Panjab University Strengthens Global Research Ties at International S&T Conference
Panjab University Vice Chancellor and PI-RAHI (Panjab University–IIT Ropar Regional Accelerator for Holistic Innovations) Chairperson Prof Renu Vig, along with senior officials, participated in the 1st International Science and Technology Clusters Conference “Making Lives Easier Through S&T” at the Dr Ambedkar International Centre in New Delhi. At the two-day international conference, PI-RAHI signed MoUs with HL Klemove and INC Innovation Centre Germany to collaborate on joint research, mobility programmes and technology transfer. The event was organised by the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser(PSA) to the Government of India, led by Prof Ajay Sood, and attended by delegates from India [...]
Panjab University has launched its AICTE IDEA Lab at PI-RAHI, South Campus
Panjab University has launched its AICTE IDEA Lab at PI-RAHI, South Campus. UT Education Secretary Prerna Puri and PU Vice Chancellor Prof. Renu Vig inaugurated the Lab, which is set up for prototyping, product work and cross-disciplinary research. The three-day SPARC-sponsored workshop on AI, IoT and Industry 4.0 was also organised at the facility. #PanjabUniversity #AICTEIDEALab #Chandigarh #Innovation #AI #IoT #Industry4_0 #Research #Engineering #SPARC #HigherEducation #PIRAHI #UIET
18th Chandigarh Science Congress (CHASCON) will take place at Panjab University from November 06 – 08, 2025
The 18th Chandigarh Science Congress (CHASCON) will take place at Panjab University from November 06 - 08, 2025. Introduced in 2007, CHASCON has grown into a major national conference that brings together young researchers, experienced faculty, industry professionals, and policymakers from across India and beyond. CHASCON provides a platform for sharing research, exchanging fresh ideas, and finding innovative scientific and technological solutions to realworld problems. This year's theme, "Empowering Humanity: Science, Technology, and Healthcare for All," puts the spotlight on the crucial role of scientific discovery and technological advancements in improving lives and ensuring access to quality healthcare for everyone. Across [...]
Panjab University’s 6th Global Alumni Meet 2025 celebrated shared roots, lifelong learning, and global impact.
Panjab University’s 6th Global Alumni Meet 2025 celebrated shared roots, lifelong learning, and global impact. Many PU Alumni including Justice Swatanter Kumar (Former Judge, Supreme Court of India), Dr. Sagar Preet Hooda (DGP, Chandigarh), Acharya Krishan Kant Attri, MBE (Hindu Chaplain, HM Forces, UK), Padma Shri Dr. Neelam Mansingh Chaudhary (Theatre Artist), Arjuna Awardee Rajpal Singh (former Indian Hockey team captain), Dr Rajesh K. Pillania (Happiness Professor) and Dr. Amarendra Behera (Joint Director, CIET-NCERT) shared inspiring insights. Vice Chancellor Prof. Renu Vig highlighted PU’s global achievements and alumni-led initiatives driving innovation and excellence. The meet rekindled pride and connection, reminding [...]
Innovation from Lab to Life!
Panjab University files Indian + global patent for a solvent-free, eco-friendly nanoplatform by Prof. Indu Pal Kaur, a trailblazer in patent driven innovation & her PhD scholars team ✨ Targets sensitive bioactives - peptides, cannabinoids, vitamins, & more ✨ Uses clean-label, room-temperature processes Transformative technology ✨ Licensed for cosmetic use already! ✨ Gamechanger in pharma, wellness, paediatrics & more #Patent #PanjabUniversity #MakeInIndia
PU Strengthening Global Academic Ties!
A delegation from PU met with the University of Houston’s Chemical Engineering Department to discuss: -Joint research in advanced chemical engineering -Dual-degree and co-supervised PhD opportunities -Collaboration on nanotech, sustainable materials & green hydrogen -Alumni-led engagement through DCET North America #PanjabUniversity #ChemicalEngineering #UniversityOfHouston
Daman Singh Unveils Memorial Plaque at Dr. Manmohan Singh Hall, PU | Delivers PU Colloquium on His Legacy Noted author and daughter of the late Dr. Manmohan Singh, Ms Daman Singh, today unveiled a memorial plaque at the Dr. Manmohan Singh Hall, Arts Block 3 of Panjab University—now named in honour of the former Prime Minister. The ceremony was attended by PU Vice Chancellor Prof. Renu Vig, Shri Raghav Tankha, and several other distinguished dignitaries. Later, Ms Daman Singh delivered an inspiring lecture titled “Dr. Manmohan Singh: The Quintessential Scholar” as part of the PU Colloquium series. She spoke about [...]
PU Hosts AICTE-Sponsored Faculty Development Programme to Foster Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Academia
AICTE-Sponsored Faculty Development Programme on Innovation & Entrepreneurship Underway at PU Panjab University has kickstarted an engaging week-long Faculty Development Programme (FDP) on Innovation and Entrepreneurship, sponsored by AICTE. Bringing together 37 faculty members from 28 leading institutions across India, the programme aims to empower educators with the tools to inspire entrepreneurial thinking and innovation on campus. The FDP features expert-led sessions, hands-on skill development, and opportunities for cross-institutional collaboration—fostering a vibrant innovation ecosystem in academia. #Innovation #panjabuniversity