Can science festivals transform the future of innovation in India? My experience at #ISF2025 says YES!
The India Science Festival (ISF-2025), organized by @FASTIndia, was a remarkable event aimed at popularizing science among the masses. The festival brought together exceptional speakers, both national and international, and featured insightful talks, panel discussions, and interactive sessions that celebrated the wonders of science.
It was incredible to see students' curiosity during my talk on nanotechnology for climate change. Events like these can truly spark a love for science in the younger generation!
However, some challenges emerged, particularly with the audience. A significant number of Marathi-speaking school students struggled with comprehension due to language barriers and the technical level of certain talks, which were more suited for older students. Several teachers pointed out that such events need to cater more effectively to younger audiences and be conducted in regional languages to bridge these gaps.
Overall, #ISF2025 was a much-needed initiative to rekindle interest in science, especially in states like Maharashtra, where students often gravitate toward engineering and medicine.
Hosting similar festivals in local languages across India could further sensitize students and their parents to the critical role of science in societal and planetary well-being.
#IndiaScienceFestival #Nanotechnology #ClimateChange #ScienceForAll #STEMEducation #PopularScience #SicenceInMarathi
The India Science Festival (ISF-2025), organized by @FASTIndia, was a remarkable event aimed at popularizing science among the masses. The festival brought together exceptional speakers, both national and international, and featured insightful talks, panel discussions, and interactive sessions that celebrated the wonders of science.
It was incredible to see students' curiosity during my talk on nanotechnology for climate change. Events like these can truly spark a love for science in the younger generation!
However, some challenges emerged, particularly with the audience. A significant number of Marathi-speaking school students struggled with comprehension due to language barriers and the technical level of certain talks, which were more suited for older students. Several teachers pointed out that such events need to cater more effectively to younger audiences and be conducted in regional languages to bridge these gaps.
Overall, #ISF2025 was a much-needed initiative to rekindle interest in science, especially in states like Maharashtra, where students often gravitate toward engineering and medicine.
Hosting similar festivals in local languages across India could further sensitize students and their parents to the critical role of science in societal and planetary well-being.
#IndiaScienceFestival #Nanotechnology #ClimateChange #ScienceForAll #STEMEducation #PopularScience #SicenceInMarathi