The Vision
TCG CREST aspires to be a world-leading research institute that unleashes the untapped and true potential of human talent.
As an institution , TCG CREST is especially dedicated to the three Ks: Knowledge Creation, Knowledge Application, and Knowledge Dissemination. The focus is on creating a strong network with highly reputed knowledge centres throughout the world: universities, research institutions, technology-driven global corporate entities, and academic communities. The goal is to inculcate a strong culture of continual knowledge exchange through research, student exchange, faculty exchange, joint projects, collaborative workshops, and participative seminars.
Dr. Purnendu Chatterjee
Founder and Chairman of TCG CREST
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Spot Light
CQuERE, TCG CREST Hosts Physics Nobel Laureate Anne L’Huillier
August 13, 2025
Prof. Anne L’Huillier, Physics Nobel Laureate from Lund University, Sweden, will deliver the 19th talk of the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology...
CQuERE, TCG CREST Hosts Physics Nobel Laureate Sir Roger Penrose
August 13, 2025
Sir Roger Penrose, Physics Nobel Laureate from the University of Oxford, UK, will deliver the 21st talk of the International Year of Quantum Science...
FTSI, TCG CREST is Hiring for a JRA- R&D
August 6, 2025
Food Technology & Science Institute (FTSI) of TCG CREST invites applications for a Junior Research Associate in Research and Development
Open RA position in Bioprocessing and Biocatalysis for Sustainable Energy in RISE, TCG-CREST
July 31, 2025
The main research focus will be on the utilization of biomass to produce biohydrogen and value-added products related to bioenergy. The candidate should have...
CARE, TCG CREST to Present at Genomics India 2025
July 30, 2025
TCG CREST CARE to present lung cancer research at Genomics India 2025.
ICEQSM (September 10–13, 2025)- CQuERE- TCG CREST
July 31, 2025
International Conference and Exposium on Quantum Sensing and Metrology (ICEQSM 2025), the second thematic conference hosted by CQuERE, TCG CREST, Kolkata, as part of...
Celebrating Suprakash Das – A Remarkable Leader at TCG CREST
July 25, 2025
We are absolutely delighted to share that our Director & CFO, Suprakash Das, has been honoured as one of the “Best Corporate Leaders in...
TCG CREST Launches Its New HRMS Platform
July 17, 2025
TCG CREST launches its one-stop digital solution for a more connected employee experience
CQuERE, TCG CREST Invites Applications for a Research Associate-II (RA-II)
July 16, 2025
Recruitment for a Research Associate-II (RA-II) under National Quantum Mission Grant
Inviting Applications for a Research Scientist Role in CARE, TCG CREST
July 10, 2025
CARE, TCG CREST Invites Applications for an Open Position as a Research Scientist Specializing in Cancer Biology
Some of our
Research Areas
The mission of TCG CREST is to conduct fundamental research at the frontiers of both science and technology. It seeks to encourage cross-pollination of ideas and concepts among the various research programs of the individual institutes within its umbrella. A few of the research areas are highlighted here. Please go through the details to get an exhaustive information of our research inititatives.
CQuERE
Quantum computation/simulation of quantum many-body systems could enable us to reduce the complexity of time-consuming calculations, thereby promising applications in topics such as drug design. It could also enable us to explore possibilities of quantum engineering using photons, as well as tackle issues related to climate modelling.
RISE
Research focuses on in the next-generation solid-state and Sodium ion, rechargeable & flexible battery technologies due to the advantages in safety, operating temperature range combined with potential high energy density in comparison to traditional liquid electrolyte-based systems.
IAI
The research program in the Cryptography and Security group at IAI TCG-CREST focuses on the theoretical as well as the applied aspect of Cryptology and Security research.
Translational Research in Mathematics (TRIM)
IAI
TRIM focuses on both fundamental and applicable aspects of mathematics. One of our major goals is to explore the connections between theoretical results and its applications to real-world problems arising out of industrial and social needs. We also aim to foster excellence in higher mathematical education that is suitable for...
