Registered Pvt Ltd • Est. 2019 • Gurgaon, India

Research Intelligence &
IP Strategy
for Institutions That Innovate

End-to-end research intelligence — patent landscapes, grant strategy, and R&I automation — delivered by a team that combines engineering domain expertise, IP law training, and data engineering capability.

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Our Track Record
7+Years Active
98.7%Client Satisfaction
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Patent Landscape & Technology Intelligence
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Grant Strategy & Funding Intelligence
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R&I Dashboard & Automation
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Industrial & Energy Primary Research
2019
Year Established
3+
Office Locations
37+
Institutions Served
100%
Client Satisfaction

Four Integrated Services.
One Research Intelligence Partner.

From on-ground industrial surveys to live patent dashboards — we sit at the intersection of primary research, patent law, data analytics, and research operations.

UniversitiesCorporatesPSUs

Patent Landscape & Technology Intelligence

Systematic mapping of who owns what, where innovation gaps exist, and where your institution should focus R&D next. Data-driven, domain-expert led.

Explore Service → 7–28 days
R&I OfficesFaculty PIsStartups

Grant Strategy & Research Funding Intelligence

Maximize funding success across SERB, DST, ANRF, BIRAC, and industry schemes — from proposal strengthening to post-award compliance. Full cycle, one partner.

Explore Service → Retainer or Project
DashboardsAutomationAnalytics

R&I Dashboard & Research Automation

Replace spreadsheet chaos with live, intelligent research management. Custom patent trackers, grant dashboards, and compliance automation — purpose-built for institutions.

Explore Service → 3–6 weeks setup
Oil & GasIndustrialEnergy

Industrial & Energy Primary Research

On-ground stakeholder surveys, fuel-switching feasibility studies, and sector intelligence for energy and industrial segments — our original and most field-tested practice area.

Explore Service → 2–6 weeks

Why WDV — Not a
Generic Research Firm

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Technical Domain Experts

BE Mechanical + MBA Oil & Gas background. We understand the technology, not just the terminology.

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IP + Legal Understanding

Our team includes professionals with IP law training and Patent Agent examination background. Our analysis is technically sound and legally aware.

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University-Grade Methodology

Research methodology refined through hands-on experience in university research environments and energy sector engagements.

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Proven Corporate Track Record

Delivered projects for CRISIL Advisory and Shell Energy (SEMTIPL). We know what corporate clients need.

Fast Turnaround

Patent searches in 2–3 days. Landscape reports in 5–7 days. No long waiting queues or delayed deliveries.

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Direct Access — No Account Managers

You talk directly to the expert doing your research. No middlemen, no lost context, no generic output.

From Brief to Deliverable
in Days, Not Weeks

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Scope Discussion

WhatsApp or email — tell us your technology domain and research question

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Proposal & Quote

We send a clear scope, timeline, and fixed price within 24 hours

3

Research & Analysis

Domain-expert led search using global patent databases and technical sources

4

Report Delivery

Structured PDF report with executive summary, findings, and recommendations

Have a Patent or Technology
Question Right Now?

WhatsApp us directly — most scoping conversations take under 15 minutes

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Research Intelligence &
IP Services

Four integrated practice areas — primary field research, patent intelligence, grant strategy, and research automation — delivered by a team combining engineering domain expertise, IP law training, and data engineering capability.

Patent Landscape & Technology Intelligence

Systematic, data-driven mapping of the global patent landscape for a defined technology domain — revealing who owns what, where innovation gaps exist, and where your institution or enterprise should focus R&D investment.

7 Deliverables Included

What We Deliver

  • Technology landscape map with sub-domain breakdown
  • White space analysis — unoccupied innovation territory identified
  • Key assignee profiling and citation network analysis
  • Filing timeline analysis — 5 to 10 year technology evolution
  • Freedom-to-Operate (FTO) risk assessment and flagging
  • Competitor innovation and strategy tracking
  • Strategic recommendation brief — PDF report + Excel data

Best For

University TTOs Deep-Tech Startups Corporate R&D DRDO / ISRO / PSUs Law Firms

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Start with a discovery conversation

Every engagement begins with a 30-minute scoping call where we understand your technology domain and objectives — at no charge.

