A prestigious 4-week intensive curriculum, The Manav Rachna International Summer Research Program is tailored to cater to ambitious undergraduate and graduate students who are eager to expand their research acumen, engage in interdisciplinary learning, and collaborate with esteemed mentors. This immersive experience enables students to enter the practical cosmos and engage in extensive research, thereby cultivating critical thinking, scientific curiosity, and problem-solving skills.
During the program, students get an opportunity to integrate with experienced mentors for designing, developing, and presenting their cutting-edge research projects. This collaborative environment fosters intellectual growth, creativity, and innovation, thereby nourishing minds towards thriving in a competitive environment. As the program draws to a close, students demonstrate and showcase their research outcomes to an audience, including peers, mentors, research & industry experts. With an opportunity of publishing research work, students are proudly felicitated with a ‘Certificate of Completion’ in recognition of their achievement.
Explore frontiers of innovative research opportunities across diverse labs and fields, traverse uncharted contours of excellence and innovation. Pioneer ideas and approaches while creating a poignant impression on the research landscape. Grab the opportunity to engage in group research projects that cultivate collaboration, foster dynamic teamwork, creative problem-solving, and innovative thinking.
Master advanced research techniques, including Literature Review, Data Collection, and Data Analysis. Attain profound expertise in your chosen discipline through immersive and hands-on research experience.
Under the mentorship of our distinguished faculty, renowned for their academic excellence and industry expertise, produce cutting-edge research that drives meaningful impact. Industry Connoisseurs, your mentors are there to lend a helping hand.Receive regular feedback from your mentor, bridge the gap between academia and industry, & enable yourself to sustain in a dynamic and rapidly-evolving environment.
Elevate your academic and professional trajectory by developing a robust research profile. Broadcast your research achievements to a global audience, connecting with fellow scholars and peers who share your passion; mentors and experts who can offer valuable insights and the broader research community, where your findings can ignite new ideas and collaborations.
Embark on curated expeditions that delve into India's vast cultural, natural, and historical landscapes. Take your academic journey a notch higher with an array of enriching extracurricular activities that nurture personal growth & cement lasting connections through networking opportunities.
Associate Professor, Department of Biotechnology, School of Engineering & Technology
Research Director & Professor (FST), Department of Nutrition & Dietetics, School of Allied Health Sciences
Assistant Professor (FST), Department of Nutrition & Dietetics, School of Allied Health Sciences
Research Director & Professor, Department of Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics, School of Dental Sciences
Professor, Department of Pediatric & Preventive Dentistry, School of Dental Sciences
Pro Vice Chancellor, Dean- School of Dental Sciences and School of Allied Health Sciences, Professor and Head- Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics
Senior Lecturer, Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, School of Dental Sciences
Pandma Shri; 2016, Indian academic, food critic and historian
Corporate Chef and Director- Creative Cuisine Inc
Consultant, Indian Culinary Forum & Tourism and Hospitality Skill Council
Professor, Department of Image Science, Chung-Ang University, Seoul South Korea
Professor, Department of Applied Mathematics and Control Processes St. Petersburg State University, Russia
Professor, Head, Division of Polymer Technology
Professor, Graduate School of Science and Engineering, Yamagata University, Yonezawa, Yamagata Japan
Professor, Chairperson, Editor, Bennett University
Founder & CEO, Mohor Superfoods, Mohor Superfoods, Pune
General Manager, National Council for Cement & Building Materials
Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, Delhi Technological University, New Delhi
Professor ( Emeritus ), University of Delhi
Dean, School of Media Studies and Humanities
Professor, Department of Biotechnology, SET
Associate Professor, School of Design
Assistant Professor, Department of Biotechnology, SET
Associate Professor, Department of Biotechnology, SET
Associate Professor, Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering
HOD, Engineering and Chairing Research Council
Assistant Professor, DoCE, School of Engineering and Technology
Deputy Director, Culinary Arts, School of Culinary and Hotel Management
Prog. Head Mathematics & Associate Professor, Department of Sciences
Director, Research Director, School of Behavioural and Social Sciences (SBSS)
Program Head, Chemistry, Department of Sciences
Join the forefront of innovation in Biotechnology and Genomics, where cutting-edge research and collaboration converge to unlock unparalleled potential.
