From the Dean's Desk July-2024
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Prof. Ravindra D. Gudi
Ph.D., FNAE and FIIChE
Dean – Alumni and Corporate Relations
Institute AI & ML Chair Professor
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Dear Fellow Alumnus,
Greetings from the verdant green campus of your alma mater. The lovely Mumbai rains have brought with them a lot of freshness, and joy, and, of course, the instinct is to dig in deep into steaming hot pakoras along with an invigorating cuppa. Let us soak in the brightness of July and seize the opportunities it brings to connect, collaborate, and create a brighter and greener future together.
As always, I am delighted to share with you the latest developments and initiatives that are shaping the future of our beloved IIT Bombay and the impact it has on society.
LEGACY OF EXCELLENCE
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IIT Bombay Soars in the QS WUR 2025 Global Rankings: Makes A Historic Leap to 118th Place
In an extraordinary accomplishment, IIT Bombay ascended 31 places and achieved its best-ever global ranking of 118th (advanced from the 149th position last year) in the Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings 2025. The Institute also took the premiere spot in India. This marks the first time IIT Bombay has secured a place within the top 125 since it participated in the QS rankings
The Institute received an overall score of 56.3 out of 100. IIT Bombay also scored the following in various categories out of a total of 100 points
• 86.0 in Employer Reputation • 79.1 in Citations Per Faculty • 64.5 in Employment Outcomes • 58.5 in Academic Reputation • 52.5 in Sustainability • 52.3 in International Research Network • 14.4 in Faculty-Student Ratio • 4.3 in International Faculty • 1.3 in International Students
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Unlocking CSR for Impactful Research: IIT Bombay Successfully Hosts Annual CSR Conclave 2024
IIT Bombay successfully concluded its much-anticipated Annual CSR Conclave on June 17, 2024. The theme of this year's conclave, 'Unlocking CSR for Impactful Research,' brought together domain experts, industry heads, and corporate leaders to explore the pivotal role of corporate social responsibility (CSR) in propelling research initiatives and technological advancements, that have the potential to empower both the society and the nation. The event was attended by over 200 corporate delegates.
CURTAIN RAISER
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FAN & DA Meet 2024
IIT Bombay is delighted to announce the upcoming Faculty Alumni Network (FAN) and Distinguished Alumni Meet (DA Meet) 2024 event, taking place from July 19th to 21st at Stanford University, USA. This year promises to be an enriching experience with a packed agenda designed to foster collaboration and innovation across various fields.
Starting with a networking dinner on the evening of July 19th, participants will have the opportunity to engage with thought leaders and peers in an informal setting. This will be followed by two days of intense discussions, breakout sessions, and keynote addresses
Event Themes:
1. Quantum Technologies 2. Energy, Climate and Sustainability (Energy, Food, Water & Circular Economy) 3. Smart Cities, Transportation and Advanced Logistics 4. Advanced Computing (AI and HPC) 5. Healthcare 6. Translational Research and Entrepreneurship
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Beyond Academia: IIT Bombay’s Dr. T. T. Niranjan Chronicles Thrilling Ice Climbing Expedition in the Alps
At IIT Bombay, our faculty members embody a holistic approach to life, seamlessly blending their academic pursuits with personal passions. Dr. T. T. Niranjan, one such luminary, exemplifies this ethos as he shares his exhilarating journey of ice climbing in the Alps. Despite the rigors of academia, Dr. Niranjan's adventurous spirit took him on a weeklong expedition to Cogne, a renowned destination in the Italian Alps, reflecting our community's unwavering commitment to exploration and discovery.
RESEARCH SPOTLIGHT
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New IIT Bombay Study Could Help Improve Cooperation Amongst Robots
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Study Reveals How New Species Evolve Without Geographic Barriers
INSTITUTE HIGHLIGHTS
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IIT Bombay and University of Chicago Forge Quantum Alliance in Inaugural Meeting
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Faculty Accolades
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"Who Said She Can't?": Celebrating Women in STEM at IIT Bombay
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IIT Bombay and École Polytechnique Explore Collaborative Ventures
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Reconnect and Reskill: Exclusive Course for IITB Alumni in July 2024 at PCACEC
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IIT Bombay's Commitment to Sustainability: World Environment Day Celebrations Showcase Campus-wide Efforts
IITB MERCHANDISE E-STORE
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IITB Merchandise - Where Memories Meet Fashion!
Relive precious campus memories
In these stylish hoodies and tees
Cherish the IITB connect
With these cool fridge magnets
Stroll around with swag
In these trendy caps
Not just merchandise
But symbols of our legacy
Flaunt it all with pride
Celebrate the spirit of IITB
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Upcoming Events
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PCACEC Course For Alumni
The Pramod Chaudhari Alumni Continuing Education Centre (PCACEC) is launching its 5th course for the year 2024 on Data Visualization, led by Prof. Venkatesh Rajamanickam at the IDC School of Design. PCACEC was established to provide discounted executive education and IITB certificate courses to IITB alumni at discounted prices for our alumni. These courses are meticulously designed […]
Day & Date: Sep 14 - Oct 05, 2024
Time: 11:00 am to 1:30 pm
Venue:
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Jaipur and Delhi Alumni Connect – 2024
IIT Bombay warmly invites its alumni community to the Jaipur and Delhi Alumni Connect 2024 event in September. The sustained support from IIT Bombay’s alumni community has been instrumental in establishing the institute as a global leader in Engineering and Technology. As the journey of excellence continues, the Institute remains confident in achieving its vision […]
Day & Date: Sep 28 - Sep 29, 2024
Venue: TBA
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Prof. N.R. Kamath Distinguished Lecture Series – Dr. Arun Dravid
IT Bombay will host the latest lecture in the ‘Prof. N.R. Kamath Distinguished Institute Lecture’ series on campus. The series honours the leadership and contributions of Prof. N.R. Kamath, former Deputy Director, and founding head of the Department of Chemical Engineering, IIT Bombay, to the Institute. The speaker for the upcoming talk is IITB Distinguished […]
Day & Date: September 18, 2024
Time: 5:00 pm
Venue: IIT Bombay
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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 […]