CSIR-NIIST opens innovation centre for start-ups CSIR-NIIST opens innovation centre for start-ups The Hindu · May 2, 2024
Organic chemist Vijay Nair passes away Organic chemist Dr. Vijay Nair, former director of the CSIR-Regional Research Laboratory-Thiruvananthapuram, passes away at 82. The Hindu · Apr 13, 2024
CSIR-NIIST unveils innovative solution for biomedical waste management CSIR-NIIST has developed a dual disinfection-solidification system that can spontaneously disinfect and immobilise pathogenic biomedical waste from operation theatres and laboratories and convert it into value-added soil additives. The Hindu · Mar 27, 2024
CSIR-NIIST transfers technology for bio tableware, plant leather CSIR-NIIST partners with Aquagri Processing to produce biodegradable tableware and plant leather alternatives from seaweed and chitosan. The Hindu · Mar 7, 2024
NIIST transfers know-how for treatment of organic waste water The technology, approved by Kerala State Suchitwa Mission, requires less space, less operational cost and capacity to treat high strength waste-water, and would be a boon for small and medium scale businesses, NIIST said. The Hindu · Feb 27, 2024
CSIR-NIIST transfers technology for single-use biodegradable tableware NIIST has signed an agreement with a clean-tech start-up to transfer technology for manufacturing biodegradable tableware from rice and wheat waste, which is shelf-stable, resistant to microbial growth, and fully degradable after use. The Hindu · Feb 16, 2024
CSIR-NIIST in Kerala to transfer enzyme technology to industry for production of biofuels The National Institute of Interdisciplinary Science & Technology (CSIR-NIIST), a constituent laboratory of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research(CSIR) based here, has entered into a technology transfer agreement with a Maharashtra-based company for commercial production of beta glucosidase enzyme used by the biofuel industry. The Hindu · Feb 6, 2024
NIIST scientists set new efficiency record in indoor light harvesting using dye-sensitised solar cells Scientists at CSIR-NIIST achieve 35.6% efficiency in indoor light harvesting using dye-sensitized solar cells, offering a sustainable alternative to primary batteries. The Hindu · Jan 19, 2024
NIIST holds science outreach programme for students A total of 150 students from Chinmaya Vidyalayas and 60 students from Loyola School Thiruvananthapuram attended the programme and visited the facilities of CSIR-NIIST The Hindu · Dec 6, 2023
CFTRI gets pat on the back for its innovations at World Food India At World Food India-2023, CFTRI showcased innovative technologies, products and R&D posters. Director General of CSIR, Dr. N. Kalaiselvi, released three products from CFTRI, IHBT and NIIST. Officials from Central and State governments, industrialists, entrepreneurs, exhibitors, academia and research persons visited the CFTRI stall. The event featured 1,208 exhibitors, 14… The Hindu · Nov 9, 2023
Kerala-based institute has technology for hospitals to convert biomedical waste into soil manure Thiruvananthapuram-based National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology (NIIST) is working extensively on converting waste into wealth. The Hindu · Nov 4, 2023
Millets have a role to play in tackling lifestyle diseases: Veena George Encouraging younger generation to include millets in diet, Health Minister Veena George inaugurated 'Eat Right Millet Mela' to promote millets in Kerala. UN declared 2023 Int'l Year of Millets, highlighting their importance in tackling lifestyle diseases. Minister announced plans for millet food festival. Event organised in collaboration with NIIST &… The Hindu · Sep 8, 2023
FSSAI to organise ‘Eat Right Millet Mela’ on Friday at NIIST FSSAI, the country’s apex food regulator, is organising the festival as part of the national-level effort to position India as the global hub of millets. The Hindu · Sep 6, 2023
CSIR–NIIST bags ₹2.2-crore Solar Challenge Award for developing alternatives to batteries using indoor photovoltaics A multi-institute research team led by the CSIR – National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology (NIIST) has bagged the ₹2.2-crore Solar Challenge Award for developing sustainable alternatives to batteries using indoor photovoltaics. The Hindu · Aug 16, 2023
The Hindu · Aug 12, 2023 Meet discusses R&D in herbal drugs Industry Connect Meet at NIIST discusses opportunities/challenges in R&D of herbal drugs/nutraceuticals. Raw material availability/maintaining quality standards discussed. Industry-academia collaboration stressed to overcome obstacles. VP Sami-Sabinsa, Head R&D Natural Remedies, Dir. R&D Himalaya Wellness, botanical drug mfrs. attended.
The Hindu · Jul 28, 2023 NIIST sets up dedicated facility for sustainable energy technologies NITI Aayog Member emphasise the role of innovative biofuel technologies in achieving the target of 20% ethanol-mixed fuels for transportation The focus should be on scaling up the production of second generation (2G) ethanol while bringing down costs
The Hindu · Jul 26, 2023 NIIST inks MoU with Kerala Khadi and Village Industries Board he CSIR-National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology (NIIST) has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Kerala Khadi and Village Industries Board to promote employment generation through value addition in regional resources.
The Hindu · Jul 12, 2023 CSIR-NIIST researchers develop simple blood test to detect cancer and Alzheimer’s CSIR-NIIST team develops diagnostic platform for early detection of cancer and Alzheimer's through simple, affordable blood test. Cost of test expected to be below ₹200.
The Hindu · Jun 25, 2023 Incubation facility for rubber sector mooted The CSIR – National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology (NIIST) here has discussed the possibility of setting up an incubation facility for the rubber sector at its campus.
The Hindu · Jun 16, 2023 NIIST to organise stakeholders meet on rubber and allied products on June 19 The CSIR-National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology (NIIST) is organising a stakeholders meet on ‘Rubber and allied products’ on June 19 (Monday) at NIIST, Pappanamcode.
The Hindu · Jun 3, 2023 NIIST to inaugurate treatment unit for recycling greywater NIIST is opening a model treatment unit on its campus for treating and recycling greywater from the staff quarters on June 5, in connection with the Environment Day celebrations.
The Hindu · Jan 17, 2022 NIIST develops process to treat well water Plant treats water contaminated with perchlorate, generates 2,000 litres of potable water daily