Project Name: Synthesis and Application of Highly Water Absorbent Polymers
Project Description: The project based on “Synthesis and application of superabsorbent polymers” will create a state-of-art infrastructure to develop novel multifunctional superabsorbent hydrogels beads using biopolymers and its derivatives.
These multifunctional hydrogel bead not only act as soil condition but also act as nutrient supplier for plants.
In addition to that, these beads will also act as adsorbent of heavy metal ions which generally contaminate the soil.
The major advantages of these super adsorbent are low cost, biodegradable, not adversely affect the soil conditions, over existing products based on polyacrylic acid or polyacrylamide.
Water scarcity is the biggest problem in agronomy as well as in other water-based industries in today’s world. The ground water level is decreasing by extra consumption. Rain is the first and free resource of water. At some places in India, agriculture totally depends upon rain water. So for agronomy we can overcome this water scarcity problem by using SAP and SAH. The society is at unrest due to water scarcity and that leads to food scarcity.
Name and Designation of the Expert: Prof. (Dr.) Arpit Sand Program Head Chemistry MRU
Email Id: arpit@mru.edu.in
School: Department of Sciences
Department: Chemistry
Domain: Polymer Chemistry
Modules Included: Group Discussion, Lab work, Experiential Setup
Project Area: Polymerization Techniques
Seats Available: 05
Start Date: 1st June 2025
End Date: 30th June 2025
Duration: 04 Weeks
Mode: Offline
Field Visit: IOCL R&D Faridabad
Industry Partner and Collaboration:
Project Name: Exploring Non-Antibiotic Therapies for Antimicrobial Resistance Using AI and Computational Biology
Project Description: Identification of potential alternatives to antibiotics; AI and Machine Learning-Driven Therapeutic Discovery; Mechanistic Insights and Computational Validation.
Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) is one of the global health threats. Knowing India's problem will help to solve the current treatment of AMR using an alternative approach.
AMR is global problem. Learning computational prediction method will help to solve global issue.
Name and Designation of the Expert: Dr.Rashmi Rameshwari, Associate Professor, Dept. of Biotechnology, SET, MRIIRS
Email Id: rashmi.set@mriu.edu.in
School: School of Engineering & Technology
Department: Biotechnology
Domain: Bioinformatics & Computational Biology
Modules Included: Hands on Bioinformatics tool; exploring useful Biological Database ; Non antibiotic approach for drug discovery
Project Area: Application of AI & ML in therapeutics
Pre-Requisite: Bioinformatics Tool & R programing Language
Seats Available: 05
Start Date: 1st June 2025
End Date: 30th June 2025
Duration: 04 Weeks
Mode: Offline
Field Visit: THSTI, Faridabad
Project Name: Restoration for self-sustaining ecosystems
Project Description: Restoration ecology draws on concepts related to disturbance events, genetic adaptation, and succession after a disturbance, population ecology, and community assembly theory and landscape ecology. Restoration ecology applies a broad range of scientific disciplines to understand the outcomes of restoration practices that can include reforestation of cleared land, dam removal, oyster restoration, remediation of polluted habitats, wetland restoration, and many others.
India being a tropical country with extensive degradation of land due to open cast mines provides an unique opportunity to study the scientific methods of restoring such lands into self-sustaining economically productive units. The use of eco-friendly indigenous knowledge would be a great learning for foreign nationals.
Unique indigenously developed methods of restoration of global appreciation.
Name and Designation of the Expert: Prof. Prabir Kumar Paul, Head, Department of Biotechnology, SET. MRIIRS
Email Id: prabirpaul.set@mriu.edu.in
School: School of Engineering & Technology
Department: Biotechnology
Domain: Conservation Biology
Modules Included: Lecture, Visit to restored ecological site, sample collection, Analysis, data compilation
Project Area: Restoration of Degraded Ecosystems
Pre-Requisite: Biology, Ecology, Environmental Biology
Seats Available: 05
Start Date: 1st June 2025
End Date: 30th June 2025
Duration: 04 Weeks
Mode: Offline
Industry Partner and collaboration: Prof CR Babu – University of Delhi
Project Name: Turning the Tide: Algae-Based Solutions for a Greener Planet
Project Description: participants will explore the potential of algae as a versatile and sustainable solution to some of the most pressing environmental issues of today. Algae are rapidly emerging as a key resource for solving challenges in energy, waste management, water purification, and food security. This internship will offer hands-on experience and in-depth research opportunities to understand and develop algae-based solutions that can drive a more sustainable future.
