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IInvenTiv 2024 Wraps Up: 120 Initiatives From 53 HEIs Spotlighted

IInvenTiv-2024, India’s leading R&D innovation fair hosted by higher education institutions, concluded its second edition at the esteemed Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Hyderabad. An initiative of the Ministry of Education, this event brought together industry leaders and academia in an unprecedented way.

The event’s highlight was the signing of a Technology Transfer agreement between IIT Hyderabad and E-Spin Nanotech, marking a major milestone. This partnership aims to commercialize Cellulose-based Nanofiber Feminine Hygiene Products, addressing environmental and health concerns. The agreement was inked on January 19, 2024, by Prof. B.S. Murty, Director, IIT Hyderabad, and Dr. Sandip Patil, Director, E-Spin Nanotech.

The partnership aligns with India’s Industry 4.0 vision, emphasizing innovation and research’s crucial role. IInvenTiv-2024 also hosted insightful panel discussions on various domains, promoting knowledge exchange and collaborative dialogues among experts.

Affordable Healthcare, Agriculture & Food Processing, Defense & Space, Industry 4.0, and Sustainable Technologies were some of the areas explored. These discussions aimed to drive advancements in these sectors and support India’s growth.

The event received accolades from various stakeholders and dignitaries. Omkaram Nalamasu, Senior Vice President, and Global Chief Technology Officer of Applied Materials, Inc., emphasized the significance of such platforms in fostering collaborations and driving economic growth.

IInvenTiv-2024 serves as a bridge between academia and industry, translating innovations into practical solutions. It plays a crucial role in advancing technology and research in India.

The success of IInvenTiv-2024 sets the stage for the 3rd edition, scheduled to take place at IIT Madras.

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