NEW DELHI: Science and Technology Minister Jitendra Singh announced on Friday that 300 women scientists are slated to receive research grants for a duration of three years through the CSIR-ASPIRE scheme. This initiative aims to support and empower women in the field of science by providing them with financial assistance to pursue their research endeavors over an extended period.The grants are part of efforts to encourage more women to actively participate and excel in scientific research across various disciplines.
Chairing a review meeting of the Department of Scientific and Industrial research (DSIR), Singh said innovations in science and technology should be to empower citizens in line with the Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision to promote ease of living.
Singh said around 3,000 proposals were received under the CSIR- ASPIRE scheme which is a testimony of the government’s efforts to support women scientists.
After screening and independent review, the area-wise research committees reco300 Women Scientists to Receive Research Grants Under CSIR-ASPIRE Schememmended a total of 301 research proposals for support.
The minister also directed DSIR to carry forward and scale up the Seaweed Mission along with its commercial cultivation to promote sustainable green economy.
Chairing a review meeting of the Department of Scientific and Industrial research (DSIR), Singh said innovations in science and technology should be to empower citizens in line with the Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision to promote ease of living.
Singh said around 3,000 proposals were received under the CSIR- ASPIRE scheme which is a testimony of the government’s efforts to support women scientists.
After screening and independent review, the area-wise research committees reco300 Women Scientists to Receive Research Grants Under CSIR-ASPIRE Schememmended a total of 301 research proposals for support.
The minister also directed DSIR to carry forward and scale up the Seaweed Mission along with its commercial cultivation to promote sustainable green economy.