Chidambaran G. Iyer

Chidambaran G. Iyer is an Associate Professor at the Centre for Development Studies (CDS), specializing in Innovation and Technology as well as Industry and Trade. With 18 years of post-PhD experience and 14 years in academia, his research bridges technological development with economic policy frameworks.

• Doctor of Philosophy (2007), Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research, Mumbai
• B.Tech in Chemical Engineering (1994-1998), Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Technological University

His teaching portfolio includes courses on Applied Microeconomics, Economics of Technology and Innovation, and Econometric Methods. Key research themes focus on:

• Technology diffusion in emerging economies
• Indian pharmaceutical sector innovation
• Biomedical product commercialization
• Startup failure dynamics
• Metro-rail economic impacts

Recent publications analyze India's mobile manufacturing policies, digital payment systems, and technology transfer mechanisms. Collaborative work with Sunil Mani explores innovation ecosystems across industries.

Current projects examine:

• Process innovation in pharmaceuticals
• Genetic technology impacts on silk production
• Laboratory-to-firm technology transfer
• Urban transportation economics