Indian Science Technology & Engineering
facilities Map
(I-STEM)
Linking Researchers & Resources
About the Initiative
The I-STEM (Indian Science, Technology, and Engineering facilities Map) initiative, led by the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India, aims to democratize access to advanced scientific infrastructure across the country.
Under this, the I-RISE Operator Training Program (I-OTP) focuses on building a skilled workforce capable of operating, maintaining, and utilizing sophisticated research equipment. The initiative bridges critical skill gaps while enhancing research efficiency and collaboration across academia, industry, and innovation ecosystems.
About the Initiative
The I-STEM (Indian Science, Technology, and Engineering facilities Map) initiative, led by the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India, aims to democratize access to advanced scientific infrastructure across the country.
Under this, the I-RISE Operator Training Program (I-OTP) focuses on building a skilled workforce capable of operating, maintaining, and utilizing sophisticated research equipment. The initiative bridges critical skill gaps while enhancing research efficiency and collaboration across academia, industry, and innovation ecosystems.
Program Objectives
❖ Build a national pool of trained equipment operators
❖ Enhance employability and technical readiness
❖ Improve utilization of shared R&D infrastructure through the I-STEM platform
❖ Foster collaboration across institutions and industry
Target Participants
❖ Existing technical operators seeking upskilling and cross-skilling
❖ Students and graduates (Diploma, BTech, MTech, PhD) preparing for research and industry roles
❖ Early-career researchers aiming for independent equipment handling capabilities
Workshop Highlights
End-to-end training in creating stable nanoparticles for antimicrobial applications
Practical exposure to UV-Vis spectroscopy and interpretation of analytical data
Visualization of nanoscale structures and surface morphology
Understanding antimicrobial mechanisms using gel electrophoresis and assays
Bridging theory with real-time lab execution
Institutional Synergy & Participation
The program served as a hub for inter-institutional collaboration, bringing together a diverse cohort of 21 participants across academia and industry
Participating Institutions
| Category | Institutions |
|---|---|
| Universities | Rama Devi Women’s University; Centurion University (CUTM); MITS School of Biotechnology (MITS); KIIT School of Biotechnology (KSBT) |
| Innovation | Elmentoz Research Pvt. Ltd. |
Key Outcomes
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