 The
Indian Institute of Science (IISc) was started in 1909 through
the pioneering vision of J.N. Tata. Since then, it has
grown into a premier institution of research and advanced instruction,
with more than 2000 active researchers working in almost all
frontier areas of science and technology.
IISc is an institute of higher learning and is constantly
in pursuit of excellence. It is one of the oldest and finest
centres of its kind in India, and has a very high international
standing in the academic world as well. In its nine decades
of existence, the Institute has produced many alumni who have
set new directions to science and engineering research in the
country. It also has the privilege of conferring Honorary Fellowships
to many eminent personalities, who made lasting contributions
to the cause of science and technology in the broader perspective.
Address: The Indian Institute of Science,
Bellary Road,
Phone: 2360 0411
URL: www.iisc.ernet.in
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| Indian
Institute of Information Technology |
IIIT Bangalore is another world-class institute after
the IISc. With Government support, it is a new generation
institute that is changing the very course of Information
Technology education in the country. Based in Bangalore,
the home for many renowned Science, Technology and Management
institutions, IIIT is inspired by their success.
Their mission statement spells out their objective. "To build
on the track record set by India in general and Bangalore in
particular, to enable India play a key role in the global IT
scenario through a world-class Institute with focus on Education
& Research, Entrepreneurship & Innovation".
Address: Indian Institute of Information Technology,
1st Floor, Innovator,
International Tech Park,
Whitefield Road,
Phone: 2841 0627 / 0635
| Indian
Space Research Organisation |
The Indian Space Programme was formally organised in
1972, when the Space Commission and the Department of Space
(DOS) were set up by the Indian Government.
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) under
DOS, plans and executes national space activities. Today,
this organisation along with other government organisations,
take care of the development of space launch systems, satellites
& their operations in the orbit, application oriented research
and execution. The headquarters is in Bangalore along with the
Secretariat of DOS.
Address: Indian Space Research Organisation,
Antariksh Bhavan,
New BEL Road,
Bangalore - 560 094 Phone: 2333 2238
| National
Institute of Advanced Studies (NIAS) |
J.R.D. Tata's brainchild, NIAS started in 1988
as a centre of learning, with Dr Raja Ramanna (nuclear
physicist), as its Director.
NIAS supports and leads research on areas which border Nature,
Life, Social Sciences and Humanities. NIAS is situated in the
Indian Institute of Science campus, with residential
facilities, a well equipped library, lecture halls and a state-of-the-art
auditorium. Their activities include conducting workshops, seminars,
symposia on national issues, hosting courses and seminars organised
by other institutes, inviting visiting Professors and Fellows
for research and developmental work.
Address: National Institute of Advanced Studies,
Indian Institute of Science, Bellary Road,
Bangalore. Phone: 2360 0411 / 2334 4411
The Raman Research Institute founded by Nobel Laureate Sir C
V Raman, has state-of-the-art facilities and is the ideal place
for the persevering researcher.
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