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#researcherspotlight Pavithra Kurungottu PhD from Dr. Rajendra Kurapati @rajikurapati lab at Indian Institute of Science Education and Research, Thiruvananthapuram @tvmiiser talks about her work on "Human Blood Neutrophils Can Degrade Gold Nanomaterials" biopatrika.com/academia/resea…

Inaugural session of NuMaTS 2026 @tvmiiser : Nurturing Mathematical Talents in Schools, organized by SCERT Kerala in collaboration with IISER TVM. The program brings together young mathematical minds from across Kerala for an enriching residential camp aimed at nurturing curiosity, analytical thinking, and a deeper appreciation for Mathematics. The inaugural session featured addresses by Dr. Jayaprakash R K, Director, SCERT Kerala; Prof. Mahesh Hariharan, Deputy Director, IISER TVM; and Prof. E. Krishnan, Professor (Retd.), University of Kerala, who highlighted the importance of nurturing mathematical talent from an early stage and fostering scientific curiosity among students. The Institute wishes all participants a rewarding and inspiring learning experience at IISER TVM. @EduMinOfIndia #NuMaTS2026 #IISERTVM #SCERTKerala #Mathematics #STEMEducation #ScienceEducation

💡 Bharat Innovates Investor Showcase held in Bengaluru on 19th May. 24 of India's most promising deep-tech start-ups pitched to 90+ investors from 66 funds managing over $85 Bn in global Assets Under Management, across space, defence, biotech, semiconductors, quantum, robotics & more. The road to #BharatInnovates2026 in Nice begins. @narendramodi @PMOIndia @dpradhanbjp @eduminofindia @PrinSciAdvGoI @MEAIndia @IndiaembFrance @CGIMarseille @pibindia @DDNewslive @airnewsalerts

Data Science Series I | Foundations of Statistical Learning Data forms the backbone of modern scientific discovery, and statistics provides the language to understand it. This video highlights the foundational concepts, analytical thinking, and interdisciplinary learning approaches shaping the next generation of data science education. -by School of Data Science, IISER TVM @EduMinOfIndia #IISERTVM #DataScience #StatisticalLearning #Research #Innovation

Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram is proud to announce that it has secured the 12th position in the latest Nature Index Rankings among academic institutions in India and continues to feature among the country’s leading institutions in natural sciences research. The Nature Index is a globally respected indicator of high-quality research output and scientific contributions, tracking publications in leading international journals. This achievement reflects IISER Thiruvananthapuram’s sustained commitment to excellence in research, innovation, and interdisciplinary scientific inquiry. The recognition stands as a testament to the collective dedication of the institute’s faculty members, researchers, students, staff, and collaborators who continuously contribute to impactful research across disciplines. As IISER TVM continues its journey of academic and research excellence, the institute remains committed to fostering an ecosystem that encourages discovery, innovation, and meaningful contributions to the global scientific community. nature.com/nature-index/i… @EduMinOfIndia #IISERTVM #NatureIndex #ResearchExcellence #ScientificResearch #Innovation #HigherEducation

🌟 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 "𝐌𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐲𝐚 𝐉𝐲𝐨𝐭𝐢 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩" 𝐚𝐭 #𝐌𝐍𝐈𝐓 𝐉𝐚𝐢𝐩𝐮𝐫 🌟 𝐌𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐲𝐚 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐭𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐉𝐚𝐢𝐩𝐮𝐫 proudly launches the prestigious “𝐌𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐲𝐚 𝐉𝐲𝐨𝐭𝐢

Hurry up!! Application portal for the admission in MSc/IPhD programs at IISER TVM closes on 25th May 2026. Click here to apply. mhdadmission.iisertvm.ac.in/Advertisements…

From breakthrough ideas in Higher Education Institutions to global-scale innovation, Bharat Innovates 2026 reflects India’s growing deep-tech and startup strength. Organised by the Ministry of Education, the initiative brings together HEIs, innovators, investors, academia and industry across 13 frontier sectors to accelerate solutions for national progress and global impact. 📍 Nice, France 📅 14–16 June 2026 #BharatInnovates2026 #StartupIndia #DeepTech #ViksitBharat @narendramodi @PMOIndia @eduminofindia @dpradhanbjp @PrinSciAdvGoI @Vineet_K26 @sanjayjavin @MEAIndia @IndiaDST @AICTE_INDIA @ugcindia @pibindia @DDNewslive @airnewsalerts @BharatInnov2026

Installation of XRD and SAXS facilities at Central Instrumentation Facility (CIF) have been successfully completed and inaugurated by the Honourable Director, Prof. J. N. Moorthy. With these additions, IISER TVM now hosts a complete set of X-ray–based instrumentation, namely, SXRDs, PXRDs, SAXS, etc., strengthening our research capabilities and opening new avenues for advanced materials characterization. @EduMinOfIndia #IISERTVM #CIF #XRD #SAXS #Crystallography #MaterialsScience #ResearchInfrastructure #ScienceIndia #Inauguration #AdvancedMaterials

