The School of Biosciences, Mahatma Gandhi University, in collaboration with the National Institute of Plant Science Technology (NIPST) and Kerala Academy of Sciences (KAS), is organizing a programme to commemorate National Science Day 2026.
Theme: Women in Science: Catalysing Viksit Bharat
Date: 05 March 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Venue: Franklin Hall, School of Biosciences, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam
Chief Guest/Inauguration:
Prof. (Dr.) C. T. Aravindakumar
Vice Chancellor, Mahatma Gandhi University
Presidential Address:
Prof. Dr. Linu Mathew
Director, School of Biosciences, MGU
Invited Speakers:
Dr. Ditty Dixon, Associate Professor, School of Chemical Sciences, MGU
Dr. Rekha Karumamkandathil, Senior Scientist, Rubber Research Institute, Kottayam
The event will include invited lectures focusing on career opportunities, work–life balance, and advancements in natural rubber research, followed by discussions and concluding remarks.
📄 Programme Brochure:
Download here –National Science Day 2026