IIT Delhi Launches ‘Jigyasa’ to Bring Science Closer to the Masses; Check Details Here
IIT Delhi launches 'Jigyasa', aimed at making scientific research more accessible to the public. Know details here
IIT Delhi Launches ‘Jigyasa’
IIT Delhi Jigyasa: The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi has launched a new outreach initiative, ‘Jigyasa’, designed to make scientific research more accessible to the public. Led by the Institute’s Academic Outreach Office, the initiative aims to bridge the gap between cutting-edge laboratory work and everyday understanding by showcasing the contributions of institutions like IIT Delhi. The inaugural event under ‘Jigyasa’ was held at J.C. Bose University of Science and Technology, YMCA, Faridabad, as part of the National Technology Day celebrations.
Jigyasa by IIT Delhi
As part of the ‘Jigyasa’ initiative, IIT Delhi researchers, including faculty and students, will present their work at various science and technology institutions and beyond. The initiative seeks to simplify complex scientific concepts in an informal setting, keep the public informed about recent breakthroughs, and inspire the next generation by fostering curiosity and understanding of the scientific process.
The day celebrated innovation and recent advancements in science and technology, beginning with inspiring lectures by Prof. Sushil Kumar Tomar, Vice Chancellor of J.C. Bose University of Science and Technology, YMCA, and Chief Guest Prof. Maithili Sharan from the Centre for Atmospheric Sciences at IIT Delhi. Their talks highlighted the history of India’s nuclear programme and underscored the significance of developing indigenous technologies.
Students, research scholars, and scientists from IIT Delhi and J.C. Bose University of Science and Technology, YMCA, showcased their work through interactive poster presentations and demonstrations, sparking engaging discussions with visitors. In the post-lunch session, Prof. Chetan Arora from IIT Delhi’s Department of Computer Science and Engineering provided an insightful overview of the Institute’s ongoing research in the field of artificial intelligence.
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