DEAN ACR NEWSLETTER – NOVEMBER 2024
From the Dean's Desk November-2024
Prof. Ravindra D. Gudi
Ph.D., FNAE, FNASc & FIIChE
Dean – Alumni and Corporate Relations
Institute AI & ML Chair Professor
Dear Fellow Alumnus,
As the glow of Diwali illuminates homes across India and the world, it fills our hearts with hope, joy, and renewal. The festival of lights, symbolizing the triumph of good over evil, reminds us of the endless possibilities ahead and the strength of our shared bonds.
On behalf of IIT Bombay, I wish you a prosperous Diwali and a festive season that is filled with light, peace, and happiness.
Spotlight on IIT Bombay’s Annual Report
Celebrating Your Impact!
Our journey together has been extraordinary, and IIT Bombay’s Dean ACR Annual Report 2023-24 is now here, capturing the incredible strides we’ve made with the support of our alumni and partners. This year’s report, themed “Celebrate Your Impact – The Power of Giving,” highlights how your engagement has fuelled innovations in research, empowered our faculty and students, and strengthened our global connections.
From our landmark global ranking to the unveiling of cutting-edge facilities and Centres of Excellence, every page of this report showcases our dedication to advancing knowledge that addresses society’s most pressing challenges and reflects the achievements you helped make possible. You’ll find stories of breakthrough research, partnerships with leading corporations, pioneering innovations, and entrepreneurial leadership that continue to set IIT Bombay apart as a leader in engineering and technology.
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SPECIAL REPORT
UAE Alumni meet
Jaipur-NCR Alumni Meet
Eco Hub Launch
Dr. Vivek Murthy’s Visit
CHAI AUR SAMOSE PE CHARCHA
Mr. Rameshwar Kumar Maini
The Dean ACR newsletter is delighted to welcome Mr. Rameshwar Kumar Maini to its Chai Aur Samose Pe Charcha series, a cherished platform that celebrates the remarkable journeys of IIT Bombay alumni. Mr. Maini’s story is one of perseverance and triumph, transitioning from the vibrant corridors of IIT Bombay to carving out an impressive legacy at Zentech Technical Services. His experiences and insights serve as an inspiration to the community, embodying the essence of what it means to be an alumnus of IIT Bombay. We are delighted to speak with him for the Chai Aur Samose Pe Charcha series for the Dean ACR Newsletter.
- Thank you, Mr. Maini, for speaking to us. We always begin our Chai Pe Charcha series by asking our alumni this question: Do you have any fun memories of IIT Bombay’s chai and samosa as a student?
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ALUMNI GIVING
ALUMNI GIVING
- Mr. Deepak Satwalekar
- Mr. Arjun Raju Raghavan
- Mr. Lalit Keshre
ALUMNI ACCOLADE
IIT Bombay Alumnus, Prof. Mayuresh V. Kothare, Named Associate Dean for Research at Lehigh University
Prof. Mayuresh V. Kothare, a distinguished alumnus of IIT Bombay, has recently been appointed Associate Dean for Research in the P.C. Rossin College of Engineering and Applied Science at Lehigh University. This new role is a significant step in his remarkable career, reflecting his commitment to advancing engineering research and innovation.
Prof. Kothare’s academic journey began at IIT Bombay, where he earned his Bachelor of Technology in Chemical Engineering. His foundational education there set the stage for his impressive trajectory in the field. Since joining the faculty at Lehigh University in 1998, he has made substantial contributions to the discipline of chemical and biomolecular engineering, particularly in the development and application of advanced control systems in biomedical and energy-related processes.
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IN MEMORIAM: RATAN TATA
Remembering Ratan Tata: A Titan of Industry and a Legacy of Integrity and Philanthropy
With profound sadness, IIT Bombay extends our deepest condolences to the entire Tata Group and Tata Trust on the passing of Mr. Ratan Tata – a beacon of integrity, leadership, and philanthropy. His passing will be deeply felt across India and around the world, leaving a void in the hearts of everyone who was inspired by him.
Mr. Tata’s tenure as the leader of the Tata Group was marked by his visionary perspective, commitment to ethical governance, and dedication to societal impact – all of which have set a high standard for corporate leaders worldwide. Mr. Tata navigated challenges with resilience, embraced innovation, prioritized corporate responsibility, and demonstrated with ease that extraordinary business success can coexist with a strong sense of social responsibility. He was a towering figure whose legacy has left an indelible mark not just on the Tata Group but influenced the broader global business landscape, as well.
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CORPORATE COLLABORATION
Sustainable Engineering: IIT Bombay Partners with ABB India for Cutting-Edge Electrical Machines Lab
IIT Bombay signed a Memorandum of Understanding with ABB India to create a new, high-tech electrical machines and drives lab within its Department of Energy Science and Engineering.
ABB India was represented at the MoU signing by:
• Mr. Sanjeev Arora, President, Motion Business Unit
• Mr. Amit Gupta, Divisional President, Motion Services
• Mr. Prasanna Deshpande, Business Development Head
• Ms. Dhenuka Srinivasan, AVP, Environment & Sustainability Affairs
• Ms. Sohini Mookherjea, Country Communication Manager
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FACULTY SPOTLIGHT
FACULTY SPOTLIGHT
- Prof: Ganesh Ramakrishnan
- Prof. Pushpak Bhattacharyya
- Prof. Souvik Mahapatra
- Prof. Deepankar Choudhury
RESEARCH SPOTLIGHT
RESEARCH SPOTLIGHT
- Wall Materials for Cooler Homes
- Green Roofs Reduce Floods
STUDENT SUCCESS STORY
STUDENT SUCCESS STORY
- Gandhian Young Innovation Awards
- IITB Rocket team
- TechFest in Mexico
- Inter-IIT Aquatic Meets
UPCOMING ALUMNI REUNIONS
UPCOMING ALUMNI REUNIONS
- Reconnect, Relive, and Celebrate: Don’t Miss Your Reunion at IIT Bombay!
Upcoming Events
Alumni Day
IIT Bombay will celebrate its annual Alumni Day on December 29, 2024. All of IIT Bombay’s alumni are invited to come by and reminisce about their times spent on campus and share their memories of their beloved Institute. A series of events will be held for alumni and their family members during the celebration. Date: […]
Day & Date: December 29, 2024
Time: 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Venue: IIT Bombay, Main Gate Rd, IIT Area, Powai, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
PanIIT World of Technology (PIWOT) Global Summit
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 […]
