IIT Gandhinagar

Hearty congratulations to Dr Biswabhusan Dhal, the first PhD student of Prof Gopinadhan Kalon, from the department of physics, on receiving the prestigious MSCA Fellowship. This achievement, just after graduating in June 2025, stands out even more amid intense global competition, marking a proud moment for the entire community. #IITGN #IITGNShines #ResearchExcellence #GlobalRecognition #AcademicSuccess

𝗜𝗜𝗧𝗚𝗡 invites applications for positions in the Research and Development Office. Open roles: • Program Associate – II (Patent & IP Management) • Program Associate – II (Technology Transfer) Be part of a team translating research into real-world impact. 📅 Application Deadline: May 20, 2026 🔗 Apply: zurl.co/oqT1a #IITGN #IITGandhinagar #Hiring #ResearchAndDevelopment #TechnologyTransfer #IPManagement #CareersAtIITGN

Snake-like robots are great for tight spots like surgery or factory inspections as they can be bent in any angle by pulling strings attached to a flexible backbone. But they’re difficult to control. Managing all those individual tendons at once is just too complex. To fix this, researchers developed a "virtual actuation space (VAS)" framework to control. This lets the robot move based on two simple things: how much it bends and in what plane. It’s much faster for the computer and way more accurate. Real-world tests show errors below 1%. Unlike older setups, where moving one section messed with the rest, these sections now work independently. It makes these systems much more reliable and easier to scale. For more information: doi.org/10.1017/S02635… #PhD #IITGNResearchSnips #Research #ResearchSnip #TechInnovation #IITGNResearchers #Automation #SoftRobotics #RoboticsEngineering #CoolResearch

IIT Gandhinagar continues to advance cutting-edge education and research with the project “Undergraduate Teaching Laboratories in Quantum Technologies,” led by Prof Anagh Bhaumik and team, being recommended by the Department of Science & Technology under the National Quantum Mission. This milestone will enable the establishment of a state-of-the-art undergraduate lab, strengthening IITGN’s leadership in emerging quantum technologies. #IITGN #QuantumTechnology #NationalQuantumMission #ResearchExcellence #Innovation

IIT Gandhinagar, in collaboration with Applied Materials India, conducted focused sessions on Vacuum Technology and Semiconductor Process Simulations for ICDT students, equipping them with niche, industry-relevant skills for advanced semiconductor manufacturing. Embedded within core courses, this initiative reflects a strong academia–industry partnership aimed at building future-ready talent. #IITGN #Semiconductor #IndustryAcademia #FutureSkills #Innovation

𝗜𝗜𝗧𝗚𝗡 hosted a memorable Director’s Dinner for the graduating PG, and Phd students of the Class of 2026. Hosted by Prof Rajat Moona, the evening was filled with warmth, laughter, and meaningful conversations as students reflected on their journey at IITGN and celebrated the bonds they built along the way. #IITGN #IITGandhinagar #ClassOf2026 #CampusLife #StudentJourney #Memories #IITGNLife

𝗜𝗜𝗧𝗚𝗡 showcased the 𝗘𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗖𝗹𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 (𝗘𝗥𝗖) at the Industry Partnership Conclave 2026, highlighting its vision to drive innovation in clean energy and decarbonization. Led by Prof Chinmay Ghoroi, the session featured research across energy integration, grid optimization, advanced energy systems, hydrocarbon exploration, and renewable technologies such as wind and wave energy. The session also included an industry perspective from Dr Achyuta Ayan Misra (Reliance), followed by engaging discussions with industry representatives to explore collaboration opportunities and real-world impact. The ERC aims to build a strong academia–industry–policy ecosystem to address critical energy challenges and accelerate India’s transition towards a sustainable future. #IITGN #IITGNResearch #EnergyResearch #CleanEnergy #Sustainability #IndustryAcademia #DeepTech #Innovation @EduMinOfIndia | @PIB_India | @IndiaDST | @vmishraiit

