Girls are not just the leaders of tomorrow; they are the change-makers of today – (International Day of the Girl Child 2024: Quotes)

The Andhra Loyola Institute of Engineering and Technology (ALIET) marked the International Day of the Girl Child with a successful event focused on empowering and inspiring young women. Organized by the Women’s Cell in collaboration with the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC), on October 10, 2024 the program highlighted the importance of women empowerment. The event began with a welcome address by Rev. Fr. Dr. B. Joji Reddy S.J., Secretary and Director of ALIET, who emphasized the relevance of the day. He stated, “Women are the real architects of society”, and their contributions are equally important. Dr. O. Mahesh, Principal of ALIET focused on the equal opportunities for women in all walks of life. Dr. Anantha Lakshmi, Women’s Cell coordinator, expressed her wishes to the students, reminding every girl to be a beacon of hope for the future. Dr. Sr. Candy D’Cunha, IQAC coordinator, encouraged young minds about the significance of the day and elaborated on the freedom women have today to contribute to societal development.

The resource person of the event, Mrs. A. Manjula, Dept. of MCA – Andhra Loyola College (ALC), delivered an inspiring address. She candidly elaborated the various challenges girls face in their lives and stressed the importance of this day, asserting that every girl, regardless of her background, deserves the opportunity to thrive. Mrs. Manjula remarked, “Education is not just a right; it is a powerful tool that can change lives, uplift communities, and transform societies. By investing in girls’ education, we are paving the way for a future where they can break the cycle of poverty, challenge stereotypes, and emerge as leaders in their fields.” She urged the student community to work towards dismantling obstacles, ensuring that every girl has the support and resources she needs to succeed. She interacted with the students which was really enlightening.

The session fostered a rich dialogue, with numerous questions leading to a fruitful exchange of ideas. The International Day of the Girl Child event at ALIET was a resounding success, it providing a platform for young women to learn, connect, and find inspiration. The college’s commitment to empowering women was clearly demonstrated through its vison Forming Men and Women for Others. Thanks to the management of ALIET for such a dynamic initiative.

From September 18, 2024, the 10th Anniversary of the HWPL World Peace Summit is being celebrated in South Korea and various locations worldwide reaching 122 countries. Under the theme ‘Creating World Peace Community Through Regional Collaboration’, this event commemorates, global leaders’ and citizens’ commitment to peace that lasted for a decade, with an eye towards future strategies to promote global harmony.

HWPL stated that the purpose of the anniversary is to review achievements since 2014 and discuss future plans. Various sessions are being held in each country at different levels to gather regional talents and establish networks essential for tailored peace strategies, strengthening regional networks to tackle local peace threats and harnessing collective capacities.

Headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL) is an international NGO affiliated with UN ECOSOC. Through 10 years of international cooperation for peace, HWPL has 500,000 members in 170 countries and is carrying out peace projects through MOAs or MOUs with 1,014 organizations in 105 countries.

Chairman Lee Man-hee of HWPL pointed out that division of religion caused tremendous loss of life, emphasizing that religions must take the lead in dialogue and understanding. “We must work together to create a world of peace and leave it as a legacy for future generations. This is to fulfill our mission as a light that brings life to the global village. Only through love and peace can the world become one,” he said.

In line with the event keyword of regional cooperation, HWPL formed a partnership with the intergovernmental organization Group of 7+(G7+) and high-level political forum organization The Latin American Parliament (Parlatino) to develop peace initiatives. G7+ was established to unite conflict-affected countries by a vision of peace, stability, and development, with 20 member states, and PALATINO was founded to promote development and integration within a framework of full democracy, having 23 member states.

A peace project in the Timor-Leste presented by Minister of Higher Education, Science and Culture, Dr. Jose Honorio da Costa Pereira Jeronimo. He explained that the Ministry and eight higher education institutions partnered with HWPL to introduce peace education in the country. “I believe that peace education will play a crucial role, not just as a simple subject, but in helping students grow into future global citizens and in laying the foundation for peace and stability across society.“ he expressed.

H.E., Prof., Dr. Emil Constantinescu, the 3rd President of Romania and President of Institute for Advanced Studies in Levant Culture and Civilization reminded participants of the 2014 HWPL summit that advocated international cooperation for peacebuilding, “An incredible and impressive image proves that the faith in global peace is very much more than a mere initiative. It was then that I first truly felt that we are all one and be irrespective of our perceived differences. We are all united in one breath in the service of the greater calling of global peace.”

