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GENDER/ HEALTH/ EDUCATION - October 2019

Oct 2019

Oct 26, 2024

JNU Professor Mazhar Asif New Vice-Chancellor of Jamia Millia Islamia

President Droupadi Murmu appointed Prof Mazhar Asif as Jamia Millia Islamia's Vice-Chancellor, as per an official notification by the Ministry of Education.
The move came nearly a year after JMI's former V-C Najma Akhtar completed her tenure and vacated the seat. Akhtar's tenure ended on November 12, 2023.
Mazhar is a professor at the Centre of Persian and Central Asian Studies at JNU's School of Language, Literature and Culture Studies. Some of his administrative-level responsibilities include being a member of the drafting committee for the National Education Policy and of the National Monitoring Committee for Education, MHRD.

Oct 25, 2024

IIT Guwahati Leadership Summit 2024

The Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati's Centre for Career Development (CCD) successfully hosted the 'Leadership Summit 2024,' a two-day corporate-academia event centred around the theme 'Grooming Young Talents.' The summit brought together nearly 50 delegates from leading companies, including Google, NetApp, BNY Mellon, Micron, Kanoria Foundation, Dalmia Cement, Groww, NRL, and Reliance-BP, among others.

Oct 24, 2024

IIT Dhanbad Showcased at BRICS 2024 for Academic Excellence and Innovation

The Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines) Dhanbad gained global recognition as it participated in the prestigious BRICS 2024 Summit. The institution, known for its excellence in science and technology education, was showcased at the international platform, reflecting India's growing contribution to global education and innovation. Professor Sukumar Mishra attended the BRICS Summit 2024.
This milestone came under the leadership of Professor Sukumar Mishra, whose vision and dedication have played a pivotal role in positioning IIT (ISM) Dhanbad on the global academic map.
The BRICS Summit, which brings together Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, provided a unique opportunity for the institute to highlight its achievements and contributions in areas like sustainable technology, innovation, and research.

WHO Declares Egypt Malaria-Free

Egypt reached a significant public health milestone by being officially declared 'malaria-free' by the World Health Organisation (WHO). This achievement makes Egypt the second country in the world to receive this certification in 2024, following Cabo Verde.
Egypt is the third country in the WHO Eastern Mediterranean Region to receive malaria-free certification, joining the United Arab Emirates (2007) and Morocco (2010).
This milestone was achieved after 14 years in the region, marking a significant victory against a disease that has plagued Egypt since ancient times.

IIT-Madras to Host Academia-industry Supported AR, VR and Mixed Reality Summit

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras's eXperiential Technology Innovation Centre (XTIC) will host academia-industry supported 'eXtended Reality' (XR) summit. The event will be held on November 16 and 17 at the campus. The summit is also open for researchers who are working in segments like augmented reality virtual reality and mixed reality.
The IIT Madras summit is crucial to evaluate the current landscape of experiential technologies and address the existing skill gaps to ensure sustainable growth and innovation, claimed the press release.
This summit will also feature collaboration with 'AWE' (Augmented World Expo), a premier global VR/AR event since 2010 that has been a community of professionals, innovators, and creators in XR. This year, XTIC will host an exclusive 'AWE Evening' during the summit, laying the groundwork for a full-fledged AWE event in India by 2026.

Oct 23, 2024

IISc Bangalore to Establish Shriram Group RT Chair in Computational Mechanics

The Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, in collaboration with the Shriram group, will establish the Shriram Group RT Chair in Computational Mechanics at the Institute. The Chair will be awarded to distinguished faculty conducting frontier research in computational mechanics and is aimed at supporting cutting-edge research in computational mechanics, encompassing various fields within mechanical, electrical, electronic, and computational sciences.
The appointed Chair at the Institute, a distinguished faculty member at the associate or full professor level, will focus on research that applies computational methods to address real-world challenges.

IIT Delhi Introduces MS in Healthcare Technology for Professionals

The Centre for Biomedical Engineering (CBME) at the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi introduced a specialised Master of Science (Research) programme in 'Healthcare Technology,' designed to narrow the gap between the fields of medicine and engineering. The programme, set to begin in January 2025, is tailored for professionals in the medical and clinical fields. Eligible candidates can submit their applications on the official website.

IIT Guwahati Innovates Cost-effective Photodetector in Healthcare

Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati researchers created an innovative, cost-effective photodetector using advanced materials and techniques. Their breakthrough technology, based on formamidinium perovskite and plasmonic nanoparticles, exhibits enhanced light detection capabilities, with significant potential applications across healthcare, environmental monitoring, and solar energy industries.
A photodetector is a crucial device that detects light and converts it into electrical signals, playing an essential role in various technologies such as cameras, medical imaging devices, environmental sensors, and communication systems.

Oct 22, 2024

India Doubles Grant to Enhance Education in Sri Lanka's Plantation Sector

India increased its grant for upgrading schools in Sri Lanka's plantation areas, raising its total commitment to Rs. 600 million (INR 172.25 million). This initiative is aimed at improving educational infrastructure in the Indian-origin Tamil community, with the focus on nine schools across Central, Uva, Sabaragamuwa, and Southern Provinces. The move strengthens India-Sri Lanka bilateral ties in education, continuing the legacy of development cooperation initiated in previous years.
The grant increase came after diplomatic letters were exchanged between Indian High Commissioner Santosh Jha and Sri Lanka's Education Secretary J.M. Thilaka Jayasundara. The project will enhance facilities at nine plantation schools, supporting thousands of students in marginalised communities.

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