⏱  Delivery: 7–28 Business Days

Grant Strategy & Research Funding Intelligence

End-to-end support to maximize research funding success — from identifying the right schemes across SERB, DST, ANRF, BIRAC, DBT, and industry partners, to strengthening proposals and managing post-award compliance.

6 Core Deliverables

What We Deliver

  • Grant opportunity mapping — 50+ schemes analyzed and ranked by eligibility
  • Personalized grant calendar with deadlines and document checklists
  • Proposal review, restructuring, and research narrative strengthening
  • Budget justification — SERB / DST / BIRAC compliant formatting
  • Post-award compliance tracking — UC generation, progress reports
  • Monthly intelligence brief — new schemes and policy updates

Best For

University R&I Offices Faculty PIs Deep-Tech Startups Corporate R&D

Engagement Models

One-Time Grant Audit Proposal Review & Rewrite Monthly Retainer

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Never miss a deadline or a funding opportunity

We map all relevant schemes for your institution, review current proposals, and set up a compliance tracking system — starting with a single engagement.

⏱  Project: 5–15 days | Retainer: Ongoing

R&I Dashboard & Research Automation Systems

Custom-built research management infrastructure that replaces fragmented spreadsheets and manual workflows with live, intelligent dashboards and automated reporting — purpose-built for research institutions.

6 System Modules

What We Build

  • Patent portfolio tracker — status, deadlines, and inventor records
  • Grant lifecycle dashboard — budgets, expenses, and timelines
  • Faculty publication and citation analytics (Scopus / Google Scholar)
  • Compliance automation — UC generation and progress report templates
  • Intramural grant portal with proposal-review workflow
  • Custom KPI scorecard — 15+ metrics, per-campus breakdown

Best For

University R&I Offices Technology Transfer Offices NAAC-Preparing Institutes Corporate R&D

Technology Stack

Google Apps Script Chart.js Dashboards Gemini API Google Sheets

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Your research infrastructure, rebuilt for the modern era

We assess your current R&I workflows and deliver a working prototype module in your first engagement — real output before full commitment.

⏱  Setup: 3–6 Weeks + Monthly Support

Industrial & Energy Primary Research

Our original and most field-tested practice area — on-ground stakeholder interviews, industrial surveys, fuel-switching feasibility studies, and structured market intelligence for Oil & Gas, Renewable Energy, and Industrial sectors. This is where WDV began, and where our domain depth runs deepest.

7 Research Deliverables

What We Deliver

  • Primary stakeholder interviews across industrial clusters and energy segments
  • Structured survey design, field coordination, and data collection
  • Fuel-switching feasibility and barrier assessment (CNG/PNG/LNG/Hydrogen)
  • Market sizing and CAGR forecasting with scenario analysis (Bull/Base/Bear)
  • Regulatory and policy intelligence — PNGRB, CERC, MoPNG, state-level
  • Competitive benchmarking and sector-specific data triangulation
  • Executive report with quantified findings and strategic recommendations

Best For

Oil & Gas Companies Energy Consultancies FMCG / Industrial Cos. Government Bodies Investment Firms

Proven Client Track Record

CRISIL Advisory — Natural Gas Market Intel Shell Energy (SEMTIPL) — Fuel Switch Feasibility

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Field-validated research from people who know the sector

We bring engineering domain knowledge, regulatory familiarity, and structured research methodology to every primary study — delivering intelligence that internal teams and external advisors both rely on.

⏱  Delivery: 2–6 Weeks depending on scope

Pilot Engagement Pricing

Every client relationship begins with a clearly scoped, fixed-price pilot — so you see real value before committing to a full mandate.

