Research at Acharya Institute of Technology
Research and innovation form an integral part of the academic culture at Acharya Institute of Technology. The institution actively promotes a research-driven environment that encourages faculty members, researchers, and students to engage in meaningful scholarly activities that contribute to scientific advancement and societal development.
The institute supports interdisciplinary research across engineering, technology, management, and applied sciences, enabling the generation of new knowledge and the development of innovative solutions to real-world challenges. Through collaborative initiatives, research centres, and industry partnerships, Acharya Institute of Technology continues to strengthen its role as a hub for impactful research and innovation.
Research Advisory Committee
The Research Advisory Committee serves as the primary strategic body responsible for guiding and strengthening research activities within the institution. The committee provides direction for research initiatives, ensures adherence to research ethics and policies, and supports the development of a vibrant research ecosystem.
The committee works closely with various departments to encourage faculty members and research scholars to undertake innovative research projects, publish scholarly work in reputed journals, and participate in collaborative research initiatives. Key responsibilities of the committee include:
- Formulating and implementing institutional research policies
- Promoting interdisciplinary and collaborative research
- Identifying research funding opportunities
- Supporting patent filing and intellectual property development
- Monitoring the progress of ongoing research projects
- Enhancing research infrastructure and facilities
Through regular review and strategic planning, the committee ensures that the institution continues to advance its research capabilities and maintain high standards of academic excellence.
Departmental Research Coordination
Research activities across the institution are coordinated through departmental research coordinators who play a crucial role in facilitating research initiatives within their respective departments. These coordinators work closely with faculty members and research scholars to:
- Promote research culture within departments
- Encourage publication of research outcomes
- Facilitate participation in conferences and academic forums
- Support research proposal development and project submissions
- Strengthen collaborations with industry and research organizations
This decentralized approach ensures that research activities are effectively implemented across all academic disciplines.
Research Publications
Faculty members and research scholars at Acharya Institute of Technology actively contribute to the global academic community through high-quality research publications. These publications appear in reputed national and international journals, conference proceedings, books, and book chapters across diverse fields of study.
The institution continuously encourages scholarly contributions by supporting faculty in publishing research findings, participating in international conferences, and collaborating with global research networks. These efforts enhance the visibility of the institution’s research and contribute to advancements in science, technology, and management.
Research Projects and Grants
The institute actively promotes funded research projects by encouraging faculty members to collaborate with government agencies, industry partners, and research organizations. These projects address contemporary challenges and contribute to technological innovation, sustainability, and societal development.
Research grants and sponsored projects play a vital role in strengthening the institution’s research capabilities by supporting advanced investigations, infrastructure development, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Innovation and Research Ecosystem
Acharya Institute of Technology has established a comprehensive innovation ecosystem that supports research, intellectual property development, entrepreneurship, and technology transfer.
This ecosystem includes several institutional initiatives and centres dedicated to promoting innovation and knowledge creation. These initiatives aim to nurture creativity among students and faculty members while enabling them to translate research outcomes into practical applications. Key components of the research and innovation ecosystem include:
- Institutional Innovation initiatives that encourage creativity and problem-solving
- Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development initiatives supporting startup culture
- Research centres that facilitate doctoral research and advanced investigations
- Collaboration platforms that connect academia, industry, and research organizations
- Technology development and knowledge transfer initiatives
Through these initiatives, the institution fosters an environment where innovative ideas can evolve into impactful technologies and entrepreneurial ventures.
Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) Cell
The Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) Cell at Acharya Institute of Technology plays a significant role in promoting awareness and protection of intellectual property generated through research and innovation.
The cell supports faculty members, researchers, and students in identifying and protecting their intellectual property through patents, copyrights, and other forms of legal protection. It also conducts workshops, training sessions, and awareness programs to educate the academic community about intellectual property management. The IPR Cell actively facilitates:
- Patent filing and intellectual property protection
- Copyright registration and technology transfer
- Awareness programs on intellectual property rights
- Support for commercialization of innovative technologies
By encouraging the protection of intellectual property, the institution strengthens the link between research and real-world applications.
Research Centres
Acharya Institute of Technology hosts recognized research centres that support advanced research and doctoral studies across multiple disciplines. These centres provide the necessary infrastructure, laboratory facilities, and academic guidance required for high-quality research. The research centres serve as focal points for:
- Doctoral research programs
- Collaborative research projects
- Industry-sponsored research initiatives
- Interdisciplinary research activities
They also enable faculty members and research scholars to work on innovative solutions that address emerging technological and societal challenges.
