Industry Research Partnership Program (IRPP)

We aim to have near-term impact in the world by developing groundbreaking bioinspired technologies, ranging from novel devices and materials to high-value therapeutics and diagnostics, that are translated into commercial products and solutions. If you are interested in any of these technologies, please contact us.

The IRPP program offers several value-additions to start-ups, MSMEs and large corporations:

Faculty Connect: WRCB can help you identify and facilitate interactions with faculty members working in your specific areas of R&D interest.
Project co-funding: Member companies get to see the research proposals submitted to WRCB by IITB faculty. WRCB can co-fund specific projects with industry partner.
Industry R&D at IITB: Members can identify specific projects of their interest; WRCB will facilitate project execution in coordination with the offices of the Dean (Alumni and Corporate Relations) and the Dean (Research and Development).
Prioritised access to research facilities.
Complimentary access to exclusive WRCB events and communications.
Staff research attachment opportunity: Member companies can depute a staff member to be attached to WRCB-affiliated faculty members for a specific period.
Post-doc, PhD attachments at company: Member company can access profiles of post-doctoral fellows or PhD students for potential projects or recruitment.
Media and PR mentions: Members will be prominently mentioned in promotions, brochures and website as a contributing member to the IRPP.
Opportunity for Open Innovation: WRCB can facilitate a consortium between member companies and IITB faculty to tackle complex industry problems.
CEP-QIP: Customised Quality Improvement or Continuous Education Program.

Annual Membership Fee

INR 5 lakh – Big companies (Eligibility : Annual Turnover > 100 Cr)

INR 2.5 lakh – SMEs and start-ups (Eligibility : Annual Turnover < 100 Cr)