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Hans India
6 days ago
- Science
- Hans India
3-day Int'l conference concludes at IIT Tirupati
Tirupati: The Third International Conference on Construction Materials and Structures (ICCMS 2025), hosted by the Indian Institute of Technology Tirupati concluded on Saturday. Centred on the theme 'Synergy of Materials and Structures', the conference addressed the urgent need to align materials innovation with advanced structural design to confront the pressing challenges of climate change, resource scarcity, digital transformation and urban complexity. Over 550 delegates from across academia, industry, government and research institutions representing more than 12 countries took part in the conference. During the valedictory session held on Saturday, IIT Tirupati Director Prof KN Satyanarayana presented nine Best Paper and Posters awards, recognising exceptional scholarly contributions across oral and poster categories. Conference chair Prof Bijily Balakrishnan described ICCMS 2025 as one of the most meaningful experiences of her professional life. She emphasised four key outcomes of the conference: The global reaffirmation of the need for low-carbon, high-performance construction materials; the rising importance of digital fabrication and adaptive systems in delivering efficient and resilient structures; the power of cross-sectoral collaborations in informing policy and accelerating innovation; and the essential engagement of young researchers, championed by institutions such as RILEM and ICI. Head of the Civil & Environmental Engineering Prof Suresh Jain and others took part.
The Hindu
15-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Hindu
IIT Tirupati celebrates 10 years with landmark tie-ups
Marking a decade of its existence, the Indian Institute of Technology Tirupati (IIT-T) has announced a series of strategic tie-ups with state, national, and international agencies aimed at benefitting the student community. A standout collaboration is IIT-T's tie-up with the Government of Andhra Pradesh as the official knowledge partner for the Tirupati Spoke of Ratan Tata Innovation Hub (RTIH). This partnership is part of the government's visionary Hub-and-Spoke model for entrepreneurship and innovation. The Tirupati Spoke will serve as a regional catalyst for startup growth and MSME support, working alongside industrial partners such as Adani Group, Amara Raja Group, and Navayuga Engineering Company Ltd. As a knowledge partner, IIT-Tirupati will provide critical support through mentorship, research collaboration, and development of tailored solutions to regional and national challenges—aligning closely with the Viksit Bharat Mission. Another significant partnership is a five-year partnership with carmaker Kia India, supported with an investment commitment of ₹35 crores (2025–2029). This collaboration aims to promote engineering excellence, research-driven innovation, and nurture industry-ready talent in the domains of advanced manufacturing, electric mobility, and sustainable automotive technologies. Kia India will also initiate an internship program with Pre-Placement Offers (PPOs), ensuring smooth industry integration for students. Additionally, merit-based and need-based scholarships will be extended to deserving students, expanding access to advanced education. Addressing a media conference at the campus on Thursday, IIT-T Director Prof. K.N. Satyanarayana said, 'The partnership with Kia goes beyond an MoU—it's a convergence of vision and commitment toward shaping the future of mobility and engineering in India. Together, we aim to create transformative opportunities.' Campus infrastructure On the infrastructure front, under Phase-A civil works worth ₹867.49 crore, furniture and equipment procurement worth ₹224.26 crore, and ₹352.31 crore allocated for recurring expenditure totalling to ₹1,444 crore. The Central government has now approved works under Phase-B amounting to ₹2,313 crore, a major boost to campus infrastructure.
