India Connect Fund to support 25 joint research projects annually at Imperial College London hub

The newly launched India Connect Fund at Imperial College London aims to foster 25 joint research projects each year, enhancing collaboration with Indian institutions in critical areas like quantum computing and clean energy.

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Imperial College London has inaugurated its Imperial Global India hub in Bengaluru, aiming to enhance collaboration with Indian institutions. The hub will facilitate 25 joint research projects annually through the India Connect Fund, targeting pressing global issues like climate change and food security.

At the launch, Imperial President Prof Hugh Brady emphasized the importance of Bengaluru, citing its strong ties with local institutions such as the Indian Institute of Science. The hub will also support initiatives like collaborative PhD programmes and the Future Leaders Scholarship, which aims to assist 75 STEMB students over five years.

The focus areas for research include quantum science, AI, biotech, and advanced materials. Prof Brady stated, "Through the hub we will support several flagship programmes including research projects, long-term collaborations, and student scholarships." This initiative marks a significant step in fostering innovation and addressing global challenges through international collaboration.
Sources: The New Indian Express
Imperial College London has launched a science and innovation hub in Bengaluru, India, named Imperial Global India, which will support up to 25 joint research projects annually through the India Connect Fund, focusing on critical areas like climate change, AI, and clean energy.
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Through the hub we will support several flagship programmes including research projects, long-term collaborations, student scholarships, collaborative PhD programmes.
Prof Hugh Brady
President of Imperial College London
The New Indian Express
Key Facts
  • Imperial College London has launched a science and innovation hub named Imperial Global India in Bengaluru to deepen collaborations with Indian institutions.The New Indian Express
  • The India Connect Fund will support up to 25 joint research projects annually between Imperial and Indian institutions in emerging areas like quantum computing and clean energy.The New Indian Express
  • The hub aims to address urgent global challenges such as climate change, antimicrobial resistance, and food security.The New Indian Express
  • Prof Hugh Brady emphasized the importance of strong existing ties with institutions like the Indian Institute of Science and the National Centre for Biological Sciences.The New Indian Express
  • The hub will also support initiatives like the Future Leaders Scholarship for Indian STEMB students, benefiting 75 students over the next five years.M
Key Stats at a Glance
Number of joint research projects supported by India Connect Fund
25 projects
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Number of students benefiting from Future Leaders Scholarship
75 students
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