India’s journey towards becoming a global leader in science and technology hinges on its ability to translate cutting-edge academic research into impactful real-world applications. This report, developed by FAST India, explores how leading Indian S&T institutions are pioneering this effort through innovative translational research initiatives. It captures both differentiated practices and foundational enablers that together build effective research-to-market ecosystems.
The study covers top-ranking public institutions (IISc Bangalore, IIT Madras, IIT Delhi, IIT Bombay), premier incubators (C-CAMP, Venture Center), and private institutions (BITS Pilani, IIIT Hyderabad), offering a diverse range of approaches and strategies.
