SCHOLARLAB FOUNDATION
innovative Smart AirCARE system Launching Program
innovative Smart AirCARE system Launching Program
innovative Smart AirCARE system Launching Program
Air pollution has emerged as a critical public health challenge in India’s metropolitan areas. To address this, ScholarLab Foundation, in collaboration with IIT Kharagpur, has launched the innovative Smart AirCARE system through a Technology Transfer (ToT) agreement.
- Taguchi-based sensors for CO, VOC, and NH₃ detection
- Market-grade sensors for O₂, CO₂, HCHO, LPG, PM2.5, PM10, humidity & temperature
- Custom-designed electrical circuitry and real-time cloud dashboard
- Remote connectivity, CPCB-compliant design & scalable deployment
Real-World Deployment
The first live installation of Smart AirCARE is underway at Eastern Railway Station, serving as a demonstration of its capabilities and marking a milestone toward nationwide adoption.
- Pilot project successfully initiated
- Live demonstration of monitoring system
- Roadmap set for commercialization and scale-up
Key Partners & Contributors
This achievement reflects the strength of academia-industry collaboration:
- Prof. Rabibrata Mukherjee – Dean (R&D), IIT Kharagpur
- Prof. Subhasish Basu Majumder – Head, Materials Science Center
- Prof. Tapas Kumar Bandopadhyay & Prof. Bhaskar Bhowmick
- Mr. Anjan Ghosh (Managing Director) & Mr. Rabin Roy (CEO), ScholarLab Foundation
Impact & Future Scope
Smart AirCARE demonstrates how research-driven innovation can improve public health and environmental sustainability. With nationwide deployment, the system will contribute to building smarter cities and healthier communities across India.
- Supports India’s sustainable development goals
- Strengthens urban air monitoring capabilities
- Creates scalable models for public health improvement
