http://27.109.7.66:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/30 It contains documents related to this Community 2026-04-04T15:07:14Z http://27.109.7.66:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/3411 International conference on metabolism, toxicology, diagnostics and therapeutics Sandesh; Times of India A four-day international conference on metabolism, toxicology, diagnostics, and therapeutics, ICMTDT-2026, commenced at Navrachana University on Tuesday, featuring 50 speakers, including seven international experts. The conference focuses on challenges in biomedical and precision healthcare, with Prof. Chin-Kun Wang from Chung Shan Medical University announcing the launch of the India chapter of the International Society for Precision Health. This chapter, headquartered at NU, aims to enhance global collaboration in precision and preventive healthcare. Prof. LS Shashidhara from the National Centre for Biological Sciences was the guest of honour at the inaugural session. A four-day international conference on metabolism, toxicology, diagnostics and therapeutics, ICMTDT-2026, began on Tuesday at Navrachana University's school of science. The conference will see leading global and Indian experts deliberate on emerging challenges in biomedical and precision healthcare. The conference, which runs until Jan 30, will have 50 speakers, including seven international experts and 43 eminent researchers from premier institutions in the country. The inaugural session was addressed by Prof Chin-Kun Wang of Chung Shan Medical University, Taiwan, president of the International Society for Precision Health (ISPH). Prof Wang formally announced the launch of the India chapter of ISPH, aimed at strengthening global collaboration in precision and preventive healthcare. The India chapter of ISPH will be headquartered at NU. Prof LS Shashidhara, director of the National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS), Bengaluru, attended the inaugural session as the guest of honour. 2026-01-28T00:00:00Z http://27.109.7.66:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/3405 City hosts NUVenture for investor-ready start-ups Times of India Vadodara hosted NUVenture '26, an entrepreneurship fest organized by Navrachana Innovation Foundation to celebrate National Start-up Day under the Start-up India initiative. The event, focusing on execution-ready ventures, featured over 50 start-ups, with 10 revenue-generating firms shortlisted for a closed-door investor session called Venture Vault. Dr. Sachin Parikh emphasized the importance of academic platforms in fostering student-led innovation, while NIF director Dr. Sandeep Vasant highlighted the need for sustainable businesses. An MoU was signed with House of Starts to establish an AI-focused D2C cohort for state founders. Vadodara: Reinforcing Gujarat's growing start-up momentum, Navrachana Innovation Foundation on Monday held NUVenture '26, its flagship innovation and entrepreneurship fest, at Navrachana University (NU), marking National Start-up Day under the Start-up India initiative. The event brought together start-ups, investors, mentors and students, with a focus on execution-ready ventures. Of more than 50 start-ups from across Gujarat that applied, 10 revenue-generating firms were shortlisted to pitch at Venture Vault, a closed-door investor session. Chief guest Dr Sachin Parikh, joint director of the directorate of technical education, Gujarat, underlined the role of academic platforms in nurturing student-led innovation. NIF director Dr Sandeep Vasant said the eco-system must prioritize sustainable businesses over "flashy launches", stressing job creation and real-world impact. The investor panel featured representatives from GVFL, Kovin Tech, Syncoro Ventures, Epic Ventures and House of Starts. NIF also signed an MoU with House of Starts to launch an Al-focused D2C cohort for founders across the state. 2026-01-13T00:00:00Z http://27.109.7.66:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/3397 International conference held at Navrachana University Sandesh; Divya Bhaskar The two-day International Conference on Resilience, held at Navrachana University, gathered scholars, practitioners, and government officials to discuss urban challenges and solutions. Dr. Brian B. Rudkin from the One Sustainable Health for All Foundation emphasized that many urban problems could be addressed through collaboration between leaders and citizens, particularly in the context of climate change. He praised the innovative research from Navrachana University students aimed at tackling disasters such as floods and earthquakes. Provost Prof. Pratyush Shankar highlighted that conventional solutions like flyovers do not address traffic issues; instead, a focus on public transport is necessary for sustainable urban development. Tejal Amin, Chairperson of Navrachana University, noted that the upcoming Khoj Winter School 2025 will revolve around "Paradigms of Development," with projects from 741 students addressing environmental, technological, and socio-economic challenges. A significant research initiative led by third-year students, guided by Professors Dr. Jigar Shah and Dr. Parth Pandya, studied the carbon footprint of public transport in Vadodara. Their findings suggest that increased use of public transport and hybrid vehicles can effectively reduce the city's carbon emissions. International conference held at Navrachana University If leaders decide, every problem will be solved The two-day