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Monday, 31 August 2020

News from NMAMIT | Dr.Vijeesh receives AICTE funding

Dr. Vijeesh V, Assoc. Professor, Dept. of Mechanical Engineering, NMAM Institute of Technology, Nitte received Rs.6,76,471 from AICTE, for his project entitled ‘Investigation on methods to reduce smut formation in Wire-Arc-Additive manufacturing of aluminium alloys’ under the Research Promotion Scheme (RPS). In addition to carrying out research on the said topic, the grant will facilitate studies on the effect of process parameters such as wire speed, gas flow rate, current, deposition speed & metal transfer mode. NMAMIT-Fronius Centre for Welding Technology established in 2018, provides consultancy services to industries.

Upcoming event | Invitation to Startups Induction Programme - 2nd September 2020

 


Friday, 28 August 2020

Webinar on National Education Policy 2020 and Higher Education: Issues and Challenges 0n 31.8.2020 at 11.00 am- 12.30 P.M

 


Formal inauguration of youth red cross unit

The Youth Red Cross Unit of Nitte (Deemed to be University) organized the formal inauguration and volunteer orientation program on 27th August 2020 through the virtual platform. The keynote address was delivered by Prof. Dr. Satheesh Kumar Bhandary, Vice-Chancellor, Nitte DU. In his opening remarks, he said that the YRC must focus on providing voluntary service to the society and further advised that the YRC unit must plan and implement health promotion activities for the benefit of society. The chief guest, Shri. CA.Shantharam Shetty, Chairman, IRCS DK District Zone delivered the inaugural address and emphasized on collaborative activities that can be chalked out along with District branch. Dr. Kumar V.L.S, Vice Chairman, IRCS, Karnataka state Branch was the resource person and the guest of honour. He elaborated on the various roles of YRC during disaster management with practical examples and images. The sessions were moderated by Dr. Krishna Prasad, Asst Professor, KSHEMA. 
 
Mrs. Latha.S, Youth Red Cross Coordinator of Nitte DU welcomed the gathering and delivered the vote of thanks. The program was coordinated by the Youth Red Cross Coordinator and program officers of Nitte DU.



Wednesday, 26 August 2020

Press release | NMAMIT

 


News from Medical Education Unit KSHEMA | Curriculum Implementation Support Program

The Medical Education Unit, KSHEMA jointly in association with JNMC, Belagavi MCI Nodal Centre for Faculty Development conducted an online 2-day Curriculum Implementation Support Program on 25th & 26th August 2020 for the in-house faculty of KSHEMA. 

Prof. (Dr) Sheetal Harakuni, Dept. of Microbiology and MEU member, JNMC, Belgavi was the MCI deputed observer. Recent concepts of the new curriculum like competency-based medical education, alignment & integration, foundation course, skill development, electives, early clinical exposure, assessment, GMER 2019, curricular governance and the role of faculty development were discussed. 

Dr. Kishan Prasad HL, MEU Coordinator welcomed the participants and the observer. Dr. Harsha Halahalli, Director (Curriculum Development), Nitte DU organised the online program. The MEU and Curriculum Committee members were the resource persons. 

30 staff members of pre/para/clinical specialities participated in the program.



Upcoming event | Inauguration of Nitte (DU) YRC unit and Volunteer's orientation programme on 27th August 2020

 


Monday, 24 August 2020

Press release on The Hindu

 

News from Dr. N.S.A.M PU College, Mangaluru | Sadbhavana Diwas

 The birth anniversary of former Prime Minister of India, Late Sri. Rajiv Gandhi was celebrated on 20th August as ‘Sadbhavana Diwas’ at Dr. NSAM PU College, Mangaluru. 

Principal Dr. Naveen Shetty K administered the oath and oriented the NSS students’ and staff regarding the importance of observing ‘Sadbhavana Diwas’.  He emphasized on the need to promote goodwill among people and adopt non-violent means to resolve issues. 

The following pledge was taken by all faculty of the college. “I take this solemn pledge that I will work for the emotional oneness and harmony of all the people of India, regardless of caste, region, religion or language. I further pledge that I shall resolve all differences among us through dialogue and constitutional means without resorting to violence.” 

Mrs. Sandhya, NSS officer organized the program.




Friday, 21 August 2020

Coastal Karnataka’s first plasma therapy unit in its Justice K S Hegde hospital.


Nitte (Deemed to be University) has obtained approval to open coastal Karnataka’s first plasma therapy unit in its Justice K S Hegde hospital.

The permission has been granted by the drug controller general of India considering blood bank facilities. The unit received plasma from three donors on the very first day and treated COVID-19 patients from it. The treatment is possible by modern instruments, expert doctors and a well-equipped blood bank.

Nitte university's blood bank is the first in coastal Karnataka which has single donor platelet facilities.

Adults above 18 years including women who have not yet conceived, weighing more than 55 kgs and recovered from COVID-19 can donate plasma after 28 days of discharge from hospital.

