RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT DIVISION

OBJECTIVES

MAJOR ACTIVITIES OF THIS DIVISION

Research & Development projects

Objectives

Currently Associated  R&D institutions of State

  • Rajasthan University,

  • MNIT, Jaipur  

  • Medical Colleges

  • MLS University,Udaipur

  • JNV University Jodhpur

  • Raj,  Agri Univ, Bikaner  

  • MPUT Agriculture University, Udaipur

  • Major S&T Institutions of the State

 Who can Apply ?

Procedure  :

Project Period : 2 - 3 years                

TECHNOLOGY BASED R&D PROJECTS

  • §Objective : 

Based on solution to the basic and fundamental problems arising in the state i.e. Safe potable water, Reducing poverty, Drudgery removal, Income generation, Use of industrial waste, Guinea worms, Fluorosis etc.
For Improvement or development of new technologies  which are more effective, less time and energy consuming.
 
  • Project Period :       6 months to 2 years.

        Scientists working in

R&D institutions
Universities, Professional and Science Colleges
Government Department and NGOs with strong R&D base

        Five copies of the project proposal in prescribed format should be submitted along with endorsement from the Head of the institution.

Some successful projects are :  

§Structural use of marble power slurry of marble cutting units in building construction.  
Development of suitable techniques for reclamation and management of alkali soil.
 

Workshops/Seminars/Conferences/Meetings
 

Aims & Objectives

To create scientific atmosphere & to bring out the results of various Scientific/R&D projects, the department provides common platform for the scientists of the state.

For this workshops/seminars/conferences etc. either organized or catalytic grant is provided by the department for such type of activities.

Information so exchanged, helps in updating the knowledge of development, occurred in various fields of Science & Technology.

Apart from this, assistance is also provided for organizing users workshops to disseminate the outcomes of the departmentally funded projects.

                         See Guidelines for workshops/seminars in Downloadable forms/Section

Who can Apply ?

How to Apply ?

Student Projects Programme

List of Student Projects 2008-09

 Aim :

To utilize the  untapped talent & potentials of the students of S&T stream through  implementation of short duration projects (Max one year) in priority areas of the state
Under this programme,  financial support is provided to the student during the course of studies under the supervision of  a guide teacher of the institution.
Who can Apply ?
Graduate/Post Graduate students of the Engineering Colleges.
Students of Polytechnic Colleges
Graduate/Post Graduate Students of Medical Colleges
Post Graduate Students of Science/Agriculture Colleges

Duration : Maximum one year

How to Apply ?         

    See Student Project Guidelines & Format in downloadable forms /section

                                                                                                                             

The project proposal in prescribed format (three copies) should be submitted through the Head of the institutions to,

The Director
Department of Science & Technology,
506, Fourth Floor,
Mini Secretariat, Bani Park,
Jaipur – 302016

Guidelines for Selection of Projects

The project should be relevant to the basic needs and social priorities of the state such as food, shelter, clothing, health, education, transport, communication, environment and pollution etc.
It may be related to the needs of the rural and urban poor and to employment generation and removal of drudgery.
Project Duration : Maximum one  year
Extent of Financial Assistance - Not exceeding Rs. 10000/- (Rs. Ten thousand).
 

Young Scientist Fellowship

Objective

To ensure that "Young Scientist" of the state get the appropriate encouragement for the participation in science & technology activities, the department awards fellowship to carryout collaborative research /   undergoing training in specific technique / to utilize the facilities not available in their institutions.

Period :

The fellowship duration ranges for a period of 2 to 6 months in a outstanding laboratory or research institution located in or outside the state.
 

Details of grant

Grant provided : Honorarium - Rs. 2500/- p.m. in addition to the scientists own salary from his parent institution

Travel - One to and fro travel expenses by 1st class train/bus from place of employment.

Contingency - Rs. 500/- p.m.

Who can Apply ?

Applicant  Should be below 35 years
 

Academic Qualifications

Masters Degree in Engineering Technology or equivalent or Ph.D in Science or Technology or equivalent or M.D.Degree in Medicine or equivalent.
 

Employment

A regular position in a recognized S&T institutions, University, or in a college located in the Rajasthan state. Candidates must be officially sponsored (their applications to be formally forwarded) through employer/Head of the institution.
 

Place of work

The fellow should be acceptable to the host institution for which a letter of acceptance should be enclosed with the application.

How to apply ?

The candidate should submit the application (in duplicate) in prescribed format through proper channel to

The Director
Department of Science & Technology
506, 4th Floor, Mini Secretariat,
Bani Park, Jaipur- 302016

Procedure

Applications so received would be examined by duly constituted expert panel for recommending before approval by the Government as per rules.

Traditional R&D Projects

Objective : Strengthening of traditional sector by integrating it with modern stream of science & technology

Period       :  2-3 years

Thrust Area :

Agriculture, Architecture, Building Materiel & Housing , Health Care & Nutrition ,Metal & Material Textile Water management, Forest Produce, Traditional Industries and Artisans.

Who can Apply ?

Government Departments, Research Institutions, Educational Institutions, Reputed Non Government Organizations.

How to Apply ?

The proposal be submitted in prescribed format in three copies through proper channel/ through Head of institution.

Some successful projects :

Management of leaf curl and mosaic diseases of chilli through ancient traditional technology.

Neuro degenerative disorders tribal herbal formulation in treatment of Parkinson disease.

Applied Research Centre

Objectives :

To undertake research on burning issues particularly to applied aspects.
To undertake need based research on regional basis.

Fluorosis is one of the major endemic problem in the state.

An Applied Research Centre has been established in S.M.S. Medical college, Jaipur.

The centre would establishes a link between R&D institutions & actual users. Conduct R&D and outcome of Research projects utilized for the benefit of target groups.

At present following two projects being implemented under Applied Research Centre.

Fluorosis Affected Children in Rural Areas - Prevention and Cure. (Phase II Operational)

Survey and Promotion of Domestic Defluoridation techniques in Tonk District.   (Completed)