Advise on the formulation of R&D programmes and future directions of activities of the laboratory keeping in view the Five Year Plans, national priorities and opportunity areas.
Suggest networking with other CSIR National Laboratories on programmes of mutual interest.
Review R&D activities and research programmes and advise on future dirctions.
Advise on fostering linkages between the Laboratory, industry and potential clients.
Any other function as may be assigned by Director General/Governing Body.
FUNCTIONS OF MANAGEMENT COUNCIL
Administer and manage the affairs and environs of the laboratory
Write off irrecoverable monetary losses and Stores within the limits prescribed by CSIR
Recommend the resource allocation for R&D activities/facilities of Lab./Instt.
Monitor the progress of R&D and other activities of the Lab./Instt.
Recommend devolution of powers to the Project Leaders for the proper implementation of the projects/activities.
Approve contract R&D, consultancy projects and licensing of IPR beyond the powers of Director.
Consider the annual report of the National Laboratory.
Constitute selection committees and assessment committees for all Technical staff.
Any other matter, as my be referred by the Director.