For further details in this regard, people can contact the No. 8971010000 as stated by the Medical Superintendent of Justice K S Hegde hospital.   


Thursday, 20 August 2020

News from NMAMIT | Inauguration of iMac Lab for Skill and Personality Development Program Centre for SC/ST students

The iMac lab of Skill & Personality Development Program Centre for SC/ST students at 
NMAMIT, Nitte was inaugurated by Sri. Vishal Hegde, Trustee, Nitte Education Trust and 
Pro-Chancellor (Admn), Nitte (Deemed to be University) on 20th August 2020.
Funded by AICTE, New Delhi, this Centre will engage in imparting language skills, 
interpersonal skills, interview facing skills, entrepreneurial skills in addition to software 
development skills using ios platform. 
A total of Rs.18 lakhs has been received from AICTE for establishing this Centre.


Press release

Wednesday, 19 August 2020

The Nitte (Deemed University) signed a Memorandum of Understanding with St Marianna University School of Medicine, Japan

The Nitte (Deemed University) signed a Memorandum of Understanding with St Marianna University School of Medicine, Japan, after a video conference with the university authorities. 

As per the MoU, both the universities would work together on student and faculty exchanges and collaborative research in areas of mutual interest. During the Google Meet, Dr Hiroaki Kitagawa, president of St Marianna University, touched upon the immense opportunities for collaboration and requested the participants to leverage from the MoU.
Dr Satheesh Kumar Bhandary, vice-chancellor of Nitte (Deemed to be University), expressed his happiness about the collaborative initiative and charted a road map for working together. In his opening remarks, Dr M S Moodithaya, pro vice-chancellor explained the genesis of the association between the two universities and the way forward for the partnering Universities.

Alka Kulkarni, registrar, Dr Prakash P S, dean, KSHEMA, Indrani Karunasagar, director, research and development, represented Nitte Group in the discussions.

St Marianna University School of Medicine was represented by Tomohiro Kato, dean and Tina Tajima, deputy director, Centre for International Exchange. Harikrishna Bhat, director, International Collaborations–Asia Pacific, NDU, facilitated the meeting and MoU signing activity from Tokyo.

                              Vijaya Karnataka
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Upcoming event | NMAMIT | Inauguration of iMac Lab for Skill and Personality Development Program Centre for SC/ST students

News from NSAM PUC, Mangalore | Webinar on 'Virtual World - The New Reality'


"Change is the only constant and success is possible only if one adapts to the changing situation", said Ms Sukanya Rao, Financial Consultant who was the
resource person for the webinar on 'Virtual World -The New Reality' conducted at Dr. NSAM PU College, Mangaluru, on 8th August 2020.

She further said that the pandemic has compelled one to quickly adapt oneself to technology and online classes are today, a reality. She added that just as it is normal to swim in a flood, students must look at online learning positively. They have the opportunity to study from home and schools & colleges have ensured  that academics is not disturbed in any way. 

In his presidential address, Principal, Dr Naveen Shetty K said that worldwide, colleges have been temporarily shut down fearing the pandemic. Online classes and exams have taken their place. Traditional mode of education has been supplemented with digital education.

The webinar was scheduled on CISCO WEBEX Platform and around 200 students participated.

New from NSAM PUC, Mangalore | Independence day celebration

Amidst the ongoing Covid-19 Pandemic, the NSS Unit of Dr. NSAM PU College, Mangalore 
celebrated Independence Day on 15th August 2020 at the college premises with staff and few 
NSS volunteers. 

The Chief guest, Col. Jayachandran (Retd.) unfurled the national flag and 
commemorated the sovereignty of our nation.
Addressing the gathering, Col. Jayachandran said that 15th August is a great day in the history of 
India and it is our duty to pay tribute to great souls who sacrificed their life for the country. He 
emphasized the need to respect all religions, be humane and lead a peaceful life. He also 
apprised the audience about the consistent selfless efforts of the corona warriors.

The ceremony was presided over by the Principal Dr. Naveen Shetty K. In his speech, he said 
that “Our ancestors who were persecuted as serfs during British rule sacrificed their lives for 
the freedom of our country and therefore it is our moral responsibility and duty to strive for the 
betterment of our nation.”

Tuesday, 18 August 2020

74th Independence Day Celebration

Nitte (Deemed to be University) celebrated Independence Day in the campus on 15th August 2020 with a small gathering of 40 members. The event was organized by Nitte Institute of Physiotherapy. 

Prof. (Dr) Alka Kulkarni, Registrar, Nitte DU welcomed the gathering. The Chief Guest, Pujya Swami Jitakamanandaji Maharaj, Adhyaksha, Ramakrishna Math Mangaluru, hoisted the flag and delivered a motivating speech on physical, moral, spiritual and intellectual dimensions of life.

Vice Chancellor of Nitte DU, Prof. Dr. Satheesh Kumar Bhandary, informed the gathering about the different strategies undertaken by the University to confront the pandemic situation and thanked the corona warriors of Nitte.

