NIT Jamshedpur and CGCRI join hands for Research and Innovation

Jamshedpur, Aug 4: In a move to foster innovation and research collaboration, the National Institute of Technology (NIT) in Jamshedpur and the Central Glass and Ceramic Research Institute (CGCRI) in Kolkata have come together under a Knowledge Exchange Program. The institutes have mutually agreed to share their expertise and resources to explore the vast possibilities in the field of research and development.

Known as one of the first four proposed laboratories by the Government of India under the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), CGCRI has earned global acclaim for its contributions to the development of optical glass and ceramics. The institute’s notable advancements have positioned it as a distinguished player in the international scientific arena.

At the CGCRI Headquarters in Kolkata, Professor (Dr.) Goutam Sutradhar, Director of NIT-Jamshedpur, and Dr. Suman Kumari Mishra, Director of CGCRI-Kolkata, held a significant meeting, formally solidifying their commitment to collaborate in the realms of research and innovation.

The partnership aims to explore various research areas, including the development of optical glasses, advancements in glass and ceramics technology, fundamental studies in glass-related evaluations, research on laser glass, infrared transmitting filters, synthetic quartz single crystals, high-temperature high alumina ceramic seals, spacers, and more. This collaboration elevates CGCRI’s already esteemed position to greater heights.

NIT-Jamshedpur and CGCRI-Kolkata will soon enter into a joint Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to formalize their collaboration and cooperation in research endeavours.

As part of the collaboration, both institutes will offer opportunities for research fellows and students to undertake internships in each other’s institutions. This cross-learning approach will optimize the available resources and expertise of both NIT-Jamshedpur and CGCRI-Kolkata. Additionally, NIT-Jamshedpur’s M.Tech. Students and PhD scholars will be guided by experts from CGCRI, further enriching their research experiences.

The collaboration will facilitate the exchange of technology, experiences, and research-related information between NIT-Jamshedpur and CGCRI-Kolkata. Through active involvement in joint projects, students and researchers from both institutions will gain expertise in cutting-edge technologies and advancements in their respective fields.

CGCRI has already conducted significant research in areas such as foam glass, glass-bonded mica, refractories for steel plants, and specialty ceramic materials, catering to the needs of Indian industries. The institute’s world-class recognition extends to fields like telecommunications, production of glass fiber-based composites, and electronics. The utilization of local clay for pottery production has proved to be transformative for local artisans.

The meeting in Kolkata witnessed the participation of several senior scientists from CGCRI, who expressed their optimism about the collaboration. NIT Jamshedpur’s spokesperson, Sunil Kumar Bhagat, highlighted the importance of this decision, emphasizing that it will significantly impact the research landscape.

The collaboration between NIT Jamshedpur and CGCRI Kolkata sets a remarkable precedent for knowledge exchange and innovation in the field of research. With shared expertise and resources, the institutes aspire to make pioneering contributions to scientific advancements and address crucial challenges faced by society.