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“The next set of technology giants will be born out of India” – Dr Pawan Munjal at the 10th Convocation of IITGN

“The next set of technology giants will be born out of India” – Dr Pawan Munjal at the 10th Convocation of IITGN

Aug 29, 2021 |

STORY CREDITS Writer/Editor: Shivangi Vasudev Bhatt Photo: Media and Communication, IIT Gandhinagar Total 548 students conferred with degrees at the 10th Convocation ceremony of the Institute. Total 52 students received 58 medals; 42 gold medals and 16 silver medals for outstanding academic performances and other proficiencies. IITGN hosted the landmark 10th Convocation of the Institute today by conferring degrees to a total of 548 students through a heartwarming virtual ceremony. The Institute made sure that the pandemic scenario does not dampen the spirit of this momentous occasion of its students’ lives and turned the online event into a celebration...

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IITGN joins the nation to celebrate the 75th independence day

IITGN joins the nation to celebrate the 75th independence day

Aug 15, 2021 |

STORY CREDITS Writer/Editor: Shivangi Vasudev Bhatt Photo: Media and Communication, IIT Gandhinagar The Institute and its student community hosted a number of interesting events themed around 75 years of India’s Independence, including a stamp designing competition, a spoken word competition, freedom day quiz, shirshasana challenge, FIT India freedom run 2.0, and a cultural programme. Keeping the patriotic fervour high and following the preventive measures for Covid-19, IITGN community celebrated Independence Day 2021 in hybrid mode, with minimal physical gathering offline but great enthusiasm through online participation. The Institute and its student community hosted a number of interesting events themed...

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IITGN faculty selected as an Associate of the Indian Academy of Sciences

IITGN faculty selected as an Associate of the Indian Academy of Sciences

Jul 22, 2021 |

STORY CREDITS Writer/Editor: Shivangi Vasudev Bhatt Photo: Media and Communication, IIT Gandhinagar Prof Neeldhara Misra is one of the eleven Associates selected from all over the country in 2021 by this prestigious institution founded by Sir C V Raman. In yet another proud moment for IITGN, Prof Neeldhara Misra, Assistant Professor of Computer Science and Engineering at the Institute, has been selected as an Associate of the Indian Academy of Sciences (IASc), Bengaluru. The tenure of her Associateship is up to December 2024, during which she will be able to participate in the annual and mid-year meetings and contribute...

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IITGN researchers develop highly effective, environment-friendly and transparent anti-viral surface coating

IITGN researchers develop highly effective, environment-friendly and transparent anti-viral surface coating

Jul 12, 2021 |

STORY CREDITS Writer/Editor: Shivangi Vasudev Bhatt Photo: Media and Communication, IIT Gandhinagar The anti-viral activity of this coating remains almost unaltered even after multiple washes; thus, it can significantly contribute to public health by preventing viral infection and transmission from frequently touched surfaces. Viral infections and its transmission are major public health hazards causing illnesses such as common cold, flu, measles, and chickenpox, among others. Sometimes these viral infections can also lead to serious, possibly life-threatening complications, such as dehydration, pneumonia, and other secondary infections. With an aim to address the root cause of this health concern, a team...

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IITGN celebrated 7th International Day of Yoga in virtual mode

IITGN celebrated 7th International Day of Yoga in virtual mode

Jun 21, 2021 |

STORY CREDITS Writer/Editor: Shivangi Vasudev Bhatt Photo: Media and Communication, IIT Gandhinagar The entire IITGN community, including students, faculty, staff, their family members and children joined online and practised various yoga asana - pranayama. To increase awareness about the importance of a healthy mind and body and multiple health benefits of yoga, IITGN celebrated the 7th International Day of Yoga (IDY) today in virtual mode. Considering the need for social distancing due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Institute arranged a special guided yoga session online. The entire IITGN community, including students, faculty, staff, their family members and children enthusiastically...

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