Shriram Institute For Industrial Research

Shriram Institute for Industrial Research (SRI) is an independent, self-sustaining, not-for-profit multidisciplinary contract research institute conducting research and development in the areas of special significance to the industry, government agencies, and other organizations. SRI is committed to develop, innovate, analyze and apply technology for products and processes. SRI also brings its innovations to the marketplace by licensing its technologies and helps in establishing production units for interested clients. SRI founded in 1947 by an illustrious founder Sir Shriram, started functioning in 1950. Sir Shriram believed that if India was to catch up with the rest of the world, it was necessary to understand existing technology and innovate it through research. SRI’s strengths have been its staff, a knowledgeable, expert, and experienced Governing Board, and innovative management. SRI is operational in Delhi and Bangalore. SRI’s thrust areas are Materials Science, Analytical Science, Life Science, Irradiation of Medical and Surgical Products, and Quality Assurance. Recent thrust areas in material science include Blood bags, Cactus Latex-based products, Biomaterials, Materials for AeroSpace Applications, Polymers for Electronics, Hightech Adhesives, Polymers, Composites, Specialty Chemicals, Renewable resources, Radiation based Technologies, Herbal Products, Waste Utilization, Technical Consultancy, etc. The Analytical Sciences Division provides prompt, precise, and dependable analytical services in the fields of metal and minerals, rubber and plastics, building materials, paper, leather and textiles, chemicals and agrochemicals, food and pharmaceuticals, petroleum products, home appliances, and Microbiological studies. The Division standardizes develops and validates new methods for analysis. It provides assistance to customers to ensure the quality of products laid down by various certifying agencies and statutory bodies. It also provides Calibration service.