The recently formed Nanotechnology Forum for Indian Scientists (NT Forum) has announced an award for outstanding research in fabrication and characterisation of nanomaterials and structures in physical or bio nanotechnology. The “Oxford Instruments Young Nanoscientist India Award 2015” was formally launched by the Chairman of the selection committee for the NT Forum, Prof CNR Rao.

The winner of the award will receive a trophy, a certificate, cash prize of ₹2 lakh and an opportunity to deliver lectures in foreign universities.

Oxford Instruments are suppliers of high technology tools and systems for research and industry.

Anurag Tandon, Managing Director, Oxford Instruments India Pvt Ltd said, “Oxford Instruments intends to strengthen its support by creating a platform to increase scientific exchange between India and other nations."

The Oxford Instruments Young Nanoscientist India Award 2015 award will be presented biennially.

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