In an engaging address at a policy workshop, CSIR-NIScPR Director Dr. Geeta Vani Raisam underscored the institute’s pivotal role in India’s scientific evolution. The merger-crafted entity excels in policy research, science communication, and publishing 15 diamond OA journals across engineering, biology, chemistry, and niche areas like natural products.
Championing Atmanirbhar Bharat, she appealed for scientist involvement in these journals to build a robust domestic research culture. The discourse pivoted to semiconductors, spotlighting a comparative study of top global models by Dr. Shev’s group.
‘India’s unique hurdles require customized fixes, not replicas,’ Dr. Raisam stressed, advocating alignment with world-class standards through smart implementation. The workshop’s blueprint—study reveal, expert inputs, white paper—promises actionable insights for policymakers.
With the sector in flux, CSIR-NIScPR commits to perpetual vigilance, ensuring India remains a formidable player. This holistic strategy amplifies evidence-based governance, propelling national self-reliance in critical technologies.