India's unique geographical location and diverse climatic conditions and rich natural biodiversity provide a unique environment for studying algae, opportunity to work with region-specific thermo tolerant algal strains with high industrial and environmental value.
Emphasis on climate resilience, CO2 sequestrations, and bio economy research, matching the focus of major global sustainability initiatives
Name and Designation of the Expert: Dr Kapila Kumar, Associate Professor, Department of Biotechnology, SET. MRIIRS
Email Id: kapila.set@mriu.edu.in
School: School of Engineering & Technology
Department: Biotechnology
Domain: Algal Biotechnology
Modules Included: Lectures, practical Hands on experience
Project Area: Algae-Based Solutions for a Greener Planet
Pre-Requisite: Biology, Good lab practices
Seats Available: 05
Start Date: 1st June 2025
End Date: 30th June 2025
Duration: 04 Weeks
Mode: Offline
Industry partner and Collaboration: Dr. Vikrant Kulkarni, Founder & CEO, Mohor Superfoods, Pune
Project Name: PharmFly
Project Description: To investigate the impact of paracetamol, disprin, and other common medicines on the survival, development, and behaviour of Drosophila melanogaster and mapping the epigenetic changes.
India's pharmaceutical market is largely unregulated, making it easy for people to access and misuse medications like paracetamol. This lack of oversight increases the likelihood of adverse effects on human health and the environment. Trans generational epigenetic effects: Research has shown that exposure to certain chemicals, including pharmaceuticals, can lead to trans generational epigenetic effects, where changes in gene expression are passed on to future generations. This raises concerns about the potential long-term consequences of paracetamol exposure on human health and the environment.
Drosophila as a model organism: Drosophila melanogaster, the common fruit fly, is an excellent model organism for studying the effects of environmental toxins, including pharmaceuticals, on behaviour and trans generational epigenetics. Its relatively simple genome, short lifespan, and high reproductive rate make it an ideal system for exploring the biological effects of paracetamol.
Name and Designation of the Expert: Dr Jayant Maini, Assistant Professor, BT, SET, MRIIRS
Email Id: jayant.set@mriu.edu.in
School: School of Engineering and Technology
Department: Biotechnology
Domain: Biology
Modules Included:
Project Area: Elucidating the effect of common medicines and antibacterials on Drosophila development and behaviour
Pre-Requisite: Basic understaing of molecular biology, genetics and epigenetics
Seats Available: 02
Start Date: 15st May 2025
End Date: 15th June 2025
Duration: 04 Weeks
Mode: Offline
Field Visit: IARI and University of Delhi
Industry Partner and Collaboration:
Project Name: Sinful Consumption: Elucidating the Sin3 Protein-Diet-Drosophila Development Nexus
Project Description: To investigate the role of high sugar and high protein diets on Sin3 mediated transcription of autophagy and longevity genes.
Name and Designation of the Expert: Dr Jayant Maini, Assistant Professor, BT, SET, MRIIRS
Email Id: jayant.set@mriu.edu.in
School: School of Engineering and Technology
Department: Biotechnology
Domain: Epigenetics
Modules Included:
Project Area: Food for Thought: How Diet Rewires the Drosophila Development
Pre-Requisite: Basic understanding of molecular biology, genetics and epigenetics
Seats Available: 01
Start Date: 1st June, 2025
End Date: 30th June, 2025
Duration: 04 Weeks
Mode: Offline
Field Visit: IARI and University of Delhi
Industry Partner and Collaboration:
Project Name: AI-Driven Personalized Diet for Metabolic Disorders
Project Description:
This project aims to develop an AI-powered personalized dietary intervention system for individuals with metabolic disorders such as diabetes, obesity, and metabolic syndrome. By integrating machine learning algorithms with nutritional science, the system will analyze patient-specific data, including genetic, metabolic, and lifestyle factors, to recommend customized dietary plans.
