Registrations are open for Workshop on Inspiring Women in Science and Technology on 18-22 September 2023. The last date of registration is 14 September.

About NIT Patna

National Institute of Technology Patna is the 18th National Institute of Technology created by the Ministry of H.R.D. Government of India after rechristening the erstwhile Bihar College of Engineering Patna on 28. 01. 2004. NIT Patna marked its humble beginning in 1886 with the establishment of pleaders survey training school which was subsequently promoted of Bihar College of Engineering Patna in 1924.

About the Workshop

The workshop with the theme and title Inspiring Women in Science and Technology is proposed to be conducted from Sept. 18 to Sept. 22, 2023.

The workshop is aimed at analyzing the achievements of women in science and technology in general and also encouraging the road ahead in this regard, apart from highlighting the challenges and hurdles and suggesting remedial measures in order to inspire women in science and technology in India. Workshop includes online interaction with NIT Patna Alumni and short lecture from faculty members.

Objective

The objectives of the workshop are as follows

  • To highlight India s progress towards the aim of women s empowerment in science and technology
  • To emphasize the significance of women s empowerment in establishing gender equality, improving women s social position, and accomplishing the country s social and economic progress
  • To identify and recommend solutions to roadblocks in the way of women s empowerment.

Topics

  • Women in Science and Technology
  • Achievements, Roadblocks
  • Funding opportunities (Government initiatives)
  • Job opportunities
  • Higher education
  • Emerging technologies
  • The future of computer-assisted education

Eligibility

This workshop is open for everyone, regardless of gender. Academician/Industry/Staff/R & D in any discipline. All students are eligible to participate in the session who are pursuing or completed:

  • Undergraduate & Postgraduate
  • Research Scholars

Registration

Interested candidates can register via this page.

Fee

  • UG/PG Students: Rs. 500
  • Research Scholars: Rs. 100
  • Faculty/ Industry/Staff/R&D: Rs. 2000

Deadline

September 14, 2023.

Click here to view the official notification of Workshop on Inspiring Women in Science and Technology at NIT Patna.