About CRF

Central Research Facilities
 
The Central Research Facilities at IIT Ropar provide access to sophisticated analytical instruments for academicians and researchers through its Sophisticated Analytical Instrument Facilities. A wide range of analytical, spectroscopic and microscopic techniques for chemical, materials and compound analysis, testing, and characterization are available. These include qualitative and quantitative elemental analysis, molecular and compound analysis, structure determination, surface topographic studies and the study of physical, mechanical and electrical properties of materials. These facilities support internal and external researchers in their work by offering advanced tools and expertise.
 
Objectives

  1. To provide access to sophisticated analytical instruments for academicians, scientists, and other users from academic institutes, R&D laboratories and industries, enabling them to carry out measurements for R&D work.

  2. To organize short-term courses and workshops on the use and application of various instruments and analytical techniques.

  3. To develop new techniques and methods of analysis to maximize the utilization of instruments, thereby exploring new dimensions in various areas of science and technology.

  4. To support sponsored research and consultancy projects.

 
General CRF Policies:


1. All major equipment at IIT Ropar, used by multiple departments are housed at the CRF. These facilities are under supervised access to trained operators and research scholars. For efficient and transparent operation and usage, a consortium is formed, consisting of:

  • Chairman, CRF

  • CRF committee

  • Faculty In-Charge/expert

  • CRF Office

  • Trained operators and scholars

The major roles of the individual facility and committee will be:

  1. To provide round-the-clock access to the facilities at CRF under the direct supervision of the consortium's trained operators/scholars.

  2. To provide access to each facility at CRF for sample analysis from academic institutions, government institutions and industries, with charges framed based on the respective user category.

  3. To procure required consumables, accessories, and spares to ensure the smooth running of the facilities with minimal downtime.

  4. To organize workshops and training programs periodically for faculty, students and industry participants.

  5. To streamline the process for annual maintenance contracts (AMCs) and repairs of each facility by the respective authorized agents and to prepare the annual operating budget for each facility