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Comprehensive overview of all ongoing and completed research initiatives at BBIT

12
Total Projects
12
Active Projects
₹6.5 Cr+
Total Funding
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Artificial IntelligenceActive

AI-Powered Healthcare Diagnosis System

🏢 Computer Science📅 2024-2026💰 ₹45 Lakhs

Principal Investigator:

Dr. Jayanta Basak

Funding Agency:

DST-SERB Grant

Start Date:

January 2024

Co-Investigators:

Dr. Moumita Paul, Dr. Sagar Chakraborty

Progress:

45%

Project Description:

Developing an AI-based diagnostic tool for early detection of cardiovascular diseases using deep learning and medical imaging. The system uses convolutional neural networks to analyze ECG patterns, medical images, and patient data to predict potential cardiac issues.

Key Objectives:

  • 🎯Develop deep learning models for ECG analysis
  • 🎯Create a dataset of 50,000+ annotated medical images
  • 🎯Achieve 95%+ accuracy in disease detection
  • 🎯Deploy pilot system in 3 hospitals

Key Outcomes:

  • Published 2 papers in IEEE journals
  • Filed 1 patent for the diagnostic algorithm
  • Collaborated with 2 hospitals for data collection
Project ID: BBIT-001
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IoT & Smart SystemsActive

Smart Campus IoT Infrastructure

🏢 Electronics & Communication📅 2023-2025💰 ₹80 Lakhs

Principal Investigator:

Dr. Sandeep Malik

Funding Agency:

Industry Collaboration - TCS

Start Date:

August 2023

Co-Investigators:

Dr. Uddyalok Chakraborty

Progress:

70%

Project Description:

Implementing IoT sensors and analytics for energy optimization, security monitoring, and resource management across campus. The project involves deployment of 500+ sensors, real-time data analytics, and automated control systems.

Key Objectives:

  • 🎯Deploy 500+ IoT sensors across campus
  • 🎯Reduce energy consumption by 30%
  • 🎯Implement real-time security monitoring
  • 🎯Create predictive maintenance system

Key Outcomes:

  • Deployed 350 sensors in Phase 1
  • Achieved 22% energy reduction so far
  • Developed mobile app for monitoring
Project ID: BBIT-002
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Blockchain & CybersecurityActive

Blockchain for Supply Chain Transparency

🏢 Information Technology📅 2024-2025💰 ₹35 Lakhs

Principal Investigator:

Dr. Munsi Yusuf Alam

Funding Agency:

AICTE Research Grant

Start Date:

March 2024

Co-Investigators:

Dr. Ashok Shaw

Progress:

55%

Project Description:

Creating a blockchain-based platform for tracking and verifying product authenticity in pharmaceutical supply chains. The system uses Hyperledger Fabric to create an immutable record of product journey from manufacturer to end consumer.

Key Objectives:

  • 🎯Develop blockchain platform using Hyperledger
  • 🎯Integrate with 10 pharmaceutical companies
  • 🎯Create mobile verification app for consumers
  • 🎯Ensure compliance with regulatory standards

Key Outcomes:

  • Platform architecture completed
  • 3 pilot companies onboarded
  • Presented at 2 international conferences
Project ID: BBIT-003
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Artificial IntelligenceActive

Natural Language Processing for Regional Languages

🏢 Computer Science📅 2023-2026💰 ₹40 Lakhs

Principal Investigator:

Dr. Uddyalok Chakraborty

Funding Agency:

ICSSR Funding

Start Date:

June 2023

Co-Investigators:

Dr. Jayanta Basak

Progress:

60%

Project Description:

Building NLP models and datasets for low-resource Indian languages to enable better digital accessibility. Focus on Bengali, Assamese, and Odia languages with applications in machine translation, sentiment analysis, and text generation.

