Call for Applications | Obaid Siddiqi Chair in the History and Culture of Science, 2025-26

Archives at NCBS | Obaid Siddiqi Chair 2025-26 | Call for applications
https://archives.ncbs.res.in/os

The Archives at NCBS is delighted to announce a call for the fifth Obaid Siddiqi Chair in the History and Culture of Science, 2025-26!

Dates for Academic Year 2025-26
Deadline: Fri, Jan 10, 2025
Award Confirmation: April 2025
Duration: ~Aug 2025 - Jul 2026 (Start and end dates are flexible; the duration is one year)

Application details: https://archives.ncbs.res.in/os

Information about past and current Siddiqi Chairs:
2021-22: MD Madhusudan, https://news.ncbs.res.in/spotlight/listening-stories-our-people-lands-and-waters
2022-23: GN Devy, https://news.ncbs.res.in/spotlight/bringing-science-history-social-sciences-one-table
2023-24: Gita Chadha, https://news.ncbs.res.in/spotlight/prof-gita-chadha-appointed-obaid-siddiqi-chair
2024-25: Savithri Preetha Nair, https://news.ncbs.res.in/spotlight/dr-savithri-preetha-nair-appointed-fourth-obaid-siddiqi-chair

The Siddiqi Lectures: https://www.ncbs.res.in/events/osl

Overview: The Obaid Siddiqi Chair will be awarded to a distinguished scholar with a substantial body of work that deepens our understanding of the history and culture of science. The applicant will be someone who is known for transcending disciplinary boundaries in their work and engaging with the public. The Chair will work closely with the Archives at NCBS to reimagine the role of the archive in both academic and public spaces. This position is made possible with generous support from TNQ Foundation.

Duration: 12 months, in residence on the NCBS campus in Bangalore.

Eligibility: We invite applications from individuals around the world. There are no restrictions on the applicant's discipline or on completed levels of education. Applicants could see their time at NCBS as a way to develop existing projects further. We look forward to applicants from wide-ranging fields such as history, philosophy, sociology, anthropology, law, literature, journalism, archaeology, art, architecture, education, economics, engineering and the sciences.

Compensation and benefits: The Chair will be paid a monthly senior faculty-level salary commensurate with institute norms. NCBS will also provide campus housing for one year, and support toward some research expenses.

Details: https://archives.ncbs.res.in/os

World AMR Awareness Week Event | JNU-SLS, 25 Nov, 4:30pm

https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-amr-awareness-week/2024

Curtain Raiser for India International Science Festival (IISF 2024) | JNU-SLS, 25 Nov, 3:00pm

India International Science Festival 2024 | 30 Nov - 3 Dec, IIT Guwahati, Assam

India International Science Festival 2024 | 30 Nov - 3 Dec, IIT Guwahati, Assam

Join: https://iisf2024.in/registration

Mission IISF 2024: A Prosperous Bharat in Harmony with Modern Infrastructure and Nature, Giving Opportunities for All Citizens of All Regions to Reach Their Potential through Science and Technology. 

Promoting Creativity in Science, Technology and Innovation for a Prosperous Bharat

TRANSFORMING INDIA INTO A SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY DRIVEN GLOBAL MANUFACTURING HUB

About the IISF: India International Science Festival (IISF) is an initiative of the Ministry of Science and Technology and Ministry of Earth Science of Government of India in association with Vijnana Bharati which is a science movement with Swadeshi spirit led by eminent scientists of the country. The main purpose of IISF is the celebration of science by all. Engagement of common people with science in a joyful and entertaining manner is essential for a healthy, prosperous and meaningful life. Through its creative programs and activities, IISF provides opportunities to people and scientific fraternity in the country and abroad to come together, work together and experience the joy of doing science for the well-being of India and humanity.