Key features include real-time monitoring, predictive analytics for metabolic responses, and adaptive diet modifications based on continuous health tracking. The AI model will leverage clinical data, food composition databases, and user feedback to enhance precision in dietary recommendations.
Collaboration with healthcare professionals will ensure the model aligns with evidence-based nutritional guidelines. The project will also incorporate food fortification strategies and functional foods to optimize health benefits. This innovation will empower individuals to manage their metabolic health proactively, reduce dependency on medications, and improve quality of life. The outcome is a scalable, data-driven dietary solution for personalized healthcare in the era of digital nutrition.
Name and Designation of the Expert:
Email Id: lakhvinder.sahs@mriu.edu.in, sundusnida.sahs@mriu.edu.in
School: School of Allied Health Sciences, Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies
Department: Nutrition & Dietetics
Domain: AI-driven Precision Nutrition and Metabolic Health Management.
Modules Included: Group Discussions, Lab work, statistical analysis and report writing
Project Area: AI-powered personalized nutrition
Seats Available: 02
Start Date: 1st June 2025
End Date: 30th June 2025
Duration: 04 Weeks
Mode: Offline
Industry Collaboration: IIT Mandi.
Explore the rich flavors and aromas of Indian spices through culinary innovation and cultural exchange.
Project Name: Healing through Food- Exploring the India’s Culinary Traditions
Project Description: Healing through food, also known as culinary medicine, is an emerging approach that emphasizes the therapeutic potential of nutrition to prevent and manage various health conditions. By incorporating whole, nutrient-dense foods into our diets, we can harness their medicinal properties to promote physical and mental well-being. From reducing inflammation and improving digestion to boosting mood and energy levels, the healing power of food lies in its ability to nourish and balance our bodies. By making informed food choices and adopting a mindful relationship with eating, we can unlock the incredible potential of food to heal, restore, and rejuvenate our overall health.
In this experience spread across 4 weeks, multiple topics including the effects of different metals in cooking, spices used in the kitchens, millets; a gift of Indian to the world and traditional cooking methods including cooking over coal & wood shall be explored.
The expertise of the Master's of the trait including Dr. Pushpesh pant, Chef Kapil Middha, Chef Vivek Saggar and season members of the Indian Culinary forum shall play an important role in the same.
Their expertise in the field of cooking materials originating from India, Spices used, effects of metals in cooking and the role of Spice Route in the evolution of Indian Cuisine will be primary topics of discussion during the sessions.
Name and Designation of the Expert: Chef Sunil Kumar, Deputy Director- Culinary Arts, SCHM
Email Id: sunilkumar.schm@mriu.edu.in
School: School of Culinary and Hospitality Management
Department: Culinary Arts
Domain: Culinary/ hospitality
Modules Included:
Project Area: Healing through Food
Seats Available: 10
Start Date: 1st June, 2025
End Date: 30th June, 2025
Duration: 04 Weeks
Mode: Offline
Field Visit: khari Baoil, Sadar Bazar, Jaipur, Rajasthan, Lucknow, Srinagar
Industry Partner and Collaboration:
Nurture mind, body, and soul with the transformative power of Yoga, Meditation, and Mindfulness in tranquil oasis.
Project Name: Tribal Memory and Culture, Fragility, Dystopia and Environmental Storytelling through Cinema and Literature
Project Description: The Covid-19 pandemic highlighted the importance of resilience in the face of dystopia. As people struggled to cope with mass loss and fragility of memories, the need for storytelling emerged. Environmental storytelling, particularly through cinema, can play a crucial role in building resilience and healing fragile memories.
This project explores how cinema and environmental storytelling can create a resilience-building process, focusing on the intersection of nature, dystopia, and gender. By examining the potential of cinema to address trauma and fragility, this project aims to develop strategies for building resilience in the face of future dystopic challenges.
The summer research programme will open up a new vision for the foreign nationals on how within a tribal context, dystopia, fragile memories and environmentalism is mainstreamed and located and contextualised. This unique experience of understanding dystopia, fragile memories and environmentalism from tribal cultural lens is unique to Indian development praxis and such an exposure would not be possible anywhere other than India through the MR Summer Research Program.
