About Central University of Punjab R & D Foundation
The Central University of Punjab Research & Development Foundation (CUPRDF) offers an exciting opportunity to serve as a platform for launching and nurturing startups, helping them grow into profitable and scalable businesses. It serves as a gateway for participants and incubatees to tap into a wide range of resources from the faculty and entrepreneurial community. As part of the Central University of Punjab , the Central University of Punjab R & D Foundation aims to become the central hub for students, faculty, and the entrepreneurial community, fostering innovation and providing a supportive environment for launching immersive experiences that can evolve into thriving enterprises.
The Central University of Punjab R & D Foundation focuses on three key areas: excellence, innovation, and inclusive growth. It offers comprehensive support for entrepreneurs at the early stages of their ventures, including access to technology, development and network assistance, office space, and mentorship from subject matter experts. We strongly believe that it is a place where anyone with a desire to learn, generate ideas, and build their startups can transform their vision into successful businesses.
What We Do
- Establish an environment that fosters entrepreneurship
- Concurrently facilitate, enhance, promote, train, and support creative thinking, idea generation, and more
Mission
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Driving innovation, research excellence, and societal impact through technology-driven solutions.
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Fostering collaboration, entrepreneurship, and ethical research practices to create a global impact.
Vision
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To be a catalyst for innovation and entrepreneurship, the Central University of Punjab R&D Foundation (DST NIDHI iTBI) envisions a future where the processing of fruits and vegetables is transformed through cutting-edge technologies and sustainable practices.
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Our aim is to create a deep and lasting impact in the start-up ecosystem by fostering a culture of innovation, knowledge-sharing, and technology adoption.
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We envision a future where innovative solutions drive economic growth, create employment opportunities, and promote a healthier and sustainable lifestyle. Together, we will pave the way for a vibrant and thriving ecosystem that nurtures and supports the transformative potential of fruits and vegetables processing.
GOAL
As an integral part of the Central University of Punjab, we aspire to be the central hub for students, faculty, and the entrepreneurial community, fostering innovation and providing a supportive environment for transformative experiences to blossom into thriving enterprises.
- Excellence: Striving for excellence in every facet, we are committed to providing comprehensive support to entrepreneurs at the early stages of their ventures. This includes access to cutting-edge technology, development and network assistance, furnished office space, and mentorship from seasoned experts.
- Innovation: Embracing the spirit of innovation, our foundation encourages participants to think creatively and develop groundbreaking ideas. We aim to be at the forefront of fostering a culture where innovative solutions can flourish and evolve into impactful ventures.
- Inclusive Growth: Central to our ethos is the belief in inclusive growth. We create an environment where anyone with a desire to learn, generate ideas, and build their startups can transform their vision into successful businesses. Our foundation is a space that values diversity and inclusivity, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
Join us on this exciting journey as we work together to transform visions into reality and shape the future of entrepreneurship.
Our Strength
Deep Domain Expertise
Intensive, practical assistance from research and technical domain experts affiliated with CUPRDF.
Robust Research Heritage
Compilation of existing research on startups undergoing incubation for learning and leveraging.
Industry Partner Alliance
Forthcoming Network of Countrywide Industry Partners
Office and Lab Environment
Exclusive and Expansive Office Spaces with State-of-the-Art Laboratory Facilities
Support for Startups
Technology Validation and Due Diligence
Support from Prototype to product launch
Partnership, Collaboration and Connects
Deployment of Market ready products
Testbed and support in joint technology Development
Customized Training & Mentoring
Investment and financial support for Startups
Support in Tech commercialization