Thematic Events

• Chandrayaan
• Sci-Tech Expo
• Science Odyssey
• Make in India, Make for the World
• The New Nalanda
• Pragya Bharat
• Nari Shakti
• S&T Hackathon
• Young Scientists Conclave
• Thought Leaders Round Table
• The Gurukula
• Mission Start-up
• Reimagining Bharat Exhibition
• Sagarika – The Tale of Earth Sciences
• Science Beyond Borders
• Vigyanika
• Nuclear Energy for Self-Reliant India
• Face to Face with New Frontiers in S&T
• NSOIM
• Vision Sansad
• Science Safari
• Media Conclave
• The Taste of the Hills
• Saga of Science Chronicles
• North East Symphony

https://iisf2024.in

People’s Festival of Innovations 2024 | IIC Delhi, 25-29 November

People's Festival of Innovations 2024

Dates: 25-29 November 2024

Venue: India International Centre, Max Muller Marg, New Delhi

The People's Festival of Innovations (PFoI) will bring together innovators, and various stakeholders from the national and global innovation ecosystems to showcase, accelerate, & scale biotech and other inclusive innovations from various sectors such as healthcare, agriculture, natural resource management, environment and clean energy.

Highlights:

• Network with experts, mentors, and investors
• Attend sessions on technical mentoring, policy, and investment
• Hear success stories from innovators
• Explore innovations from across India, including J&K and the North East

Mentors and Curators:
Dr. Renu Swarup: Former Secretary to the Government of India, Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science & Technology
Prof. Anil Gupta: Founder, Honey Bee Network, SRISTI, GIAN & NIF; Visiting Faculty, IIMA, IITB; Academy Professor, AcSIR
Dr. Swati Basu: Former Scientific Secretary, Office of the PSA
Dr. Taslimarif Saiyed: Director and CEO, C-CAMP, Bengaluru

Further Details

Websites: https://www.pfoi-india.in/, https://www.ccamp.res.in/pfoi-2024

Email: pfoi[@]ccamp.res.in | gian[@]gian.org

https://www.pfoi-india.in/visitor-registration 

New Book | Blood Banking in India: Issues and Challenges | by Anil Gupta

New Book 

Blood Banking in India: Issues and Challenges
by Anil Gupta; Delta Book World, New Delhi, 2024, hardback, INR 1500, ISBN: 978-81-973951-3-0.

About the book: Blood Banking in India: Issues and Challenges explores the complexities of infrastructure, regulatory frameworks, and the continuous efforts required to ensure the safety, quality, and accessibility of blood and blood products across the country. This insightful book also delves into the critical role of blood banking in Indian healthcare, addressing its challenges, and advancements. By exploring technological alternatives and safety protocols, this hook offers a comprehensive look at how use of blood banking technology sustains and enhances medical care nationwide. Perfect for healthcare professionals, policymakers, and students alike, it promises to be an invaluable resource in understanding and improving this vital aspect of blood banking in India.
About the Author: Dr. Anil Gupta brings a wealth of expertise with over 30 years of work experience in the area of health policy research at the Centre of Social Medicine and Community Health, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi. Holding a PhD in Science Policy Studies from Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi, Dr. Anil Gupta has made significant contributions to the understanding and advancement of healthcare technology, particularly in the domain of blood banking in India. His career spans research, teaching, and consulting roles, shaping policies and strategies to enhance healthcare delivery. Dr. Gupta's passion for improving public health outcomes is evident throughout this book, making it a useful and enlightening resource for professionals and enthusiasts alike. 

Join COP29 Session on Scaling Solar Thermal Heating and Cooling for Energy Transition | 20 November, 5:15 pm IST

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Dear Green Energy Enthusiast,  

 

We are excited to invite you to join International Solar Alliance (ISA) in collaboration with IT Power Private Limited, India and ITP Thermal Pty Ltd, Australia, at an impactful session during COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan.  

 

Session Details:  

• Date: 20 November 2024  

• Time:  5:15 pm -  6:30 pm IST (3:45 PM – 5:00 PM  Baku Time)
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• Venue: Blue Zone (H7), Solar Hub, ISA Pavilion, COP29, Baku  

• Live Stream will be Available at: https://www.youtube.com/@internationalsolaralliance/streams

 

About the Session:  

This discussion will focus on the role of solar thermal heating and cooling systems in the global energy transition. Gain valuable insights into ISA's evolving vision and goals through Programme 7, which aims to promote solar thermal solutions globally, particularly in Least Developed Countries (LDCs) and Small Island Developing States (SIDS).  

