RISE-UTTHAN: Elevating Research Standards in India's Academic Sector

The Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India and Springer Nature collaborate on the RISE-UTTHAN initiative. Aimed at advancing research standards, it focuses on integrity, open access, and publishing. Engaging Tier 2 and Tier 3 institutions, the initiative will impact 5,000 researchers by 2025.

The Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser (PSA) to the Indian Government and Springer Nature have announced a strategic partnership to enhance research standards within India's academic institutions. The collaboration, centered on the RISE-UTTHAN initiative, aims to promote research integrity and open access across Tier 2 and Tier 3 academic settings.

This comprehensive program targets three pillars: enhancing research integrity, fostering open access awareness, and adapting to evolving publishing models. The initiative will employ workshops and lectures to reach approximately 5,000 researchers by 2025, with plans for further expansion based on feedback and resource allocation.

Principal Scientific Adviser Prof. Ajay Kumar Sood emphasizes the importance of ethical and accessible research for India's innovation-driven future. The partnership with Springer Nature is set to empower researchers, in alignment with India's development goals, contributing positively to healthcare, education, and sustainable growth.

(With inputs from agencies.)