The Sophisticated Analytical Instrument Facility (SAIF), formerly known as Regional Sophisticated Instrumentation Centre (RSIC) at North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU), Shillong was established on 7thJuly, 1984 by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, New Delhi. Initially analytical services of SAIF Shillong offered were based on equipment pooled in by NEHU and subsequently a wide range of new sophisticated analytical instruments funded by DST were added based on the scientists' requisition to pursue R & D activities. Currently, the Centre provides a comprehensive suite of analytical instrumentation services, which includes TEM, SEM, Microscope with image analyzer, FT-NMR, ICP-OES, GF-AAS and LC-MS.
Since inception, SAIF has been catering the analytical services needed by the researchers/scientists. SAIF is routinely offering short-term workshops/ training programs for young researchers on the use and applications of existing analytical techniques and supporting project work of students of Master program of various science disciplines. The centre is also participating in the Refresher courses organized by UGC - Human Resource Development Centre, NEHU, Shillong by delivering specialized lectures and demonstration of analytical instruments. The Centre is committed to the development of future technical workforce and encourages R & D activities within the objectives of SAIF. Presently, the SAIF is headed by a Professor and supported by two highly experienced Scientific Officers and backed up by a committed team of ten young vibrant Technical Staff(s), including three Secretarial staffs providing a supportive and resourceful working environment for researchers.