Page 10 - Demo

STAFF WRITERChennai, August 4, 2025 %u2013 The Centre for Innovation and Collaboration (CiC) at SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRM IST) continues to make significant strides in fostering innovation and research. Inaugurated by the Honourable Vice Chancellor on March 6, 2025, CiC SRM IST has quickly become a hub for research and development, startups, and the READY program.Following the inauguration, proposals were invited from faculty members and students via Google Forms. The response was overwhelmingly positive, with numerous submissions across diverse domains. To assess the potential of these ideas, an offline evaluation session was conducted at CiC on April 29 and 30, 2025. The evaluation was conducted in the presence of expert panelists from IHFC (I-Hub Foundation for Cobotics), IIT Delhi.After multiple rounds of rigorous screening and evaluation, IHFC IIT Delhi has announced the final list of shortlisted project proposals under the R&D category. A total funding amount of `40 lakhs has been approved for three standout projects:%u2022 Dr. T. Jayanthi %u2013 Biomedical%u2022 Dr. Muthu %u2013 Biotechnology%u2022 Dr. Carunaiselvane %u2013 AutomobileAs a mentor, I extend my heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to these outstanding innovators. CiC SRM IST remains committed to discovering and nurturing talent, with a mission to bring innovations from the campus to the nation.We are proud of this achievement and encourage all faculty members, researchers, and students to submit their innovative ideas. Let us celebrate this success and inspire many more to follow in their footsteps. CiC SRM IST %u2013 Fueling Innovation, Driving Impact.Three R&D Projects from SRM IST Selected for Funding Worth `40 Lakhs by IHFC IIT DelhiSTAFF WRITERThe Department of Computing Technologies at SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST), Kattankulathur, marked a key milestone in its ongoing industry%u2013academia partnership with Apollo Tyres by successfully deploying Phase II projects under the SRM %u2013 Apollo R&D Global Asia collaboration. A total of 11 worklets were benchmarked and deployed on 24th July 2025, highlighting the department%u2019s focus on applied research and industry-relevant innovation.SRMIST %u2013 Apollo Tyres R&D Collaboration Achieves Major Milestone with Phase II Project DeploymentSRMIST FSH Hosts Freshers%u2019 Induction Program Welcoming Over 2,600 Students for the Academic Year 2025%u201326JAHNVI KUMAWATThe Faculty of Science and Humanities (FSH), SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST), Kattankulathur, organized the Freshers%u2019 Induction Program for the academic year 2025%u201326 on July 9, 2025, at the Dr. T. P. Ganesan Auditorium, Chennai. The event marked the beginning of an inspiring academic journey for over 2,600 newly admitted undergraduate and postgraduate students.The ceremony was graced by esteemed dignitaries including Prof. C. Muthamizhchelvan, Vice Chancellor, SRMIST; Prof. A. Vinay Kumar, Pro Vice-Chancellor (FSH, Management, Law); Dr. A. Duraisamy, Dean, Faculty of Science and Humanities; and Dr. Albert Antony Raj S, Deputy Dean, FSH. The Chief Guest, Lt. Gen. Michael A.J. Fernandez, AVSM, VSM, Commandant, Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai, delivered a powerful keynote address that inspired students to lead with purpose, discipline, and curiosity.In his welcome address, Dr. A. Duraisamy highlighted the interdisciplinary nature of the faculty, which offers 33 undergraduate and 23 postgraduate programs spanning Computer Science, Media Studies, Biotechnology, Commerce, Psychology, Economics, and Defence Studies. He emphasized SRMIST%u2019s commitment to holistic, career-oriented education that prepares students for global challenges.Prof. C. Muthamizhchelvan, in his presidential address, encouraged students to explore learning beyond academics. %u201cWhile your CGPA matters, what truly shapes you is what you learn outside the classroom,%u201d he remarked. Prof. Vinay Kumar emphasized the adoption of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, highlighting 18 minor programmes that promote multidisciplinary learning and skill enhancement.Lt. Gen. Fernandez motivated students to stay focused, maintain discipline, and cultivate lifelong habits of curiosity and self-growth. The event concluded with a vote of thanks by Dr. Albert Antony Raj S, followed by the National Anthem and an orientation session. The programme set an inspiring tone for SRMIST%u2019s newest batch, welcoming them into a world of learning, innovation, and opportunity.Prof. C. Muthamizhchelvan, Vice Chancellor, SRMIST, presents a memento to Lt. Gen. Michael A.J. Fernandez, AVSM, VSM, Commandant, Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai, in the presence of Prof. A. Vinay Kumar, Pro Vice-Chancellor (SBL); Dr. A. Duraisamy, Dean, Faculty of Science and Humanities; and Dr. Albert Antony Raj S, Deputy Dean, FSH during the Freshers%u2019 Induction Programme at SRMIST, Kattankulathur.10 2025 | Spectrum | Volume 19 Number 1