Overview

Manipal Institute of Applied Physics (MIAP) is the most prominent interdisciplinary research hub at Manipal Academy of Higher Education, where research and academics are focused on Advanced Sciences such as Photonics, Nanoscience and Technology, Structural Biology, and Environmental Sciences.

The establishment of the institute in 2008 roots back to the establishment of the Centre for Laser Spectroscopy in 1997 to develop optical diagnostic techniques for clinical applications. Currently, the institute has two centers identified by the University under the Institution of Eminence scheme. The Centre for Applied Nanosciences focuses on the diverse applications of nanotechnology in areas like photonics, biophotonics, and surface engineering. The Centre of Excellence for Biophotonics focuses on the development of applications of light-assisted technologies for clinical applications.

The institute is supported through the DST-FIST scheme of the Government of India and the Centre of Excellence by VGST, Government of India. MIAP boasts active collaborations with top-ranked global universities and Indian institutions. The government and industry funding agencies support the MIAP's research activities. The institute runs two PG programs, an undergraduate program, and two certificate courses in the areas of Photonics and Nanoscience & Technology.

 

Core Competencies

  • Photonics
  • Biophotonics
  • Nanoscience and Technology
  • Laser Spectroscopy
  • Optofluidics
  • Plasmonics
  • Crystallography and Biophysics

 

Collaborations

  • Nanyang Technical University
  • McGill University
  • International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP) Italy
  • University of Texas, San Antonio, USA
  • Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, Mumbai
  • Raman Research Institute, Bangalore
  • Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Mumbai
  • Centre of Excellence in Basic Sciences, Mumbai
  • Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur
  • Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur

 

Collaborations within MU

  • Department of Oral Medicine & Radiology, Manipal College of Dental Sciences (MCODS), Manipal
  • Department of Oral Medicine & Radiology, MCODS, Mangalore
  • Department of Radiotherapy and Oncology, Kasturba Medical College (KMC), Manipal
  • Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, KMC, Manipal
  • Department of Pathology, KMC, Manipal
  • Department of Clinical Embryology, KMC, Manipal
  • Department of Paediatrics, KMC, Manipal
  • Department of Cardiology, KMC, Manipal
  • Department of Urology, KMC, Manipal
  • Melaka Manipal Medical College, Manipal

 

Industry tie-ups

  • Xerox Research Division, Webster, USA
  • Holmarc Opto-mechatronics, Cochin, India.
  • Volvo India Limited
  • Magnic Technologies Private Limited.

Labs & Facilities

MU has best-in-class facilities for students of all constituent institutes

Hospitals

Access to hospital facilities gives student hands-on training

Innovation Centre

State-of-the-art Innovation Centre facilitates multi-disciplinary research

Labs

Laboratories give students the opportunity for practical experience

Sports & Fitness

Marena has world-class facilities with courts for badminton, tennis, soccer & squash, as well as a well-equipped gymnasium

Libraries

Libraries give students access to study resources, digital and print

Student Housing

Student hostels are their homes away from homes

Faculty

Next Steps

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