National Centre for Earth Science Studies

13th Prof. C. Karunakaran Memorial Lecture at NCESS on 28 Aug 2024 by Padma Shri Dr. Shailesh Nayak.

The 13th Prof. C. Karunakaran Memorial Lecture was held today at the National Centre for Earth Science Studies (NCESS), Kerala, with esteemed dignitaries paying homage to Professor C. Karunakaran, the founding Director of NCESS. Padma Shri Dr Shailesh Nayak, Director, National Institute of Advanced Studies (NIAS) Bengaluru, Prof. N. V. Chalapathi Rao, Director, NCESS, Dr M. Baba, Former Director of NCESS, Dr Chitra Karunakaran, d/o Professor C. Karunakaran and also the retired scientists of NCESS were among the dignitaries present. After the welcome address by the Director, NCESS, Dr. M. Baba articulated personal experiences that depicted Professor Karunakaran's substantial contributions and visionary leadership, emphasizing the influence of his dedication on NCESS's foundational principles and mission. During the memorial lecture, Dr Shailesh Nayak delivered a presentation entitled 'Earth Observations from Space: Benefits for Humanity.' He discussed the transformative impact of satellites and their innovative products and services on various aspects of daily life, providing substantial economic and environmental advantages. Dr Nayak underscored the wide-ranging applications of satellite technology in cyclone forecasting, weather monitoring, earthquake and landslide detection, snow and glacier studies, hydrosphere management, flood warnings, drought assessments, fishery advisories, and archaeological research.

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Brainstorming workshop on "Goals for Earth Science Activities of ESSO-NCESS in the upcoming decade (2024-2034)."

The two-day, in-house brainstorming workshop held at the National Centre for Earth Science Studies on July 29-30, 2024, focusing on "Goals for Earth Science Activities of ESSO-NCESS in the upcoming decade (2024-2034)," has successfully concluded. Esteemed experts engaged in comprehensive discussions and produced innovative ideas relevant to this critical subject. Their insights, which are essential in shaping the forthcoming research endeavours of NCESS, have been diligently captured during the workshop.

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Brainstorming Workshop on "Critical Zone Studies for Sustainable Development: Focus on Indian Critical Zone Observatories"

Brainstorming Workshop on "Critical Zone Studies for Sustainable Development: Focus on Indian Critical Zone Observatories" will be held on 27 & 28 May 2024 at the National Centre for Earth Science Studies, Kerala.

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