IIT Mandi iBub and HCI Foundation invite proposals on Human Computer Interaction followed by Computer Science, Industrial Design or Cognitive Design submissions!
About IIT Mandi iHub
IIT Mandi iHub and HCI Foundation (iHub) is a Section 8 company established under the National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber-Physical Systems (NM-ICPS). The vision of iHub is To be an internationally recognized hub that nurtures HCI research, enables technology translation for industry adoption, and scales skill development.
HCI Call for Proposals
IIT Mandi iHub and HCI Foundation at the Indian IIT Mandi under the Department of Science and Technology (DST)’s NM-ICPS invites research proposals to develop creative and practically oriented solutions that can be implemented within the budget and timelines.
- The focus area would be on “Human-Computer Interaction (HCI). HCI is the confluence of Computer Science, Industrial Design, and Cognitive Science.
- The Principal Investigators (PI) are expected to design and prototype systems, products, or services by applying independent scientific research methodologies.
- This should help in developing new technology solutions having industry relevance in HCI.
- The research proposals must be in the broad area of HCI and its industrial applications.
Technology areas under HCI
- Industrial Design/Usability Engineering
- Computer Vision
- Image Processing
- Cognitive Modelling
- Natural Language Processing (NLP)
- AR & VR
- AI & ML
Leading to Assistive Technologies (e.g., Mental Health, Indian Knowledge System and its quantification, Experience Technologies (e.g., Simulations, Gaming, and Entertainment), and Device-based Technologies (e.g., Social Robots, IoT, Human Drone Interface)
Focus on Industry Adoption
- The development of technology that can be adopted across industries would be the critical
goal. - To achieve this goal, iHub will focus on proposals with a strong translational component that can result in products, platforms, patents, or initiate a start-up.
- Developing technology for adoption across any industry requires a multifaceted approach that includes the collaboration of multiple disciplines and an entrepreneurship mindset, with a close and critical eye on industry adoption.
- By focusing on proposals with a strong translational component, we can create a future where technology is more accessible and impactful than ever before.
- The researcher should strive for an industry partner to assist in Alpha-Test/BetaTest/Product- Market fit for the research base solution with aspired Technology Readiness Level of 7 (TRL 7 ) or above.
Time Frame
Typical proposals are expected to have a one-year timeframe, with exceptional proposals would be provided for up to two years time frame.
How to Submit Proposals?
The proposal can be submitted, either individually or in collaboration, by Principal Investigator (PI)from Academia (as per point a) or by Project Leader (PL) on behalf of the industry (as per point b)
- Academia:
- a. Research Institute, University with a well-established support system for research. The institute should have been established in India and have NAAC/UGC/AICTE or any equivalent recognition certificate or any other Public/ Government supported organization/Institute of National Importance.
- Industry
- a. Company (Startup, Small, Medium, or Large)/LLP incorporated under the Indian Companies Act, 1956/2013 or the Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008.
Click here to apply online.
Deadline
The last date to submit the proposals is April 30, 2023.