Publications
Implementing research and publishing results in the form of scientific articles is crucial for the progress of science and technology. Scientific publications not only increases the depth of knowledge for the author(s) but more importantly results in a greater contribution of knowledge for others. TCG CREST always thrives to enrich the scientific community through publications.
View allTCG CREST has set up the first campus in Sector V, Salt Lake City, Kolkata. State-of-the-art laboratories and research facilities for the individual Institutes, spacious classrooms and technology interventions for executing both off-line and on-line academic classes and programs, conference rooms and other infrastructures provide the students and the faculty an ideal environment for creative exchanges and high-end research collaborations.
Purnendu Chatterjee
Chairman, TCG CREST
Dr. Purnendu Chatterjee is the Founder and Chairman of The Chatterjee Group (TCG) as well as the Chairman of TCG CREST. Founded in 1989, TCG is a premier private equity firm, with investments and operations spanning several continents and industries.
Read MoreKishore Bhattacharya
Board of Directors, TCG CREST
An alumnus of IIT Kharagpur and Director in various TCG Companies since 1995, Kishore has been actively involved in setting up operations of the Group in India since inception.
Read MoreSwapan Bhattacharya
Board of Directors, TCG CREST
Swapan bhattacharya, member of the Board of Directors of TCG CREST, is the Managing Director of TCG Lifesciences (TCGLS) and is responsible for the executive leadership and overall management of the company.
Read MoreJeremy Ranjan Ghose
Board of Directors, TCG CREST
Jeremy Ranjan Ghose Additional Director, Board of Directors, TCG CREST Mr. Jeremy Ranjan Ghose is the Managing Partner and CEO of Investcorp Credit Management (ICM) and is based in the United Kingdom. Mr. Ghose is the Chairman of the Global and European Investment Committees at ICM and a member of...
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Collaborations and Tie-ups
TCG CREST focuses on creating strong networks with reputed knowledge centres of the world – universities, research institutions, technology-driven corporations and academic communities. Collaboration in academic programs, research areas, and other outreach initiatives is critical to achieve the objective of being a truly successful institution in a knowledge-centric global world.
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Academic Programs
News & Events
View AllCQuERE, TCG CREST Hosts Physics Nobel Laureate Sir Roger Penrose
August 13, 2025
Sir Roger Penrose, Physics Nobel Laureate from the University of Oxford, UK, will deliver the 21st talk of the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ) series at TCG CREST.
CQuERE, TCG CREST Hosts Physics Nobel Laureate Anne L’Huillier
August 13, 2025
Prof. Anne L’Huillier, Physics Nobel Laureate from Lund University, Sweden, will deliver the 19th talk of the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ) series at TCG CREST.
FTSI, TCG CREST is Hiring for a JRA- R&D
August 6, 2025
Food Technology & Science Institute (FTSI) of TCG CREST invites applications for a Junior Research Associate in Research and Development
CARE, TCG CREST to Present at Genomics India 2025
July 30, 2025
TCG CREST CARE to present lung cancer research at Genomics India 2025.
Our Director – Finance & Operations (CFO), Suprakash Das, has been honoured as one of India’s Best Corporate Leaders 2025 by TradeFlock — and featured as the cover story in their latest journal!
ICEQSM (September 10–13, 2025) – CQuERE TCG CREST
July 20, 2025
International Conference and Exposium on Quantum Sensing and Metrology (ICEQSM 2025), scheduled from June 11–13, the second thematic conference hosted by CQuERE, TCG CREST, Kolkata, as part of the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology celebrations.
TCG CREST Launches Its New HRMS Platform
July 17, 2025
TCG CREST launches its one-stop digital solution for a more connected employee experience
Recruitment for a Research Associate-II (RA-II) under National Quantum Mission Grant
CARE, TCG CREST Invites Applications for an Open Position as a Research Scientist Specializing in Cancer Biology
TCG CREST Hosts the Leadership Communication Lab
July 9, 2025
TCG CREST in Collaboration with BlewMinds Hosted the Leadership Communication Lab with Motivational Speaker and Storyteller, Sandeep Kochhar
