The Indo-French Centre for the Promotion of Advanced Research (IFCPAR), also known as Centre Franco-Indien pour la Promotion de la Recherche Avancée (CEFIPRA), is a bilateral organization established to promote collaborative research and scientific cooperation between India and France.
IFCPAR/CEFIPRA was founded in 1987 by the Department of Science and Technology (DST) of the Government of India and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of France. Its primary objective is to facilitate joint research projects, exchange programs, workshops, seminars, and other collaborative initiatives between Indian and French researchers, scientists, and institutions across various disciplines.
The center supports research in diverse fields such as science, technology, engineering, mathematics, social sciences, humanities, and arts. It provides funding and resources to foster long-term partnerships and collaborations that address common challenges, promote innovation, and contribute to scientific advancement in both countries.
IFCPAR/CEFIPRA offers several funding schemes and programs to facilitate collaborative research activities, including:
- Joint Research Projects: Funding support for collaborative research projects involving teams from India and France.
- Fellowships and Scholarships: Opportunities for researchers, postdoctoral fellows, and students to undertake research visits, exchange programs, and training in partner institutions.
- Workshops and Conferences: Support for organizing workshops, seminars, and conferences to facilitate scientific exchange and collaboration between Indian and French researchers.
- Mobility Grants: Financial assistance for travel and mobility expenses related to collaborative research activities between India and France.
Overall, IFCPAR/CEFIPRA plays a significant role in strengthening the relationship between India and France in the field of research and innovation, fostering academic and scientific exchanges, and addressing global challenges through collaborative
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