R&D Activities
Advancing Innovation Through Research Excellence
At Horizon College of Engineering, Research & Development (R&D) is not just a support function—it’s a core pillar of academic growth and societal contribution. We encourage a vibrant research culture where faculty, students, and scholars collaborate on innovative ideas, scientific inquiry, and technology-driven solutions.
Our R&D activities are strategically aligned with national priorities, emerging technologies, and industry demands to promote knowledge creation, problem-solving, and sustainable development.
Objectives of R&D at Horizon College:
- To cultivate a research-driven academic environment
- To promote interdisciplinary and industry-oriented research
- To support innovation through funding, infrastructure, and mentorship
- To facilitate faculty and student participation in conferences, publications, and patenting
- To establish collaborations with universities, industries, and government research bodies
Key R&D Initiatives:
1. Funded Research Projects
- Faculty members undertake government and industry-sponsored research (AICTE, DST, MSME, etc.)
- Students are encouraged to participate in mini-projects and major funded research
2. Innovation Labs & Centers of Excellence
- Labs equipped for IoT, AI/ML, Renewable Energy, Robotics, and Smart Infrastructure
- Hands-on research in automation, civil simulation, materials testing, etc.
3. Technical Paper Publications
- Faculty and students regularly publish in reputed national and international journals (Scopus, UGC-CARE, IEEE, etc.)
- Encouragement for publication in indexed conferences and symposiums
4. Patent Filing and IPR Promotion
- Dedicated IP Cell to assist with idea protection, patent filing, and IP awareness
- Workshops and mentorship sessions on innovation, commercialization, and patent strategies
5. Research Collaborations & MoUs
- Joint research activities with industries, academic institutions, and incubation centers
- Exchange of knowledge through FDPs, invited talks, and collaborative grants
6. Student Research Engagement
- Final-year projects guided by R&D mentors with an emphasis on real-world applications
- Annual Student Research Showcase and internal research awards
Impact:
- 50+ papers published annually in reputed journals and conferences
- 10+ patents filed by faculty and students
- Funded research exceeding ₹X lakhs in the last academic year
- Successful participation in national-level innovation challenges and hackathons
R&D Support:
- Proposal review and submission assistance
- Budget allocation and expense tracking
- Access to journals, software, tools, and dedicated research space
- Travel grant support for conference participation