The Computer Science and Engineering-Internet of Things organized Project Expo on 19th May 2023 to provide a platform for participants to showcase their projects. The event brought together tech enthusiasts, curious minds, and seekers of inspiration to demonstrate the practical applications of IoT technology and its potential impact on sustainable development of the country. The aim of the event was to start a discussion between the students and industry professionals about the potential role of IoT in shaping the future of various industries.

The event featured a diverse range of real-world projects that emphasized the benefits of IoT in areas of home automation, industrial monitoring, agriculture, healthcare, environmental monitoring, and transportation. Each project exhibited meticulous planning, innovative design, and flawless execution from the students end. The event brought out the participants’ creativity, ingenuity, and technical expertise through the projects. The hard work of the participants showed the attendees how IoT technology can be harnessed to address various challenges and enhance everyday life.

Mr. Ravindra Bhandari, Vice President, JGI and Dr Hariprasad S A, Director, faculty of Engineering Technology, appreciated the efforts of the students and congratulated them on learning the practical application of their knowledge and skills. Dr Geetha, Director, School of Computer Science and Engineering, praised the students who participated in the project Expo. She took the opportunity to explain to the students how they can apply for patents for their ideas. She further motivated the participants to write and publish their research papers in reputed conference and journals.

Project Expo concluded on a high note, leaving the attendees impressed and inspired by the remarkable projects developed by the students. They were able to exchange ideas with the students and gain valuable insight into the field of IoT. The event not only showcased the students' abilities but also highlighted the endless possibilities and potential of IoT technology.

Jain University hosted a panel discussion on 'Addressing Addictive Behaviours' on 5th May 2023 to raise awareness about the negative impact of addiction. The panel consisted of distinguished names like Mr. SJ Chander, CEO at FSHI, Ms. Ashwini, PhD Scholar at NIMHANS, and Dr. Jayant, Assistant Professor in Psychiatry at NIMHANS. Dr. Pooja Verma, Associate Professor at Jain University also acted as a panellist along with Dr. Manjunath P, HOD at Department of Public Health Dentistry, Government Dental College & Research Institute, and Dr. U Sahayraj, Consultant for Addiction Treatment at CFTFK-FSHI. The discussion was organised by Dr. Raghu N from the National Service Scheme (NSS) Wing and revolved around the harmful effects of drugs, technology, tobacco, and alcohol.

Mr. SJ Chander started the discussion by addressing the impact of drugs on health. He took the opportunity to explain how addiction to drugs can have severe consequences on the human body and mind, leading to health issues and even death. He further mentioned that the use of illicit drugs, such as cocaine and heroin, can have a lasting impact on a person's health, including damage to vital organs like the brain, heart, and lungs. Ms. Ashwini took the mic next and spoke on the harmful effects of technology addiction. She explained to the students that excessive use of smartphones and social media was a leading cause of mental health issues like depression, anxiety, and insomnia. She urged the students to limit their screen time to reduce the negative impact on their mental health.

Next, Dr. Manjunath P addressed the students and talked about the impact of tobacco and alcohol on health. He brought the attention of the students on the severe damage that smoking and alcohol consumption was causing to people’s lungs, liver and other vital organs. He went on to reveal that alcohol and tobacco consumption are increasing the risk of cancer, cardiovascular diseases, and other chronic illnesses. Dr. Pooja Verma took the stage next and highlighted how young people are more susceptible to addiction due to stress, peer pressure, and other social factors. He explained that many students seek out drugs, alcohol, and tobacco as a coping mechanism but instead, get trapped in a vicious cycle.

Dr. Jayant spoke on the consequences of unprotected sex and drug use. He explained to the students that the two were interrelated since drug use can lead to loss of control, resulting in risky behaviour like unprotected sex. He talked about the importance of safe sex practices and the need for individuals to seek help if they are struggling with addiction. Dr. U Sahayraj spoke next and discussed at length the harmful effects of tobacco and the challenges of quitting. He explained that regular tobacco use can cause severe health complications, ranging from stroke, heart disease to cancer. He also talked about the challenges of quitting smoking and the need for treatment and support to overcome addiction.

Throughout the event, students interacted openly with the panellists and asked them relevant questions pertaining to their area of expertise. The guests guided the students and advised them against addiction of all sorts. The panel discussion was a successful event that educated the students on the topic of addiction.