International Conference on Resilience, held at the city's Navrachana University, brought together scholars, practitioners and senior government officials from diverse disciplinary perspectives and regional representation. In addition to the OSH Forum at the One Sustainable Health for All Foundation in France and the Strategic Initiatives Head Dr. Brian B Rudkin said that every problem in every city can be solved if leaders and citizens decide. Along with this, Dr. Brian said that currently climate change is a problem of every country. At such a time, I welcome the research done by the students of Navrachana University to solve problems like floods and earthquakes. This kind of research has not been seen anywhere. Every city has problems and their solution is possible only when the leaders and citizens of that city come together to discuss that issue and work on it. In the era of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Human Intelligence (HI) is gaining ground. Along with this, Navrachana University Provost Prof. Pratyush Shankar said that flyovers are not the solution to the traffic problem of any city. Proper use of public transport can solve the traffic problem of the city. Talking about the current Vadodara, it may be necessary to redesign the city's roads. In addition, Navrachana University Chairperson Tejal Amin said that the theme of the university's Khoj Winter School 2025 has been kept as Paradigms of Development. Under which 741 students have created projects under the guidance of 65 faculty members. Which have covered urban and rural resilience, environment, sustainability and technological innovations and economic, social and cultural challenges. Vadodara Municipal Commissioner IAS Arun Mahesh Babu was especially present at the inauguration. Public transport can reduce the city's carbon footprint - 17 students of Navrachana University, studying in the third year of three streams - Journalism and Mass Communication, Science and BBA, have conducted a research on the increasing carbon footprint of the city's public transport along with four-wheelers under the guidance of the university's professors Dr. Jigar Shah and Dr. Parth Pandya for 45 days. In which they found that if citizens use more and more public transport and hybrid vehicles in addition to EVs, then they will be able to reduce the carbon footprint. 2026-01-10T00:00:00Z http://27.109.7.66:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/3095 Navrachana University's 13th convocation ceremony held, 844 students awarded degrees Sandesh; Divya Bhaskar Navrachana University's 13th convocation ceremony awarded degrees to 844 students, including 7 PhDs and 19 gold medalists, with a graduation success rate of 96%. The degrees were conferred by University President Rahul Amin and Chairperson Tejal Amin, in presence of the Board of Governance. HAG Professor Dr. Radhakant Padhi delivered the keynote address, emphasizing the significance of deeper learning and interdisciplinary approaches. Chairperson Tejal Amin highlighted that 53% of the graduates were girls, including 11 gold medalists and 4 PhD awardees. The event showcased achievements across multiple disciplines within the university. 19 gold medalists awarded degrees along with seven PhDs Navrachana University's 13th convocation ceremony held, 844 students awarded degrees Dr. Radhakant Padhi, HAG Professor of Aerospace Engineering was present. The 13th convocation ceremony of Navrachana University in Bhayli area of the city was held on Saturday, in which a total of 844 students were conferred degrees. Among these students, 7 PhD awardees and 19 gold medalists were conferred the convocation ceremony in the presence of HAG Professor and HAL Chair Professor Dr. Radhakant Padhi, Department of Aerospace Engineering. A total of 844 students from the Schools of Business and Law, Engineering and Technology (SET), Science (SOS), Environmental Design and Architecture (SEDA) and Liberal Studies and Education (SLSE) of Navrachana University, Vadodara, were conferred degrees under 25 programs. The graduation success rate is 96%. The students who graduated included 451 girls and 393 boys, including 7 PhD awardees and 19 gold medalists. The PhDs ranged from advanced and cutting-edge technology to important issues in healthcare. The degrees were conferred by the University President Rahul Amin and Chairperson Tejal Amin in the presence of the Board of Governance, Board of Management and the University leadership. Chairperson Tejal Amin said, “I am very happy to inform you that out of 844 students, 53% are girls. Out of these, 19 gold medals including 11 girls and 8 boys, 7 Ph.D. including 4 girls and 3 boys, Ph.D. degree was awarded. A university degree is just the first step in the ocean of knowledge. The Chief Guest asked the students to move beyond the "what" and "how" and focus on the deeper "y" of learning. A university degree is just the first step in the ocean of knowledge. Drawing inspiration from the ideas explored in his educational and motivational articles, he spoke about the importance of integrated purpose, like the precision and coherence required when many things move in the same direction at once. He encouraged them to bring interdisciplinary learning, humility and momentum to life, saying that "AI minus I A is just A" and asked the graduates to give something back to the society and work every day towards building a developed India with honesty and commitment. - Dr. Radhakant Padhi, Chief Guest 2025-12-15T00:00:00Z