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  • 19 March, 2021

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SERB-PRISM Portal

SERB-PRISM Portal

The Science and Engineering Board (SERB) launched a portal called “SERB – Project Information System & Management(SERB-PRISM Portal)

About the SERB-PRISM Portal:

  • The portal aims to provide information regarding all projects sanctioned by SERB from 2011 onwards.
  • It will help researchers in research trends, and learning about cutting-edge science.

About Science and Engineering Board(SERB):

  • SERB is a statutory body established in 2009.
  • It functions under the Department of Science and Technology, Ministry of Science and Technology.
  • It is chaired by the Secretary to the Government of India.
  • Further, it has other senior government officials and eminent scientists as members.
  • It was set up for promoting basic research in science and engineering.
  • The SERB also provides financial assistance to scientists, academic institutions, Research and Development laboratories, industrial concerns, and other agencies for such research.

Source: PIB


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