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The University of Trans-Disciplinary
Health Sciences and Technology (TDU)
The University
of Trans-Disciplinary
Health Sciences and Technology (TDU)
Research and education in integrative health sciences and technology that bridges traditional wisdom with cutting-edge science, and fosters a unique ecosystem.
At TDU, we are proud to be recognised as one of the best research university in Bengaluru, excelling in transdisciplinary research. Our core strength lies in integrating Ayurveda with modern Biology into a new area of research known as Ayurveda Biology. Other areas of trans-disciplinary research include Clinical Medicine, Medicinal Plants Systematics, Plant Genomics, Data Sciences, Local Health Traditions, Theoretical Foundations of Ayurveda, Traditional Knowledge Informatics, and Manuscriptology.
About TDU
About TDU
What is Trans-Disciplinary Research?
What is Trans-Disciplinary Research?
Trans-disciplinary research represents a powerful approach that breaks down traditional academic boundaries by weaving together knowledge, methods, and perspectives from multiple disciplines. It creates a unified framework in which experts from diverse backgrounds, both STEM and other disciplines, can collaborate to address complex challenges facing our world today.
Trans-disciplinary research represents a powerful approach that breaks down traditional academic boundaries by weaving together knowledge, methods, and perspectives from multiple disciplines. It creates a unified framework in which experts from diverse backgrounds, both STEM and other disciplines, can collaborate to address complex challenges facing our world today.
Trans-disciplinary research represents a powerful approach that breaks down traditional academic boundaries by weaving together knowledge, methods, and perspectives from multiple disciplines. It creates a unified framework in which experts from diverse backgrounds, both STEM and other disciplines, can collaborate to address complex challenges facing our world today.
Enhanced Innovation
Creative thinking and cutting-edge methodologies , merging Shasthra & Science transforming traditional approaches in to contemporary relevant,accessible and sustainable solutions.
Societal Impact
Engaging with grassroot communities to organisations and governments, we are driving impactful change creating affordable, accessible and scalable solutions rooted in Indian medical heritage for unmet social needs.










Research at TDU
Research at TDU
Trans-Disciplinary research is at the core of TDU
Trans-Disciplinary research is at the core of TDU
Trans-Disciplinary research is at the core of TDU
Transdisciplinary research is increasingly recognized as essential for addressing 21st-century challenges that are too complex for any single discipline or sector to solve alone. At TDU, Transdisciplinary research creates new frameworks and solutions by fully merging knowledge, theories, and methodologies from multiple disciplines. This approach involves stakeholders outside of academia including the community, policymakers, and industry experts, to co-produce knowledge and ensure that research outcomes are relevant and sustainable.
Transdisciplinary research is increasingly recognized as essential for addressing 21st-century challenges that are too complex for any single discipline or sector to solve alone. At TDU, Transdisciplinary research creates new frameworks and solutions by fully merging knowledge, theories, and methodologies from multiple disciplines. This approach involves stakeholders outside of academia including the community, policymakers, and industry experts, to co-produce knowledge and ensure that research outcomes are relevant and sustainable.
Transdisciplinary research is increasingly recognized as essential for addressing 21st-century challenges that are too complex for any single discipline or sector to solve alone. At TDU, Transdisciplinary research creates new frameworks and solutions by fully merging knowledge, theories, and methodologies from multiple disciplines. This approach involves stakeholders outside of academia including the community, policymakers, and industry experts, to co-produce knowledge and ensure that research outcomes are relevant and sustainable.
Our Mission
Our Mission
Inspire minds of students and faculty to design, participate and execute innovative Trans-disciplinary socially impactful research, education and outreach programs in Integrative Health Sciences and other fields of knowledge.
Inspire minds of students and faculty to design, participate and execute innovative Trans-disciplinary socially impactful research, education and outreach programs in Integrative Health Sciences and other fields of knowledge.
Inspire minds of students and faculty to design, participate and execute innovative Trans-disciplinary socially impactful research, education and outreach programs in Integrative Health Sciences and other fields of knowledge.
Our Vision
Our Vision
Social transformation through innovation inspired by Ayurveda, Natural and Social Sciences and Technology.
Social transformation through innovation inspired by Ayurveda, Natural and Social Sciences and Technology.
Social transformation through innovation inspired by Ayurveda, Natural and Social Sciences and Technology.




