DRIIVR&D Proposals

Who We Are

The 7 Science and Technology clusters (S&T) spread across the nation are supported by the Principal Scientific Advisor (PSA) to the Govt. of lndia and have been established on the recommendation of the Prime Minister's Science, Technology and Innovation Advisory Council (PM-STIAC) to create an Atmanirbhar Bharat through S&T. These clusters are established as formal umbrella structures for S&T organizations in various cities to have better synergy while retaining their autonomy. They create strong linkages between existing academic institutions, national & state research laboratories, and other stakeholders like relevant ministries, industry partners, start-ups, MSMEs, state governments, philanthropic foundations, and international organizations. DRIIV is one such S&T cluster and serves as a reliable delivery vehicle for the Delhi National Capital Region. [https://www.psa.gov.in/st-clusters]
Aligning with the Clusters' objectives, DRllV has built a vibrant ecosystem connecting industry, academia, and government bodies, facilitating smooth transition of innovation from 'lab to market'. DRIIV's thematic areas are also aligned with the national missions of the country.
Comprising a dynamic ecosystem of 100+ organizations, institutions, ministries, and corporate bodies including llT D, lllT D, TERI, AllMS, CSIR Labs, TATA Power, Google, BSES Rajdhani etc., the Cluster primarily works in the areas of Waste to Wealth, Air pollution, Water security, Sustainable mobility, Deep Tech (Al/ML), Renewable Energy (with a focus on Green Hydrogen & Solar Power), and Healthcare to address problems of national relevance. As part of the cluster activities, we also engage with similar clusters in other countries in a bid to translate G2G initiatives into execution level collaborations in science and technology.

DRIIV Getting Media Attention

Renewable India

DRIIV's Conference Spurs Global Dialogue on Equitable Climate, Health, and Open Access to Data

DRIIV, an S&T cluster of the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India, successfully hosted a momentous conference on ‘Role of Open Access in Equitable Climate and Health Action: Prevention, Response, and Financing’ under the esteemed aegis of G20-CSAR. The conference, convened on August 8th, 2023 at the ITC Maurya, New Delhi, served as a vital platform for global dialogue and collaboration on climate-health synergy... read more

Moneycontrol

Climate change may release ancient germs frozen in ice : Experts

The experts, including NITI Aayog Member V K Paul and ICMR Director General Rajiv Bahl, highlighted….heat-related injuries. Ancient germs frozen in ice for a long time might be released and pathogens could move to new places due to the climate change, experts have warned. The changing climate….could also lead to more waterborne and zoonotic diseases, they said at a conference by DRIIV, an initiative of OPSA to the government... read more

The Print

Climate change may release ancient germs frozen in ice : Experts

Scientific Secretary of the PSA office, said, “Climate change heightens the risk of vector-borne diseases, antimicrobial resistance, and the transmission of zoonotic diseases. Indirectly, it affects food systems, nutrition, water access, housing, education, and care.” Maini called for a comprehensive approach involving science, technology, and innovation to combat these challenges... read more

India Water Portal

Conference spurs global dialogue on equitable climate, health, and open access to data

DRIIV’s conference, convened on August 8th, 2023 at the ITC Maurya, New Delhi, served as a vital platform for global dialogue and collaboration on climate-health synergy. This event, organised under the esteemed aegis of G20 CSAR, underscores the vital role that open access to data, research, and resources play in shaping equitable solutions to these challenges... read more

Quick Biz News

DRIIV’s Conference Spurs Global Dialogue on Equitable Climate, Health, and Open Access to Data :

The conference, aimed to bridge critical gaps in climate-health research, foster cross-border cooperation and discuss strategies for resilient health systems. The inaugural session also saw the launch of the DRIIV Handbook. Dr. (Mrs.) Parvinder Maini, Hon’ble Scientific Secretary, O/o PSA to the GOI, delivered a keynote address that illuminated the conference’s core objectives and underscored the necessity for collective action.... read more

Shreyas Webmedia Solutions

DRIIV’s Conference Spurs Global Dialogue on Equitable Climate, Health, and Open Access to Data

Climate change’s far-reaching consequences on health are widely acknowledged, ranging from disrupted weather patterns such as heat waves, floods, and cyclones to the surge of vector-borne diseases and antimicrobial resistance. This event, organised under the esteemed aegis of G20 CSAR, underscores the vital role that open access to data, research, and resources play in shaping equitable solutions to these challenges... read more

NDTV

Climate change may release ancient germs frozen in ice : Experts

The experts, including NITI Aayog Member V K Paul and ICMR Director General Rajiv Bahl, highlighted another worry – heat-related injuries and as temperatures go up, the risk of getting hurt from the heat becomes higher. Dr. Paul said, ‘As ice melts because of warmer temperatures, these ancient germs might be released. This adds another layer of concern to the already complex issue of health and climate change.’... read more

Hindustan News Paper