Every year, urban flooding costs billions and forces millions to search for necessities, a crisis faced by more than 500 cities. To address this, four researchers, launched AIResQ ClimSols (AIResQ), an urban resilience startup, based on years of research by the Machine Intelligence and Resilience (MIR) Lab at IITGN. The idea emerged from a request to assess flood probability for a riverfront project in Surat. After realising that academic papers are not the answer city officials look for at 2 am during heavy rain, the team built the Rain2Resilience Suite. This physics-informed AI tool predicts rainfall, tells cities where flooding will hit, how severe it will be, and which roads and infrastructure are at risk, even before the first raindrop falls. As explained by co-founder Prof Udit Bhatia, “It is like bringing together scientific models with machine learning to deliver real-time, hyperlocal flood intelligence”. However, data from AI models alone rarely inspires action. Hence, AIResQ also built the AI Resilience Command (ARC) Centre: a safe space for the common public to approach in times of need. Here, complex flood models come alive through real-time visualisation, making science legible to policymakers and communities alike. Their vision for ARC centre 2.0 includes AR-based gamified simulations that let decision-makers experience consequences before acting. Selected for the Indian government's AI Centre of Excellence ‘Make AI in India’ program, AIResQ drives urban preparedness, from Gurugram flood digital twins to Gujarat dam safety. Their story began as a simple request that turned into a mission to help turn cities from reactive to resilient, one monsoon at a time. #IITGN_RnD_Horizon #ResearchAndDevelopment #RnD #StartupSuccessStories #IITGN #IITGNStartups #StartupIndia #MakeinIndia #BharatInnovates #AICOE #FloodResilience #DeepTech #MakeAIinIndia #AI #SDG11 @EduMinOfIndia | @PIBDST | @PIB_India | @IndiaDST | @ANRFIndia

𝗜𝗜𝗧𝗚𝗡 highlighted the 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗖𝗹𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 (𝗔𝗠𝗥𝗖) at the Industry Partnership Conclave 2026, showcasing its focus on interdisciplinary innovation across materials science, chemical engineering, and advanced manufacturing. The session explored diverse technology verticals including electronics, biometrics, smart materials, and internet-based applications, highlighting their role in shaping modern industrial ecosystems. Discussions also emphasised the importance of structured industry–academia collaboration, aligning research with real-world problem statements, and fostering integrated frameworks for innovation and deployment. The AMRC aims to enable translational research through collaborative ecosystems, bridging fundamental science with scalable industrial applications. #IITGN #IITGNResearch #AdvancedMaterials #MaterialScience #IndustryAcademia #DeepTech #Innovation #ResearchCollaboration

𝗜𝗜𝗧𝗚𝗡 invites applications to join its Media and Communication team. Be part of a dynamic environment where creativity meets impact. Open Positions: • Program Associate – II (Content Writer) – 2 positions • Program Associate – II (Graphics Designer) – 2 positions • IT Associate – I – 1 position Application Deadline: April 26, 2026 Apply here: zurl.co/TUoNt Join IITGN and contribute to meaningful storytelling and innovative communication. hashtag#IITGN hashtag#IITGNJobs hashtag#Hiring hashtag#MediaAndCommunication hashtag#ContentWriting hashtag#GraphicDesign hashtag#CareersAtIITGN hashtag#WorkWithIITGN

મેન્યુઅલ લોગ્સથી લાઇવ ડેટા સુધી: IIT ગાંધીનગરના વિદ્યાર્થીઓએ ગુજરાતના પાણી અને ઊર્જા ઇન્ફ્રાસ્ટ્રક્ચરને આધુનિક બનાવવા માટે AI-સંચાલિત પ્લેટફોર્મ વિકસાવ્યું ઇન્ડિયન ઇન્સ્ટિટ્યૂટ ઓફ ટેકનોલોજી ગાંધીનગરના વિદ્યાર્થીઓએ પાણી અને ઊર્જા ડેટા મેનેજમેન્ટને સુવ્યવસ્થિત કરવા માટે સરદાર સરોવર નર્મદા નિગમ લિમિટેડ સાથે રિયલ-ટાઇમ ડિજિટલ પ્લેટફોર્મ બનાવ્યું વાંચો વિગતે: pib.gov.in/PressReleasePa… @iitgn

