Why in News?
The Vice President of India recently addressed the 15th Graduation Ceremony of the National Institute of Science Education and Research (NISER), Bhubaneswar.
About NISER
- Established in 2006.
- An Autonomous Institute under the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE), Government of India.
- Located about 20 km south of Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
- Equipped with advanced laboratories, computational facilities, library, and residential hostels.
- Affiliated with the Homi Bhabha National Institute (HBNI), Mumbai, a deemed-to-be university under the DAE.
Objectives
- Develop high quality human resources in basic sciences.
- Promote excellence in scientific research and innovation.
- Contribute to India’s knowledge economy through education and research.
Major Activities
- Science Education: Centre of excellence for undergraduate and postgraduate education in basic sciences.
- Offers: Five year Integrated M.Sc. Ph.D. programmes in pure and applied sciences.
- Scientific Research: Conducts theoretical and experimental research in frontier areas of science. Has seven Schools specializing in different scientific disciplines.
- Science Outreach and Policy: Promotes scientific temper through outreach programmes for students and the public. Faculty members contribute to national science policy formulation through various government committees.
About Homi Bhabha National Institute (HBNI)
- Established in 2005.
- A Deemed to be University under the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE).
- Headquartered in Mumbai.
- Integrates academic programmes of premier DAE institutions to promote advanced education and research in science, engineering, and technology.
[2015] Indira Gandhi Peace Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development for 2014 was given to which of the following?
[A] Bhabha Atomic Research Centre
[B] Indian Institute of Science
[C] Indian Space Research Organization
[D] Tata Institute of Fundamental Research