science education, chemistry, teacher education, science communication, strong believer in community of practice (tweeting in personal capacity)

Pune, India
Joined December 2021
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Day 3 of the #Sikkim Refresher Workshop at @IISERPune blended inquiry with hands-on learning - living labs, GeoGebra, heat experiments & circuit design to role play. Day ended with inspiring interactions with IISER faculty Dr. Leelavati, Dr. Chandrashekhar. With #SCERTSikkim
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India’s Yuva Shakti continues to make a mark globally! Congratulations to our team of Debadatta Priyadarshi, Harshit Singhal, Kabeer Chhillar and Sandeep Kuchi for winning Gold Medals at the 58th International Chemistry Olympiad. This was India’s best performance at this prestigious platform. Their brilliance, dedication and passion for science have made the entire nation proud. It will also motivate countless young minds to study and excel in chemistry.
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Day2 of Sikkim Refresher Workshop: where science, creativity, and culture came together at @IISERPune. From hidden patterns in geometry to the world of carbon, from discovering forces through a tug of war to exploring the Warli art, learning crossed disciplines. With #SCERTSikkim
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Another Golden Sweep by India as our Chemistry team bags 4 Gold medals securing Rank #1 (jointly with China, Vietnam, and Individual Participant (Russia)) at the 58th International Chemistry Olympiad, Uzbekistan (icho2026.uz). 1/5
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There were 363 participants from 93 countries competing in IChO 2026 held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan from July 10-19, 2026. This was India’s 27th participation in the IChO and best performance till date. 2/5
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A proud moment for all of us ❤️🇮🇳
Another Golden Sweep by India as our Chemistry team bags 4 Gold medals securing Rank #1 (jointly with China, Vietnam, and Individual Participant (Russia)) at the 58th International Chemistry Olympiad, Uzbekistan (icho2026.uz). 1/5
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From 6 districts of Sikkim to @IISERPune- our learning journey continues! 33 ICs from Sikkim are @IISERPune this week, building on the success of district-level cascade workshops, Exploring new ideas, and ready to inspire more classrooms. with #SCERTSikkim
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#iRISE Success Story: After iRISE training, Ladakh IC Mr. Tsering Phunchok transformed his classroom into a hands-on Maths Park. Using local materials, games and activities, he made maths joyful and engaging, inspiring his students to win the 2025 District Science & Maths Quiz!
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After all, it all comes down to this — the awe on our students' faces and the sparkle in their eyes. ✨ Our Sikkim ICs share their classroom use of kits @IndiaDST @tatatrusts @TataTech_News @IISERPune @BritishCouncil @RoySocChem facebook.com/share/p/18wMwuB…
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Through our Continuous Engagement Programme (CoEP), students take on monthly low-cost, hands-on STEM challenges that spark creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving. This month's challenge: designing an Acrobat Toy—learning by creating, collaborating, and innovating!
🤖 Made with AI
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What happens when UG science teachers from India 🇮🇳 & the UK 🇬🇧 sit in the same room and tell stories? @IRO_IISERP & @DurhamUni Centre for Academic Development co-hosted the Storytelling in Science Education Symposium
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Announcing the 10th Edition of the Biostatistics Course. In this edition, we are introducing the usage of Gen AI tools for data analysis. For more details and application, please visit: sites.google.com/acads.iiser…
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The application process for the #LodhaGenius #ScienceCircle with #IISERPune is now open! How to Apply: Visit the Application Link: lodhageniusprogramme.com/iis… Sign Up: Click on Step One – Sign Up and create your account. Log In: After signing up, log in using your credentials. Fill in Details: Complete all required information such as: Address Date of Birth Other personal details Select Programme: Under Preferred Programme, choose: “Lodha Genius Science Circle with IISER Pune” (third option in the dropdown). Select Grade: Choose the appropriate grade level. Complete Registration: Carefully review your details and click on “Save and Next” to submit your application. If you have any queries or face technical issues, please feel free to contact the helpline: +91 7678013523 / +91 8433529562
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STEM-Ed | @IISERPune + SCERT Sikkim 3-day refresher WS for 34 Innovation Champions from all districts of Sikkim to build facilitation, reflection, & innovative STEM teaching with a kit of 200+ activities to drive cascade training. @IndiaDST @RoySocChem @TataTech_News @tatatrusts
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Women who question, discover and inspire! Through iRISE, women educators and researchers are inspiring teachers and students and strengthening the future of STEM in India. @IISERPune @IRO_IISERP @RoySocChem @BritishCouncil @tatatrusts @TataTech_News
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iRISE Thought Leadership Forum: Launch of “Framing the Future: Policies that Catalyse India’s Innovation Ecosystem.” A powerful conversation on enabling research, entrepreneurship & transformation ✨ @IISERPune @IndiaDST @RoySocChem @BritishCouncil @tatatrusts @TataTech_News
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300th iRISE–TDS Teacher Training Workshop in Maharashtra at MVPS-Nashik! Grateful to our funders, collaborators, teachers, master trainers 🙏 Here's to many more teachers inspired! @IISERPune @IndiaDST @RoySocChem @BritishCouncil @tatatrusts @TataTech_News @scertmaha
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🔬✨ Celebrate National Science Day 2026 at IISER Pune! ✨🔬 Join us on February 28, 2026 at #iiserpunecampus for an exciting day filled with science, discovery, and hands-on learning! 🧪 Science Shows 🧠 Hands-on Science Activities 🎤 Science Talks 👩‍🔬 Interactions with Scientists 🔍 Demonstrations & Interactive Exhibits ❓ Science Quiz …and much more! 📌 Register now and be part of the celebration: iiserpune.ac.in/events/5090/… #NationalScienceDay #ScienceForAll #IISERPune #Outreach #PublicEngagement #NSD2026 @ScienceActivity @SMC_IISERPune @IRO_IISERP @EduMinOfIndia
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ECR Level 1 Capacity Building workshop with STEM PhD scholars at SKUAST Kashmir @skuast_kashmir Supporting them to navigate career options after the PhD @BritishCouncil @IndiaDST @IISERPune @RoySocChem @TataTech_News
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Delighted to host a student delegation from #Japan in collaboration with @IndiaDST as part of the DST-INSPIRE MANAK Exposure Visit @InspireManak! This initiative is part of DST's partnership with the Japan Science and Technology Agency #JST. The visiting students interacted with scientists, educators, and industry professionals during this 5-day programme. The programme marked an important step in strengthening Indo-Japanese collaboration in science and technology, youth engagement, and cultural exchange.
Under the @InspireManak of @IndiaDST, school students from Japan visited India (22–26 Dec 2025). Anchored by @IISERPune, the program offered exposure to labs, innovation hubs, industry & culture, sowing the seeds of partnership between students of both countries. @IndianEmbTokyo
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