DEAN ACR NEWSLETTER – AUGUST 2024
From the Dean's Desk August-2024
Prof. Ravindra D. Gudi
Ph.D., FNAE and FIIChE
Dean – Alumni and Corporate Relations
Institute AI & ML Chair Professor
Dear Fellow Alumnus,
As we reflect on the events of July, it gives me immense pleasure to highlight the significant milestones and outstanding achievements that have defined this transformative month at IIT Bombay. From groundbreaking initiatives like the MakerSpace Conclave 2024 to the inspiring culmination of the Invention Factory, our community has once again demonstrated unparalleled innovation and commitment to excellence. These achievements not only reinforce our position as a leader in education and research but also underscore our dedication to shaping the future of technology and fostering global impact. I look forward to sharing more updates and celebrating continued successes with you.
But first, I want to talk about the Faculty Alumni Network – Distinguished Alumni Meeting (FAN DA Meeting 2024) at Stanford University that I had the pleasure of attending, alongside fellow representatives from IIT Bombay.
LEGACY OF EXCELLENCE
Former IIT Bombay Director Prof. Ashok Misra Honoured with PPS Fellows Award 2024
Prof. Ashok Misra, former Director of IIT Bombay, has been honoured with the prestigious PPS Fellows Award for 2024 by the Polymer Processing Society (PPS). This award recognizes his exceptional contributions to polymer science and engineering, as well as his distinguished career spanning over four decades as an engineer, scientist, and educator. As Director of IIT Bombay, Prof. Misra played a crucial role in elevating the Institute's status as a premier R&D hub while maintaining its excellence in engineering education.
He currently serves as a Distinguished Professor at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru. He was also the Head of the Centre for Polymer Science & Engineering and Dean of Alumni Affairs & International Programmes at IIT Delhi. Prof. Misra’s illustrious career includes pivotal roles that have extended beyond academia, including Chairman (India) at Intellectual Ventures, and Senior Research Polymer Scientist at Monsanto Chemical Company.
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Chai Aur Samose Pe Charcha
Mr. Suhas Narayan Mehta: A Legacy of Innovation and Philanthropy
In this edition of "Chai Aur Samose Pe Charcha," we have the privilege of speaking with Distinguished Alumnus, Mr. Suhas Narayan Mehta (B.Tech., Civil Engineering, 1983). Mr. Mehta has made significant contributions to the field of civil engineering and infrastructure in India. In this candid conversation, he shares his cherished memories from his time at IIT Bombay, reflects on the role the Institute played in shaping his professional career, and discusses his ongoing efforts to give back to his alma mater
IN MEMORIAM
Prof. Shankar Prasad Bhattacharyya
Dr. Hans C. Maru
FACULTY SPOTLIGHT
IITB Professors Raghu Murtugudde and Subimal Ghosh Lead Innovative Rainfall Monitoring Project
IIT Bombay is delighted to spotlight the exceptional work of its faculty - Prof. Raghu Murtugudde (Climate Studies Department) and Prof. Subimal Ghosh (Department of Civil Engineering and Convener of the Interdisciplinary Program in Climate Studies) who recently led the development of a cutting-edge web portal and mobile app for monitoring extreme rainfall in Mumbai. Their expertise and dedication have been instrumental in bringing this vital tool to life.
This innovative project, which received funding support from HDFC ERGO through the HE-IITB Innovation Centre, involved students and staff from the Climate Studies program as well as undergraduate students from Civil Engineering.
The web portal, accessible at mumbaiflood.in, and the Android app, available at Google Play, were launched for public use and were developed in collaboration with the MCGM Centre for Municipal Capacity Building and Research (MCMCR).
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ALUMNI ACCOLADE
IIT Bombay Alumnus, Pankaj Doshi, Honoured with Pfizer’s Outstanding Engineering Achievement Award
IIT Bombay alumnus, Dr.. Pankaj Doshi, has been recognized with Pfizer's Outstanding Engineering Achievement Award. This prestigious accolade highlights his exceptional contributions to engineering and his pivotal role in advancing drug product development at Pfizer.
RESEARCH SPOTLIGHT
A 'Cooler' Alternative to Cool Supercomputers
A Much-Needed Analytical Study For More Sustainable Waste Disposal In The Healthcare Sector In India
CORPORATE COLLABORATION
IIT Bombay Joins Forces with AMD India to Foster Semiconductor Innovation in India
The Society for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (SINE) at IIT Bombay IIT Bombay and AMD India have strategically collaborated to support and advance semiconductor startups across the country.
Through this alliance, AMD will offer financial grants to startups incubated at IIT Bombay that are focused on creating energy-efficient spiking neural network (SNN) chips. These startups will be tasked with developing solutions to drastically cut down the energy usage associated with traditional neural networks.
Ms. Jaya Jagadish, Country Head of AMD India, expressed the company's goal, "We are striving to achieve a 30-fold increase in energy efficiency for our processors and accelerators used in high-performance computing (HPC) and artificial intelligence (AI) training by 2025.
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INSTITUTE HIGHLIGHTS
IIT Bombay’s Dean ACR Office Launches New Social Media Channels
IIT Bombay and the Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) Join Forces to Enhance Maritime Safety
Faculty Accolades
Chief Secretary of Maharashtra, Ms. Sujata Saunik, Explores Collaboration Opportunities at IIT Bombay
Documenting WiSE: IIT Bombay Empowers Rural Girls in STEM and Transforms Lives
IIT Bombay's TechTrends Programme Sparks Innovation and Inspiration at Filix School, Purulia
IIT Bombay Celebrates Van Mahotsav
Upcoming Events
BAMS 2024
IIT Bombay will host the International Conference on Emerging Trends in Business Analytics and Management Sciences (BAMS 2024) on campus. This prestigious event will explore the latest advancements in business analytics and management sciences. The conference features insightful sessions led by distinguished keynote speakers and a renowned plenary speaker who will share their expertise on […]
Day & Date: Dec 12 - Dec 14, 2024
Venue: VMCC, IIT Bombay, Mumbai, India
PanIIT World of Technology (PIWOT) Global Summit: A Landmark Event
We are delighted to announce the PIWOT Global Summit 2025 which is poised to be a landmark event in the technology sector. The two-day conference will feature key addresses from distinguished ministers from the Govt. of India including: – Mr. Dharmendra Pradhan, Minister of Education– Dr. Jitendra Singh, Minister of Science & Technology– Mr. Ashwini […]
