Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) is set to establish the Dr Pramod Chaudhari Centre of Excellence for Advanced Bioeconomy on its campus. The centre aims to promote research and enhance knowledge on bioresources and their utilisation for the benefit of mankind, with a major focus on sustainable development and the circular bioeconomy.
Location and Activities
The centre will be located near the university's Department of Technology. It will undertake research and educational activities in frontier areas such as artificial intelligence (AI), sustainability, life cycle analysis of bio-based technologies, and synthetic biology.
Memorandum of Understanding
A memorandum of understanding (MoU) has been signed between Dr Pramod Chaudhari and SPPU for the establishment of the centre, supported by a donation of Rs 75 lakh. The centre will also offer courses related to bioeconomy and allied subjects, foster industry-academia collaboration, and conduct outreach activities through conferences, workshops, and faculty development programmes (FDPs).
Statements from Key Figures
Dr Pramod Chaudhari stated, "The end products emerging from the centre's research that contribute to the sustainability of the bioeconomy will be significant. Bioeconomy is gaining importance, and technology, including AI, is expected to play a dominant role in this segment as well."
SPPU Vice-Chancellor Suresh Gosavi added, "We hope that solutions to environmental problems will emerge from the research carried out at this centre. The centre will begin operations in the upcoming academic year 2026–27."
Additional Information
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