- The CSIR-National Institute of Oceanography (NIO) concluded a month-long certificate course in Oceanography.
- The course aimed to foster collaboration and knowledge exchange among oceanographers and hydrographers, with delegates from Sri Lanka, Mauritius, and Seychelles participating.
- The course covered topics like marine biology, ocean chemistry, seafloor geology, marine instrumentation, and archaeology.
- Participants were also taken to other ocean-related institutes in the state for interdisciplinary learning.
- Prof. Sunil Kumar Singh, Director of CSIR-NIO, emphasized on strengthening bilateral partnerships among littoral nations in understanding the Indian Ocean Region.
- Certificates were distributed to participants by Prof. Sunil Kumar Singh, and the course was coordinated by Dr. Manguesh Uttam Gauns, Senior Principal Scientist & Head, Biological Oceanography Division.
Current Affairs on 19 February, 2024