J. C. Bose Grant (JBG)

Recently, Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) has Launched the Call for Proposals Under J. C. Bose Grant (JBG).

About J. C. Bose Grant (JBG)

Launched by: Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF)
Objective: Recognize and support outstanding senior Indian scientists and engineers.

ANRF is a Statutory body under the Ministry of Science and technology established through ANRF Act, 2023.
Role: Apex body providing strategic direction for scientific research in India.
Vision: Promote research & development (R&D), foster innovation, and build research capacity.
Mandate: Strengthen the national research ecosystem as per the National Education Policy (NEP).

Focus Areas: Cutting-edge research in science, technology, agriculture, medicine, humanities, and social sciences at S&T interfaces.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Senior Indian scientists/researchers with proven excellence in research.Evidence of excellence includes publications, patents, technology transfers, awards, and grants.
- Holding at least a Professor-level or equivalent position in an Indian institution
- Age Limit: Can be availed until 68 years.
Grant Details
- Funding: ₹25 lakh annually for five years.
- Overhead support: ₹1 lakh per year for the implementing institution.
- Continuation Post-Superannuation: Allowed if the host institution agrees.

J.C Bose was the first Asian to be awarded a US patent in 1904.
He pioneered radio microwave optics making him the father of radio and wireless communication.

J. C. Bose Grant

First to prove plants can feel pain and affection.
Key Inventions
- Crescograph: Measures growth in plants.
- First wireless detection devices.
Institutional Contribution: Founded Bose Institute in 1917, a premier research center.
Literary Contributions
- Science papers:
  - On the Similarity of Responses in Inorganic and Living Matter
  - The Nervous Mechanism of Plants
- Bengali Science Fiction: Niruddesher Kahini (The Story of the Missing One).

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