Pilot Engagement Scope Starting From
Patent Landscape Report 1 technology domain, 5-year data, white space analysis ₹15,000
Grant Opportunity Mapping 50+ schemes analyzed, personalized grant calendar ₹20,000
R&I Dashboard Prototype 1 module (patent tracker or grant dashboard), live deployment ₹25,000
Primary Research Scoping Study Stakeholder mapping, survey design, and 10 pilot interviews ₹18,000

Not Sure Where to
Begin?

Tell us your research portfolio, current pain points, and objectives — we will recommend the right starting point, at no charge

💬 WhatsApp — Free Scoping

Real Projects.
Real Outcomes.

A selection of research and intelligence engagements we have delivered for corporate clients in the energy sector.

Research & Innovation / GCIR
1,200+ PIs · 700+ Active Projects
Pilani · Goa · Hyderabad · Dubai
IP Systems · Grant Automation · R&I Analytics

Comprehensive R&I Infrastructure — BITS Pilani

BITS Pilani engaged WDV Energy Research to design, build, and deploy a full research management and IP intelligence infrastructure across four campuses — addressing three distinct operational gaps within the institution's research ecosystem.

Systems Deployed

  • Inventee IP Management System — unified patent lifecycle tracker with Gemini API
  • Post-Award Grant Management System with role-based authentication
  • Intramural Grants Portal with AI-powered reviewer matching
  • R&I Analytics Dashboard — 15+ real-time Chart.js visualizations

Outcomes Delivered

  • Single platform for 1,200+ PIs across 4 campuses
  • UC generation and budget tracking fully automated
  • Gemini API reviewer matching eliminates manual assignment bias
  • Weeks of manual aggregation replaced by live dashboards

Ongoing Engagement: WDV continues as the R&I technology partner for BITS Pilani, iterating on dashboards, adding new modules, and extending the platform to support NAAC documentation requirements and faculty IP productivity reporting.

CRISIL Advisory
2020–2021
Oil & Gas / Energy Transition
₹7,50,000+

Natural Gas Market Intelligence & Energy Transition Survey

CRISIL Advisory engaged WDV Energy Research to conduct primary market intelligence on natural gas adoption patterns and fuel switching behavior across industrial and commercial segments in India.

Research Scope

  • Primary stakeholder interviews across industrial clusters
  • Survey design and field coordination
  • Data collection from gas distributors and end-users
  • Competitive benchmarking of fuel alternatives
  • Market sizing for CNG/PNG transition segments

Methodology

  • Structured and semi-structured interviews
  • Quantitative survey (primary data collection)
  • Cross-validation with secondary sources
  • Sector-specific data triangulation
  • Executive-level debrief and presentation

Outcome: Delivered comprehensive market intelligence report that fed into CRISIL's strategic advisory work for a major energy client. Research was delivered on time and cited as "thorough and domain-accurate" by the project lead.

Shell Energy (SEMTIPL)
2020–2021
Industrial Fuel Switching
₹6,50,000+

Fuel Switch Feasibility Study — Industrial Segment Survey

Shell Energy India (SEMTIPL) commissioned WDV Energy Research to map ground-level industrial readiness for fuel switching from conventional fuels to natural gas alternatives across multiple states.

Research Scope

  • Industrial plant surveys across target geographies
  • Current fuel consumption pattern analysis
  • Switching cost and barrier assessment
  • Regulatory compliance awareness mapping
  • Segment-wise feasibility scoring

Deliverables

  • Segment-wise feasibility matrix
  • Barrier analysis with mitigation recommendations
  • Priority geography and industry ranking
  • Executive summary with actionable insights
  • Data tables for internal modelling

Outcome: Research directly informed Shell Energy's go-to-market strategy for industrial gas supply in target segments. WDV's domain knowledge of both energy economics and industrial operations was cited as a key differentiator over general research agencies.

