On 16th January 2017, India became an Associate Member of CERN. This follows official notification to CERN that the Government of India has completed its internal approval procedures in respect of the agreement, signed in November 2016, granting that status to the country.
CERN announcement: https://home.cern/news/news/cern/india-becomes-associate-member-state-cern
Member States have special duties and privileges. They make a contribution to the capital and operating costs of CERN’s programmes, and are represented in the Council, responsible for all important decisions about the Organization and its activities.
Thematic forums bring together experts from CERN and Member States to exchange information and develop coherent strategies. Associate Member States may also participate. Existing forums are:
- Industrial liaison officer (ILO) forum provides advice on doing business with CERN and supports firms in their local regions.
- Knowledge transfer (KT) forum transfers CERN’s knowledge to science, technology and industry.
- Scientific computing forum explores requirements and solutions for data-intense computing applications of publicly funded research.
- Teacher and student forum focuses on pre-university educational activities.
There are also recognised networks with their own governance:
- European Particle Physics Communication Network (EPPCN) is a network of communication specialists.
- International Particle Physics Outreach Group (IPPOG) is a worldwide network for scientific education and outreach.
The Industrial Liaison Officer from India: Mr. Suman Sarkar, BARC.
He will be interacting on behalf of India as per the ToR given in the OM.
Email: ssarkar@barc.gov.in
Contact No: +91 22 25591958