The CSIR-National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology (NIIST) is a constituent laboratory of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) located in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. Established with the mission to carry out research and development in various interdisciplinary areas of science and technology, CSIR-NIIST focuses on sustainable technologies in chemicals, materials, environment, and biotechnology. The institute collaborates with various national and international organizations and industries, providing consultancy and technology transfer services.