| Click here to view the Newsletter online | | | | May 9, 2018 | Wiss-Nama Newsletter | | WISS-NAMA is the newsletter of the Science and Technology Department of the German Embassy, New Delhi. The title is a combination of a German and an Indian word: WISS, an abbreviation of the German word 'Wissenschaft' (meaning science), and NAMA, a word used in Sanskrit and Persian contexts, standing for 'compendium' or 'handbook'.
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| In this issue | | | News from Indo-German Cooperation | | 3rd Meeting of the Indo-German Working Group on Higher Education The 3rd Meeting of the Indo-German Working Group on Higher Education concluded in Delhi on 19th and 20th April, 2018. N. Saravana Kumar, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India, led the deliberations from the Indian side.  Read more Smart City Workshop in Aizawl, Mizoram Heidelberg Centre South Asia (HCSA), School of Planning and Architecture Delhi, Observer Research Foundation and the Mizoram University, in collaboration with the Indo-German Chamber of Commerce, Institute for Human Development and other prominent institutions from India and Germany, conducted a workshop on ‘Smart City: Sustainable Urban Development’ in Aizawl, Mizoram, on April 27. The workshop brought together scholars, experts and practitioners from India and Germany, from both public and private sector, covering various aspects of a sustainable urbanisation, such as Inclusive Cities, Waste & Energy management, Infrastructure & Mobility, Planning and Design. The workshop was inaugurated by the Governor of Mizoram Lt. Gen. Nirbhay Sharma. Mizoram University Vice Chancellor Professor Dr. KRS Samsibava Rao highlighted the need to formulate a smart city plan that caters to the need of a particular population as the definition of smart city differs from one city to another. Read more
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|  top |  | Highlights from India and Germany | | 105th Indian Science Congress The 105th Indian Science Congress was inaugurated by the Hon’ble Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi and the Pride of India Expo by Hon'ble Union Minister of S&T, EF &CC and Earth Sciences, Dr. Harsh Vardhan in the presence of Shri Adya Prasad Pandey, Vice Chancellor, Manipur University, Prof. Ashutosh Sharma, Secretary DST and other dignitaries. The congress focused on translational science for promoting affordable sustainable innovation. The PoI Expo had the participation of more than 175 organizations. It received tremendous response from the delegates and visitors. Read more
Dr. Renu Swarup appointed as Secretary, Department of Biotechnology Dr. Renu Swarup, Senior Advisor and Scientist H at the Department of Biotechnology (DBT) took over as Secretary, DBT on April 10, 2018. She takes over the role from Prof. Ashutosh Sharma, Secretary, Department of Science and Technology, who served as interim Secretary, DBT. Currently Dr. Swarup is also Managing Director of Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC), a public company that promotes innovative research in biotechnology with a special focus on startups and small and medium enterprises. Read more
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| | top | | | Upcoming Events and Conferences | | DAAD Events The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) will be organizing a series of events for Indian students and researchers interested in pursuing studies or research in Germany and webinars for students joining German universities shortly. Info-Session – Study in Germany Find out everything about higher studies in Germany - eligibility, admission procedures, scholarships and more. New Delhi: May 15, 2018, 15:00 hrs, German House, 2 Nyaya Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021 Read more
ReDiscover Germany – Higher Education and beyond! Find out everything about study and research in Germany - eligibility, admission procedures, scholarships and more. Chennai: May 16, 2018, 9:00 to 12:30 hrs, Auditorium, IC & SR Building, IIT Madras, Chennai 600036 Read more
Webinar: Online Master in Renewable Energy by U Kassel/ U Freiburg/ U Oldenburg Join this webinar to learn more about the prerequisites and application procedures for this online Master programme and get your questions answered by experts. May 17, 2018, 15:00 hrs IST, any place convenient to the participant with good internet connection Read more
Webinar: Bachelor Studies in Germany Join this webinar to learn more about the prerequisites and application procedures for a bachelors in Germany. May 24, 2018, 15:00 hrs IST, any place convenient to the participant with good internet connection Read more
Info-Session – PhD in Germany Find out everything about PhD in Germany - eligibility, admission procedures, scholarships and more. New Delhi: May 25, 2018, 15:00 hrs, DAAD, DLTA Complex, 1 Africa Avenue, New Delhi 110029 Attendance only by registration Read more
