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The Indian Institutes of Science Education and Research (IISERs) are premier institutions in India that focus on integrating education and research in basic sciences. While all IISER are known for their vital academic programs in basic sciences, it’s challenging to definitively say which is the “best” for mathematics because individual preferences and research interests vary. …
India is a developing country, and innovation and scientific research are critical in defining the pace at which it advances. When talking about the state of research in our nation, it is hard to avoid highlighting the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) in Bangalore, the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER)- Kolkata, Pune, …
Globally renowned as the “antenna scientist,” this Indian invented the world’s smallest planar UWB antenna and OAM antenna, which revolutionized the field of wireless communication. This story is about Professor Srikanta Pal, the “Telescope Troubleshooter”. He was born on December 2, 1967, in Bankura, India. He was really good at his studies, and he even …
Chemistry is a discipline that plays a fundamental role in understanding the world around us and is also an essential foundation for various industries and disciplines like climate science and biology. Indian Institutes of Science, Education and Research (IISERs) have gained a reputation for their exceptional contributions to chemistry. Some IISERs known for their strong …
India has always been the country that produces amazing research in Physics. Who doesn’t know the great work of the Nobel laureate Sir CV Raman? The Indian Institutes of Science Education and Research (IISERs) have rapidly emerged as prominent institutions for advancing the frontiers of physical research. These institutions combine cutting-edge infrastructure, world-class faculty, and …
This is the story of a man who successfully moved the entire Zoological Survey of India to Banaras in 1942, preventing any loss of scientific material due to Japanese air threats. Meet Dr. Baini Prashad, who led the Zoological Survey of India and did important research on the Vivipariidae family, finding that the mantle was …
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National Entrance Screening Test (NEST) and National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) are two of the important entrance examinations for science students after class XII in India. Every year, thousands of students sit for these entrance exams and get into their dream colleges. However, the aims and purposes of both examinations vary greatly; while one …
This is the story of an unsung hero who dedicated his whole life to agriculture, became the first Director General of ICAR, won awards and contributed significantly to its development. Meet Benjamin Peary Pal, a person who faced challenges, but didn’t give up and came up with great ideas, and made a real difference. This …
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Indian Institutes of Science Education and Research (IISERs) are the premiere institutes for fundamental sciences in India. There are seven IISERs nationwide- in Pune, Kolkata, Mohali, Thiruvananthapuram, Tirupati, Bhopal and Behrampur. Founded not more than two decades back, IISERs have gained their prestigious reputation because of high research outcomes and excellent academic results in almost …
From a small village Sahora to winning the Padma Shri, Padma Bhusan awardee playing a huge role in India’s Green Revolution. This is the story of Dr. Gurcharan Singh Kalkat, who was a part of the team of scientists that steered the adoption of high-yielding Mexican wheat varieties by Punjab farmers in the mid-60s. This …
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