Bose Institute was set up in 1917 by Sir JC Bose, the founder of modern science in the Indian subcontinent. It is Asia's first modern research centre devoted to interdisciplinary research and bears a century old tradition of research excellence.

Bose Institute has conducted path breaking research in biological, chemical, physical and interdisciplinary sciences for over a century. On its centenary, the Institute celebrates its eventful past and vibrant present through research meetings and other programmes.