Deadline: 15 March 2017
The Department of Science & Technology (DST) is currently inviting proposals for its program entitled “Centre for Human and Organisational Resource Development (CHORD Division)”.
The National Science and Technology Management Information System (NSTMIS) Scheme under CHORD Division of Department of Science and Technology is entrusted with the task of collection, collation, analysis and dissemination of vital S&T information at a national level for evidence based policy planning for the S&T sector.
The Division sponsors research projects/studies to interested investigators/organizations under NSTMIS Scheme. The broader areas where studies could be taken up in the sponsored mode are S&T investment, S&T infrastructure, S&T output, S&T databases, S&T manpower, R&D productivity/efficiency etc.
Focus Areas
Some of the areas in which the research proposal/studies could be submitted are given as below:
- Human Resources in S&T
- R&D Infrastructure/Resources
- S&T Studies in Higher Education Sector
- Mobility of S&T Professionals
- R&D and Innovation
- IPR Management
- Scientometric Studies in S&T
Eligibility Criteria
Scientists, Technologists, Statisticians, Economists, Sociologists, Development/Planning/ Policy Experts, Management Specialists etc. from academic/ research institutions, registered societies, and consultants may submit their proposals in a prescribed format.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted via email at the address given on the website.
Eligible Country: India
For more information, please visit DST Call for Proposals.