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PCU - Research and Development Cell

PCU's Pathway to Academic, Industrial, and Entrepreneurial Growth

Pimpri Chinchwad University (PCU) stands as a hub of academic excellence and cutting-edge research, with expertise spanning artificial intelligence and machine learning, sensors and IoT, pharma, medicinal nutrition, psychology, advanced materials including semiconductors, energy materials, nanomaterials, biopolymers, and composites, as well as system design, modeling, and simulation. Equipped with state-of-the-art facilities such as over 1200 Apple computers for computational research, and strengthened by collaborations with national research labs and leading Indian and foreign universities, PCU fosters interdisciplinary innovation and practical applications. With more than 1371 publications, 43+ patents, 32 books significant funding, and active student involvement, the university has made impactful contributions to computer science engineering, applied sciences, sustainability, and public health, addressing global challenges while building strong industry and academic partnerships that amplify the societal relevance of its research. Currently, more than 150 Ph.D students are performing their research in science , engineering, law and management

PCU is establishing a state-of-the-art research center that will soon provide students with hands-on experience in advanced materials processing and synthesis, including semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, polymers, nanomaterials, catalysts, and AI/ML-driven processes. The facility will enable fabrication of devices such as lithium-ion batteries, super-capacitors, solar cells, and sensors, while offering comprehensive characterization tools like XRD, FESEM, HPLC, and GC, supported by robust simulation capabilities integrated with AI/ML. With foreign universities and industries PCU is already having collaboration. The centre will open by 24/7 and serve as a hub for fundamental, applied, and industry-driven research, positioning PCU as a leader in innovation and global partnerships. The following research have been focussed for next three years.

Dr. Bharat Kale - Director Research and Development at Pimpri Chinchwad University

Dr. Bharat Kale

Director, Research & Development

34+
Years Experience
350+
Publications
32+
Patents

Education

PhD in Materials Reaction Engineering CSIR-National Chemical Laboratory, Pune
MSc in Physical Chemistry University of Pune
BSc in Chemistry University of Pune

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Pimpri Chinchwad University – Research Vision and Mission

Pimpri Chinchwad University is committed to emerging as a premier 21st-century institution of excellence, fostering a vibrant and dynamic research ecosystem that drives innovation, promotes interdisciplinary collaboration, strengthens industry partnerships, and delivers meaningful societal impact. PCU has recently established international research collaborations with leading institutions across the United States, Europe, Taiwan, South Korea, and other countries, enhancing its global research footprint.

To realize this vision, PCU is establishing a state-of-the-art Central Research Facility and developing Centres of Excellence in frontier domains such as:

  1. Semiconductor Processing and Quantum Technology
  2. Climate Change and Sustainability
  3. Healthcare and Biomedical Innovation
  4. Robotics, Automation and hardware
  5. Disaster Management and Resilience
  6. Energy (battery, fuel cell, solar cell, supercapacitors, hydrogen, Biofuels)
  7. Material Science
  8. Computational studies
  9. Artificial Intelligence and Machine learning with multifunctionality
  10. Centre of excellence for industry problems, prototyping, and manufacturing

Through these strategic initiatives, PCU aims to position itself as a hub of cutting-edge research, technological advancement, and transformative education. Our mission is to advance high-quality, impactful research that addresses pressing real-world challenges while contributing to national priorities and global progress. Through research-led learning, PCU strives to achieve academic distinction by nurturing students and scholars who are not only academically accomplished but also innovative, entrepreneurial, and socially responsible leaders.

Research Interests

Advanced Materials Nanotechnology Energy Generation Semiconductors Catalysis Photonic Materials Quantum Materials Thermoelectric Materials Chalcogenide Materials Hydrogen Production Battery Materials Supercapacitors
Dr. Bharat Kale
Director, Research & Development
Pimpri Chinchwad University
350+ Publications
150+ PhD Scholars
32+ Patents

Research Focus Areas

Interdisciplinary Research Domains

Pharmaceutical Sciences

  • New Drug Design & Synthesis
  • Herbal & Ayurvedic Drugs
  • Advanced Formulations
  • Forensic Applications

Organic & Functional Materials

  • Organic Drug Synthesis
  • Liquid Crystals
  • Ionic Liquids
  • Functional Polymers

Energy Generation

  • Advanced Solar Cells
  • Fuel Cells
  • Hydrogen Energy
  • Thermoelectric Solar Cells
  • Photocatalysts for H2 Production

Energy Storage

  • Lithium-Ion Batteries
  • Lithium-Air Batteries
  • Sodium-Ion Batteries
  • Supercapacitors
  • Hydrogen Storage

Nanotechnology & Quantum Materials

  • 1D/2D/3D Nanomaterials
  • Nanocomposites
  • Graphene & CNTs
  • Quantum Dots in Glasses
  • Quantum Materials

Biotechnology & Clinical

  • Microbiology & Biomedical Devices
  • Optical Biosensors
  • Enzyme & Urine Sensors
  • Fungicides & Pesticides

Management

  • Disaster Management
  • Operational Management
  • Strategic Management

Interconnected Research Ecosystem

All research domains at PCU are interconnected, fostering collaboration and innovation across traditional boundaries.

State-of-the-Art Research Facilities on the way
🔬 Central Characterization Facility
  • Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscope (FESEM)
  • XRD, ICP-MS
  • UV-DRS, FTIR, PL, HPLC, GC, HP-TLC
  • Electrochemical Workstation and Thermal Analyser
  • Computation facility aligns with C-DAC
⚙️ Central Processing Facility
  • Battery and Supercapacitor Fabrication Facility
  • Semiconductor and Quantum Technology Processing Facility
  • Sensor Fabrication
  • 3D Printing Processing
  • Strain Stress Unit (updating in workshop facility)
  • Chemical Reactor Systems
  • High Temperature Furnaces (3 units)
  • Bioreactor

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