𝗜𝗜𝗧𝗚𝗡 hosted a memorable Director’s Dinner for the graduating UG, and MA students of the Class of 2026. Hosted by Prof Rajat Moona, the evening was filled with warmth, laughter, and meaningful conversations as students reflected on their journey at IITGN and celebrated the bonds they built along the way. #IITGN #IITGandhinagar #ClassOf2026 #CampusLife #StudentJourney #Memories #IITGNLife

Gujarat: IIT Gandhinagar Introduces Future-Focused Courses in Maritime and Design

𝗜𝗜𝗧𝗚𝗡 congratulates 𝗔𝗿𝗲𝗳𝗮 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗺𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗹𝗮, PhD scholar at the Archaeological Sciences Centre, Humanities and Social Sciences, IITGN, on being awarded the DAAD Research Grant in Germany (2026). Working under the guidance of Prof Sharada Channarayapatna, she will undertake a three-month research visit at the Max Planck Institute for Geoanthropology, Jena, Germany. #IITGN #IITGNShines #IITGNResearch #DAAD #ResearchExcellence #PhDResearch #GlobalResearch

𝗜𝗜𝗧𝗚𝗡 invites applications from international students for its postgraduate and doctoral programmes (July 2026 intake). Applications for the current review cycle are open until May 5, 2026. Candidates are encouraged to apply early and be part of a global academic community focused on research, innovation, and interdisciplinary learning. 🔗 Apply: zurl.co/ckXDA #IITGN #IITGandhinagar #InternationalAdmissions #StudyInIndia #GlobalEducation #Postgraduate #PhD #HigherEducation

Interestingly, scientists can identify medicinal plants crucial for therapeutic and preventive purposes by observing the size, shape, and surface features of pollen under a microscope. However, even with available pollen image databases, the lack of standardised workflows and large-scale datasets makes the classification process labour-intensive and prone to human error. To address this challenge, researchers at IITGN combine high-resolution scanning electron microscopy (SEM) with advanced artificial intelligence to transform pollen analysis. By capturing detailed surface features and training machine learning models on these images, the team enabled automated detection and accurate classification of pollen grains. Through the use of an established segmentation model, YOLOv11, alongside other deep-learning classification models that analyse visual data, they applied this deep-learning approach to a newly compiled dataset of SEM images from 28 medicinal plant species. They were able to evaluate its performance, while also developing an open-access resource titled MPalyn (Medicinal Pollen and Palynology SEM Database), a digital platform for broader access and analysis. This helps standardise data and support future research and model improvement. Moreover, by examining variations in pollen characteristics among closely related species, the researchers demonstrate the framework’s potential in palynology, which involves the study of microfossils of pollen and spores. This methodology can be extended to other medicinal plants, offering a valuable resource for automated analysis. Such advancements can strengthen crop research, improve allergen monitoring, support biodiversity assessments, and enhance our understanding of past environmental conditions through pollen records. The team includes Prof Subramanian Sankaranarayanan, Prof Shanmuganathan Raman, Jaidev Sanjay Khalane, and Prof Nilesh D Gawande. To read more, click the link in bio. zurl.co/KTtsd #RnD #IITGN #IITGNResearchCapsules #ResearchCapsule #IITGNResearchers #Palynology #PollenAnalysis #ArtificialIntelligence #MachineLearning #Microscopy #PlantIdentification #MedicinalPlants #Biodiversity #ClimateScience #ScienceCommunication #ResearchInnovation @EduMinOfIndia | @PIB_India | @ANRFIndia | @IndiaDST | @lab_sankar