Driving Innovation & Impact: A Conversation with Prof. Suman Chakraborty, New Director of IIT Kharagpur 🇮🇳
We dive deep into a 1-hour conversation covering some 🔥 topics:
🗳️ Immediate Administration Priorities
🔬 State of Research at KGP & India
🌍 Opportunities for India to Lead Globally
💙 Mental Health Improvements on Campus🤖 Is AI a Blessing or Curse?
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Youtube Video Episode - https://youtu.be/4ivvkpPn9wk
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Description:
Join us for an insightful and inspiring 58-minute podcast with the visionary new Director of IIT Kharagpur, Professor Suman Chakraborty! In this wide-ranging conversation, we delve into his immediate administrative priorities and long-term vision for one of India's premier technological institutions.Professor Chakraborty, renowned for his pioneering work in microfluidics and affordable diagnostic technologies like COVIRAP, shares his unique perspective on the future of Research in India, highlighting exciting opportunities for the nation to emerge as a global leader. We explore critical topics concerning Mental Health and Well-Being on campus, with Professor Chakraborty outlining his commitment to fostering a nurturing environment, including innovative plans to engage mothers within the campus community.A true advocate for responsible technological advancement, he articulates his compelling vision for Human-Centric AI and its evolving role in engineering education and societal impact. He also candidly addresses some pressing concerns and opportunities for PhD, B.Tech, and M.Tech students, offering invaluable insights for aspiring engineers and researchers.This episode is a must-watch for anyone interested in the future of higher education, technological innovation, and India's journey towards global leadership in science and engineering.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Chapters:00:00 Teasers01:08 Intro - Prof. Suman Chakraborty03:46 Strategic Direction & Priorities of Administration07:27 Enhancing Research Facilities for Students16:16 Improving Campus Culture21:34 Cultural Perceptions and Opportunities in Research26:22 How India has lagged Behind29:12 Opportunities in Indian Research31:56 Changing Perceptions of IIT KGP40:55 Cultural Transformation and Mental Health45:29 AI: Blessing or Curse?51:35 Smart Admin System52:52 The Future of Jobs in an AI World57:23 Outro
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