The program will match the standards of literature, theatre, film studies department of the University of Essex. along with an orientation and contextualisation of Indian and Tribal Culture amidst the core context of tribal culture, memory fragility, dystopia and environmentalism.
Name and Designation of the Expert: Prof. (Dr. Anandajit Goswami), Director, SBSS, Research Director, MRIIRS
Email Id: director.sbss@mriu.edu.in
School: School of Sciences
Department: Environmental Sciences
Domain: Nostalgia, memory and gendered narratives in a Climate Crisis
Modules Included:
Project Area: Art, Culture, Creative Story Telling, Sustainability
Seats Available: 04
Start Date: 1st June 2025
End Date: 30th June 2025
Duration: 04 Weeks
Mode: Offline
Field Visit: Sunder bans and Tribal Belts in Jharkhand, Bihar
Project Name: Healing Practices for Mind Body and Total Health
Project Description: This research project explores how mindfulness, breath work, relaxation technique, and meditation influence mental health, emotional resilience, stress free learning and over all well-being. Participants will engage in both theoretical and empirical research to examine the psychological, physiological and behavioural effects of meditation, healing and overall practices.
Name and Designation of the Expert: Dr. Rajesh Kumar, Professor of Practices, S.B.S.S.M.R.I.I.R.S
Email Id: rajeshkumar.sbss@mriu.edu.in
School: School of Behavioural & Social Sciences
Department: Yogic Sciences
Domain: mind-body practices, Health, Healing therapy, stress management , mental health science of breath , mind management, psychosomatic illnesses , mental health
Modules Included:
Project Area: Healing , meditation, spirituality , Spiritual Sciences, Chakra and Endocrine system, detoxification Practices for mind and body, Six therapeutic approaches to for Modern world, health ,chakra and psychic transformation , relaxation practices
Seats Available: 04
Start Date: 1st June 2025
End Date: 30th June 2025
Duration: 04 Weeks
Mode: Offline
Field Visit: Spiritual centres
Industry Partner and Collaboration: Dr.Irena Nowak, Medical professional Poland, Europe
Delve deeper into transforming waste into valuable resources through trailblazing recycling technologies, empowering education programs, and collaborative community endeavours that establish a culture of sustainability and environmental stewardship.
Project Name: Eco restoration, the Indian way: Sustenance of tribal livelihood
Project Description: The project goal is to determine how leaf entophytes (fungi and bacteria that live inside leaf tissues) change the way that native tree diversity affects leaf chemistry (metabolome).
Restoration of degraded lands into pristine self-sustaining forest lands wherein forest produce sustain livelihood of tribal communities thereby preventing their displacement. The broad leaved forests in these restored lands would be a great reservoir of compounds of interest to pharma companies.
Unique flora of these restored lands would provide a plethora of information on co-sustenance of forests and man.
Name and Designation of the Expert: Prof. Prabir Kumar Paul, Head, Department of Biotechnology, SET. MRIIRS
Email Id: prabirpaul.set@mriu.edu.in
School: School of Engineering & Technology
Department: Biotechnology
Domain: Conservation Biology
Modules Included: Lecture, Visit to restored ecological site, sample collection, Analysis , data compilation
Project Area: Biodiversity Assessment
Pre-Requisite: Biology, Ecology, Environmental Biology
Seats Available: 05
Start Date: 1st June 2025
End Date: 30th June 2025
Duration: 04 Weeks
Mode: Offline
Industry Partner and collaboration: Prof CR Babu – University of Delhi
Project Name: “Assessment of High – Rise Structures towards Seismic Behaviour in Delhi – NCR”
Project Description: The project focuses on Structural Health Monitoring of high-rise buildings in Delhi-NCR, aiming to assess their structural behaviour considering seismic forces and codal guidelines. The methodology involves two phases: industrial visits for data collection from existing high-rise structures, and in-house assessment using analytical software tools. The expected outcome is a comparative analysis of seismic behaviour of different structural systems, providing recommendations for enhancing structural strength.