On the 6th of April 2023, the Department of Mechanical Engineering under the Yaanthrik Club organised a seminar on Career Opportunities after Engineering. The primary purpose of the seminar was to introduce students and professionals interested in pursuing higher education in engineering, technology, or science-related fields to the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) exam.

The seminar focused on several key objectives, including providing an overview of the GATE exam pattern, syllabus, eligibility criteria, and registration process as well as explaining the importance of GATE exam scores for admission to postgraduate programmes in prestigious universities and institutes in India and abroad. The seminar also aimed to highlight the benefits of cracking the GATE exam, such as opportunities for research, scholarships, fellowships, and jobs in the public and private sectors.

During the seminar, attendees received guidance on how to prepare effectively for the exam, including study strategies, time management techniques, and the use of resources such as textbooks, study materials, and online tools. Additionally, a Q&A session provided students with the opportunity to ask questions and clarify doubts about the exam and its preparation. The department also provided additional resources, such as study materials, practice tests, and workshops, to support students in their preparation for the GATE exam.

Overall, the seminar offered accurate information about the GATE exam and its preparation as well as guidance and support to help students succeed in their academic and professional pursuits.

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The Astronautical Society of India is organising the IN-SPACe CANSAT India 2022-23 competition, which challenges students to design, develop, and launch a satellite weighing under 0.7 kg to an altitude of 900 meters above the launch site.

Team ARDRA, consisting of B.Tech Aerospace and Robotics students, has made significant progress in the competition. They have successfully completed the Preliminary Design Review (PDR) and are now preparing to qualify for the Comprehensive Design Review (CDR), followed by Mission/Flight Readiness Review.

If they succeed in these stages, their CANSAT will be launched in July 2023, marking a significant achievement in the competition. We look forward to seeing the innovative ideas and technical expertise that Team ARDRA will bring to the table ahead in the competition.

The Faculty of Engineering and Technology inaugurated ICode, the Center of Excellence in Coding and Computational Thinking, on 10 February 2023. The idea of ICode was conceptualised with the objective of shaping the careers of IT students through technical education, research and services that align with the evolving societal needs. The goal is to create a learning environment for the students that promotes research activities and leads to quality placements and personality development.

The ICode initiative was especially launched keeping in mind the needs of the second and third year IT students. The purpose of the centre is to impart quality technical education to learners with competence, knowledge, ethics and social responsibility. ICode was made possible by the tireless efforts and constant encouragement of Dean CSE Dr. Geetha G, Deputy Director Dr. Sengottaiyan N and Director Dr. Hariprasad S A.

After the successful launch of ICode, Prof. Sowmya M S ICode In-charge, addressed the students and made them aware about its activities, initiatives, and upcoming boot camps. Taking the lead on the usage of coding platforms, Prof. Narasimhayya Ellur described the entrepreneurial opportunities that can be created through impeccable coding skills. He went on to explain to the students how following the procedures and activities provided by ICode can help them gain confidence in their coding skills. The launch event ended with huge round of applause by the students who were excited to make the most of this opportunity.

HOLOWORLD is the Skill MetaVerse Augmenting Humans and Robots founded in 2018. They started an interactive campaign, RoboYatra to give students the exposure to cutting-edge technology in Robotics, and AR/VR. The RoboYatra was organized at JAIN University on January 31st under the patronage of The Turing Club (TTC). The one day seminar included a demo of HOLOWORLD’s flagship product, “HoloSuit” which is a motion capture wearable that enables people to experience virtual and augmented experiences in a natural way.

Sanjana, the student coordinator of the TTC initiated the workshop by providing a brief overview of what the event holds, followed by the felicitation of the team members of the HOLOWORLD by the Dean, Dr. Geetha Ganesan, the Program Head of CSE-AIML, Dr. Merin Thomas and Mr. Srinidhi and Ms. Anamika from Miles Education.

The participants got a chance to learn about the fundamentals of ROBOTICS with a live demonstration of a humanoid robot. Dr. Kasar, the Chief Research Officer conducted an interactive session with the students and explained to them metaverse is. He then went on to give a live demonstration of HOLOWORLD’s Robot and its abilities as well as its components.

The students learned that HOLOWORLD uses a combination of Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, Artificial Intelligence, Robotics and 5G for their robot. The hands-on learning experience of the workshop attracted students from all semesters and IT branches who got the opportunity to interact with the team of HOLOWORLD. It was true learning experience for the students as well as the faculty of the School of Computer Science and Engineering.