National Research Development Corporation

National Research Development Corporation (NRDC) is a premier technology transfer organization under the Department of Scientific & Industrial Research, Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India. Established in 1953, it serves as a vital link between national R&D institutions and industry to promote, develop, and commercialize indigenous technologies. In the life sciences sector, NRDC specializes in licensing patents for pharmaceuticals, biotechnologies, medical devices, and herbal formulations developed at labs like CSIR and ICMR. The corporation provides comprehensive services including IP management, technology evaluation, and consultancy to facilitate the transition of laboratory-scale innovations to industrial production. It plays a significant role in fostering the Indian biotech ecosystem by supporting startups and small-to-medium enterprises through technology acquisition.