NRI, foreign scientists to work in Indian institutes: Govt

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Press Trust of India New Delhi
Last Updated : May 23 2017 | 5:57 PM IST
The Centre is all set to launch a programme next month wherein foreign and NRI scientists can work in the country's scientific institutions for a period of one to three months.
The programme titled 'Visiting Advanced Joint Research' (VAJRA) is aimed at encouraging top scientists to work in India and also guide doctorate and post-doctorate students.
"The aim of the programme is to expose the students to global research culture. The scientists selected under this programme will be a cut above the rest in their respective fields.
"The faculty will be physically available for 1-3 months in the Indian institutions, but maintain an adjunct faculty status round the year," said Ashutosh Sharma, secretary, Ministry of Science and Technology.
The scientists under the programme would draw a salary of USD 15,000 in the first month and USD 10,000 each in the remaining months.

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First Published: May 23 2017 | 5:57 PM IST

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