ℹ️ Note: Additional project details available on request under NDA. Client names are disclosed with prior permission for reference purposes only.

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Domain Experts in
IP & Technology Research

Founded in 2019, WDV Energy Research was built on a simple belief — that IP research for technical fields needs real engineers and domain specialists, not generic analysts.

Built from the Ground Up
in the Energy Sector

WDV Energy Research & Marketing Pvt. Ltd. was incorporated in 2019 with a clear mandate: to bridge the gap between institutional research capability and its commercial, strategic, and legal realization. Operating across Gurgaon, Hyderabad, and Madhepura, we serve universities, public sector enterprises, deep-tech startups, and corporate R&D departments across India.

Our practice sits at the convergence of three disciplines rarely found in a single firm — patent intelligence, research operations management, and AI-powered data automation. Early projects with CRISIL Advisory and Shell Energy (SEMTIPL) built the foundation. Our flagship engagement with BITS Pilani — spanning IP management systems, grant lifecycle dashboards, and AI-powered research analytics across four campuses — demonstrates what end-to-end research infrastructure looks like at institutional scale.

We do not stop at strategy decks. Every engagement concludes with a working artifact: a landscape report, a live dashboard, an automated grant portal, or a vetted proposal. We build, not just advise.

You work directly with the expert doing your research — not an account manager who has never read a patent claim.

Team Credentials

BE & MTech — Mechanical & Chemical Engineering Core technical foundation across energy and industrial domains
MBA — Oil & Gas | Energy Management Specialized business knowledge across upstream and downstream energy sectors
LLB — IP Law & Commercial Law Formal legal training with intellectual property and technology law focus
Patent Agent Examination — Indian Patent Office Formal IP qualification under the Patents Act, 1970
University R&D & Technology Transfer Active experience managing IP portfolios and research commercialization at institutional level
Diploma — Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) Specialized IPR certification covering patents, trademarks, and trade secrets
Research Automation & Patent Analytics Tools Custom patent search platforms, Looker Studio dashboards, AI-assisted prior art tools

A Team Built for IP Research.

Engineers, IP law professionals, and domain specialists — working together to deliver research that is technically sound, legally aware, and commercially relevant.

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Vivek Kumar

Founder & IP Research Lead

BE Mechanical Engineering | MBA — Oil & Gas, UPES Dehradun | LLB — IP Law | Patent Agent Exam, Indian Patent Office. Leads all patent search and technology landscape engagements. Institutional IP management experience at a Tier-1 research university.

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Anshika Singh

Director — Business & Operations

MBA — Business Management. Oversees client relationships, project delivery, and strategic business development. Ensures every engagement is scoped correctly and delivered on schedule.

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Rajiv Mehta

Senior IP Analyst — Chemical & Materials

BE Chemical Engineering | Diploma — Intellectual Property Rights (IPR). Specializes in prior art search and freedom-to-operate analysis for chemical processes, materials science, and industrial manufacturing.

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Priya Sharma

IP Law Consultant

LLB — IP & Commercial Law | Diploma in Patent Practice. Provides legal review of patent claims, trademark filings, and IP agreements. Specializes in technology transfer and licensing documentation.

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Arjun Tiwari

Technology Intelligence Analyst

MTech — Thermal & Energy Engineering. Specializes in technology landscape reports, competitive IP mapping, and white space analysis for renewable energy and oil & gas sectors.

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Neha Kapoor

Energy Market & IP Research Analyst

MBA — Energy Management | BE Petroleum Engineering. Focuses on upstream oil & gas patent landscapes, market intelligence, and technology benchmarking reports for energy sector clients.

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Sanjay Rathore

Patent Search Specialist

BE Mechanical Engineering | Patent Agent Examination — Indian Patent Office. Expert in structured patent searches across USPTO, EPO, and Indian Patent Office databases. Handles prior art, novelty, and patentability assessments.

