Commission on Science and Technology for Sustainable Development in the South (COMSATS)

CIF-Colombia

International Centre for Physics (CIF), Colombia

Introduction:

CIF was established in 1985 with the support of Abdus Salam, International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP). CIF is a pioneer in fields related to Science and Technology legislation, creation of research entities, promotion of science, relationship-building between academia and industry, and the creation of high-tech industries.

Focus Areas:

CIF offers basic and applied research and advisory services to the production sector in areas such as: Electrophysiology; Molecular and Biochemical Biology; Plant Biotechnology; Industrial Biotechnology; Optical Measurement and Control Methods; Environmental Control; Industrial Instrumentation; Industrial Automation; Data Transmission and Processing; Optimization of Industrial Processes; and Security Systems.

Laboratories:

CIF has laboratories and research groups in the following areas: Biophysics and Membranes Biology; Biophysics and Signal Transduction; Cell Neurophysiology; Environmental Biotechnology; Applied Physics and Technological Development; Nuclear Physics; Optics; Materials Science; and Classical Foundations of Physics.

Expertise:

CIF has a patent in Improved Leshmaniasis Treatment. Moreover, the Centre has developed the equipment for On-line Monitoring of Temperature and Current of High Voltage Transmission Lines; and Smart Grid for On- line Monitoring of Domestic Power Consumption. CIF also provides the following services: Precision Laser and Water Cutting Services for Industry; Production of Equipment for Electrical Industry; and Installation and Maintenance of Measuring Equipment.

Looking for:

CIF is looking for research collaborations in the fields of chip designing and 3D printing, as well as applications of nanotechnology in agriculture, particularly encapsulation of fertilizers and insecticides.

 

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