InnovatingforGlobalFoodSecurity
A Tri-Institutional Center of Excellence integrating engineering, life sciences, and agricultural innovation to address national and global food security challenges.
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About the Center
Bridging Engineering & Agricultural Innovation
Established in 2019, T2PCEFS integrates engineering, life sciences, and agricultural innovation to address national and global food security. Aligning with UN-SDG-2030, we focus on climate-smart agriculture and circular bioeconomy.
Our tri-institutional collaboration between Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology (TIET), Tel Aviv University (TAU), and Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) creates a unique interdisciplinary synergy for impactful research.
UN-SDG Aligned
Zero Hunger & Climate Action
Tri-Institutional
TIET × TAU × PAU
Tri-Institutional Collaboration
TIET, TAU & PAU — Est. 2019
TIET – Patiala
TAU – Tel Aviv
PAU – Ludhiana
Research Focus
Thematic Areas
Our interdisciplinary research spans six core themes addressing critical challenges in food security, sustainability, and agricultural innovation.
Digital Villages & Precision Agriculture
LoRaWAN networks, IoT soil sensors, and AI-driven weed detection for smart farming across Punjab.
Wastewater Rejuvenation (Thapar Model)
Microalga–bacterial biofilm systems for rural wastewater treatment and resource recovery.
Post-Harvest Preservation
Biocomposite biosensors for ethylene detection and innovative food processing technologies.
Livestock Health & Vaccine Development
Peptide-based vaccines and diagnostic tools for combating livestock diseases.
SONAR-Based Yield Estimation
Drone and sonar technologies for non-destructive crop yield prediction and monitoring.
Circular Bioeconomy
Converting agricultural waste into value-added products, probiotic guava powders, and functional foods.
Research Impact
Research Highlights
Cutting-edge projects driving tangible impact in food security, from lab to field.
SONAR-Based Yield Estimation
Using drone-mounted sonar and multispectral cameras for non-destructive crop yield prediction across 5+ villages in Punjab.
Biocomposite Ethylene Biosensors
Electrospun nanofiber-based sensors for real-time ethylene detection in fruit storage and supply chains.
Peptide Vaccines for Livestock
Novel peptide-based vaccine candidates against foot-and-mouth disease using computational immunology.
Probiotic Guava Powders
Spray-dried probiotic guava powder formulation with enhanced shelf-life and bioavailability. Patent granted.
State-of-the-Art
Research Infrastructure
Our labs are equipped with cutting-edge technology enabling breakthrough research in food security and agricultural innovation.
Multispectral Camera
High-resolution imaging for crop health assessment and precision agriculture applications.
Photosynthesis System
LI-COR portable system for measuring photosynthetic rates and stomatal conductance.
Electrospinning Machine
Nanofiber fabrication for biocomposite packaging and biosensor development.
Plant Growth Chamber
Controlled-environment chambers for plant phenotyping and stress tolerance studies.
Our Team
Leadership & Faculty
Distinguished researchers and academics leading our mission towards a food-secure future.
Prof. Nir Ohad
Director, Manna Center Program for Food Safety & Security
Tel Aviv University (TAU)
Prof. Moushumi Ghosh
Joint Director, T2PCEFS
Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology (TIET)
Prof. Amit Dhir
Co-Coordinator, T2PCEFS
Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology (TIET)
Associated Faculty
Dr. Researcher A
Biotechnology • TIET
Dr. Researcher B
Civil Engineering • TIET
Dr. Researcher C
Food Science • PAU
Dr. Researcher D
Plant Sciences • TAU