Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS)Research Centre for Mathematical,
Physical and Astronomical Sciences
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Kochi Campus invites you to explore the scientific, philosophical, and artistic heritage of ancient India through rigorous academic research and digital preservation.
Bridging Ancient Wisdom with Modern Science
India’s intellectual legacy in Mathematics, Physics, and Astronomy is a significant chapter in global scientific history. The IKS Centre for Mathematical, Physical and Astronomical Studies was established to connect ancient Indian knowledge with modern research, ensuring its continued relevance.
Founded in March 2025 at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Kochi Campus, the Centre focuses on the Kerala School of Mathematics and Astronomy (14th–16th centuries), led by Sangamagrama Madhava. This tradition made early contributions to calculus, trigonometry, and astronomy.
The Centre promotes research on ancient texts, including manuscript translation, preservation, and traditional computational methods, aiming to integrate classical insights with contemporary science.
Expert Faculty
Led by distinguished scholars
Vision
To become a centre of excellence dedicated to reviving and advancing the scientific heritage of the Kerala School of Mathematics and Astronomy, while extending it’s analytical spirit to the broader realms of physical sciences. The Centre envisions fostering a harmonious integration of ancient wisdom and modern scientific exploration, nurturing innovative, value-based research that contributes to sustainable scientific and societal advancement.
Mission
To explore, preserve, and promote the profound scientific insights of India’s intellectual heritage- particularly the legacy of the Kerala School of Mathematics and Astronomy- while broadening it’s analytical spirit to encompass the physical sciences through rigorous research, documentation, and academic collaboration. The Centre aspires to become and internationally recognized centre of excellence that bridges traditional analytical wisdom with contemporary scientific inquiry. Through interdisciplinary studies, value-based education, and authentic scholarship, it seeks to foster innovation, critical inquiry, and cultural appreciation, contributing to the advancement of science and the creation of a sustainable and enlightened society.
Objectives of
the Centre
Digital Archive of Kerala School of Mathematics and Astronomy.
Reawakening of Ancient Knowledge Treasures.
A search database and catalogue of interactive manuscripts.
Research publications in the ancient Kerala School of Mathematics, Physical Science, and Astronomy.
Curriculum materials for the integration of IKS in the educational environment.
Conception of international agreements and memorandums.
Capacity building workshops, International Conferences, & Symposia.
Preserving Rare Manuscripts
Access high-resolution digital scans of rare palm-leaf and paper manuscripts collected from across Kerala.
Rigveda Samhita
Palm Leaf
Charaka Samhita
Paper Transcript
Suryasiddhanta
Palm Leaf
Meet the Team
Reach out to our project investigators and research assistants for inquiries regarding the digital archive.
