Research and Development Cell of Vishwakarma University
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The Vishwakarma University Research and Development Cell (RDC) in alignment with the UGC Guidelines for the Establishment of Research & Development Cell in Higher Education Institutions. With the vision to create a robust mechanism for developing and strengthening the research ecosystem within our university, our RDC is dedicated to fostering a culture of innovation, multidisciplinary research, and technology development. Aligned with the objectives outlined in the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, our mission is to create a conducive environment for enhanced research productivity, encourage collaboration across diverse sectors, facilitate greater access to research resources, and promote a strong foundation for Atma-Nirbhar Bharat. The RDC will play a pivotal role in coordinating with various cells, centers, and agencies, ensuring ethical research practices, and serving as a nodal center for ideation and conceptualization of research topics. We are committed to catalysing a research culture that contributes meaningfully to societal challenges and aligns with the national vision for self-reliance.

Following committees are formed in Vishwakarma University as per the Guidelines for Establishment of Research & Development Cell In Higher Education Institutions, 2022.

1. IPR, Legal, and Ethical Matters Committee


Sr. No. Name Role
1 Prof. Dr. Vasudeo N. Gade Chairperson
2 Prof. Kailas Patil Member
3 Prof. Dr. Vijay M. Khedkar Member
4 Prof. Sonali Manwatkar Member
5 Dr. A. K. Surve Member
6 Prof. Dr. Sarika Sagar Member
7 Prof. Padmaja Kathikar Member
8 Prof. Dr. Bhupendra Singh Member
9 Prof. Dr. Swati Mutha Member
10 Prof. Yogesh Suryawanshi Member Secretory


2. Finance and Infrastructure Committee


Sr. No. Name Role
1 Prof. Avdhoot Atre Chairperson
2 Mr. Shivaji Dhomale Member
3 Jagadish Tawade Member
4 Prof. Sanjesh Pawale Member
5 Prof. Bharati Ainapure Member
6 Prof. Yogesh Suryawanshi Member Secretary


3. Research Program and Policy Development Committee


Sr. No. Name Role
1 Prof. Sukdeo Ingale Chairman
2 Prof. Vijay Khedkar Member
3 Prof. Kailas Patil Member
4 Prof. Padmaja Kathikar Member
5 Prof. Mukta Shirke Member
6 Prof. Yogesh Suryawanshi Member Secretary


4. Collaboration and Community Engagement Committee


Sr. No. Name Role
1 Prof. Amol Randive Chairman
2 Prof. Vijay Khedkar Member
3 Prof. Ankita Sangle Member
4 Prof. Yogesh Suryawanshi Member Secretary


5. Product Development, Monitoring, and Commercialization Committee


Sr. No. Name Role
1 Prof. Kailas Patil Chairman
2 Prof. Unmesha Patil Member
3 Prof. Nitin Satpute Member
4 Prof. Sanjesh Pawale Member
5 Prof. Nishant Kumbhoj Member
6 Prof. Yogesh Suryawanshi Member Secretary


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