Name and Designation of the Expert: Prof. (Dr.) Senthil Vadivel T., Professor and Head, Department of Civil Engineering, SET, MRIIRS
Name and Designation of the Expert: Mr. Yaman Hooda, Assistant Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, SET, MRIIRS
Email Id: senthil.set@mriu.edu.in
School: School of Engineering & Technology
Department: Civil Engineering
Domain: Disaster Management and Mitigation
Modules Included: Project Briefing, Hands on Training on Software, Field Visits, Industry Interactions, Classroom Teaching
Project Area: Structural Assessment of Buildings in Disaster prone areas
Pre-Requisite: Civil Engineering
Seats Available: 04
Start Date: 1st June 2025
End Date: 30th June 2025
Duration: 04 Weeks
Mode: Offline
Field Visit:
Industry Partner and Collaboration:
Project Name: Conservation of Ancient Buildings using Go Green Industry Products - An Exposure to Indian Context of Sustainable Development
Project Description: The present process of production of Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC) is found associated with pessimistic impacts on environments because of an emission of immense magnitude of CO2 – a primary Green House Gas (GHG). This has, on the whole, pushed around concrete scientists and construction industries to hunt for innovative, sustainable, durable, user plus eco-benign and of course, cost-efficient substitutes for current binders and construction materials. Geopolymer binders produced by a synthesis of Silica and Alumina rich pozzolanic precursor – like Fly Ash, GGBS, Silica Fume and Rice Husk Ash with alkali solution as an activator through the process of Geopolymerization have become known as luminously promising option to conventional cement. In the other hand, the disposal of waste tyre is becoming a major waste management problem in the world at the moment.
Name and Designation of the Expert: Prof. (Dr.) Senthil Vadivel T., Professor and Head, Department of Civil Engineering, SET, MRIIRS
Name and Designation of the Expert: Mr. Yaman Hooda, Assistant Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, SET, MRIIRS
Email Id: senthil.set@mriu.edu.in
School: School of Engineering and Technology
Department: Civil Engineering
Domain: Waste to Wealth
Modules Included: Project Briefing, Hands on Training on Software, Field Visits, Industry Interactions, Classroom Teaching
Project Area: Disaster Management and Mitigation
Pre-Requisite: Civil Engineering
Seats Available: 05
Start Date: 1st June 2025
End Date: 30th June 2025
Duration: 04 Weeks
Mode: Offline
Field Visit:
Industry Partner and Collaboration:
Ignite creativity and innovation at the intersection of art, media, and technology. Harness the amalgamation of three key ingredients to fortify your career and escalate your growth trajectory.
Project Name: Image Processing {enhancement, de-noising, compression} using wavelet transform (Mat-lab, Python Software)
Project Description: Image denoising plays a crucial role in applications such as photography/videography, security-surveillance, medical image analysis, astronomy, aerial photography, satellite imagery, and more. The results of denoising also affect the accuracy of subsequent tasks such as image segmentation, object recognition, and classification.
In this project, we explore image denoising of various images affected by different types of noise using multiscale transforms such as wavelet transform, ridgelet transform, curvelet transform, and shearlet transform. We also examine several thresholding techniques, including hard thresholding, soft thresholding, SUREShrink, VisuShrink, and BayesShrink. Further, we compare the performance of these methods based on PSNR and MSE values to determine the most effective denoising technique.
Name and Designation of the Expert: Dr. Aparna Vyas, Program Head, Mathematics, MRU
Email Id: aparna@mru.edu.in
School: School of Mathematics
Department: Mathematics
Domain: Wavelet application
Modules Included:
Project Area: Wavelet application in Image Processing
Pre-requisite: Knowledge of Mat-lab, Python
Seats Available: 05
Start Date: 1st June 2025
End Date: 30th June 2025
Duration: 04 Weeks
Mode: Offline
Industry Partner and Collaboration: Prof. Joonki Paik - Chung-Ang University, South Korea; Prof. Maria Skopina - St. Petersburg State University, Russia
Project Name: Echoes of Heritage: An Applied Research Journey into Documenting Folklores, Oral Traditions, and Local Myths
Project Description: This program will immerse students in local communities, allowing them to explore and document folklores, myths, and traditional storytelling methods. The primary objective is to help students understand the cultural significance of these narratives and experiment with modern adaptations using multimedia tools.
