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Shri AMM Murugappa Chettiar Research Centre (MCRC), a
non-Governmental voluntary research organisation, was established in
1977 with division engaged in research on photosynthesis and energy
at Tharamani, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India 600 113. The Centre was initiated
after about 5 years of ground work from IIT, Chennai by our beloved
Founder Director Late Dr. C.V. Seshadri, with futuristic vision of
reaching scientific developments to the rural mass.
The research centre has
worked on devices and technologies for rural application, as well
for use in industrial sectors.
Resource utilisation,
recovery and management are the major areas of specialisation. Many
of the devices and technology packages are eco-friendly and dovetail
with local needs. Simple technologies have been designed for the use
of local artisans. The Centre has been recognised by many funding
authorities of the Government of India for carrying out different
research and rural development projects.
The Centre is recognized
by
Department of Scientific and Industrial
Research, Government of India
to conduct research in various areas and approved by
University of Madras, Chennai
to offer Ph.D. programmes in Photosynthesis, Biomass and
energy.
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