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PAST EVENT 

December 2024

September 2024

The first edition of the Sci-ROI annual event in Europe took place on September 11, 2023, at the Edinger Institute in Frankfurt, Germany. The event was inaugurated by the Consulate General of India (Frankfurt) and the Embassy of India (Berlin). Dr. Ann-Christin Hau and Dr. Stefan Liebner from the Edinger Institute provided significant support in organizing the event.Heads and directors from leading universities and research institutes in India attended, presenting the history, legacy, mission, and vision of their institutions. They also addressed various questions about the application process. One-on-one sessions between employers and potential employees were arranged to facilitate direct conversations.Participants reported that they gained a clear understanding of the requirements and process for applying to the institutes. The importance of networking was emphasized throughout the event. Over 80% of attendees expressed high satisfaction, and about 70% indicated they would like to attend again next year. Almost all participants expressed interest in joining Sci-ROI’s upcoming online recruitment drives, which will connect applicants with participating institutes actively looking to hire.

9th Annual Meeting in for STEM Professionals in the USA

The 9^th Sci-ROI Annual Meeting 2024 took place on September 14-15, 2024, at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee, USA. This annual event fostered collaboration between scientists and academicians from India and the U.S., aiming to bridge professional opportunities across both countries. The meeting brought together representatives from 20 institutions, with 14 speakers attending in person and 10 joining virtually. The event was supported by 6 on-site volunteers and 14 working behind the scenes to ensure its success. A total of 55 participants attended from outside the host institution, along with 30 from St. Jude. 36 prospective faculty candidates had personal interactions with institute heads from India, leading to over 100 scheduled sessions.

Speakers and panelists represented a diverse range of academic and research institutions, including IISc Bangalore, IIT Kanpur, IIT Gandhinagar, IIT Roorkee, IIT Delhi, IIT BHU, IISER Pune, TIFR Mumbai/Hyderabad, CDFD, CSIR, Shiv Nadar University, Amity University, Ashoka University, Azim Premji University, SRM Institute and BITS Pilani. Additional participation came from the M. S. Swaminathan Research Foundation, DBT, and the Consulate General of India in Atlanta.

The meeting covered topics such as faculty research, institutional collaborations, and cross-border opportunities for scientists. Sessions included faculty introductions, institutional insights, poster sessions, and networking activities, offering a dynamic platform for dialogue. The event concluded with informal networking, offering participants the chance to forge meaningful connections and explore career opportunities in both India and the U.S.

July, 2024

Webinar Series: Quantum Information Sciences in India Are you interested in learning about the emerging trends in quantum information sciences in India and how the concepts of biology and medicine intersect with the principles of engineering? We have just the right webinar for you! Register now to reserve your virtual seat. Which aspects of the webinar are you excited about? Do you already have a question that you would like to ask our speakers? Comment below, and we will raise it during the discussion with our panel. Also, recommend the webinar to a connection who you think might be interested! DATE – JULY 27, 2024; TIME – 7:30-9:30 PM (IST)

May, 2024

Recruitment-drive-may-2024 Sci-ROI 7th Virtual Recruitment Drive is now closed. Closed

April 2024

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Biomedical Engineering: Emerging Prospects in India Sci-ROI invites you to a webinar on Emerging Prospects of Biomedical Engineering in India from 7:30-9:30 PM (IST), April 20, 2024. Delve into how this interdisciplinary field is reshaping healthcare through innovation and research. Whether you’re a student, researcher, or industry professional, this event provides a valuable platform for meaningful discussions about the future of healthcare technology in India Find recording on our YouTube channel and subscribe

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Transition Journey: Moving academia to enter the scientific publishing world Welcome to another captivating episode of Sci-ROI’s podcast series on ‘Beyond Academia’ stories. In this episode, we shine a spotlight on Dr. Jayita Patwari, currently serving as an Associate Editor at Wiley. Dr. Patwari shares her journey of transition from academia to the world of science publication. She obtained her Ph.D. in 2020 in an interdisciplinary domain spanning spectroscopy and nanoscience at the S.N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences in Kolkata. Following this, she worked as a post-doctoral fellow jointly at Ruhr University, Bochum and the University of Duisburg, Essen in Germany. Listen here

February 2024

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DBT Ramalingaswamy re-entry fellowship – 2024 We are excited to announce our first webinar of the year on DBT Ramalingaswamy re-entry fellowship – 2024! Join us as we discuss the application procedure in detail as well as the requirements of the program. Get all your questions answered by the coordinators of this program : Dr. Sanjay Mishra and Dr. Manoj SIngh Rohilla

December 2023

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Call for Volunteers 2024 SciROI is thrilled to announce call for volunteers 2024. Learn more about this event HERE

September-October 2023

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Sci-ROI Global 2023 Annual Event (in-person) SciROI is thrilled to announce that our 8th annual event will be held in-person at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Memphis, Tennessee, USA on 30th September and 1st October. The event will bring together eminent directors of leading Indian institutes, representatives of funding bodies, industry, and recently established faculty members as esteemed speakers and panelists. Don’t miss this unparalleled opportunity to engage with influential leaders and learn more about the STEM ecosystem in India. Learn more about this event HERE

July 2023

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The ‘Biotechnology Ignition Grant’ (BIG) scheme run by the Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC) in India We invite you to join our upcoming focused webinar to learn more about the BIG scheme from three different perspectives – previous successful applicants, hosting partners, and the policy-makers involved in the application/review process Learn more about this event HERE