HYDERABAD: Researchers of the University of Hyderabad will receive German grants totalling three million Euros (about Rs.18 crore) spread over a period of four and a half years from October 1 this year for undertaking study/research in social sciences, chemistry and pharmacy. This is the second time that the varsity is receiving such assistance.
This was stated at a press conference here on Wednesday by Helmut Schwarz, president, Alexander von Humboldt Foundation, which awards fellowships to young researchers from India, Seyed E. Hasnain, Vice-Chancellor of the university, and J. S. Yadav, director, Indian Institute of Chemical Technology on the sidelines of a three-day international conference which began at IICT.
Prof. Schwarz was the chief guest at the conference on ‘Interface between chemistry and biology: a perspective'. It coincided with holding of Humboldt Kolleg, which is supported by the foundation, for the first time in the city. About 190 researchers are attending the conference enabling them to interact with German scientists.
Prof. Schwarz and Dr. Hasnain said the Humboldt Kolleg would also inspire the researchers to apply for fellowships, leading to quality research in inter-disciplinary sciences. It is also expected to facilitate new Indo-German joint funding projects in chemistry, biology, medical biology, healthcare, energy and environmental sustenance.
They said last year 840 fellowships were awarded by Germany, which is the second most significant collaborator with India after the US.
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