University Science Instrumentation Centre (USIC)

University Science Instrumentation Centre (USIC) started its journey in the year 1993, with its aim to uplift the quality of research in basic as well as applied field of science of the University. USIC is a central facility and houses sophisticated analytical instrument as well as basic instrument. The USIC stands as a vital hub within the academic ecosystem, serving as the cornerstone of scientific exploration, innovation, and collaboration. Equipped with cutting-edge instrumentation and staffed by expert professionals, it provides researchers, students, and industry partners with access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources. From facilitating research endeavors across diverse disciplines to offering hands-on training opportunities and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, the center plays a pivotal role in advancing knowledge, driving innovation, and addressing complex challenges facing society. By nurturing a culture of excellence, creativity, and collaboration, the University Science and Instrumentation Centre serves as a beacon of scientific excellence, empowering individuals to push the boundaries of discovery and make meaningful contributions to the scientific research.

• Serve as a catalyst for transformative scientific discovery, innovation, and education.
• Create a dynamic environment that fosters collaboration among researchers, students, and industry partners.
• Enable individuals to push the boundaries of knowledge and technology across disciplines.
• Provide state-of-the-art instrumentation and expert support to facilitate research work.
• Foster a culture of excellence, creativity, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Empower researchers and students with the tools and expertise needed to tackle complex scientific challenges.
• Drive positive change through research, education, and innovation.

• Research Support: To provide researchers with access to advanced scientific instrumentation and expertise necessary for conducting cutting-edge research across various fields such as physics, chemistry, biology, etc.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration by offering resources and expertise that encourage researchers from different disciplines to work together on complex scientific problems.
• Education and Training: Offer training programs and workshops to students, researchers, and faculty members on the use of specialized scientific instruments and techniques, promoting hands-on learning experiences.
• Technology Transfer: Support technology transfer and commercialization of research outcomes by providing access to instrumentation and expertise for industry collaborations and startups.
• Community Outreach: Engage with the local community through outreach programs, workshops, and events to promote scientific literacy and awareness.
• Quality Control and Standards: Ensure the proper functioning and calibration of instruments to maintain high standards of accuracy and reliability in scientific measurements.
• Support for Grant Applications: Assist researchers in preparing grant applications by providing information on available instrumentation and expertise that can enhance the proposed research projects.

Director: Prof. Ajay Kumar Misra, (View Profile)
Professor, Dept. of Chemistry
Email: director_usic@mail.vidyasagar.ac.in

Scientific Officer: Dr. Dibyendu Chatterjee
Assistant Professor in Physics, CDOE
Email: dibyendu@mail.vidyasagar.ac.in , Mob: 8910485230

Technical Staff: