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Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU), a leading academic institution, is home to a number of dedicated Research Centers, all focused on fostering a culture of groundbreaking research. These Centers, with significant funding from the University Grants Commission (UGC) and the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), have become the foundation of the University’s extensive research activities. Five key Research Centers, each specializing in unique areas of investigation, along with a state-of-the-art Bioinformatics Facility, serve as the bedrock of the University’s scientific pursuits. SMVDU thus remains at the forefront of academic research, contributing significantly to advancements in various fields of knowledge.
The Research & Development (R&D) Wing has been setup in the University to provide specialized administrative and managerial support for the operation of Sponsored Research Projects, Consultancy Jobs and other related R&D activities.
The main objectives of R&D Wing include:
The main functions of R&D Wing include administrative and accounting support for:
At present, the university has 34 running projects sponsored by premier central funding agencies of the country besides 26 no. of consultancy projects in hand.
Major R&D Activities include administrative and accounting support for:
There are at present 156 students registered for Ph.D. under various schools.
List of Ph.D. students to be uploaded
SMVDU has signed various Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs) Signed with Institutes/ Agencies/ Industries. These offer an extraordinary opportunity for various areas of engagement include students and faculty exchange, joint research and fellowships etc. Detailed list is as given below:
Research and Development Wing is headed by Dean (R&D), SMVDU.
Dean (R&D) is assisted by one Assistant Registrar, One Section Officer, One Office Assistant and One Junior Assistant.
Email ID: dean.research[at]smvdu[dot]ac[dot]in, ar.irdu[at]smvdu[dot]ac[dot]in, research[at]smvdu[dot]ac[dot]in
Thrust areas of Research under various Schools:
| S.No. | School | Specialization available in School |
| 1 | SoBT | Microbial Biotechnology, Plant Biotechnology, Human Biotechnology, Genetics |
| 2 | SoP | Space Physics (Including astronomy), Condensed Matter Physics, Geophysics (including seismology), Electronics |
| 3 | SoALD | Architectural Design, Value Addition, Thermal Performance of Buildings, Urban Design & Regional Planning, Landscape Design |
| 4 | SoECE | VLSI, 5G, IoT, Communication System, Digital Design, Computer Network, Security, Wireless Network |
| 5 | SoM | Algebra, Topology, Analysis, Soft Computing, Operation Research, Statistics and Differential Geometry |
| 6 | SoB | Finance, Accounting, Marketing, Human Resource, Strategy, Business Analytics, Entrepreneurship |
| 7 | SoCSE | Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Algorithms and Data Mining |
| 8 | SoME | Composite Plates and Laminates, Natural fibers and glass fibers reinforced composites, Meshless methods (Multiquadric Radial Basis Function), Hybrid radial basis function e. Bio-diesel, Structural Design, Model based structural design, Structural Mechanics, Structural Dynamics, Automatic Controls, Solar Photovoltaic-Thermoelectric Energy System, Hybrid energy system – solar thermal system coupled wind energy generator, Thermoelectric power generation embedded on solar thermal collector and waste heat energy recovery, Energy and exergy analysis, Energy efficient and pollution free cooking stoves, Hydrogen generation from renewable energy sources like solar wind and biomass, Production Engineering, Advance Machining Methods, Maintenance and Quality Control, Sustainable Design, Life Cycle Engineering, Design Optimization, TriboSystems,Bio – Tribology, Self-Lubricating Composites (Tribology), Industrial Engineering, Ergonomics, Thermal Engineering and Heat transfer, Solar Energy-Solar thermal energy utilization-performance enhancement of solar air heaters, Performance and stability of Hydrodynamic Journal Bearings using FEM, Design of Mechanical Systems, Renewable Energy, Net Zero Energy Buildings, Exergy, CFD, Automation,Metal Matrix Composites, Mechanical and Tribological Testing, Product Design,Additive Manufacturing, Thermal Engineering (Energy & Exergy Analysis, Refrigeration & Air-Conditioning), Optimization in Manufacturing Systems, Fault diagnosis in Manufacturing Systems, New Product Development,Artificial Intelligent Techniques, Supply Chain Management, Basic Thermodynamics, TOM, DOM, Fluid mechanics and Machines, Thermofluids, Computational Fluid Dynamics, System Design, Industrial & Production, Natural Fiber Reinforced Polymer Composites, Tribology |
| 9 | SOEM | Solar Thermal, Solar Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, Solar Photovoltaic Thermal, Thermal Energy Storage, Solar Photovoltaic Thermal, Building Energy Simulation, FEM |
| 10 | SoCE | Structures, Water Resources |
| 11 | SoEE | Power System, Electric Power Distribution System Analysis, Operation and Optimization, Handling Uncertainties in Power System, Distributed Renewable Power Generation and Demand Side Management |
| 12 | SoL&L | Indigenous Languages, Cultural Studies, Gender Studies, Film Studies, black Women Writing, American Writing, languages Documentation, Indigenous languages, cultural & languages, revitalizing language |
| 13 | SoP&C | Indian Philosophy, Comparative Philosophy, Logic & Ethical Issues, Symbolic Logic, Philosophy of Science, Human Rights and Greek Philosophy, Political Philosophy, Analytic Philosophy, Philosophy of Religion and western Epistemology, Metaphysics, Phenomenology |
| 14 | SoE | Macro-Economic Modeling and Economic of Tourism Development in J&K |
Within the short span of 15 years the faculty members and Schools of the University have been able to obtain Sponsored Projects from bodies like DST, UGC, AICTE, ISRO, DRDO, ICSSR, TEQIP-III etc. We have total 87 projects in SMVDU in which we have 57 closed Projects and currently we are working on 35 projects. Out of total number of Projects we have 34 Government Sponsored projects and 01 Industry Sponsored projects. Detailed list is given below:
Industrial consultancy is a significant area of activity of the Institute. The nature and extent of the industrial consultancy projects undertaken by the University is an index of its credibility with the industry and is symbolic of the relevance of a centre of excellence in the context of nation’s socio-economic development. We have 27 Consultancy Projects and the list is given below:
Currently we are having 400 International Journal Publications, 53 National Journal Publications and 14 Books Published.
Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU) identifies Research as its ‘raison d’être’, or its most important reason for existence. Hence, a significant portion of the university’s infrastructure is devoted to fostering research work. Faculty members and Research Scholars diligently engage in high-end research activities spanning an array of fields. From Science and Engineering to Management and Humanities, every discipline at SMVDU is thoroughly explored and examined. The relentless pursuit of knowledge and the application of innovative solutions form the backbone of the research culture at SMVDU. This commitment to research makes the University a beacon of learning and intellectual advancement in the academic world.