR—3 Dr. Subha Rastogi (PI)
4 Decision-Support Tool for Optimal Selection of Sewage Treatment Technologies for Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) Dr. Bhuvanesh Surianarayanan (PI)
5 Building an Industry Enabled Circular Eco-System Framework for End-of-Life Vehicle Recycling and Sustainable Mobility in India Dr. Sandhiya Lakshmanan (PI)
6 Journals’ Prestige and Scholarly Status: A Holistic Study of Determinants and Practices Influencing Ranking Dr. Pramila Majumdar (PI)
7 A Comprehensive Analysis of Global Vaccine Policies and Global Health Security Dr. Suman Ray & Dr. Monika Jaggi (Joint PI)
8 Mapping and Evaluating Technology-Backed Startups in India Using Patent Data Dr. Kanika Malik (PI)
9 Indicators for Measuring Novelty and Impact in S&T System: A Big Data Approach Dr. Vinayak (PI)
10 Developing Robust Frameworks for Science Communication in Northeast India: Dissemination Strategies, Capacity Building, Impact Assessment, and Policy Perspectives Dr. Paramananda Barman (PI)
11 Exploration of IoT-Based Smart-Digital Technologies and Their Impact on Sustainable Agriculture: Indian and Global Perspective Dr. Mukul Bajpai (PI)
12 Development of a Policy Framework for Sustainable Rural Development through Science & Technology (S&T) Interventions in India
  1. Dr. Yogesh Suman (PI)
  2. Dr. Shiv Narayan Nishad
13 Assessing the Impact of Science Policy Research on Science Policy Making Dr. Yogesh Suman (PI)
14 Development of Water Footprint Sustainability Indicators at Regional Scale for Sustainable Water Resource Management
  1. Dr. Shiv Narayan Nishad
  2. Dr. Naresh Kumar
15 Validation and Standardization of TRL Assessment Framework for Select Sectors
  1. Dr. Vipan Kumar (PI)
  2. Dr. Shiv Narayan Nishad (Co-PI)
16 Impact and Credibility of Peer-Reviewed Indian Scholarly Journals: A Pilot Study Dr. NK Prassana Kumari (PI)
17 Dissemination of India’s Scientifically Validated Traditional Knowledge & Developing a Validation Framework for Selected Domain(s) Dr. Charu Lata (PI)
18 Patent Quality Analysis Using Machine and Deep Learning Models – The Case Study of Carbon Capture Storage and Utilization (CCSU) Dr. Tarakanta Jana (PI)
19 Evaluating Science Communication Efforts in Regional Languages of India: Development of Knowledge Products and Dissemination through Science Communication Organisations, Print, Comic and Digital Media
  1. Dr. Manish Mohan Gore (PI)
  2. Dr. Paramananda Barman (Co-PI)
  3. Ms. Shubhada Kapil (Co-PI)
Team Members
  1. Shri Pawan Kumar
  2. Shri Aniruddha Tiwari