Innovation Center
From Seeds
to Ecosystem
Loyola Innovation Centre took roots from the seeds sown by a voluntary and informal body called Loyola Innovation and Field Engagement (LIFE). LIFE was a think-tank of like minded research scholars, students, alumni and well-wishers of LCSS who are passionate about social change through innovation and enterprise.
This platform, constituted serendipitously in 2009, was led by the Social Work Department. LIFE convened meetings of members to assess issues, generate ideas, design plans and instruments for social change.
Journey of Innovation
From a small informal group to a structured innovation ecosystem—our evolution over the years.
Birth of LIFE
Loyola Innovation and Field Engagement (LIFE) was established as a voluntary initiative led by the Social Work Department.
2009
2010
Pencil Foundation
One of the earliest activities of LIFE, focused on social impact initiatives.
Thanal Herbarium
Establishment of herbarium project contributing to biodiversity conservation and research.
2011
2013
LiveLab Launch
The first successful innovative project initiated by LIFE, transforming ideas into action.
International Conclave
LCSS sponsored an International Conclave on Innovation and Social Entrepreneurship group in December.
2015
2015
IEDC Formation
LIFE was reorganised as Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development Cell (IEDC) in partnership with Kerala Start-Up Mission.
2009
Birth of LIFE
Loyola Innovation and Field Engagement (LIFE) was established as a voluntary initiative led by the Social Work Department.
2010
Pencil Foundation
One of the earliest activities of LIFE, focused on social impact initiatives.
2011
Thanal Herbarium
Establishment of herbarium project contributing to biodiversity conservation and research.
2013
LiveLab Launch
The first successful innovative project initiated by LIFE, transforming ideas into action.
2015
International Conclave
LCSS sponsored an International Conclave on Innovation and Social Entrepreneurship group in December.
2015
IEDC Formation
LIFE was reorganised as Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development Cell (IEDC) in partnership with Kerala Start-Up Mission.
Learn More About Our Innovation Journey
Access comprehensive documentation about Loyola IEDC's initiatives, achievements, and impact. Discover how we're fostering innovation and entrepreneurship within our academic community.
Download IEDC DocumentationOfficial IEDC Report
Comprehensive documentation of our Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development Cell activities, partnerships, and outcomes.
PDF Document
IEDC Manual