Key Objectives:

  • 🎯Create annotated datasets of 1M+ sentences
  • 🎯Develop transformer models for 3 languages
  • 🎯Build translation system with 90%+ accuracy
  • 🎯Release open-source language models

Key Outcomes:

  • Released Bengali dataset with 500K sentences
  • Published 3 papers in ACL conferences
  • Developed beta version of translation app
Project ID: BBIT-004
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Robotics & AutomationActive

Autonomous Agricultural Robots

🏢 Mechanical Engineering📅 2024-2027💰 ₹65 Lakhs

Principal Investigator:

Dr. Moumita Paul

Funding Agency:

DBT-BioCARE Grant

Start Date:

January 2024

Co-Investigators:

Dr. Arindom Mitra

Progress:

35%

Project Description:

Developing autonomous robots for precision agriculture, crop monitoring, and automated harvesting. The robots use computer vision, GPS navigation, and robotic arms to perform various agricultural tasks with minimal human intervention.

Key Objectives:

  • 🎯Build 3 prototype robots for different tasks
  • 🎯Implement computer vision for crop health monitoring
  • 🎯Achieve autonomous navigation in fields
  • 🎯Test with 20+ farmers in West Bengal

Key Outcomes:

  • First prototype robot completed
  • Filed 1 patent for robotic gripper design
  • Partnered with 5 farms for field testing
Project ID: BBIT-005
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IoT & Smart SystemsActive

Smart Grid Energy Management System

🏢 Electronics & Communication📅 2023-2025💰 ₹55 Lakhs

Principal Investigator:

Dr. Sandeep Malik

Funding Agency:

MNRE Grant

Start Date:

September 2023

Co-Investigators:

Dr. Uddyalok Chakraborty, Dr. Arindom Mitra

Progress:

65%

Project Description:

Developing an intelligent energy management system for smart grids with renewable energy integration, demand prediction, and load balancing capabilities. The system uses machine learning for energy consumption forecasting and optimization.

Key Objectives:

  • 🎯Integrate solar and wind energy sources
  • 🎯Predict energy demand with 95% accuracy
  • 🎯Reduce peak load by 25%
  • 🎯Implement dynamic pricing system

Key Outcomes:

  • Deployed pilot in university campus
  • Achieved 92% prediction accuracy
  • Published 2 papers in energy journals
Project ID: BBIT-006
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Blockchain & CybersecurityActive

Cybersecurity Framework for Critical Infrastructure

🏢 Information Technology📅 2024-2026💰 ₹50 Lakhs

Principal Investigator:

Dr. Munsi Yusuf Alam

Funding Agency:

MeitY Grant

Start Date:

April 2024

Co-Investigators:

Dr. Sandeep Malik

Progress:

40%

Project Description:

Creating a comprehensive cybersecurity framework for protecting critical infrastructure including power grids, water supply systems, and transportation networks. The framework includes intrusion detection, threat intelligence, and incident response mechanisms.

Key Objectives:

  • 🎯Develop AI-based intrusion detection system
  • 🎯Create threat intelligence platform
  • 🎯Build incident response automation
  • 🎯Train 100+ professionals in cybersecurity

Key Outcomes:

  • Framework architecture designed
  • IDS prototype tested on campus network
  • Conducted 2 training workshops
Project ID: BBIT-007
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BiotechnologyActive

3D Printing for Customized Medical Implants

🏢 Mechanical Engineering📅 2023-2026💰 ₹70 Lakhs

Principal Investigator:

Dr. Moumita Paul

Funding Agency:

BIRAC Grant

Start Date:

July 2023

Co-Investigators:

Dr. Sagar Chakraborty

Progress:

50%

Project Description:

Using advanced 3D printing technology to create patient-specific medical implants including bone replacements, dental implants, and prosthetics. The project focuses on biocompatible materials and precise customization based on CT/MRI scans.