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Deepa Verma

Research Automation & Data Lead

MTech Computer Science | Certified in Advanced Data Analytics. Builds and maintains custom patent analytics tools, keyword search automation, and interactive research dashboards for client deliverables.

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Kiran Pandey

Senior Research Advisor

PhD — Energy Systems | 18+ years industry experience in oil & gas R&D. Advisory role. Provides domain validation and technical oversight for high-stakes technology landscape and patent analysis projects.

Ensuring no research institution, however constrained by budget or bandwidth, leaves its innovation potential unrealized

We exist at the intersection of patent intelligence, research operations, and data engineering. World-class IP and research analytics should not be confined to large corporations or institutions with dedicated teams. We make it accessible — and actionable — for universities, growth-stage enterprises, and innovators across India.

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Address Badshahpur Rd, Sector 49, Gurugram, Haryana 122101
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Phone +91-6379-319489
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Working Hours Monday–Saturday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM IST

Operations Office

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Response Promise

Every enquiry gets a personal response — not a template. We'll confirm receipt within 4 hours and send a detailed scoping response within 24 business hours.

Learn IP Research
from Real Domain Experts

WDV Energy Research offers hands-on internships for students and fresh graduates in IP research, patent analysis, and technology intelligence — with direct mentorship from working professionals with energy sector and IP research backgrounds.

2–6Month Duration
3Roles Available
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Internship Roles — Batch 2025

All internships are remote, project-based, and come with a completion certificate and LinkedIn recommendation.

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IP Research Intern

Patent search, prior art analysis, and technology landscape mapping for real client projects

🗓 2–3 Months 💻 Remote Open

You Will Learn

  • Global patent database search (USPTO, EPO, WIPO, IP India)
  • Prior art identification and novelty analysis
  • Technology classification systems (IPC/CPC codes)
  • Structured report writing for IP findings
  • AppScript tools for patent data extraction
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Technology Intelligence Intern

Market and competitive intelligence on energy and mechanical technology sectors for landscape reports

🗓 3–4 Months 💻 Remote Open

You Will Learn

  • Technology landscape mapping and competitor tracking
  • Patent filing trend analysis by geography and sector
  • Google Looker Studio dashboard creation
  • Energy and industrial sector intelligence methodology
  • Data visualization and executive summary writing
↻ Rolling Basis

Business Development Intern

Client outreach, lead generation, and market positioning for WDV's IP research services

🗓 2–6 Months 💻 Remote Rolling

You Will Learn

  • B2B outreach to startups, MSMEs, and R&D departments
  • LinkedIn and email-based lead generation
  • IP services market positioning and messaging
  • Proposal writing and client communication
  • CRM and pipeline tracking basics
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Research & Consulting Intern

End-to-end involvement in live client projects — primary field research, market intelligence reports, and strategic consulting deliverables

🗓 3–6 Months 💻 Remote Open

You Will Learn

  • Primary research methodology — survey design, stakeholder interviews, data triangulation
  • Sector intelligence reports for Oil & Gas, Renewable Energy, and Industrial segments
  • Client deliverable structuring — executive summaries, market sizing, and feasibility reports
  • Secondary research and data sourcing from PPAC, MNRE, NITI Aayog, and MoPNG
  • Consulting communication — client briefs, internal reviews, and presentation decks
  • Basic patent and technology landscape research support

📈 Outcome-Linked Stipend: Base ₹3,000/month + performance bonus up to ₹5,000 on successful delivery of a client-quality research report. Interns who contribute to a live billable engagement receive a project credit and enhanced recommendation letter.

🎯 Scope: This role is ideal for MBA students, Economics / Business graduates, or any domain background with strong research and writing skills. No prior IP or energy knowledge required — curiosity and rigor matter most.

More Than Just a Certificate

We believe internships should teach real skills. Every intern works on live projects — not dummy exercises.

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Completion Certificate

Officially issued on company letterhead. Recognized for LOR and portfolio use.