This peace summit engages social representatives in peace projects in different countries. In South Korea, the ‘Together: Connecting Korea’ officially launched for a national campaign for social harmony. Aligning with 230 civil society organizations, this campaign connects generations and diverse cultures, and carries out various environmental protection activities.

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Dr. Mohamed A.A, MD, Bangalore Bioinnovation Centre and Prof Theo Farrell, VC La Trobe University, Australia post signing of MOU at the Victoria Connect event in Bangalore.

Bangalore 20th September 2024 – Australia’s La Trobe University and the Bangalore Bioinnovation Centre (BBC) based in the Indian state of Karnataka will establish a Bio Innovation Corridor paving the way for the sharing of skills, infrastructure and capabilities, under a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed today.

La Trobe University is ranked in the top one per cent of the world’s universities. It has a proud and successful history in India, partnering with tertiary institutions and organisations on projects that benefit both countries and helping develop India’s brightest minds through joint education opportunities.

The Bangalore Bioinnovation Centre is jointly established by the Department of IT, BT and S&T, Government of Karnataka, and the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India, and is aimed at nurturing innovation and entrepreneurship within the biotechnology sector.

The Bio Innovation Corridor will enable entrepreneurs, startup companies, researchers and investors from Karnataka and the Australian state of Victoria to enter and leverage the infrastructure, capabilities and network of the organisations to collaborate and evaluate their Technology Readiness Level (TRL), Commercialization Readiness Level (CRL), and Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL).

It will enable portfolio companies of BBC and researchers of La Trobe to pilot novel biotechnologies with applications across human health, medical, food and agritech for scale-up, regulatory approvals and customer testing in the two states.

Dr. Mohamed Adil A.A, Managing Director of Bangalore Bioinnovation Centre, said BBC encourages interdisciplinary advancement in research and innovation towards entrepreneurship by generating work, wealth and welfare and enabling the community by creating employers than employees.

He said: “The Bio Innovation Corridor between Karnataka and Victoria is a strategic partnership that will foster market access, mentorship, collaboration, and investment in the life sciences sector. By connecting researchers, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders from both regions, they aim to accelerate innovation leading to global unicorns.”

La Trobe University Vice-Chancellor Professor Theo Farrell said: “We are very pleased to announce the creation of this Bio Innovation Corridor between Karnataka and Victoria, and to offer the skills, infrastructure and capabilities of La Trobe University to startups, entrepreneurs and researchers associated with the Bangalore Bioinnovation Centre.

“La Trobe University has a vision to develop an ecosystem of research and innovation through co-location opportunities, including at our University City of the Future at our Melbourne campus in Bundoora and our four Victorian regional campuses.

“This demonstrates our keenness to open opportunities for Karnataka-based entrepreneurs and startups to establish their R&D, innovation, product development and commercialisation facilities in conjunction with La Trobe through a range of innovative business partnership models for access to the Australian market.”

Professor Farrell said La Trobe had recently launched a purpose-built Bio Innovation Hub that will help startup companies develop new technologies in med tech and drug delivery.

The MOU was signed by Prof Farrell and Dr. Mohamed Adil during the Victoria Connect event being organised in Bangalore on 19 September 2024 and as part of showcasing the opportunities between Victoria and Karnataka in the higher education and value-adding technology sectors. 

Contact:

Dr. Mohamed A.A, Managing Director, Bangalore Bioinnovation Centre (+91 9710520522)

Ms. Amruta P Jogalekar, Manager – Corporate & International Relations, Bangalore Bioinnovation Centre (+91 9108560763) www.bioinnovationcentre.com

Amit Malhotra

Megan Fisher, Pro Vice-Chancellor, Industry Engagement, La Trobe University (+61 9479 2070)

Sid Jain, Director of Precinct Development & Operations, La Trobe University (+61 408 764 036)

Bio-Innovation-Hub-April-24-WEB-.pdf (latrobe.edu.au)

About Bangalore Bioinnovation Centre (BBC)                                                                    

