Centre For Interdisciplinary Sciences

Driving research, innovation, and interdisciplinary excellence.

Why Choose Centre For Interdisciplinary Sciences (CIS)

CIS has been established to offer an unique opening to advanced educational curriculum and research where the basic sciences meet with the technology to address the real challenges and pertinent issues for present society. Realizing the urgent need to fulfil the gap between academic curriculum and industry’s demands, CIS is offering a number of quality programs at post-graduate and research levels which will ultimately provide a talented pool of skilled manpower to ensure the working solution in the respective domains. Under the extraordinary leadership of Padma Shri (Prof.) Ajoy Kumar Ray, some of the best academicians and bright scholars have joined CIS as faculty members from India and across the globe.

Salient Points

Scholarships for bright and meritorious students.
Research/industrial training in leading National and International institutes.
Need based curriculum designed for academic and industrial demand (Unique in Eastern India).
Cutting edge research with in-house laboratory facilities.
Excellent placement support as well as scope of higher studies and research at leading National / International industries and institutes.
Research collaborations with several leading national and international institutes and industries.

Course Name: M.Sc in Polymer Science and Technology

Eligibility: 2 Years

Requirement	Details
Qualification	BSc (with minimum 50% marks or equivalent CGPA) in Chemistry / Physics / Biochemistry / Life Sciences

Eligibility Criteria

Course Name: M.Sc in Paint and Coating

Eligibility: 2 Years

Eligibility Criteria

Requirement	Details
Qualification	BSc (with minimum 50% marks or equivalent CGPA) in Chemistry / Physics / Biochemistry / Life Sciences BE / BTech (with minimum 60% marks or equivalent CGPA) in relevant areas

Course Name: M.Tech in Paint and Coating Technology (Hybrid mode)

Eligibility: 3 Years

Eligibility Criteria

Requirement	Details
Qualification	Candidates having Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering / Masters Degree in Science (Chemistry / Physics / Biochemistry / Life Sciences or other Relevant Area). Working professionals will be preferred.

Course Name: PhD

Areas of Research

Areas: Organic and Bio-Organic Chemistry / Medicinal Chemistry / Materials and 3D printing / Paint and coating technology / Biosensing and Sensor technology / Advanced material research / Immuno-Epigenetics / Nanomedicine / Nanomaterials and protein aggregation and allied domains

Research and Development

The Centre for Interdisciplinary Studies (CIS) is committed to emerging as a research group of global reach in the design and development of novel biomaterials, including polymeric and nanomaterials, along with sensor technology and IoT. The Centre emphasizes green and sustainable alternatives for cutting-edge industrial applications, while also fostering innovation and design science through the integration of interdisciplinary technologies.

3D Printing & Materials

Sensor Technology

Disease diagnosis and point-of-care testing kits
Fluorescence probes for biosensing
Environmental pollution sensing
Food and water quality monitoring
Sensor device fabrication and low-cost water purifiers

Industrial Product Designing

Nanomedicine & Therapeutics

Nanomedicines and herbal medicines for leishmaniasis, microbial infections, and cancer
Nano-particle based vaccines against infectious diseases and cancer
Drug repurposing through in silico approaches
Epigenetic landscapes in disease pathogenesis and treatment

Advanced Materials Research

Nanomaterials & Protein Aggregation

CIS maintains strong collaborations with leading institutes and industries worldwide, including IIT Kharagpur, CSIR-IICB, MG University Kerala, NIPER Kolkata, SNBNCBS Kolkata, PDPU Gujarat, IIEST Shibpur, IPF Dresden (Germany), POSTECH (South Korea), Hongik University (South Korea), GUT (Poland), Georgia Institute of Technology (USA), Indian Paint Association (IPA), and Confederation of Indian Industry (CII).

In-House Facilities

3D Bio-Printer

Sensing Lab

Spectro Photo Meter

Research Highlights

Lighting Up Life: Smart Fluorescent Materials for Health, Environment, and Beyond

PI: Dr. Subhankar Singha

Dr. Subhankar Singha’s research at JISIASR bridges fundamental organic chemistry with cutting-edge applications in healthcare and environmental monitoring through the development of smart fluorescent materials. The group designs novel fluorescent probes for biosensing, bioimaging, and drug delivery, including two-photon active fluorophores for high-resolution 3D imaging and portable sensor devices for environmental and biological sample analysis. A hydrogen sulfide probe has been commercialized by Merck Inc., showcasing translational impact.

Cancer Theranostics and Molecular Imaging

PI: Prof. Sankarprasad Bhuniya

Prof. Sankarprasad Bhuniya’s work focuses on small-molecule fluorescent probes and theranostic agents for cancer detection and treatment. His group develops chemoselective, organelle-targeted probes for real-time monitoring of biological events and stimuli-responsive drug delivery systems. Recent efforts include multimodal imaging agents combining fluorescence, photoacoustic, and MRI for precise disease diagnosis and treatment monitoring.

Engineering Interactions Between Bio-Active Molecules and Functionalized Graphene

PI: Dr. Barun Das

This study explores interactions between flavonoids and functionalized graphene-based materials using spectroscopic techniques and theoretical modeling (DFT). Insights into structural changes, bonding, and interaction energies pave the way for designing graphene-based platforms for drug delivery and biosensing applications.

Functional Amyloid-Based Hydrogels for Drug Delivery and Wound Healing

PI: Dr. Pooja Ghosh

Dr. Pooja Ghosh’s research focuses on amyloid nanostructure-based hydrogels for 3D-printing biomedical scaffolds. These hydrogels demonstrate excellent mechanical stability, biodegradability, and biocompatibility, making them ideal for targeted drug delivery and wound healing applications, with promising results in cytotoxicity and hemocompatibility assays.

Development of Novel Barrier Coatings

PI: Dr. Subhajit Ghosh

Dr. Subhajit Ghosh’s research addresses metal corrosion, a major economic issue in India, by developing cost-effective barrier coatings and novel corrosion inhibitors. These coatings, composed of resins, pigments, and solvents, offer compatibility with diverse substrates and aim to reduce corrosion-related GDP losses.

Innovative Therapeutics and Epigenetic Insights in Infectious and Chronic Diseases

PI: Dr. Farhat Afrin

Dr. Farhat Afrin’s research explores nanomedicines, herbal therapeutics, and epigenetic modulation for diseases like cancer and leishmaniasis. The group develops liposomal vaccines, functional nanomedicines, and in silico drug repurposing strategies, alongside studying epigenetic alterations for novel therapeutic pathways.

Development of High Energy Density Na-ion Batteries

PI: Dr. Subham Ghosh

Dr. Subham Ghosh’s research focuses on sustainable energy through high energy density Na-ion batteries. By optimizing electrode materials and electrolytes, the project aims to create durable, safe, and cost-effective batteries for energy storage in renewable energy systems and electric transport.

Development of Customized Implants and Bone Grafts for Dental and Orthopedic Applications

PI: Dr. Venkata Sundeep Seesala

The research explores hybrid fabrication techniques like green machining, 3D printing, casting, and molding to develop advanced gradient biomimetic architectures for titanium and zirconia implants. These designs mimic natural bone architecture, validated by computational, in vitro, and in vivo studies. Surface engineering with bioactive compounds like HA and Bioglass enhances osseointegration, stress distribution, and healing time, aiming to challenge foreign dominance in the Indian implants market.