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Top 10 Promising College Campuses with Research and Development Facilities - 2025
Research and Development (R&D) centres in Indian institutions have surfaced as key players in the proceedings of science discovery and technology innovation. Furthermore, these centres have recently emerged as new frontiers in varied kinds of production, often close to their fields of study. Green innovation towards tackling certain critical global challenges such as climate change, health care and digital transformation is a similar pattern emerging in advancing advances in artificial intelligence, machine learning, quantum computing and nanotechnology. These show the way to new opportunities in industrial sectors such as robotics, aerospace, renewable energy and biotechnology. These R&D centres continue to balance scientific requirements with a growing emphasis on sustainability through clean energy solutions, energy-efficient systems and eco-friendly materials addressed to the climate crisis.
Biomedical research is now becoming a premier sector with much hype around topics like gene editing, personalized medicine, and vaccination technologies, given the scenario of the recent pandemic. In principle many R&D centres being computed within the parameters of social sciences and humanities, a research pursuit that focuses on society, culture, and economics. Another emerging trend within these centres is the serious mixing of research with industry for the commercialization of different technologies developed. A serious step towards the joining together of academic researchers with industry experts should thus translate into a real-world usage: entrepreneurship and the economy expand upon each other. These R&D centers are not only the powerhouses of advancing knowledge but are also remaking the future of all industries with effective innovations.
This issue of Higher Education Review talks about some of the professionally managed colleges in the country, which has been nurtured with best technical and professional infrastructure and assistance from efficient and skilled faculties ensuring delivery of quality higher education and research. This issue spotlights a list of ‘Top 10 Promising College Campuses with Research and Development Facilities - 2025’, the list has been crafted by a team of Industry veterans, CEOs, VCs and the Higher Education Review editorial team.
Top 10 Promising College Campuses with Research and Development Facilities - 2025
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College |
Management |
Description |
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Anna University
Chennai
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Dr. Govi Chezhiaan, Pro-Chancellor | The university focuses on multidisciplinary research in areas such as engineering, technology, science, and management and supports collaboration with national and international research organizations, industries, and government agencies |
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Banaras Hindu University
Varanasi
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Prof. Sanjay Kumar, Rector | The university fosters interdisciplinary research across various fields, including science, engineering, technology, medical sciences, humanities, and social sciences |
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Charusat University
Changa
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Dr Atul Patel, Dean (Academics) & Registrar | The university offers research opportunities for Bachelor’s and Master’s students, including mini-projects, dissertations, and summer training |
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Dr B. Lal Institute Of Biotechnology
Jaipur
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Saksham Gupta, Director | The institute provides access to sequencing facilities, bioprocess engineering labs, and computational biology centers, equipping students with the expertise to navigate the intersection of biotechnology and data science |
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Indian Institute of Science
Bangalore
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Govindan Rangarajan, Director | The institute is known for its advanced research in fields such as engineering, natural sciences, and technology, focuses on interdisciplinary projects aimed at addressing critical national and global challenges |
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Indian Institutes of Technology
Kharagpur
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Prof. Amit Patra, Director | The institute’s research & development centre supports a broad spectrum of research areas, including aerospace engineering, artificial intelligence, robotics, renewable energy, and infrastructure development |
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Sasi Institute Of Technology & Engineering
West Godavari
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Meka Kranthi Sudha, Secretary & Correspondent | The institution promotes R&D by inspiring students to participate in hackathons and workshops nationally and globally, it has its own Centre of Excellence and Startup incubator |
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Tula’s Institute
Dehradun
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Silky Jain Marwah, Executive Director | The institute redefines research and development, transforming ideas and students into innovators, shaping the future of technology, entrepreneurship, and industrial progress |
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University of Hyderabad
Hyderabad
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Prof. Basuthkar Jagadeeshwar Rao, Vice-Chancellor | The university focuses on innovation, with research areas ranging from biotechnology, nanotechnology, environmental science, and data analytics to social sciences and humanities |
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Vellore Institute of Technology
Vellore
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Dr. G Viswanathan, Chancellor | The institute’s research & development centre is known for its research in emerging fields like artificial intelligence, data science, robotics, nanotechnology, and environmental sustainability |