 

Agenda Highlights:  

• Welcome and Opening Remarks – Dr. Ajay Mathur, Director General, ISA  

• Keynote Address – Mr. Karma Tshering, Secretary, Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources, Government of Bhutan (Hon'ble NFP to ISA)

• Context Setting – Dr. Keith Lovegrove, Managing Director, ITP Thermal Pty Ltd, Australia  

• Moderated Panel Discussion:  

• Moderator: Mr. Ramesh Kumar Kuruppath, Chief, PPIC, ISA

• Panellists: 

1. Dr. Indradip Mitra, CEO, IT Power Private Limited, India  

2. Chiel Boonstra, Treasurer, ISES  

3. Dr. Detlev Heinemann, Renewable Energy Expert (Virtual)  

4. Prof. Andreas Häberle, HOD of Renewable Energies (Virtual)  

• Audience Interactions and Closing Remarks – Dr. Keith Lovegrove, Managing Director, ITP Thermal Pty Ltd, Australia  

 

Why Attend?  

• Learn about the potential of solar thermal technologies in the energy transition.  

• Discover innovative approaches to address key challenges and scale adoption.  

• Engage with global experts and thought leaders in the renewable energy sector. 

 

We look forward to your participation in this essential discussion. For those unable to attend in person, the session will be streamed live at https://www.youtube.com/@internationalsolaralliance/streams.  

 

 

Warm regards,  

Dr. Indradip Mitra

CEO, IT Power Private Limited

 

In Banda Aceh, UNESCO calls for increased investment in tsunami preparedness

PRESS RELEASE   In Banda Aceh, UNESCO calls for increased investment in tsunami preparedness   Banda Aceh, Indonesia, 15 November 2024 – UNESCO gathered the world's leading tsunami experts and policymakers in Indonesia to mark twenty years since the deadly 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami. While major progress has been made, the Organization called for increased efforts to achieve 100% of Tsunami Ready coastal communities worldwide by 2030. A dedicated roadmap was presented.   Download the press kit: "Tsunamis: alert, prepare and understand: 20 years of action"   During the four-day UNESCO international conference, experts acknowledged that the world is "significantly better prepared today", thanks to actions implemented under the coordination of UNESCO and its partners in tsunami science, warning systems, and community preparedness.   "Together, we have succeeded in making the world safer and better prepared for tsunamis. We have set up early warning systems and more than thirty countries have already benefited from UNESCO's Tsunami Ready programme to train their populations. But there is still much work to be done. We call on all our Member States to continue their investments to ensure that coastal communities can respond swiftly and effectively when the threat arises," said Audrey Azoulay, Director-General of UNESCO.   The UNESCO Conference concluded with the adoption of the Banda Aceh Statement, a commitment by global experts and policymakers to improve the global tsunami warning and mitigation system for the next decade. This Statement calls on States and civil society to drastically step up their investments and efforts in order to achieve 100% of Tsunami Ready communities across the world by 2030. Participants emphasized that reaching this universal status is a crucial goal, as over 700 million people live in coastal regions vulnerable to tsunami events.   As a testament to this collective commitment, the Conference saw a number of new local communities across the region officially recognized as Tsunami Ready, including 26 in India and 12 in Indonesia. A day was also devoted to real-time drills in two Tsunami Ready coastal villages near Banda Aceh, to test the effectiveness of the training.   The Conference also highlighted the critical role of UNESCO's Indian Ocean Tsunami Warning and Mitigation System (IOTWMS) and the Organization's continued support for countries at high risk. Over the past two decades, UNESCO has worked to expand this system to all regions of the world, developing a vast network of state-of the-art monitoring infrastructure. Today, tens of thousands of seismometers, about 1,200 active sea level stations, submarine cable observatories and deep-ocean tsunami buoys help to detect and measure large tsunamis with sufficient lead time to alert distant coastlines.    Learn more Download the press kit: "Tsunamis: alert, prepare and understand: 20 years of action" UNESCO's Tsunami Ready Programme About UNESCO   With 194 Member States, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization contributes to peace and security by leading multilateral cooperation on education, science, culture, communication and information. Headquartered in Paris, UNESCO has offices in 54 countries and employs over 2300 people. UNESCO oversees more than 2000 World Heritage sites, Biosphere Reserves and Global Geoparks; networks of Creative, Learning, Inclusive and Sustainable Cities; and over 13 000 associated schools, university chairs, training and research institutions. Its Director-General is Audrey Azoulay.   "Since wars begin in the minds of men, it is in the minds of men that the defenses of peace must be constructed" – UNESCO Constitution, 1945.   More information: www.unesco.org   Press contact François Wibaux, f.wibaux@unesco.org, +33 1 45 68 07 46   UNESCO Newsroom All our press releases   Social media