Located in Bangalore, Karnataka, often referred to as the “Silicon Valley of India”. BBC strives to cultivate an environment conducive to biotech innovators, startups, and researchers. The rapid growth and success of the Bangalore Bioinnovation Centre (BBC) since its establishment in 2016 highlight its effectiveness as a hub for biotech startups in India. Its strategic focus on supporting innovation across various domains of life sciences, including Healthcare, MedTech, Pharmaceutical, Agriculture, food, and nutrition, Industrial biotechnology, Integrated Veterinary, Bio-IT, Bio-Electronics, Blue economy, sustainability, clean and climate tech underscores its role in addressing critical challenges and driving progress in these areas. BBC provides cutting-edge infrastructure, specialised equipment, mentorship, networking opportunities, and funding support to biotech startups and entrepreneurs. Additionally, BBC fosters collaborations among academia, industry, and government bodies to drive innovation and commercialisation in the biotechnology sector. BBC plays a crucial role in nurturing the growth of biotech startups, accelerating the development of new biotech products and technologies, and contributing to the overall growth of the biotechnology ecosystem in India and the globe. We strive to create an ecosystem for startups from Karnataka to the globe and the globe to Karnataka.

About La Trobe University

For more than 50 years, La Trobe University has been transforming people and societies. Located in Melbourne, Australia, the University works collaboratively across disciplines and with partners to develop fresh ways of thinking and conducting research – constantly seeking new ways to engage with and better serve its partners and communities, to build relationships and develop solutions for the issues facing society. Along with holding its top 300 ranking in Times Higher Education’s World University Rankings 2024, La Trobe earned the prestigious ‘Most Improved – Oceania Award’ in the QS World University Rankings 2025, rising 183 places over the past five years to claim its new spot at 217 of the 1,500 universities evaluated. Read more about La Trobe here.

La Trobe University media enquiries

Charisse Ede

c.ede@latrobe.edu.au, 0404030698, media@latrobe.edu.au

Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan, Dr. Jitendra Kumar, MD BIRAC, La Trobe University VC Prof Theo Farrell & Ms. Michelle Wade, Victoria’s Commissioner to South Asia, post signing of the Letter of Intent

New Delhi, India, 18 September – Australia’s La Trobe University and India’s Biotechnology Industry Research Association Council (BIRAC) have today signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) to establish a Bio Innovation Corridor to support the development of research and innovation.

La Trobe University is ranked in the top one per cent of the world’s universities. It has a proud and successful history in India, partnering with tertiary institutions and organisations on projects that benefit both countries, and helping develop India’s brightest minds through joint education opportunities.

The Bio Innovation Corridor between India and the Australian state of Victoria will open access and provide landing pad opportunities to entrepreneurs, startups and researchers from both countries.

The LOI will enable La Trobe and BIRAC to scale up and foster collaboration with knowledge-based technologies and ideas leveraging biotechnology, with applications in agtech, food tech, medtech, and for human health and wellness purposes.

La Trobe University Vice-Chancellor Professor Theo Farrell said the University was delighted to announce the creation of the Bio Innovation Corridor.

“This exciting new partnership will offer the skills, infrastructure and capabilities of La Trobe University to Indian startups, entrepreneurs and researchers that have ideas and technologies that can be scaled up for applications and commercialisation in Indian and Australian markets,” Professor Farrell said.

“It is part of our vision to develop an ecosystem of research and innovation through co-location opportunities, including at our University City of the Future at our Melbourne campus in Bundoora and our four Victorian regional campuses.

“Here, promising start ups, entrepreneurs and corporates from India can establish their R&D, innovation, product development and commercialisation facilities in conjunction with La Trobe through a range of innovative business partnership models.”

The LOI was signed by Prof Farrell and Dr. Jitendra Kumar, Managing Director of BIRAC, during the Victoria Connect event, which was attended by Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan.

Premier Allan said Victoria was a prime location for both international students and collaboration on important research and innovation.

“The agreement between La Trobe University and BIRAC offers immense opportunities to entrepreneurs and researchers from India through access to La Trobe’s world-class facilities at its campuses in regional Victoria and Melbourne,” the Premier said.

Dr Jitender Kumar from BIRAC said: “Today’s signing of the Letter of Intent between India and La Trobe University represents a significant milestone in the realm of biotechnological advancement. This formalizes our commitment to fostering collaborative research and innovation at the global level. The Bio Innovation Corridor will open new avenues for entrepreneurs by fostering cross-border collaboration and leveraging our collective expertise. This partnership exemplifies the potential of international synergy in advancing cutting-edge solutions for global scientific progress.”