TDU News


Independence Day Celebration at TDU
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Explore TDUs repository of research and expertise


Call to Join MEDHYA Study
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Explore TDUs repository of research and expertise


World Siddha Forum
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Explore TDUs repository of research and expertise

Independence Day Celebration at TDU
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Call to Join MEDHYA Study
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World Siddha Forum
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Nourishing the Future: Rethinking Food Systems for Health, Livelihoods and the Planet
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Independence Day Celebration at TDU
Explore TDUs repository of research and expertise

Call to Join MEDHYA Study
Explore TDUs repository of research and expertise

World Siddha Forum
Explore TDUs repository of research and expertise

Nourishing the Future: Rethinking Food Systems for Health, Livelihoods and the Planet
Explore TDUs repository of research and expertise
TDU Events


Wild Edible Experience - Forage and Feast
Join us at TDU for a transformative experience where nature’s pantry becomes your playground!
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Online Workshop on Primer Designing Techniques
Primer designing is a foundational skill in molecular biology, essential for applications such as PCR, sequencing, mutagenesis, and molecular diagnostics
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Wild Edible Experience - Forage and Feast
Join us at TDU for a transformative experience where nature’s pantry becomes your playground!
Read more

Wild Edible Experience - Forage and Feast
Join us at TDU for a transformative experience where nature’s pantry becomes your playground!
Read more

Online Workshop on Primer Designing Techniques
Primer designing is a foundational skill in molecular biology, essential for applications such as PCR, sequencing, mutagenesis, and molecular diagnostics
Read more

Wild Edible Experience - Forage and Feast
Join us at TDU for a transformative experience where nature’s pantry becomes your playground!
Read more

Wild Edible Experience - Forage and Feast
Join us at TDU for a transformative experience where nature’s pantry becomes your playground!
Read more

Wild Edible Experience - Forage and Feast
Join us at TDU for a transformative experience where nature’s pantry becomes your playground!
Read more

Online Workshop on Primer Designing Techniques
Primer designing is a foundational skill in molecular biology, essential for applications such as PCR, sequencing, mutagenesis, and molecular diagnostics
Read more

Wild Edible Experience - Forage and Feast
Join us at TDU for a transformative experience where nature’s pantry becomes your playground!
Read more

Wild Edible Experience - Forage and Feast
Join us at TDU for a transformative experience where nature’s pantry becomes your playground!
Read more




About TDU
We’re a University in a larger ecosystem
We’re a University in a larger ecosystem
We’re a University in a larger ecosystem
A Unique Ecosystem, the first-of-its-kind in India, TDU is a private research university working closely with its constituent unit, the Institute of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine (IAIM), a charitable research hospital, and with its parent NGO, the Foundation for Revitalisation of Local Health Traditions (FRLHT).
A Unique Ecosystem, the first-of-its-kind in India, TDU is a private research university working closely with its constituent unit, the Institute of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine (IAIM), a charitable research hospital, and with its parent NGO, the Foundation for Revitalisation of Local Health Traditions (FRLHT).
TDU Blogs


Ayurveda Day 2025: Ayurveda for People & Planet
Ayurveda Day 2025 celebrates the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda while emphasizing its relevance in today’s world. The theme this year, “Ayurveda for People & Planet,” reflects the deep connection between human health and environmental sustainability.
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A Day of exploring Ayurveda with Young Minds
Last week, our campus bustled with the energy of curious young minds as we welcomed a vibrant group of high school students from Sadhu Vaswani International School, for a one-of-a-kind orientation program in Ayurveda.
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The Healing Roots
A series of sharing inspiring stories of Traditional Community Healthcare Providers who have engaged with TDU.
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Ayurveda Day 2025: Ayurveda for People & Planet
Ayurveda Day 2025 celebrates the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda while emphasizing its relevance in today’s world. The theme this year, “Ayurveda for People & Planet,” reflects the deep connection between human health and environmental sustainability.
Read more

