Author: External Communications

IITGN Faculty Wins Innovative Young Biotechnologist Award

IITGN Faculty Wins Innovative Young Biotechnologist Award

Feb 15, 2021 |

STORY CREDITS Writer/Editor: Shivangi Vasudev Bhatt Photo: Media and Communication, IIT Gandhinagar The research grant and fellowship provided by this award will enable Prof Shekhar to pursue ultrasound-based approaches for treating breast cancer. Prof Himanshu Shekhar of IITGN has been awarded the Har Govind Khorana-Innovative Young Biotechnologist Award 2020 by the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India. This award includes a research grant and a three-year fellowship, which will enable Prof Shekhar to pursue ultrasound-based approaches for treating breast cancer. These awards are conferred to outstanding young scientists with innovative ideas and motivation to...

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Prof Sudhir Jain elected as an International Member of the US National Academy of Engineering

Prof Sudhir Jain elected as an International Member of the US National Academy of Engineering

Feb 10, 2021 |

STORY CREDITS Writer/Editor: Shivangi Vasudev Bhatt Photo: Media and Communication, IIT Gandhinagar Election to the National Academy of Engineering is among the highest professional distinctions accorded to an engineer for their outstanding contributions to engineering research, practice, or education. Prof Sudhir K Jain, Director of the Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGN), has been elected as an International Member of the US National Academy of Engineering (US NAE), a premier independent body of the most eminent engineers, business leaders, and academicians from across the globe. Presently, there are only 16 other international members from India on US NAE, including...

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‘Project Isaac Showcase’ by IITGN students – A testament that art and talent have no boundaries

‘Project Isaac Showcase’ by IITGN students – A testament that art and talent have no boundaries

Jan 30, 2021 |

STORY CREDITS Writer/Editor: Shivangi Vasudev Bhatt Photo: Media and Communication, IIT Gandhinagar The final event of the contest announced during the lockdown showcased some of the best creative works of students, such as vibrant and engaging sketches, paintings, short stories, poetry, and audio-visuals. IITGN organised ‘Project Isaac Showcase’ on January 29, 2021, an exciting and fun-filled event to celebrate and reward the talent and creativity of students, that exhibited the best and most creative works generated by students during the COVID-19 induced lockdown in India. ‘Project Isaac Showcase’ recognised students’ resilience and creative expression during the difficult times with live musical...

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IIT Gandhinagar: from the viewpoint of a new faculty member

IIT Gandhinagar: from the viewpoint of a new faculty member

Jan 30, 2021 |

STORY CREDITS Writer/Editor: Prof. Ashutosh Srivastava Photo: Media and Communication, IIT Gandhinagar "New beginnings are always a little chaotic, bumpy and full of anxiety. We are supposed to make mistakes, fall and then get up with a better perspective towards the job. An institution’s role in this transition is to provide that much-needed support and encouragement, and I am glad to say that IITGN has exactly given me that." - Prof Ashutosh Srivastava Ever seen a toddler trying to take her first steps? While exploring the new surroundings, she falls, gets up, gets hurt, again gets up and finally starts walking. Through...

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IITGN celebrated R-Day by felicitating its essential services staff

IITGN celebrated R-Day by felicitating its essential services staff

Jan 26, 2021 |

STORY CREDITS Writer/Editor: Shivangi Vasudev Bhatt Photo: Media and Communication, IIT Gandhinagar "It is the duty or Dharma of educational institutions to not only teach subjects to the students but also to make them thinkers and leaders of tomorrow." - Prof Sudhir K Jain In a gesture to express a sense of gratitude and respect, IITGN celebrated the Republic Day 2021 by felicitating many of its essential services staff who have shown exemplary dedication to the Institute community throughout the COVID-19 induced lockdown period and beyond. The Institute presented Campus Development Awards and Excellence Awards to various non-teaching staff, including medical...

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