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New Book "China-Africa Science, Technology and Innovation Collaboration", edited by Mammo Muchie, Angathevar Baskaran, Mingfeng Tang

New Book

China-Africa Science, Technology and Innovation Collaboration; Edited by Mammo Muchie, Angathevar Baskaran, Mingfeng Tang; Springer Nature, 2024. ISBN 978-981-97-4576-0 (eBook). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-97-4576-0. 
About this book: This open access book brings together researchers from a variety of disciplines to explore science, technology, and innovation cooperation between China and African countries by using  different  perspectives. The growing economic, technological, and scientific cooperation between Africa and China provides opportunities to jointly develop mechanisms to provide a skill base from discovery to creativity, invention, innovation,  entrepreneurship and implementation for the benefit of both  Africa and China. This book makes a significant contribution to the knowledge, imagination, understanding of the different dimensions of China-Africa STI cooperation and can  reach out to all stakeholders with evidence-based research.

Table of contents (32 chapters)

• Introduction: China–Africa Science, Technology, Innovation Collaboration for Their Win–Win Enduring Shared Future Relations | Mammo Muchie, Angathevar Baskaran, Mingfeng Tang
• China-Africa S&T Relationship: Selected Cases of Learning and Technology Transfer | Swapan Kumar Patra, Mammo Muchie
• Post Scriptum | Mammo Muchie, Angathevar Baskaran, Mingfeng Tang

