Awards & Research Funding
Fueling bold ideas. Accelerating real world impact.
At Ambisphere Innovations, we support researchers, innovators, and startups working at the intersection of AI, sustainability, biotechnology, health, and environmental solutions. Our Awards & Research Funding Program provides grants, mentorship, and ecosystem support to help you move from concept to scalable innovation.
Why We Support Research & Innovation
We back projects that:
Solve real world challenges in health, agriculture, climate, and environment
Use AI, data, and emerging technologies for measurable impact
Promote sustainable, ethical, and inclusive innovation
Have potential for translation, commercialization, or community benefit
Whether you're an early stage researcher or a deep tech startup, Ambisphere aims to be your partner in building the future.
Funding & Grant Programs
Innovation Seed Grant
Support for early stage ideas and proof of concept work.
Amount: Up to ₹2,00,000
Who: Students, early career researchers, innovators
Supports: Prototype development, pilot experiments, feasibility studies
Advanced Research Grant
For high potential research with clear translational or deployment pathways.
Amount: Based on project*
Who: Independent researchers, research groups, startups
Supports: Deep tech R&D, field trials, technology validation, scale up planning
Ambisphere Impact Fellowship
End to end support for mission driven innovators.
Support: Funding + mentorship + ecosystem access
Who: Social entrepreneurs, impact driven startups, multidisciplinary teams
Focus: Sustainability, public health, circular economy, climate resilience
What Awardees Receive
Our support goes beyond funding:
Expert mentorship from scientists, technologists, and industry leaders
Access to research, data, and AI infrastructure where applicable
Guidance on IP, patents, and technology transfer
Opportunities to co develop, pilot, or partner with Ambisphere
Visibility through Ambisphere events, media, and partner networks
Annual Ambisphere Innovation Awards
Each year, we recognize outstanding contributors through the Ambisphere Innovation Awards, across categories such as:
Past Awardees
2023 Awardees
| Award Category | Awardee | Project |
|---|---|---|
| Young Innovator Award | Dr. Neha R. Kulkarni | AI driven biosensors for rapid plant disease detection |
| Young Innovator – Runner up | Syed Imran | Low cost water quality IoT tracker for rural lakes |
| Sustainable Tech Excellence Award | GreenFlux Labs Pvt. Ltd. | Solar micro irrigation networks for semi arid farms |
| Sustainable Tech Excellence – Special Mention | BioHarvest Innovations | Fungal cellulose sheets for eco friendly packaging |
| Breakthrough AI Solution Award | Rohit Verma & Team | Federated learning for cardiovascular risk prediction |
| AI Solution – Emerging Team Recognition | Mayuri Chatterjee | NLP clinical assistant for emergency triage |
| Women in Innovation Leadership Award | Haritha Bhuvaneswari Illa | Framshield AI, A Unified Intelligence Platform Strengthening Agricultural Safety |
| Women Innovator – Young Researcher | Dr. Sneha Desai | Antimicrobial herbal nanogels for wound healing |
| Ambisphere Impact Fellowship | EcoPulse Innovation Studio | Circular economy platform for plastic waste valorization |
| Impact Fellow – Community Category | AgroSathi Initiative | Self sustaining smart composting hubs for villages |
2024 Awardees
| Award Category | Awardee | Project |
|---|---|---|
| Young Innovator Award | Aditya Sharma | Non invasive glucose monitoring using optical sensors |
| Young Innovator – Runner up | M. Kavitha | AI tool for precision pest forecasting in banana crops |
| Sustainable Tech Excellence Award | EarthSense Biotech | Bio purification beads for decentralized clean water |
| Sustainable Tech Excellence – Special Mention | GreenSource Students Club | Solar powered micro cold storage for small farmers |
| Breakthrough AI Solution Award | Sara Qadri | Clinical decision support AI for emergency care |
| Breakthrough AI – Innovator to Watch | Rahul Shetty | Early stroke detection model using wearable signals |
| Women in Innovation Leadership Award | Dr. Meenal Joshi | Biogenic nanomaterials boosting microbial fuel cell efficiency |
| Women Innovator – Young Researcher | M. Lakshmi | Smart bio fertilizer capsules enhancing soil microbiome |
| Ambisphere Impact Fellowship | BlueTerra Research Group | Ocean plastic to fiber nanocomposite pipeline |
| Impact Fellow – Community Category | EcoHarvest Collective | Smart organic farm waste to energy conversion model |
Eligibility & Evaluation
We invite applications from:
Students and early career researchers
Faculty and independent investigators
Startups, research focused companies, and social enterprises
Projects are evaluated on:
Scientific and technical merit
Innovation and originality
Societal or environmental impact
Feasibility and scalability
Ethical and responsible use of technology
Application Process
Online Proposal Submission
Project abstract, objectives, methodology, and expected impact
Technical & Impact Review
Reviewed by Ambisphere's scientific and industry experts
Shortlisting & Interaction
Virtual or in person pitch and Q&A
Award & Onboarding
Grant agreement, mentorship mapping, and milestone planning
📌 Funding calls are opened twice annually.
Ready to Apply?
Join the community of innovators shaping the future of science and technology. Apply for funding or awards today and let's build something extraordinary together.