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GENDER/ HEALTH/ EDUCATION - July 2020

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Apr 19, 2024

IIT Madras Launches India's First Mobile Medical Devices Calibration Facility

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras launched the first mobile medical device calibration facility in India. This innovative project has been developed as part of the 'Anaivarukkum IITM' (IITM for All) initiative. It was inaugurated by Prof. V. Kamakoti, the Director of IIT Madras.
This initiative boosts the United National Sustainable Development Goal 3, which calls for Health and well-being for all. The launch event was held on the campus with key figures such as Prof. R. Sarathi, Dean (Planning), Prof. M. Anbarasu, Head of CEC, and Prof. S. Ramakrishnan in attendance, alongside faculty and students.
This mobile facility is designed to deliver consistent quality healthcare across India, regardless of geographical constraints. It will facilitate the testing and maintenance of medical devices used in various hospitals, including those in remote villages, right at their doorsteps. The infrastructure available in this mobile unit includes state-of-the-art equipment to test the safety of medical devices and their functionalities as per international standards.

Indian Girls Shine at 13th European Girls' Mathematical Olympiad 2024

The 13^th edition of the prestigious European Girls' Mathematical Olympiad (EGMO) took place in the picturesque city of Tskaltubo, Georgia, from April 11 to 17, 2024. Amidst fierce competition, the Indian contingent emerged victorious, showcasing their remarkable mathematical prowess and securing a coveted haul of medals.
The 4-member Indian team clinched a total of four medals, including two silver and two bronze, in the 13^th EGMO 2024. The illustrious medal winners are: Gunjan Agarwal (Gurgaon, Haryana) -Silver Medal; Sanjana Philo Chacko (Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala) - Silver Medal; Larissa (Hisar, Haryana) - Bronze Medal; and Saee Vitthal Patil (Pune, Maharashtra) - Bronze Medal.
The Indian team's success can be attributed to the unwavering guidance and support provided by the esteemed mentors, Sahil Mhaskar (Head), Ms. Aditi Muthkhode (Deputy Head), and Ms. Ananya Ranade (Supervisor) from the Chennai Mathematical Institute. Their mentorship has been instrumental in shaping the team's exceptional performance.

IIT-Kanpur, BHU, Guwahati, Dhanbad, Jodhpur, Goa Get New Directors

The Union Ministry of Education appointed new directors to six IITs across the country. Manindra Agrawal, Sukumar Mishra, Avinash Agarwal, Dr. Devendra Jalihal, Dhirendra S. Katti and Amit Patra will take up the position of directors at IIT-Kanpur, Dhanbad, Jodhpur, Guwahati, Goa and IIT-BHU, respectively.
Agrawal, the new IIT-Kanpur Director, has been a professor at department of computer science and engineering at the same institute since 1996.
Mishra, who was appointed as director, IIT-Dhanbad, was a professor in the department of electrical engineering at IIT-Delhi.
Avinash Agarwal, who was appointed to IIT-Jodhpur, one of the new generation IITs, was serving as a professor at the department of mechanical engineering in IIT-Kanpur.
Jalihal, new IIT-Guwahati director, was serving as a professor at IIT-Madras in the department of electrical engineering. As per his profile, his research interests include signal processing and wireless communication. He has been at IIT-Madras since 2006.
Katti was a professor at IIT-Kanpur's biological sciences and bioengineering department; he will now serve as Director at IIT-Goa.
Patra, who was serving as the Deputy Director at IIT Kharagpur was appointed as Director at IIT BHU.

Anil Kumar Tripathi New Director of IISER Mohali

Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER), Mohali appointed Prof. Anil Kumar Tripathi as the Director for a tenure of five years. He has over 40 years of research and teaching experience.
He has been teaching in BHU since 1990 and has also served as a professor at the DDU Gorakhpur University from 2002-2004. Prof. Tripathi was also the Director of the Institute of Science, BHU, from February 2019 to January 2024.
Prof. Tripathi has a number of publications in leading national and international research journals, to his credit. His areas of expertise are bacterial genetics, functional genomics, systems biology and synthetic biology.

