INTRODUCTION

Shikshana Prasaraka Mandali's Prin. B. V. Bhide Foundation for Research, Innovation and Incubation, established in 1997 at Pune, advances education, research, and entrepreneurship in Chemistry, Plant Sciences, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Ayurveda, Food, and Water analysis. Through science-based services, trainings, and incubation support, the foundation nurtures innovation, fosters skill development, and inspires knowledge-driven solutions for a sustainable future.

Vision

To provide mentoring, incubation, and laboratory support for students, innovators, and early-stage researchers to address India-centric challenges and create impactful solutions, thereby contributing to the national goal of Atmanirbhar Bharat.

Mission

Build a strong research culture through academic initiatives, training programs, and workshops.
Guide academia, startups, and innovators in developing advanced research and analytical skills.
Assist industries and institutions through scientific expertise, consultancy, and analytical services.
Promote interdisciplinary collaboration in areas such as Chemistry, Ayurveda, Food, Water, and Life Sciences.
Foster a spirit of innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainability in scientific practice.

Core Values

Integrity in Science – Upholding ethics, accuracy, and transparency in research.
Innovation with Impact – Encouraging creativity that leads to practical, India-centric solutions.
Collaboration & Mentorship – Building networks of support for students, researchers, and startups.
Excellence in Education & Research – Striving for high-quality outcomes in training, services, and incubation.
Service to Society – Applying knowledge for the betterment of people, environment, and nation.
Sustainability – Promoting eco-conscious, responsible practices in science, technology, and innovation.

Research and Innovation

The Foundation mentors students, startups, and researchers to tackle India-centric challenges, offering labs, guidance, and incubation to nurture ideas, build analytical skills, and foster collaboration for impactful, knowledge-driven solutions benefiting society and industry.

Incubation

The Foundation is establishing an Incubation Center to nurture startups and innovators by providing mentoring, resources, and laboratory support. It aims to transform innovative ideas into viable technologies and enterprises that address India-centric challenges while promoting sustainability and self-reliance.

Services

The Foundation offers extraction, purification, analytical testing, antimicrobial studies, impurity profiling, shelf-life analysis, method validation, and student guidance in life sciences, Ayurveda, chemistry, and chronobiology, supporting research, industry, and education.