A Day of exploring Ayurveda with Young Minds
Last week, our campus bustled with the energy of curious young minds as we welcomed a vibrant group of high school students from Sadhu Vaswani International School, for a one-of-a-kind orientation program in Ayurveda.
Read more

The Healing Roots
A series of sharing inspiring stories of Traditional Community Healthcare Providers who have engaged with TDU.
Read more

“We have done our best…”: Remembering Dr Kasturirangan, architect of NEP
We have received permission from Governance Now to publish it as a blog on our website
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Ayurveda Day 2025: Ayurveda for People & Planet
Ayurveda Day 2025 celebrates the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda while emphasizing its relevance in today’s world. The theme this year, “Ayurveda for People & Planet,” reflects the deep connection between human health and environmental sustainability.
Read more

A Day of exploring Ayurveda with Young Minds
Last week, our campus bustled with the energy of curious young minds as we welcomed a vibrant group of high school students from Sadhu Vaswani International School, for a one-of-a-kind orientation program in Ayurveda.
Read more

The Healing Roots
A series of sharing inspiring stories of Traditional Community Healthcare Providers who have engaged with TDU.
Read more

“We have done our best…”: Remembering Dr Kasturirangan, architect of NEP
We have received permission from Governance Now to publish it as a blog on our website
Read more
EDUCATION
We have the best-in-class programs
We have the
best-in-class programs




Undergraduate Programs
The undergraduate programs integrate traditional wisdom and modern practices, and offer students a comprehensive education that blends theoretical knowledge with practical experience.
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Postgraduate Programs
The postrgraduate programs are designed to advance knowledge and expertise at the intersection of traditional and modern health sciences.
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Learning for Life Programs
Through workshops, seminars, and experiential learning opportunities, students are enabled with essential life skills and knowledge that extend beyond traditional academic learning.
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As 'The University of Trans-Disciplinary Health Sciences and Technology (TDU)', Bengaluru, completes 10 years of operations, we remember our transformative journey, and continue to be inspired by it.




RESEARCH & OUTREACH
More than a University
More than a University
As 'The University of Trans-Disciplinary TDU is more than a university. It is a first-of-its-kind research and outreach hub, making impactful contributions to society, in healthcare, conservation, and sustainability, offering access to various databases using innovative technology integration, and unique outreach programs. Sciences and Technology (TDU)', Bengaluru, completes 10 years of operations, we remember our transformative journey, and continue to be inspired by it.
As 'The University of Trans-Disciplinary TDU is more than a university. It is a first-of-its-kind research and outreach hub, making impactful contributions to society, in healthcare, conservation, and sustainability, offering access to various databases using innovative technology integration, and unique outreach programs. Sciences and Technology (TDU)', Bengaluru, completes 10 years of operations, we remember our transformative journey, and continue to be inspired by it.
Testimonials


Mr Ratan Tata
“I think those of us who have an open mind realize that if there could be a fusion of Ayurveda and Western Medicine, we could improve treatments and early detection of some disease”


Sri M
“A unique place doing something to bring about a change in making us reflect and respect our medical heritage. Wonderful effort!”


Mr Azim Premji
"A first rate healthcare facility for healing based on India’s great medical heritage.”


Mr Soumitra Bhattacharya
"The facility was one of its kind in India and my visit was very insightful. The detailed study being done and the meticulous way in which the data is stored and used is very impressive"


Mrs Kiran Mazumdar Shaw
“There is an urgent need for the convergence of traditional and modern medicine to augment health especially in a country like India where we have a wealth of traditional knowledge that needs to be leveraged and synergised with modern medicine. I-AIM Healthcare Centre Bengaluru is certainly a front runner in this emerging space of holistic healthcare.”


Mr S Ramadorai
" A unique university of the future building upon INDIA’s GREAT KNOWLEDGE HERITAGE”



