Materials hold the key for human development and economic growth. A country's range of materials along with their availability helps determine industrial capability. CSTEP’s focus will be on semiconductor materials, especially those relevant to energy generation and consumption, using nano-materials as catalysts, and innovations in materials technologies for conserving energy. CSTEP will be estimating the capabilities of these materials and working on questions regarding R&D funding, health and environmental impacts, and regulation.

Contact(s)

• Dr V S Arunachalam
• Dr N Balasubramanian

Project(s)

• New materials for batteries