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LinkedIn Recommendation

Personal recommendation from the Director mentioning specific skills demonstrated.

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Live Project Exposure

Work on actual client deliverables — patent searches, landscape reports, and audits.

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Expert Mentorship

Direct mentorship from professionals with energy sector, IP research, and university research management experience.

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Tool Training

Hands-on training with patent databases (Espacenet, Google Patents, IP India) and AppScript tools.

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Dashboard Skills

Learn Google Looker Studio for research data visualization — a rare and marketable skill.

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Portfolio Building

Anonymized work samples you can showcase to future employers and law firms.

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PPO Possibility

Exceptional interns may be considered for part-time project-based paid collaboration.

Simple, Fast, Transparent

No complex tests. No endless rounds. We assess your curiosity, communication, and domain interest.

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Apply Online

Fill the form below with your details and preferred role

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Resume Review

We review within 3 business days and shortlist candidates

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Brief Task

A short 1-hour task to assess research and communication skills

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Video Call

15-minute informal chat with the team to discuss fit and expectations

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Offer Letter

Selected candidates receive offer letter within 24 hours of final call

Eligibility & Ideal Profile

✅ You Are Eligible If...

  • Pursuing or completed BE/BTech in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or related engineering
  • Pursuing or completed LLB with interest in IP / Patent Law
  • Pursuing MBA with interest in Technology Management or IP Strategy
  • Final year students or fresh graduates (2023–2025 passout)
  • Have basic computer skills and internet research ability
  • Available for minimum 20 hours per week (remote, flexible hours)

⭐ You Stand Out If...

  • You have done any prior patent search, legal research, or secondary research work
  • You have energy, oil & gas, or mechanical engineering academic background
  • You know basic Google Sheets, Excel, or any data tool
  • You have used patent databases (even Google Patents counts)
  • You write clearly and can summarize technical content simply
  • You are genuinely curious about technology and IP law — not just looking for any internship

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Research Tools &
Live Web Applications

Custom-built dashboards, trackers, and automation tools developed by WDV Energy Research — accessible directly from your browser. No installation required.

🔒  Institutional tools are access-controlled. Public tools are open for all visitors.

Tools Built for
Research Institutions

Every tool below is deployed on Google Apps Script infrastructure and purpose-built for a real research or IP management use case.

IP Intelligence

IP Audit & Assessment Tool

Submit your innovation details and receive an instant preliminary IP audit assessment — patentability indicators, risk flags, and recommended next steps.

IP Audit Patentability MSME / Startup
Patent Intelligence

Patent Keyword Search Tool

Search global patent databases by keyword, IPC class, or inventor name. Get structured results with relevance scores and filing timeline charts.

Prior Art USPTO / EPO / IP India IPC Codes
Grant Intelligence

Grant Opportunity Mapper

Enter your institution type, research domain, and PI profile — get a ranked list of eligible funding schemes across SERB, DST, ANRF, BIRAC, and industry programs.

SERB / DST / ANRF BIRAC 50+ Schemes
Institutional · BITS Pilani

R&I Analytics Dashboard

Live research KPI dashboard deployed for BITS Pilani — 15+ interactive charts covering publications, patents, grants, and faculty IP productivity across 4 campuses.

Chart.js Google Sheets Access Controlled
Institutional · BITS Pilani

Inventee IP Management System

Patent lifecycle tracker with inventor records, deadline alerts, IDF workflows, and Gemini AI-powered analytics — deployed across BITS Pilani's four campuses.

Patent Tracker Gemini API Access Controlled
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Your Next Tool Here

New tools are added as they are deployed for clients or internal use. Check back regularly — or reach out if you need a custom research automation tool.

In Development

Need a Custom Research Tool?

WDV builds bespoke dashboards, grant portals, patent trackers, and automation systems for research institutions. Every tool starts with understanding your workflow — not a template.