IIC

ABOUT

Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC)

Sri Shanmugha College of Pharmacy has established its Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC) under the Ministry of Education’s Innovation Cell (MIC), Government of India. The council aims to foster a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship among students and faculty.

The IIC serves as a platform to encourage creative thinking, promote startup ideas, and support the development of innovative solutions in the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors. It conducts regular activities such as workshops, idea competitions, expert talks, and awareness programs on Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) and startup funding.

By connecting students with industry experts, entrepreneurs, and mentors, the council helps translate ideas into practical outcomes. It also encourages participation in national innovation programs like Smart India Hackathon, Toycathon, and National Innovation Contest.

Through these efforts, IIC nurtures future-ready professionals who are equipped not just with technical knowledge but also with entrepreneurial skills—contributing to the vision of a self-reliant India.

To build an innovation-driven ecosystem that promotes creativity, ideation, and entrepreneurship among budding pharmacists and researchers.

● To create awareness about innovation and entrepreneurial opportunities.

● To provide a platform for students and faculty to develop innovative solutions addressing societal and healthcare challenges.

● To establish strong linkages with industry, research institutions, and incubation centers.

OBJECTIVES OF IIC AT SRI SHANMUGHA COLLEGE OF PHARMACY

  • Encourage and support innovation and startup culture among students.
  • Organize workshops, hackathons, idea competitions, and innovation challenges.
  • Promote design thinking, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
  • Facilitate interaction with entrepreneurs, angel investors, and startup mentors.
  • Provide pre-incubation support for viable student-led startup ideas.
  • Integrate innovation and entrepreneurship with regular academic curriculum.
  • Align with national innovation and startup policies like Startup India and Atal Innovation Mission.

ACTIVITIES AND INITIATIVES

  • Innovation Day Celebrations
  • Expert Talks & Panel Discussions with startup founders and innovation experts
  • Prototype/Model Exhibitions showcasing student innovations
  • Workshops on IPR (Intellectual Property Rights) and patent filing
  • Participation in National and MIC-led Innovation Contests
  • Collaboration with industry mentors for innovation projects

OUTCOMES EXPECTED

  • Enhanced student engagement in innovation and problem-solving.
  • Development of viable products and healthcare solutions.
  • Filing of patents and development of intellectual property.
  • Establishment of startups and entrepreneurial ventures by students and alumni.