Vendée Globe: 25 skippers will support UNESCO’s oceanographic research

PRESS RELEASE   Vendée Globe: 25 skippers will support UNESCO's oceanographic research   Les Sables-d'Olonne (France), 8 November 2024 – As the Vendée Globe 2024 kicks off, 25 skippers have volunteered to carry and and deploy scientific instruments provided by UNESCO and its partners during the competition in order to advance oceanographic research and weather forecasting models.   "To better protect the ocean, we also need to know more about it. I commend the commitment of the Vendée Globe, the IMOCA Class and the skippers who, alongside UNESCO, will help to advance oceanographic research by integrating scientific instruments on board the yachts. This is an exemplary initiative illustrating cooperation between the worlds of sport and science", said Audrey Azoulay, Director-General of UNESCO. More than half of the skippers (25 out of a total of 40) who will set off on Sunday in the biggest non-stop, solo race around the world have volunteered to take on board scientific instruments provided by UNESCO and its partners, such as surface buoys, weather stations and thermosalinographs. These sailors will contribute important scientific observations that will enrich our global knowledge of the climate and ocean, and improve operational weather forecasting services, particularly in the most remote areas of the globe, such as the Southern Ocean. The data collected during and after the race, as well as the buoys deployed, will feed into UNESCO's Global Ocean Observing System (GOOS). Monitoring the ocean to better understand climate change The research equipment is provided by renowned institutes that are partners of UNESCO: Ifremer, Météo France, UK MetOffice, CNES, GEOMAR, CLS, TARA Foundation, and ETH Zürich. Coordination will be provided by UNESCO's International Centre of Excellence for the Coordination and Monitoring of Ocean Observing Systems (OceanOPS). In mid-October, the sailors were trained by scientists in the use and deployment of these tools. 10 skippers will be taking on board Argo profiling floats (20kg, 1.70m long) which measure sea temperature and salinity at depths of up to 2,000m, and allow the forecasting of changes in the ocean and their impact on the climate and marine biodiversity. 8 skippers will be deploying drifting surface buoys (20kg) that measure atmospheric pressure, sea surface temperature and currents, making it possible to improve global weather forecasts and monitor climate change more effectively. 5 skippers will be taking on board Calitoo photometers (400g), small portable devices that measures the level of aerosols in the atmosphere and sort them according to size (smoke, pollutant gases, ice crystals, dust). This makes it possible to measure optical depth, i.e. the amount of light absorbed in the environment. 2 skippers will be taking Argos Marget II beacons (1.3kg) on board to reveal and measure marine currents, which are essential for navigation, tracking the movement of marine animals and to better understand the dynamics of certain types of waste in the ocean. In addition to these devices, weather stations (300g) linked to the boat's onboard computer will measure atmospheric pressure in real time to inform weather forecasts.   Finally, the TSG Gaillard (10kg) on board two  of the boats will continuously measure sea surface temperature and salinity. This partnership with the Vendée Globe and the IMOCA Class is part of a wider initiative by UNESCO – the United Nations' science organisation, which is also leading the Decade of Ocean Sciences for Sustainable Development – to mobilise public and private actor as well as civil society to improve our knowledge of the ocean and protect it more effectively. Download the brochure: UNESCO's ocean programmes The 25 skippers who will be taking instruments on board : Fabrice Amedeo (OceanPack + Argo float) Romain Attanasio (TSG Gaillard + Weather buoy) Arnaud Boissières (Weather buoy + Calitoo)  Louis Burton (Calitoo) Antoine Cornic (TSG Gaillard + Weather buoy + Weather station) Manu Cousin (Weather buoy) Clarisse Crémer (Weather buoy) Sam Davies (Calitoo) Louis Duc (Weather buoy) Benjamin Dutreux (Weather Station) Sam Goodchild (Argo float + Calitoo) Pip Hare (Calitoo) Oliver Heer (OceanPack + Argo float) Boris Herrmann (OceanPack + Weather Buoy) Tanguy Le Turquais (Weather Station) Nicolas Lunven (OceanPack) Sébastien Marsset (Weather Station + Argo Float) Paul Meilhat (Planctoscope) Yoann Richomme (Argo Float + ARGOS Marget II) Kojiro Shiraishi (Argo Float) Maxime Sorel (Argo float) Guirec Soudée (Argo float) Denis Van Weynbergh (Weather buoy) Szabi Weores (Argo float + weather station) Jingkun Xu (Argo float)   About UNESCO   With 194 Member States, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization contributes to peace and security by leading multilateral cooperation on education, science, culture, communication and information. Headquartered in Paris, UNESCO has offices in 54 countries and employs over 2300 people. UNESCO oversees more than 2000 World Heritage sites, Biosphere Reserves and Global Geoparks; networks of Creative, Learning, Inclusive and Sustainable Cities; and over 13 000 associated schools, university chairs, training and research institutions. Its Director-General is Audrey Azoulay.   "Since wars begin in the minds of men, it is in the minds of men that the defenses of peace must be constructed" – UNESCO Constitution, 1945.   More information: www.unesco.org   Press contact François Wibaux, f.wibaux@unesco.org, +33 (0)1 45 68 07 46   UNESCO Newsroom All our press releases   Social media

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Fwd: ORF Event "Regenerative Agriculture and Agrobiodiversity for Food Security in Africa and India - Empowering Smallholders through Market Approaches", 11 Nov