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| | top | | | Calls for Proposals: Funding opportunities and Scholarships | | Doctoral student positions at the IMPRS on Multiscale Bio-Systems Applications of Master's and diploma students in physics, chemistry, biology, or material sciences are invited for doctoral positions at the IMPRS on Multiscale Bio-systems. The IMPRS on Multiscale Bio-Systems addresses the fundamental levels of Biosystems as provided by macromolecules in aqueous solutions, molecular recognition between these building blocks, free energy transduction by molecular machines as well as structure formation and transport in cells and tissues. The research activities are focused on four core areas: Molecular recognition of biopolymers, Photo-induced molecular processes, Cell-like systems and processes, Tissue-like systems and processes. Application deadline: May 11, 2018 Read more
Green Talents – International Forum for High-Potentials in Sustainable Development Applications are invited for this year’s Green Talents - International Forum for High Potentials in Sustainable Development. The German Federal Ministry of Education and Research has held the prestigious “Green Talents – International Forum for High Potentials in Sustainable Development” since 2009. The award honours 25 young researchers every year. Thus, the Green Talents Competition successfully encourages the global exchange of innovative green ideas from various fields of research. Since its inception, the award has recognised 207 young researchers and scientists from 57 nations for their outstanding achievements and contributions to making their communities, countries and societies more sustainable. The award-winners are selected by a jury of renowned German experts and are granted unique access to Germany's research elite. Application deadline: May 23, 2018 Read more
DAAD Press Tour – Call for Applications The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) invites a delegation of 15 international science journalists on a press tour to Germany on the future of work from 21 to 26 October 2018. This press tour picks up the topic of the "Science Year 2018 – Working Life of the Future", and sets out to explore the challenges and opportunities of the working life of the future. Journalists will meet researchers and developers at German research institutes, universities and companies. Application deadline: May 21, 2018 Read more
PhD Position in Solar Physics The department "Sun and Heliosphere" at the Max-Planck-Institute for Solar System Research invites applications for a PhD position in solar physics. The research topic will be in the field of solar physics, comprising solar magnetic fields including dynamo processes, solar variability and climate, and physics of the photosphere, chromosphere, transition region, and corona. Applicants must have a M.Sc. degree or equivalent in physics or a related field, including a written Masters thesis. Application deadline: May 31, 2018 Read more
Young Ambassador Programme 2018 If you are a student or student researcher and have recently returned from a study stay in Germany and you loved it, tell others how great it was. Become a DAAD Young Ambassador! Young Ambassadors are students or young professionals who have studied or carried out research at a university or research institute in Germany and are interested in promoting education in Germany. Through the Young Ambassadors Programme, selected candidates will be able to keep their ties to Germany alive, hone their presentation and organizational skills and make a difference in something they feel strongly about. Application deadline: June 11, 2018 Read more
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| | top | | | Know the Indo-German science landscape: O.P. Jindal Global University | | To acquaint our readers with the scientific scenario in India and Germany and to highlight the Indo-German cooperation in the field of science and technology, we would like to introduce one German or Indian Science institution in every edition, as a new feature in our newsletter.
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O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU) is a young non-profit University situated in the Northern periphery of the National Capital Region of Delhi. The University is a philanthropic initiative of Founding Chancellor Naveen Jindal in memory of his father, O.P. Jindal, established by the Government of Haryana in 2009. It offers full time and part-time admissions to different programmes for both national and international students. It is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and has achieved ‘A+’ grade status awarded by the National Accreditation & Assessment Council (NAAC) in 2016 and has been awarded the highest DIAMOND RATING by QS I-Gauge at the launch of India’s first nationwide higher education rating system in March 2018. JGU is a social science oriented University with eight schools till date. The University is deeply committed to its core academic values of cutting-edge interdisciplinary research and teaching, student-centered pedagogy, and a global outlook. Video about the University Read more
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