La Trobe recently launched a purpose-built Bio Innovation Hub (BIH) that will help startup companies develop new technologies in med tech and drug delivery.

“Facilities like the Bio Innovation Hub and our Digital Innovation Hub are opportunities where Karnataka-based startups and new technology players will be encouraged to co-locate and work in a vibrant biotechnology-based ecosystem for building their businesses,” Professor Farrell said.

The Victoria Connect event in Delhi organised on 17 September 2024, is showcasing the opportunities between Victoria and India in the higher education and value-adding technology sectors.

Contact:

Amit Malhotra

Megan Fisher, Pro Vice-Chancellor, Industry Engagement, La Trobe University (+61 9479 2070) Sid Jain, Director of Precinct Development & Operations, La Trobe University (+61 408 764 036) Bio-Innovation-Hub-April-24-WEB-.pdf (latrobe.edu.au)

About the Biotechnology Industry Research Association Council (BIRAC)

Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC) is a Not-for-profit, Section 8, Public Sector Enterprise set up by the Department of Biotechnology under the Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India. BIRAC’s mandate is to strengthen and empower emerging Biotech enterprises. The organization is committed to promoting, nurturing and enabling the Biotech Innovation Ecosystem to develop globally competitive affordable products to address the unmet needs of society at large. BIRAC through Public Private Partnership has taken up a multitude of activities from providing funds for high-risk translational research, supporting nascent ideas, capacity building through creating bioincubation centres as shared infrastructure, handholding through mentoring and training, to policy advocacy for empowering the biotech ecosystem in India.

About La Trobe University

For more than 50 years, La Trobe University has been transforming people and societies. Located in Melbourne, Australia, the University works collaboratively across disciplines and with partners to develop fresh ways of thinking and conducting research – constantly seeking new ways to engage with and better serve its partners and communities, to build relationships and develop solutions for the issues facing society. Along with holding its top 300 ranking in Times Higher Education’s World University Rankings 2024, La Trobe earned the prestigious ‘Most Improved – Oceania Award’ in the QS World University Rankings 2025, rising 183 places over the past five years to claim its new spot at 217 of the 1,500 universities evaluated. Read more about La Trobe here.

La Trobe University media enquiries

Charisse Ede

c.ede@latrobe.edu.au, 0404030698, media@latrobe.edu.au

These days, one often talks about the kind of revolution that artificial intelligence or AI has brought in the world. Almost every day, a new application of AI is being discovered in some part of the world. When it comes to understanding, applying, and innovating AI, India has been at the forefront. Several technology-based companies in the country have played an important role in the advancement of AI technology. Galaxy Neuron, a Bengaluru-based tech company, has now come up with Celeste, a revolutionary self-learning AI app that can learn anything.

Elaborating on how this app came into being, Deepak Honakeri, founder of Galaxy Neuron says, “As a company, Galaxy Neuron has been consistently carrying out extensive research on artificial intelligence and working towards finding new and innovative ways to harness its capabilities to bring about an improvement in the lives of people based in all parts of the world. The thought that led to the creation of Celeste was putting together an AI app that would have a mind as curious as human beings and could learn anything you teach it. Apart from processing information well, it does an excellent job of retaining it.”

Celeste has several features that make it a very interesting AI app. One of the biggest benefits of using Celeste is that it works in offline mode and you do not need an active internet connection to run it. Owing to its self-learning feature, the app gets to know about and updates itself to fresh information and the latest trends quickly. The app comes with robust security features which ensure that no data ever gets leaked.

“Celeste is a result of months of hard work and dedicated efforts put in by the team. When you start using this app, you realize it offers several features which no other AI-based learning app has brought to the fore till now. Apart from ensuring that it performs optimally as a learning app, we have also made an effort to ensure that it exhibits a certain degree of versatility and flexibility. One can make this app learn through any kind of PDF data and then, get it to solve problems by asking the right questions. It runs comfortably on all consumer-grade devices including personal computers, gaming laptops, and workstations”, says Honakeri.

Though it has been just a while since Celeste has been launched, the app has already received a very positive response from the users. One can download the app right away conveniently. While the robustness of the app has been appreciated by many, its user-friendly interface, too, has been greatly spoken of. Users can ask any kind of question through the app. They have the option of customizing it as per their domain or field. By launching Celeste, Galaxy Neuron has brought in a positive disruption in the AI learning space which would lead to further innovations in the future.

For more information, visit the website https://galaxy-neuron.com