Apr 18, 2024

International Master's Course on Water Security and Global Change by IIT Madras

IIT Madras launched a new joint Master's Programme (JMP) on 'Water Security and Global Change' in partnership with two German universities – RWTH Aachen (RWTH), and TU Dresden (TUD) and in association with AIT, Bangkok, and UNU-FLORES.
Indian as well as international students with specified engineering backgrounds are eligible to apply for this master's programme.

Punjab Agricultural University Re-starts Fashion Design Course

Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), under the Department of Apparel and Textile Science, restarted the honors course on fashion design in the new academic session. Interested candidates who have passed their intermediate (class 12) in any stream are eligible to take admission to this course through their board exam results.
The scope of students after completing their degrees is quite varied and includes positions such as designers, merchandiser, production supervisors, quality analysts, fashion forecasters, supply chain managers, etc.

Apr 17, 2024

Nigeria Becomes First Country to Roll out New Meningitis Vaccine, WHO Says

Nigeria became the first country in the world to roll out the revolutionary new Men5CV vaccine against meningitis, the World Health Organization (WHO) said.
Nigeria is one of the hotspots of the deadly disease in Africa. Last year (2023), a 50% rise in annual cases was reported across 26 African countries regarded as meningitis hyperendemic countries, according to the WHO.
The new vaccine is reported to protect against the five major strains of the disease that are prevalent in Nigeria, unlike the initial vaccine that works against only one strain.

ISB Reviews its Curriculum for a more Customised PG Programme

The Indian School of Business (ISB) launched a comprehensive curriculum review for its Post Graduate Programme in Management (PGP) in response to the ever-changing business landscape.
According to ISB, the new curriculum has a three-pronged focus, which includes a move towards a more customised and flexible programme structure, given the diverse needs of the students, who come from backgrounds varying from engineering to the armed forces to art or sports.
With it, learnability is the second pillar, as the school will now use more activity-based methods that build the ability to constantly learn. The third key point is a built-in system of renewal in the curriculum so as to respond to future needs proactively.

Apr 16, 2024

IIT Kanpur Secures 2nd Spot Nationally in Data Science, and AI QS Rankings

In the latest 2024 QS World University Rankings by Subject, the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur) demonstrated remarkable progress across various academic domains, solidifying its position as a premier institution in Indian higher education.
A notable achievement is IIT Kanpur's debut in the Data Science and Artificial Intelligence category, secured an impressive global rank of 36th and the 2nd position within India. This highlights the institute's commitment to advancing AI-driven initiatives, evidenced by strategic partnerships with entities like Samsung R and D Institute, Noida, aimed at fostering joint research projects and industry-aligned skill development.
Additionally, IIT Kanpur maintained its stature in Engineering and Technology, securing the 5th position nationally and achieving a global QS rank of 93. Notable improvements have been observed in Mathematics, where the institute climbed to the 2nd position in India with a global rank of 106. Furthermore, advancements in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Civil Engineering reflect the institute's continuous pursuit of excellence across diverse fields.

Apr 15, 2024

Sachidananda Mohanty Appointed as Member, University Grants Commission (UGC)

Sachidananda Mohanty was appointed as a Member of the University Grants Commission (UGC) for a period of three years with immediate effect. The appointment was made by the Ministry of Higher Education, Government of India, as per a gazette notification.
He is a former Professor and Head of the Department of English, University of Hyderabad.
He has also served as the Vice-Chancellor of the Central University of Odisha.
Mohanty has over three decades of experience in the field of education and culture.
He has received numerous national and international awards and distinctions, including from organizations like Katha, British Council, Fulbright (twice), Charles Wallace, and Salzburg.
He has published extensively in areas such as British, American, gender, translation, and post-colonial studies. His books have been published by notable publishers like Oxford, Sage, Routledge, and Orient Longman.
Mohanty has served as a member of India's Education Commission to UNESCO and as a Governing Board member of the Auroville Foundation.

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