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The Hindu
4 days ago
- Science
- The Hindu
Fisheries college holds training on use of smart sensor technology for marketing packed fish
A training programme on the marketing of packed fishes using smart sensor technology was conducted on Saturday at Muttam, organised by the College of Fisheries Engineering, Nagapattinam. The initiative is part of a project funded by the Unnat Bharat Abhiyan programme of Government of India. D. Kesavan, Assistant Professor and Principal Investigator of the project, demonstrated the preparation and use of an eye sensor capable of detecting spoilage in packed fish without opening the package. The training highlighted seafood as a vital source of protein, valued for its high digestibility and nutritional benefits. However, factors such as odour and the time required for preparation often discourage consumption, especially among working individuals. Hygienically packed, ready-to-cook fish products, enhanced by spoilage-detection sensors, could help increase consumption and reduce food waste. The sensor developed through this initiative enables consumers to visually assess freshness, improving confidence in packed seafood and enhancing its market potential. The project aims to foster entrepreneurship in coastal villages by equipping local communities with accessible, post-harvest technologies. M. Ramar, Assistant Professor and Co-Principal Investigator, participated in the training programme. Over 60 participants, including college students, local youth, panchayat officials, and community members, took part in the training.
The Hindu
18-06-2025
- Science
- The Hindu
Training on green energy from fish waste held in Muttam village
A hands-on training on producing electricity from discarded shrimp and fish shells was conducted in Muttam village by the College of Fisheries Engineering, a constituent college of the Dr. J. Jayalalithaa Fisheries University Nagapattinam, under the Unnat Bharat Abhiyan scheme on Wednesday. Assistant Professor and Principal Investigator M. Ramar explained that the shells can be turned into special tiles. When people walk on these tiles, they create pressure, which is then turned into electricity. This electricity can be stored and used for small things like charging mobile phones or lighting bulbs. The training was part of a project titled 'Development of Piezoelectric Nano-Generator Energy Harvester from Crustacean Shells,' aiming to create local awareness and promote renewable energy practices. Over 60 people, including students, local youth, and panchayat officials, participated. D. Kesavan, Assistant Professor, and S. Monikandon, Co-Principal Investigator from the college were also present.
