Wednesday, November 13, 2019

NIAS–DST Training Programme on Science & Technology: Global Developments & Perspectives


NIAS–DST Training Programme on Science & Technology: Global Developments & Perspectives
December 9 - 20, 2019
Venue: National Institute of Advanced Studies, Bengaluru
The National Institute of Advanced Studies (NIAS) has been organizing training programmes with support from the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, to provide the orientations and planning skills required for scientists/ technocrats of the country, and in particular, to offer either induction training or a system of regular in-service training that are available to other cadre-based services. In order to bridge this gap, this Programme for scientist-administrators and technologists at the Mid-Level with 9 years and above experience in group 'A' will focus on the theme Science & Technology: Global Developments & Perspectives. The Course will be conducted during December 9-20, 2019. Consistent with the mission of NIAS, training courses emphasize on the aspects of development of leadership qualities through the integration of multidisciplinary knowledge.  
Course Outline: The training programme includes lectures by eminent speakers, presentations by the participants, group discussions, project work, weekend technical visits, public lectures, cultural programme, 'Yoga' practice from health point of view, and feedback. The defining feature of lecture pattern in NIAS courses consists of interactive sessions with distinguished faculty drawn from different organizations and occupations. The general format is a presentation for 45 minutes followed by lively discussions for another 45 minutes. The participants would be encouraged to interact as widely as possible with the speakers.
Infrastructure: NIAS has unique infrastructural facilities like accommodation, dining hall, library, auditorium, lecture hall, internet browsing centre, and campus with beautiful ambience. Since the programme is residential, NIAS will arrange boarding and lodging facilities. In view of this, it is necessary that all the participants stay in the campus.
Last date for submitting nominations: Wednesday, 13 November, 2019 

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