Name and Designation of the Expert: Dr. Shilpi Jha, Professor and Dean
Email Id: dean.smeh@mriu.edu.in
School: School of Media Studies and Humanities
Department: Media Studies and Humanities
Domain: Communication and Oral Traditions
Modules Included:
Project Area: Culture and Communication
Seats Available: 02
Start Date: 1st June 2025
End Date: 30th June 2025
Duration: 04 Weeks
Mode: Offline
Project Name: AI-Enhanced Virtual Reality Heritage Explorer for Lost Indian Architecture
Project Description: Development of a VR-based interactive platform to reconstruct and explore lost Indian heritage sites. The project utilizes generative AI techniques (GANs, diffusion models) to restore missing architectural details and integrates NLP-based virtual guides for historical narration. It aims to create an immersive and interactive learning experience while applying AI-driven analysis for structural and aesthetic authenticity.
The project focuses on digitally preserving India's lost heritage by using AI-driven reconstruction and VR-based exploration of historical sites. It aligns with India’s cultural preservation initiatives, making historical architecture accessible for education, tourism, and research.
Name and Designation of the Expert: Dr. Neda Fatima, Associate Professor
Email Id: nedafatima.sca@mriu.edu.in
School: School of Engineering and Technology
Department: Electronics and Communication Engineering
Domain: AI, ML, VR, CS
Modules Included:
Project Area: STEM Fields, AI-ML, Engineering, History, Culture
Pre-Requisite: Basics of AI/ML, Python, and VR development tools preferred, but not mandatory.
Seats Available: 05
Start Date: 1st June 2025
End Date: 30th June 2025
Duration: 04 Weeks
Mode: Offline
Field Visit: National Archives of India, National Museums, Architectural sites of focus
Industry Partner and Collaboration: Professor Dr. Sardar M. N. Islam (Naz), Victoria University, Australia; EON Reality
Project Name: Connecting Colours of India
Project Description: India is a land of vibrant colors and rich craft traditions, with each region showcasing unique artisanal techniques passed down through generations. From the delicate embroidery of Chikankari in Uttar Pradesh to countless other crafts across the country, every art form carries deep cultural significance. Each motif, pattern, and technique holds a story, reflecting history, beliefs, and regional identity. Through this learning journey, students will not only develop these crafts but also explore their deeper meanings, understanding the essence behind every stitch, weave, and design.
Name and Designation of the Expert: Prof. Abhinav Saxena, Associate Professor
Email Id: Abhinavsaxena.sod@mriu.edu.in
School: School of Design
Department: Design
Domain: Design
Modules Included:
Project Area: Craft design
Seats Available: 05
Start Date: 1st June 2025
End Date: 30th June 2025
Duration: 04 Weeks
Mode: Offline
Pursue a specialization in Dentistry and unlock the secrets of oral health, transforming smiles and lives. From restorative dentistry to orthodontics, our program equips you with cutting-edge skills to excel in this dynamic field.
Project Name: Artificial Intelligence-Guided Monitoring of Orthodontic Treatment Progress
Project Description: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming orthodontic care by enabling precise, automated monitoring of tooth movement and treatment outcomes. AI-powered systems analyze serial intraoral images, CBCT scans, and digital models to track changes in tooth position, angulation, and root resorption over time.
By utilizing deep learning algorithms, AI can detect subtle movements, predict treatment progression, and identify potential complications such as root resorption or inadequate space closure. This technology enhances treatment efficiency, reduces reliance on frequent radiographic imaging, and provides real-time feedback to orthodontists and patients.
