CS2, IISER Bhopal

The Vigyan Pratibha (VP) Team, IISER Bhopal visited PM Shri Kendriya Vidyalaya CRPF Bangrasia, where the school’s mathematics teacher conducted the Learning Unit “Is Your Polygon the Same as Mine?”. Through an engaging hands-on activity, students explored the essential conditions required to construct a polygon, developing their understanding of sides, vertices, and geometric properties through inquiry and discussion.

IISER Bhopal Ministry of Education Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education,TIFR Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan

𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁!

Applications are now open for the One-Week Residential STP/FDP on Semiconductor and Electronic Device Technologies, organized by MMTTC under CS2, IISER Bhopal.

𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀: 𝟭𝟳–𝟮𝟮 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

This programme is open to faculty members of Central and State Universities, affiliated colleges, and private institutions.

𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻?
🔹 UGC-CAS compliant certificate upon successful completion
🔹 NOC can be submitted during registration or at a later stage
🔹 Learn from experts through lectures and hands-on sessions on semiconductor and electronic device technologies

𝗟𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿: 10 August 2026

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𝗤𝘂𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀: 0755-269-2416
𝗘𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗹: [email protected]

Join us to strengthen your knowledge of semiconductor and electronic device technologies and connect with fellow educators from across the country.

Please share this opportunity with your colleagues and academic network.

IISER Bhopal Ministry of Education University Grants Commission Department of Biotechnology, India Department of Science and Technology, Government of India

The five-day Vigyan Pratibha Teachers' Workshop 2026 at IISER Bhopal concluded successfully with the enthusiastic participation of 48 teachers. The workshop provided a platform for teachers to engage in hands-on Science and Mathematics Learning Units (LUs), exchange innovative teaching practices, and strengthen inquiry-based learning. Participants also visited the Central Instrumentation Facility (CIF) and the Central Library, gaining insights into the advanced research facilities and academic resources at IISER Bhopal.Together, the workshop reaffirmed the commitment to fostering scientific curiosity and promoting activity-based learning in classrooms.

IISER Bhopal Ministry of Education Department of Biotechnology, India Department of Science and Technology, Government of India Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education,TIFR Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya -JNV Department of Atomic Energy, India

The Centre for Science and Society (CS2), IISER Bhopal, welcomed students participating in the SRIJAN Internship under Vidyarthi Vigyan Manthan (VVM), along with members of the organizing team, for an academic visit on 31 July 2026.

During the visit, Prof. Apurba Lal Koner, Department of Chemistry, interacted with the students and provided an overview of IISER Bhopal, highlighting the Institute's academic programmes, research ecosystem, and scientific initiatives.

The participants visited the Undergraduate Laboratories of Chemistry and Biology, as well as the Moon Lab, where they observed experimental demonstrations and gained valuable exposure to laboratory-based scientific learning.

The visit aimed to foster scientific curiosity, strengthen students' understanding of research-oriented education, and motivate them to pursue higher studies and careers in science and technology.

Through such outreach programmes, IISER Bhopal continues to promote scientific awareness and inspire young learners by providing meaningful opportunities for academic engagement.

IISER Bhopal Ministry of Education Department of Biotechnology, India Department of Science and Technology, Government of India

Day 2 | Vigyan Pratibha Teachers' Workshop

The second day of the Vigyan Pratibha Teachers' Workshop , IISER Bhopal focused on making mathematics and science learning more engaging through interactive and hands-on activities.

Mathematics and Science teachers participated separately in Maths and Science Learning Units, engaging in subject-specific sessions designed to promote concept-based learning and demonstrate practical, activity-based teaching approaches for enhancing students' understanding. Some common concepts like buoyancy, Viscosity, and Archimedes' Principle for science. In maths, Learning units covered concepts like logic, modular arithmetic and principles of number theory.

The sessions were conducted by
Dr. Aaloka Kanhere, HBCSE, Mumbai | Dr. Mukul Mhaskey, HBCSE, Mumbai | Prof. Amit Paul, IISER Bhopal | Dr. Ajit Bhand, IISER Bhopal

Through these activity-based sessions, participants explored innovative teaching methods that promote curiosity, logical reasoning, problem-solving, and conceptual understanding. The workshop provided valuable ideas and resources that teachers can effectively incorporate into their classrooms.
IISER Bhopal Ministry of Education Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education,TIFR Department of Science and Technology, Government of India Department of Biotechnology, India

𝗩𝗶𝗴𝘆𝗮𝗻 𝗣𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗯𝗵𝗮 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀' 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 | 𝗜𝗜𝗦𝗘𝗥 𝗕𝗵𝗼𝗽𝗮𝗹

IISER Bhopal is hosting the Vigyan Pratibha Teachers' Workshop 2026, a five-day immersive programme being conducted from 27 July to 31 July 2026. The workshop brings together educators from Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVs), Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs), and Atomic Energy Central Schools (AECSs) across Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan.