Dr. S. Kalyanaraman, CEO of the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), delivered an inspiring Institute Special Lecture titled "ANRF Vision: Catalyzing India’s Rise as a Research and Innovation Powerhouse" @tvmiiser Dr. Kalyanaraman shared the ANRF’s strategic roadmap, highlighting the ₹50,000 CR grants program and the ₹1 lakh CR RDI capital program designed to bridge academia, industry, and government. The lecture emphasized the importance of high-impact research and mission-mode programs in driving the nation’s journey toward Viksit Bharat. @EduMinOfIndia @ANRFIndia @RGCB_Trivandrum @ESSO_NCESS @sctimst_tvm @csir_niist @IIST_ISRO #IISERTVM #ANRF #ResearchInnovation #ViksitBharat #ScienceAndTechnology #IndiaResearch

IISER Thiruvananthapuram hosted Dr. Shivkumar Kalyanaraman, CEO of the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), for a series of strategic interactions aimed at strengthening the nation’s research and innovation ecosystem. The visit, held in the presence of Dr. V. Deshmane, Chairperson, Board of Governors (BoG), and Prof. J. N. Moorthy, Director, IISER TVM, featured two key sessions that brought together the Institute's leadership and its vibrant research community: 🔹 Strategic Leadership Dialogue: Dr. Kalyanaraman engaged with the Chairperson, Director, and the Deans and Heads of Departments to discuss the long-term vision of the ANRF. The discussion centred on institutional collaborations and the foundation’s role in driving large-scale, mission-mode programs across government and academia. 🔹 Empowering the Research Core: In a dedicated session with Faculty members and Postdoctoral researchers, the CEO provided insights into the ANRF’s ₹50,000 CR grants program. Facilitated by the Institute leadership, the interaction focused on practical pathways for researchers to access resources and contribute to high-impact innovation under the Viksit Bharat roadmap. These high-level engagements underscore the critical partnership between national funding bodies and premier academic institutions in transforming India into a global powerhouse for science and technology. @EduMinOfIndia @ANRFIndia @IndiaDST #IISERTVM #ANRF #ResearchInnovation #ViksitBharat #Leadership #ScienceAndTechnology #IndiaResearch #AcademicExcellence #ResearchFunding

The Institute gathered for a special occasion to bid a formal farewell to Prof. Arvind A. Natu, the outgoing Chairman of the Board of Governors (BoG), and to extend a warm welcome to Dr. V. Deshmane as the incoming Chairperson. Faculty, staff, early career researchers, and post-docs joined together to honor Prof. Natu’s significant contributions and celebrate the commencement of Dr. Deshmane’s tenure. The event provided a moment to reflect on the institution's growth and to express collective appreciation for dedicated leadership. As IISER TVM enters this new chapter, the Institute looks forward to the fresh perspectives and collaborative efforts that will continue to drive its academic and research excellence. @EduMinOfIndia @arvindnatu #LeadershipTransition #AcademicCommunity #Gratitude #NewBeginnings #InstitutionBuilding

It was a pleasure to welcome Prof. J. N. Moorthy (Director of @tvmiiser) for a one-week visit at JMU Würzburg.

School of Chemistry, @csit_tvmiiser, celebrated the Farewell to the graduating students, including PhD, MSc and BS-MS batches. Our Hon'ble Director, Prof. J N Moorthy, including HoD, Prof. R. S. Swathi, along with other faculty members, shared their fond memories. @tvmiiser

School of Chemistry, @csit_tvmiiser, celebrated the Farewell to the graduating students, including PhDs, MSc and BS-MS batches. Our Hon'ble Director, Prof. J N Moorthy, including HoD, Prof. R. S. Swathi, along with other faculty members, shared their fond memories. @tvmiiser

School of Chemistry, @csit_tvmiiser, celebrated the Farewell to the graduating students, @tvmiiser

School of Chemistry, @csit_tvmiiser, celebrated the Farewell to the graduating students, including PhD, MSc and BS-MS batches. Our Hon'ble Director, Prof. J N Moorthy, including HoD, Prof. R. S. Swathi, along with other faculty members, shared their fond memories. @tvmiiser

Special Lecture @tvmiiser by Dr. Viswajanani J. Sattigeri, Head, CSIR – Traditional Knowledge Digital Library (TKDL) Unit. Title: Pursuits with Traditional Knowledge Systems: Balancing Intellectual Property Rights and People’s Rights. @EduMinOfIndia @CSIR_IND #TraditionalKnowledge #IPR #TKDL #IISERTVM #CSIR #PeoplesRights #IntellectualProperty #SciencePolicy