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ORF invitation Greetings from Observer Research Foundation! The Observer Research Foundation is delighted to invite you to the panel discussion on Regenerative Agriculture and Agrobiodiversity for Food Security in Africa and India - Empowering Smallholders through Market Approaches. This is an invite only event. NOVEMBER 2024 11 RSVP ABOUT THE EVENT: The lack of agricultural biodiversity in farming systems threatens nutritional security for nearly 3 billion people in India and Africa, or roughly 40 percent of the global population. Around 600 million smallholder farmers (with a bulk in India and Africa), who are working on less than two hectares of land and producing around 35 percent of world's food, are key to maintaining biodiversity and ensuring food and nutrition security for their local as well as national populations. However, facing pressures of the homogenizing effects of globalization, their "economic viability and contribution to diversified landscape" is threatened. It also explains why millions of smallholder households in India and Africa are struggling to stay afloat. Regenerative agriculture, which is based on principles of agrobiodiversity, is an emerging pathway to address the challenge of food and nutrition security as well as support smallholders to improve their farm productivity and income. Its focus on improving soil health and on-farm diversity, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and sequestering carbon dioxide while building climate resilience among smallholders also appreciates their role in climate change mitigation.  The key aim of the discussion is to engage policymakers, researchers and civil society organizations working with smallholders in India and Africa on regenerative agriculture — to secure local food systems, improve biodiversity and ensure access to quality and nutritious food to rural communities. PROGRAMME: 09:30 - 10:00 (IN) - Registration and Reception 10:00 - 10:40 (IN) - Inaugural Session (launch of Policy Brief) Welcome Address Shatadru Chattopadhayay, Managing Director, Solidaridad Asia Inaugural Address Nilanjan Ghosh, Director-Centre for New Economic Diplomacy & Observer Research Foundation-Kolkata Centre Special Address/s Tharangani Wickremasinghe, Additional Secretary, Tea Development & Plantation Policy of the Ministry of Agriculture & Plantation Industries  Anuja Kadian, Chair, the FICCI Task Force on Sustainable Agriculture/ Government and Industry Affairs Director (Asia Pacific) @ Corteva Agriscience  Keynote Address Maninder Kaur Dwivedi, Additional Secretary & MD Small Farmer's Agri-Business Consortium (TBC) Vote of Thanks Prashant Pastore, Asia Head-Water & Agri Programme, Solidaridad Asia 10:40 - 10:45 (IN) Setting the Context/Policy Brief Recommendations Shoba Suri, Senior Fellow, Observer Research Foundation 10:45 - 11:00 (IN) Break 11:00 - 12:00 (IN) - Session 1: Regenerative Agriculture: A Case for Small & Marginalized Farmers Suhas Wani, Ex-Director, ICRISAT India  Ajeet Chahal, Rice Team Lead - Asia Crop Science Division, Bayer Arpita Mukherjee, Professor, ICRIER Nithyashree ML, Senior Scientist-Division of Agricultural Economics, ICAR-IARI  Manish Anand, Senior Fellow, The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) Nilabja Ghosh, Professor, Institute of Economic Growth Moderator - Nitin Rao, Asia Lead for Planning & Innovation, Solidaridad Asia 12:00 - 12:10 (IN) Q&A 12:10 - 13:10 (IN) - Session 2: Reaping a rich harvest: On-farm success stories from Africa and India Sarika Mittra, Consultant, Biodiversity for Food and Agriculture, Alliance of Bioversity International, and CIAT, Asia-India Office  Godlove Nderingo, Senior Programme Manager, Tanzania, Solidaridad  Suresh Motwani, General Manager, Solidaridad India  Kaushal Bisht, Lead, Partnerships, Varaha  C.S.Dubey, Strategic Marketing & Technology Director, Cargill Animal Nutrition Moderator - Monika Khanna, Country Manager, Solidaridad India   13:10 - 13:20 (IN) Q&A 13:20 - 13:30 (IN) - Closing Session Summing Up & Vote of Thanks Kritika Banerjee, Senior Editor, Solidaridad Asia 13:30 - 14:30 (IN) Lunch We look forward to your participation.  Warm regards,  Team ORF  Facebook FOLLOW ON TWITTER VISIT OUR WEBSITE Copyright © 2024 Observer Research Foundation, All Rights Reserved. Our mailing address is: Observer Research Foundation, 20 Rouse Avenue, New Delhi-110002 If you want to subscribe, please send an email to orfevents@orfonline.org

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