The workshop commenced with engaging Vigyan Pratibha learning units, including

🔹 Learning Unit 1: My Food, My Choice – led by Prof. J. Sankar, IISER Bhopal
🔹 Learning Unit 2: Finding the Right Path – led by Dr. Aaloka Kanhere, HBCSE, Mumbai

The ongoing workshop provides teachers with opportunities to engage in hands-on laboratory sessions, interactive Science and Mathematics learning units, interact with IISER Bhopal faculty members , and exposure to the institute’s advanced research facilities. These experiences aim to introduce innovative teaching approaches and strengthen classroom practices, enabling educators to inspire curiosity and scientific thinking among students.

At IISER Bhopal, we believe that empowering teachers is one of the most effective ways to inspire the next generation of scientific thinkers.

Ministry of Education Department of Science and Technology, Government of India Department of Biotechnology, India

Inspiring Young Minds Through Scientific Exploration

The Centre for Science and Society (CS2), IISER Bhopal, hosted students and teachers from Sagar Public School, Dwarka Dham, Bhopal, on 24 July 2026 as part of its continuing outreach initiatives aimed at promoting scientific awareness and inquiry-based learning.

The programme commenced with an introductory session by Prof. J. Sankar, Head, CS2, who familiarized the participants with IISER Bhopal's academic programmes, research culture, and scientific ecosystem.

The visitors then visited the Chemistry, Physics, and Biology Undergraduate Laboratories, where they observed live demonstrations and participated in interactive experiments, providing them with practical exposure to scientific concepts and modern laboratory practices.

Through such outreach programmes, IISER Bhopal remains committed to nurturing scientific temper, encouraging curiosity-driven learning, and motivating young students to explore opportunities in science, technology, and research.
IISER Bhopal Ministry of Education Department of Biotechnology, India Department of Science and Technology, Government of India

The Centre for Science and Society (CS2), IISER Bhopal, had the pleasure of welcoming students and accompanying teachers from Sunbeam School, Mughalsarai (Uttar Pradesh) for a two-day academic visit on 20–21 July 2026.

The visit commenced with an engaging science lecture delivered by Prof. Vishal Rai from the Department of Chemistry.

As part of the programme, the students explored the Chemistry, Physics, and Biology Undergraduate Laboratories, where they observed experimental demonstrations and gained insights into laboratory-based learning. They also visited the Central Instrumentation Facility (CIF) to familiarize themselves with advanced scientific instruments and research infrastructure available at the Institute.

Prof. J. Sankar, Head, Centre for Science and Society (CS2), interacted with the students and provided them with an overview of IISER Bhopal.

The visit was designed to provide students with first-hand exposure to scientific research, encourage curiosity, and inspire them to pursue higher education and careers in science and technology.

Such outreach initiatives reflect IISER Bhopal's continued commitment to promoting scientific awareness and nurturing young minds through meaningful academic engagement.

IISER Bhopal Ministry of Education Department of Biotechnology, India Department of Science and Technology, Government of India

The NPTEL-sponsored Hands-on Workshop on Internet of Things (IoT) commenced on 20 July 2026 at IISER Bhopal, under the guidance of Dr. Haroon Rashid Lone from the Department of Electrical Engineering & Computer Science.

Organized with the support of NPTEL and facilitated by the Centre for Science and Society (CS2), the week-long workshop offers participants an immersive learning experience through interactive lectures, hands-on sessions, and practical exposure to IoT technologies. The programme aims to strengthen participants' technical skills while promoting innovation, scientific inquiry, and research-oriented learning.
IISER Bhopal Ministry of Education NPTEL

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Biology Teachers' Workshop under Scientific Social Responsibility (SSR)

The Centre for Science and Society (CS2), IISER Bhopal, successfully organized a Biology Teachers' Workshop under the Scientific Social Responsibility (SSR) initiative on 17 July 2026 for biology teachers from various branches of Sagar Public School, Bhopal.

The programme began with an introduction to IISER Bhopal by Prof. J. Sankar, Head, CS2, followed by an interactive discussion and engaging hands-on sessions conducted by Dr. Varun Chaudhary, Prof. Sunando Datta, Prof. Vinita Gowda and Dr. Vimlesh Kumar from the Department of Biological Sciences.

The workshop provided participants with valuable practical insights and enriched their understanding of modern biological concepts through interactive learning.

We sincerely thank all the participating teachers, faculty members, and staff of IISER Bhopal for making the programme a success.

IISER Bhopal Ministry of Education Department of Biotechnology, India Department of Science and Technology, Government of India