Research Clusters – About Us
About Us
Researchers are catalysts for change, driving innovation towards a sustainable, equitable, and inclusive world through knowledge creation and application aligned with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.
Indian researchers are the architects of Atmanirbhar Bharat, driving technological breakthroughs and societal transformation for a prosperous, inclusive, and sustainable nation by 2047.
Researchers are the architects of a sustainable future, driving innovation and knowledge creation to achieve the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals by 2030.
We at Jain (Deemed-to-be) University aim to bring together researchers, scholars, and experts from diverse disciplines to collaborate on common themes or areas of interest. This interdisciplinary collaboration encourages the exchange of ideas, perspectives, and expertise across different fields, leading to innovative solutions and breakthrough discoveries that may not have been possible within siloed departments.
Objective
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Research clusters bring together researchers, scholars, and experts from diverse disciplines to collaborate on common themes or areas of interest. This interdisciplinary collaboration encourages the exchange of ideas, perspectives, and expertise across different fields, leading to innovative solutions and breakthrough discoveries that may not have been possible within siloed departments.
- Enhanced Research Quality: By focusing on specific research themes or clusters, universities can allocate resources more effectively, invest in state-of-the-art facilities and equipment, and attract top talent in targeted areas. This concentrated effort and expertise contribute to the production of high-quality research outputs, including publications, patents, and technological advancements.
- Addressing Complex Challenges: Research clusters are well-positioned to tackle complex societal, environmental, and technological challenges by leveraging interdisciplinary approaches and diverse perspectives. They can conduct comprehensive studies, develop multidimensional solutions, and engage stakeholders to address pressing issues such as climate change, public health, sustainable development, and digital transformation.
- Knowledge Transfer and Impact: Research clusters facilitate the transfer of knowledge and technologies from academia to industry, government, and society. They foster collaborations with external partners, promote technology transfer, support entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystems, and contribute to economic development and social progress through applied research, technology commercialization, and community engagement initiatives.
- Attracting Funding and Resources: Universities with strong research clusters are more likely to attract external funding, grants, and investments from government agencies, industry partners, philanthropic organizations, and international collaborators. These resources support research projects, infrastructure development, talent recruitment, and capacity building, enhancing the university’s research capabilities and global competitiveness.
- Training Future Leaders: Research clusters provide valuable opportunities for graduate students, postdoctoral researchers, and early-career scholars to participate in cutting-edge research, gain hands-on experience, and develop critical skills in teamwork, problem-solving, communication, and project management. This training prepares the next generation of leaders and innovators who can make significant contributions to academia, industry, and society.
- Global Visibility and Collaboration: Strong research clusters elevate the visibility and reputation of a university on the global stage. They attract international collaborations, partnerships, and joint research initiatives with leading institutions worldwide, fostering cross-cultural exchange, knowledge sharing, and collaborative research networks that transcend geographical boundaries.
