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IISER Tirupati Hosts Landmark Indian Academy of Sciences Meeting
A big science conference happened in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh.
Scientists from all over India came to talk about important topics like making new medicines and protecting the environment.
The school that hosted the event, IISER Tirupati, also had fun activities for kids to get them excited about science.
The school leaders are happy to have hosted and want to work with others to help science grow in India.
IISER Tirupati successfully hosted the 91st annual meeting of the Indian Academy of Sciences from November 14-16.
This event marked the first major national science gathering in the newly formed state of Andhra Pradesh.
Scientists discussed topics including vaccine development, sustainability, space science, AI, climate change, and ecology.
Special programs were organized for local school students to inspire them and foster interest in science.
IISER Tirupati expressed commitment to collaborating with government, research, and industry to advance science and support India's development.
- Who
- IISER Tirupati, Indian Academy of Sciences, scientists, scholars, local school students
- What
- Hosted the 91st annual meeting of the Indian Academy of Sciences, featuring discussions on various scientific topics and special programs for students.
- Where
- Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh
- When
- November 14-16
- Why
- To foster scientific discussion, promote research, inspire young students, and highlight the region's growing importance in science and education.
Proponents of the Event
Potential Critics
Scientific Discourse
Proponents of the Event
Fosters collaboration and innovation among Indian scientists.
Potential Critics
May not address pressing local issues or community concerns.
Key facts
- Host Institution
- IISER Tirupati
- Event
- 91st Annual Meeting of the Indian Academy of Sciences
- Dates
- November 14-16
- Location
- Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh
- First Major National Science Event in New Andhra Pradesh
- Yes
Quotes
Inderpreet Singh Kohli
Registrar of IISER Tirupati
“I would like to thank the Indian Academy of Sciences for choosing IISER Tirupati to host this prestigious event.”
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“I would also like to express our gratitude to the Andhra Pradesh government, local authorities, the Ministry of Education, and Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams for their support.”
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Prof Santhanu Bhattacharya
Director of IISER Tirupati
“IISER Tirupati is ready to collaborate with government, research, and industry groups to help advance science and society.”
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“We are committed to supporting future partnerships and working towards India’s vision of growth and development through science.”
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