Research & Publications
Applied, impact-driven scholarship that connects inquiry to livelihood.
Discover the scholarship and applied research emerging from Orchid University. Explore publications, projects and innovation that connect academic inquiry with industry needs, skilling and sustainable livelihoods.
Research at Orchid University is purposeful and applied. In keeping with our SEEL Framework and work-integrated mission, scholarship here is oriented toward solving real problems — in industry, in communities and across the Himalayan region — while advancing the frontiers of knowledge.
This section showcases the research output and intellectual contributions of our faculty, scholars and student-researchers across the ten schools. It brings together peer-reviewed publications, conference papers, applied and sponsored projects, innovation and prototyping work, and collaborative studies undertaken with our 800+ industry partners.
Our research priorities
- Skilling, employability and the future of work
- Sustainable agriculture, applied sciences and Himalayan ecology
- Health, wellness and allied health sciences
- Heritage, archaeology and the cultural traditions of Sikkim and the North-East
- Technology, design and entrepreneurship for inclusive livelihoods
Reflecting our intergenerational ethos, research at Orchid actively involves learners alongside experienced practitioners, ensuring that inquiry translates into capability and impact. As a State Private University recognised under UGC Section 2(f) and an aspirant member of the Association of Indian Universities, Orchid is committed to building a rigorous, ethical and outward-facing research culture. Browse this section to follow our growing body of work and to explore opportunities for collaboration, supervision and partnership.