Key Objectives:

  • 🎯Develop biocompatible printing materials
  • 🎯Create 50+ customized implant designs
  • 🎯Achieve regulatory approval for implants
  • 🎯Partner with 5 hospitals for clinical trials

Key Outcomes:

  • Developed 3 biocompatible materials
  • Created 20 successful implant prototypes
  • Published 4 papers in medical journals
Project ID: BBIT-008
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Environmental ScienceActive

Machine Learning for Climate Change Prediction

🏢 Computer Science📅 2024-2026💰 ₹45 Lakhs

Principal Investigator:

Dr. Uddyalok Chakraborty

Funding Agency:

DST Climate Change Programme

Start Date:

February 2024

Co-Investigators:

Dr. Arindom Mitra

Progress:

38%

Project Description:

Developing machine learning models to predict regional climate patterns, extreme weather events, and their impact on agriculture and water resources. The project uses historical climate data and satellite imagery for training predictive models.

Key Objectives:

  • 🎯Build climate prediction models for Eastern India
  • 🎯Predict extreme weather events 7 days in advance
  • 🎯Assess impact on agriculture and water resources
  • 🎯Create early warning system for farmers

Key Outcomes:

  • Collected 50 years of climate data
  • Developed baseline prediction models
  • Collaborated with IMD for data access
Project ID: BBIT-009
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Emerging TechnologiesActive

Quantum Computing Applications in Cryptography

🏢 Computer Science📅 2024-2027💰 ₹90 Lakhs

Principal Investigator:

Dr. Jayanta Basak

Funding Agency:

DRDO Project

Start Date:

May 2024

Co-Investigators:

Dr. Munsi Yusuf Alam

Progress:

25%

Project Description:

Exploring quantum computing algorithms for cryptographic applications including quantum key distribution, post-quantum cryptography, and quantum random number generation. The project aims to develop quantum-resistant encryption methods.

Key Objectives:

  • 🎯Develop quantum cryptography protocols
  • 🎯Implement quantum key distribution system
  • 🎯Create post-quantum encryption algorithms
  • 🎯Build quantum simulator for testing

Key Outcomes:

  • Quantum simulator setup completed
  • 1 paper published in quantum computing journal
  • Collaboration established with IIT Delhi
Project ID: BBIT-010
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Environmental ScienceActive

Smart Water Quality Monitoring System

🏢 Civil Engineering📅 2023-2025💰 ₹30 Lakhs

Principal Investigator:

Dr. Arindom Mitra

Funding Agency:

CPCB Grant

Start Date:

October 2023

Co-Investigators:

Dr. Sandeep Malik

Progress:

75%

Project Description:

IoT-based water quality monitoring system for rivers and lakes with real-time data collection, analysis, and pollution alerts. The system monitors pH, dissolved oxygen, turbidity, and harmful contaminants.

Key Objectives:

  • 🎯Deploy 50 monitoring stations across 5 rivers
  • 🎯Provide real-time water quality data
  • 🎯Create pollution alert system
  • 🎯Develop mobile app for public access

Key Outcomes:

  • 40 stations deployed and operational
  • Mobile app launched with 5000+ users
  • Identified 12 pollution hotspots
Project ID: BBIT-011
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Educational TechnologyActive

Virtual Reality for Engineering Education

🏢 MBA & Computer Science📅 2024-2025💰 ₹25 Lakhs

Principal Investigator:

Dr. Ashok Shaw

Funding Agency:

UGC Innovation Grant

Start Date:

March 2024

Co-Investigators:

Dr. Jayanta Basak, Dr. Moumita Paul

Progress:

55%

Project Description:

Developing VR-based learning modules for engineering education including virtual labs, 3D simulations, and interactive demonstrations. The project aims to enhance practical learning through immersive technology.

Key Objectives:

  • 🎯Create 20 VR learning modules
  • 🎯Cover 5 engineering disciplines
  • 🎯Test with 500+ students
  • 🎯Measure learning outcome improvements

Key Outcomes:

  • 12 modules developed and tested
  • 300 students participated in pilot
  • 30% improvement in concept retention
Project ID: BBIT-012
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