The event concluded with the vote of thanks delivered by the Principal, NIPT, Prof. (Dr) Dhanesh Kumar K U. 

Ms. Aishwarya Nair was the Master of Ceremony and the event was meticulously coordinated by Ms. Priyanka Nayak and Dr. Rashmitha A P, faculty of NIPT.




News from Dr. MRSM English Medium High School, Tapovana, Thokur | Independence Day Celebration

Independence Day was observed in the presence of the President & members of the PTA and staff of Dr. MRSM School. 

Principal Ms. Shreelatha Rao hoisted the flag. In her address she acknowledged the sacrifices made by the freedom fighters, the selfless service of the military force, police and the Corona warriors. 

Teachers were motivated to be ready to shoulder the responsibility of taking the nation forward through students and realise the dream of the Prime Minister in making the country ‘ATMA NIRBHAR BHARATH’. 

The recorded video with the message of the Independence Day was sent to all the students.


Sunday, 16 August 2020

News from NMAMIT | NMAMIT develops Band Saw Welding Machine

 A team of researchers from the "Center for System Design, Fabrication and Testing", and "NMAMIT-Fronius Center for Welding Technology", Department of Mechanical Engineering, NMAMIT Nitte have developed “Automated Band Saw Welding Machine” for one of the local Timber Industry in Karkala.

The machine was developed with the aim of helping local wood industries to weld the broken band saw blades 'in-house' which makes them self-reliant in reworking the broken band saw blades and increase in their productivity.

A MIG welding machine is used to weld the broken band saw blades in the newly developed system. Arduino MEGA controller is used to control the to and fro motion and velocity of the welding torch using a stepper motor controlled motorised linear stage. The MIG Welding machine and the motorised stage are switched on and off by a push-button provided at the operator interface. The welding current and the wire speed are also controlled by the controller through a set of knobs provided in the operator interface.

This automatic band saw welding machine was provided to a wood sawmill during the COVID-19 pandemic situation when the inter-district movements were prohibited which helped the owner of the sawmill to rework broken band saw blades in his own workshop.





Press release | Nitte Rukmini Adyanthaya Memorial Polytechnic

 

Wednesday, 12 August 2020

News from NMAMIT | AICTE sponsored STTP series

The Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering (E&CE), NMAM Institute of Technology, Nitte has planned an online Short-Term Training Program (STTP) series on ‘Advanced Topics in Machine Learning and Applications in Engineering & Technology’ sponsored by AICTE, New Delhi as noted below: 

7th to 13th August 2020: Mathematical Foundations of Machine Learning (Linear Algebra & Probability Basis)

14th to 21st August 2020: Mathematical Foundations of Machine Learning (Statistics and Neural Basis) 

31st August to 5th September 2020: Advanced Topics and Applications of Machine Learning

The online inaugural function of the STTP series was held on 7th August 2020 at Nitte campus. Sri. N Vinaya Hegde, President, Nitte Education Trust, congratulated the E&CE Dept. for organizing the STTP series with funding from AICTE, New Delhi and hoped that the sessions would be productive and beneficial to the participants.

Dr. Ashok Rao, Former Head, Network Project at CEDT, IISc, Bengaluru was the chief guest and resource person for this event. He highlighted the importance of learning mathematical background to understand the concepts of Machine Learning. 

Dr. Niranjan Chiplunkar, in his presidential remarks, stressed on the importance of Machine Learning in engineering and its interdisciplinary nature.

Dr. Rekha Bhandarkar, Head, Dept. of E&CE and Convener of the STTP welcomed the gathering and highlighted the importance of Machine Learning in the current context. 

Dr. Subramanya Bhat, Organising Secretary briefed about the focus of the STTP and introduced the chief guest. Dr. Roopa Hegde, Assoc. Professor, compered the program.


Press release







News from NMAMIT | World Biofuel Day 2020

 Biofuel Information, Research & Demonstration Centre of the Dept. of Biotechnology, NMAMIT in association with the Rotary Club, Nitte and NSS unit, celebrated 'World Biofuel day' on 10th August 2020 at NMAM Institute of Technology, Nitte by planting the saplings of a biofuel crop 'Simarouba'. 

The event was inaugurated by Dr. Niranjan N Chiplunkar, Principal NMAMIT, Nitte. The Vice Principals Dr. I R Mithanthaya and Dr. Srinivasa Rao B R, Head of Biotechnology Department Dr. C. Vaman Rao, President of Rotary Club Nitte Mr. Suresh Shetty, NSS Coordinator Dr. Janardhana Nayak planted the saplings. 

World Biofuel Day is celebrated annually on 10th August to commemorate the first usage of peanut oil (biofuel) in diesel engine, by Rudolf Diesel. This year, the Govt. of India has initiated several programs to promote biofuel, under the Atmanirbhar Bharat scheme.



News from ABSMIDS | ‘Swachhta Action Plan Institution’