Kanpur: The School of Life Sciences and Biotechnology at Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University (CSJMU) organised ‘SAMVAD – Conversation That Inspires Change’ to promote scientific dialogue, research and innovation, with participation from academicians, researchers, faculty members and students, including representatives from Japan.The programme was held under the guidance of vice-chancellor Prof Vinay Kumar Pathak and the leadership of Prof Sudhir Kumar Awasthi, dean of advanced studies in life sciences.The chief speaker was Dr Vikas Pandey, assistant professor at WPI-PRIME, Osaka University, Japan, and co-founder of the PRAN Foundation. Japanese academicians Prof Yoshiyuki Kubota and Prof Mitsuo Suga were also present.Pandey spoke about mathematical and computational biology, modelling and their applications in contemporary biological research. He also shared details of the PRAN Foundation’s activities. Interacting with students, he highlighted emerging research opportunities and the importance of developing a scientific outlook.Earlier, the visiting academicians toured the Hargovind Khurana Centre for Life Science Research. Prof Pramod Kumar Yadav and Dr V Shreharsha briefed them on the research activities being undertaken at the centre. The guests appreciated the work after reviewing the ongoing research.The programme began with the lighting of the ceremonial lamp. It was coordinated by School director Prof Anuradha Kalani, Prof Rajeev Mishra and Anurag Sharma. Dr Alok Pandey delivered the vote of thanks. Members and volunteers of the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad also extended support in organising the event.The programme provided students an opportunity to engage with international research experiences, nurture scientific curiosity and explore emerging possibilities in research and innovation.
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