Name and Designation of the Expert:
Email Id:
School: School of Dental Sciences, Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies, Haryana, India
Department: Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies, Haryana, India
Domain: Dentistry & Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics
Modules Included:
Project Area: AI and Digital Technology in Orthodontic Dentistry
Seats Available: 2
Start Date: 1st June 2025
End Date: 30th June 2025
Duration: 04 Weeks
Mode: Offline
Project Name :
Harnessing Herbal Power
: Assessing the Protective Effects of Aloe Vera,
turmeric and Tulsi (Basil) Extracts on Tooth Enamel
Project Description:
Enamel demineralization is one of the major oral disease prevalent globally leading to dental caries and erosion. Conventional synthetic remineralizing agents such as fluoride, casein phosphopeptide-amorphous calcium phosphate (CPP-ACP), and bioactive glasses have been widely used to restore lost minerals. However, concerns regarding their long-term safety, bioavailability, cost and potential side effects have led to an increased interest in natural alternatives.
India’s traditional medicine system, particularly Ayurveda, has long recognized the therapeutic properties of turmeric, aloe vera, and clove, utilizing them for various health benefits. This study aims to evaluate the efficacy of such herbal agents in preventing enamel demineralization and promoting remineralization of teeth.
The research project would be able to determine the efficacy of various phytomedicinal agents providing a natural, biocompatible, and sustainable alternative to synthetic remineralization agents, reducing the risks of toxicity and adverse effects. Rich in bioactive compounds, fruit extracts promote enamel remineralization while offering antimicrobial and antioxidant benefits.
Name and Designation of the Expert:
Email Id: alpa.sds@mrei.ac.in, gaurikalra.sds@mrei.ac.in
School: School of Dental Sciences, Manav Rachna Dental College
Department: Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics
Domain: Oral Biology
Modules Included: Group Discussions, Lab work, statistical analysis and report writing
Project Area: Preventive and Restorative Dentistry
Seats Available: 02
Start Date: 1st June 2025
End Date: 30th June 2025
Duration: 04 Weeks
Mode: Offline
Field Visit: Botanical Garden
Industry Collaboration: Jawahar Lal University, New Delhi
With a blend of lush greenery and modern infrastructure, the campus grandly spans over 100 acres in Faridabad, Haryana, Delhi-NCR. The WiFi-enabled classrooms are equipped with a state-of-the-art audio-visual system including projectors, smartboards, recording facilities, among other cutting-edge infrastructure facilities. Students also have access to online resources and state-of-the-art IT infrastructure to nourish their academic toolkit.
The Summer Research Programme lets students dive into India's rich cultural heritage, exploring its vibrant traditions and history.
The prestigious Summer Research Programme offers students an immersive experience in India's diverse cultural landscape. Experience folklores, oral traditions, and local anecdotes while learning how they shape heritage and identity. Plentiful of beautiful moments await students' presence, where the land of cultures promises a wealth of discovery.
With a passion for culinary delights, our hospitality department diligently caters to the diverse tastes of our community, serving over 2000 meals every day. The dining kitchen has an in- house bakery that whips out freshly baked breads & confectionery goods, sweets & savories, on a daily basis.
For all planned activities, travel to and from the location is managed by the University. A free shuttle service to and from the nearest metro station is provided to the students for planned itineraries.
Access to fully-equipped infirmary, providing immediate primary healthcare services to our students and staff.
Located at the Sports Complex, the Infirmary delivers free, round-the-clock first aid to students, faculty, and staff, ensuring their health and well-being.
Students will have access to Dental services and Physiotherapy services at the OPD.
Offering a state-of-the-art platform for research, innovation, and development, Dr. OP Bhalla Central Library- a comprehensive resource centre, is designed to support scholars, researchers, and innovators in their pursuit of knowledge.
The library offers a range of services for academic and research pursuits:
Campus banking is made easy with ATM machines conveniently located near C Block and Gate No. 3. With these ATMs, you can easily withdraw cash, check your account balance, and perform other banking transactions. Our campus ATMs are designed to provide you with a secure and convenient banking experience.
A Documentation Centre with printing and photocopying facilities on payable basis is available at the campus.
Our Provision Stores, stocked with everyday essentials, operate 7 days a week, with closures only on designated festivals and holidays.
Fully operational during the week except for Sunday and specific holidays, a Book-Cum-Stationery store is located at the campus.
Students have access to clean drinking water coolers situated in dedicated pantries in residence halls.
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To know more about the Summer Research Program, reach out to International Affairs & Collaborations at
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Ms. Gargi Jaiswal
Deputy Manager - Office of International Affairs & Collaborations,