Research, Innovations and Extension- Eco-System
Institution has created an ecosystem for innovations, Indian Knowledge System (IKS), including awareness about IPR, establishment of IPR cell, Incubation centre and other initiatives for the creation and transfer of knowledge/technology and the outcomes of the same are evident
| S.No | Description | Document |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Write Up | View |
| 2 | MHRD-IIC Cell | View |
| 3 | MSME Nodal Centre | View |
| 4 | Acharya-KSCST IPR cell | View |
| 5 | Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development cell (IEDC-ATBI) | View |
| 6 | Centre of Excellence | View |
| 7 | VTU- Research Centre Details | View |
| 8 | Outcome of the Innovation Ecosystem | View |
Research Policy
| S.No | Description | Document |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Research Paper Publication Policy | View |
| 2 | Research Proposal & Consultancy Policy | View |
| 3 | Intellectual Property Right Policy | View |
Commitment to Research Excellence
Acharya Institute of Technology remains committed to strengthening its research culture by encouraging innovation, collaboration, and scholarly excellence. The institution continuously works toward enhancing research infrastructure, supporting faculty and student researchers, and expanding partnerships with academic and industrial organizations.
Through sustained efforts in research and innovation, the institute aims to contribute significantly to knowledge creation, technological advancement, and the development of sustainable solutions for the future.
INSTITUTE INNOVATION COUNCIL (IIC)
INTRODUCTION
At Acharya, we are committed to fostering innovation, creativity, and research excellence among our faculty, staff, and students. Protecting intellectual property (IP) is an essential step in transforming ideas into impactful contributions for society. Our IPR Cell facilitates the filing and management of Patents, Copyrights, and Industrial Designs to safeguard the creative and innovative works developed within the institution.
SCOPE
This initiative applies to:
- All faculty members, researchers, students, and staff involved in research, innovation, or creative activities at Acharya Institutes.
- All forms of intellectual property generated using institutional resources, funding, or infrastructure.
- Patentable inventions, literary or artistic works eligible for copyright, and novel aesthetic designs applicable for design protection.
PURPOSE
The purpose of this initiative is to:
- Encourage and support innovators in protecting their intellectual property.
- Provide a structured process for filing Patents, Copyrights, and Industrial Designs.
- Enhance the reputation of the institution as a hub for innovation and creativity.
- Safeguard the rights and interests of inventors while ensuring compliance with national and institutional IP policie.
OBJECTIVES
- To create awareness about the importance of IPR among faculty and students.
- To provide end-to-end assistance in filing Patent, Copyright, and Design applications with relevant authorities.
- To establish a transparent and efficient system for evaluating and managing IPR applications.
- To promote a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship within the academic ecosystem.
- To contribute to national and global innovation indices through protected intellectual property.
Process for Filing Patents, Copyrights, and Designs
- Submission of Disclosure: Inventors/Creators must submit their idea/invention disclosure to the IPR Cell using the prescribed form.
- Evaluation: The IPR Cell, along with a technical evaluation committee, assesses the novelty, utility, and commercial potential of the submission.
- Approval and Drafting: Upon approval, the IPR Cell coordinates with registered patent/copyright/design agents for drafting applications.
- Filing: Applications are filed with the Indian Patent Office (for patents and designs) or Copyright Office of India.
- Follow-up and Publication: The IPR Cell monitors the progress, attends to queries from the respective offices, and ensures timely publication and grant.
- Post-Grant Management: Assistance is provided for licensing, commercialization, or maintenance of granted IP.
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Following are the roles and responsibilities of various members of IQAC:
IQAC COORDINATOR
- To ensure active participation of all members in meetings/deliberations.
- To ensure adherence of IQAC functioning as per SOPs and updating of SOPs as and when required.
- To coordinate activities of IQAC.
- Assist the chairperson IQAC in development of Quality Key Indicators (QKIs) and Ranking parameters per semester.
- Preparation of various formats.
- Preparation of audit schedule.
- Summary report preparation of the various academic and administrative audits.
- Document preparation and to ensure readiness for the IQAC events, meetings & special projects.
IQAC MEMBERS
- Attend the meetings regularly.
- Will actively participate in discussions and give their valuable inputs and suggestions for improvement in quality of various parameters in the institute.
- Ensure adherence of academic calendar, standardized formats and policies in their respective departments.
- Contribute actively to academic audits.
- Will actively participate in all activities of IQAC and put efforts in fulfilling the objectives and functions of IQAC for quality improvement.
OPERATIONAL FEATURES OF IQAC
Quality assurance is a by-product of ongoing efforts to define the objectives of an institution, to have a work plan to achieve them and to specify the checks and balances to evaluate the degree to which each of the tasks is fulfilled. Hence devotion and commitment to improvement rather than mere institutional control is the basis for devising procedures and instruments for assuring quality. The IQAC has to ensure that whatever is done in the institution for “education” is done efficiently and effectively with high standards. In order to do this, the IQAC will have to first establish procedures and modalities to collect data and information on various aspects of institutional functioning.
