The University of Trans-Disciplinary
Health Sciences and Technology (TDU)
Research and education in integrative health sciences and technology that bridges traditional wisdom with cutting-edge science, and fosters a unique ecosystem.
At TDU, we are proud to be recognised as one of the best research university in Bengaluru, excelling in transdisciplinary research. Our core strength lies in integrating Ayurveda with modern Biology into a new area of research known as Ayurveda Biology. Other areas of trans-disciplinary research include Clinical Medicine, Medicinal Plants Systematics, Plant Genomics, Data Sciences, Local Health Traditions, Theoretical Foundations of Ayurveda, Traditional Knowledge Informatics, and Manuscriptology.
What is Transdisciplinary Research?
Trans-disciplinary research represents a powerful approach that breaks down traditional academic boundaries by weaving together knowledge, methods, and perspectives from multiple disciplines. It creates a unified framework in which experts from diverse backgrounds, both STEM and other disciplines, can collaborate to address complex challenges facing our world today.
Enhanced Innovation
Creative thinking and cutting-edge methodologies , merging Shasthra & Science transforming traditional approaches in to contemporary relevant,accessible and sustainable solutions.
Societal Impact
Engaging with grassroot communities to organisations and governments, we are driving impactful change creating affordable, accessible and scalable solutions rooted in Indian medical heritage for unmet social needs.
Transdisciplinary research is at the core of TDU
Transdisciplinary research is increasingly recognized as essential for addressing 21st-century challenges that are too complex for any single discipline or sector to solve alone. At TDU, Transdisciplinary research creates new frameworks and solutions by fully merging knowledge, theories, and methodologies from multiple disciplines. This approach involves stakeholders outside of academia including the community, policymakers, and industry experts, to co-produce knowledge and ensure that research outcomes are relevant and sustainable.
Our Mission
Inspire minds of students and faculty to design, participate and execute innovative Trans-disciplinary socially impactful research, education and outreach programs in Integrative Health Sciences and other fields of knowledge.
Our Vision
Social transformation through innovation inspired by Ayurveda, Natural and Social Sciences and Technology.
We’re a University in a larger ecosystem
A Unique Ecosystem, the first-of-its-kind in India, TDU is a private research university working closely with its constituent unit, the Institute of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine (IAIM), a charitable research hospital, and with its parent NGO, the Foundation for Revitalisation of Local Health Traditions (FRLHT).
We have the best-in-class programs
More than a University
TDU is more than a university it is a first-of-its-kind research and outreach hub, making impactful contributions to society, in healthcare, conservation, and sustainability, offering access to various databases using innovative technology integration, and unique outreach programs.
Join TDU to shape the future of knowledge and innovation across diverse disciplines.
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