The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi is launching a programme that provides hands-on training in robotics. The six-module course covers topics such as sensing and perception, actuators and motion, and modelling, AI, and machine learning. Participants will work with industry-relevant tools like CAD software, 3D printers, and Arduino to develop practical skills. The programme aims to produce a new generation of leaders who can drive advancements in robotics and foster growth and sustainability. Professor Arnab Chanda from IIT Delhi's Centre for Biomedical Engineering highlighted the relevance of the field, stating that it is no longer a concept of the future but is reshaping industries today.
https://www.ndtv.com/education/iit-delhi-launches-executive-programme-in-robotics-to-bridge-skill-gap-in-emerging-technologies-7435973#pfrom=home-ndtv_mainnavigationIn 2024, Jordan's correctional and rehabilitation centres made significant strides in prioritizing humane and reformative practices under a legal framework that emphasizes human rights. The Swaqa Correctional and Rehabilitation Centre opened a fully licensed vocational training centre, offering inmates training in various fields such as carpentry, interior design, and agriculture, which enables them to acquire valuable skills and certifications upon release. Inmates are also covered by health insurance and receive medical care through the Ministry of Health's partnership with the "Hakim" electronic medical system. The centres provide formal education through accredited schools under the Ministry of Education, as well as cultural and recreational activities such as Quran memorisation, sports competitions, and library access. Additionally, the Addiction Treatment Centre expanded its capacity to accommodate 60 inmates, and measures were put in place to ensure transparency and prevent violations, including surveillance systems, on-site prosecutors, and transparency offices.
https://www.jordantimes.com/news/local/correctional-centres-implement-major-reforms-health-education-rehabilitation-servicesIn Aceh, Indonesia, early warning systems have been set up near shores to alert residents of potential tsunamis. At a public high school in Lhoknga, students participate in disaster simulations, particularly when there is an earthquake warning, and practice evacuating to a designated assembly point on the field. The school was destroyed by the 2004 tsunami that killed over 1,400 schools, including this one, according to a report by the Disaster Mitigation Research Centre at Syiah Kuala University. Some teachers are survivors of the disaster who now educate students about the history and consequences of tsunamis. The school's principal, Eka Sari Dewi, has implemented government policies to educate students on tsunami preparedness, teaching them to remain alert and evacuate when necessary. Students have become more aware and ready to act in response to a disaster after participating in monthly simulations for about a year.
https://www.gulftoday.ae/news/2024/12/25/post-tsunami-generation-stays-vigilant-for-future-calamitiesThe Fatima Jinnah Women's University (FJWU) has opened admissions for its Spring 2025 semester, inviting female students to apply for various undergraduate and graduate programs at its City Campus in Rawalpindi and Chakri Campus. The application deadline is January 6, 2025, with the merit list set to be published on the university's website in early January 2025. FJWU aims to provide a world-class education under the leadership of Vice Chancellor Dr. Bushra Mirza T.I., who has a highly qualified faculty with many foreign degrees. The university offers scholarships, career counselling, and internship opportunities through its Career Development Centre (CDC), which connects students with internships and job placements locally and internationally.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1265445-fjwu-shines-as-top-women-s-varsity-in-pakistan-in-qs-rankingsTens of thousands of Victorian school-leavers are celebrating after receiving more than 47,500 offers for university, TAFE and private college courses for 2025. The offers were made through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre. Students can search their names in a database to see if they have received an offer.
https://www.smh.com.au/national/victoria/every-student-every-course-search-our-database-of-first-round-university-offers-20241220-p5kzxt.htmlMore than 40,000 students have received an offer through the Universities Admissions Centre this morning to study at a university or college in NSW. The offers were made for courses at institutions such as the University of Sydney and the University of New South Wales. Students who received their offers can search our database below to find out which course they have been accepted into, along with the selection rank range required for admission.
https://www.smh.com.au/national/nsw/undergraduate-offers-search-2025-university-courses-20241219-p5kzqt.htmlSheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed, the President of the University of Sharjah (UoS), emphasized the importance of transforming research projects into community-serving initiatives that benefit various sectors. He highlighted a pioneering project at the UoS, which aims to produce green hydrogen from seawater as part of the university's strategy for 2030. The project involves establishing a pilot station with a production capacity of up to 200 kilogrammes of hydrogen per day, and eventually increasing it to 2,000 kilogrammes per day to meet the needs of the Emirate of Sharjah. This initiative is seen as a crucial step towards achieving sustainability and renewable energy goals in the Emirate and the UAE. Sheikh Sultan also reviewed several other projects at the UoS, including an educational programme called "EduMentor" that combines artificial intelligence with entertainment methods to encourage students' participation and learning. He was briefed on a project using artificial intelligence to diagnose neurological and chronic diseases prevalent in the UAE, which aims to improve citizens' quality of life through early diagnosis. Additionally, Sheikh Sultan reviewed the report on the achievements of the UoS Centre of Excellence in Healthy Aging, which focuses on community service, education, scientific research, medical initiatives, and cooperation with government and private entities. The centre's future plans include obtaining more international memberships and cooperating with specialized international organizations. Sheikh Sultan also visited several laboratories at the College of Health Sciences, including an evaluation laboratory for physiotherapy, a spinal health laboratory, and a virtual reality laboratory for nursing skills.
https://www.gulftoday.ae/news/2024/12/15/sultan-bin-ahmed-follows-up-on-research-projects-at-uosPunjab Chief Minister's Complaints Cell and Inspection Team chairman Brigadier (retired) Babar Alaudin visited the Punjab Daanish Schools and Centre of Excellence Authority office in Lahore. During his visit, he praised the schools for their outstanding performance in matriculation and intermediate exams, and was briefed on the achievements of the authority by its Managing Director. The visit also included a ceremonial act where Brigadier Alaudin planted a sapling.
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