Key Takeaways
- IIST graduates are encouraged to advance India’s space policy focusing on innovation and social responsibility.
- The institute conferred 309 degrees at its 13th convocation, contributing to significant ISRO projects.
- IIST emphasizes collaborations with global institutions and supports start-ups in space technology innovation.
Advancing Space Exploration
At the 13th convocation of the Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology (IIST), Director of IIT Kharagpur, Suman Chakraborty, highlighted the important role of IIST graduates in shaping India’s space policy. He emphasized a vision focused on achieving more with less while ensuring societal responsibilities in every mission.
Chakraborty praised recent achievements including the development of a microgravity experimental payload and advancements in green propulsion and composite materials for sustainable space systems. He noted significant breakthroughs in machine learning applications for space exploration and encouraged students to pursue ethical innovation and create impactful policies in the field.
Established in 2007, IIST has built strong synergies with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), facilitating collaborations that enhance both academic and industrial horizons. Vice-Chancellor Dipankar Banerjee reported that a total of 309 degrees were conferred this year, which included 124 Bachelor of Technology (BTech) degrees, 17 dual degrees, 130 postgraduate degrees, and 38 PhDs. This raises the cumulative total of IIST graduates to 1,870, with 1,417 alumni directly contributing to key ISRO projects.
The institute continues to expand its international presence through several Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) aimed at fostering innovation within space science and technology. IIST’s initiatives in start-ups and incubation support innovative projects that aim to redefine the future of space exploration.
Additionally, the institute’s infrastructure enhancements, backed by the department of space, further strengthen its mission. Faculty members consistently receive national and international recognition for their contributions to major projects, underscoring IIST’s commitment to maintaining high academic and research standards in the evolving landscape of space technology.
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