Research Project · Completed

Innovation and Incubation Program (NSTEDB)

An innovation and incubation program funded by NSTEDB, DST, Govt. of India.

  • Innovation
  • Incubation
  • Startups
  • NSTEDB
  • DST
Partner
NSTEDB · DST
Status
Completed
Period
Jan 2010 – Dec 2018
Duration
9.0 yrs

Span within the chair's research, 1996 – today

200020102020

About the partner

National Science & Technology Entrepreneurship Development Board

Project Overview

This project focused on innovation and incubation, sponsored by NSTEDB, DST, Govt. of India, and ran from 2010 to 2018.

Funding Details

  • Funding Agency: NSTEDB, DST, Govt. of India
  • Duration: 2010-2018
  • Amount: Rs. 230 Lakhs

Program Leadership

  • Principal Coordinator: Dr. Manohara Pai M.M.

Program Implementation

This flagship initiative developed a complete innovation ecosystem with:

  • State-of-the-art Incubation Facility spanning 16,000 sq. ft.
  • Startup Support Programs across the entire venture development lifecycle
  • Entrepreneurship Development Activities for building startup capacity
  • Funding Mechanisms for various stages of venture growth
  • Industry-Academia Collaboration Networks for knowledge exchange

Key Developments

The program established comprehensive infrastructure and systems.

This NSTEDB-funded initiative represents one of the most significant entrepreneurship development programs at MAHE, establishing a strong foundation for technology innovation and commercialization in the region.