A Round-up of the Kreaverse
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As the New Year unfolds, the Kreaverse is already abuzz with energy and purpose. Students are deeply immersed in their exams, channeling focus and determination to meet academic milestones. Yet, the spirit of Krea shines through, as creativity and collaboration take centre stage with exhibitions and coursework presentations, bringing classroom knowledge to life in inspiring ways.
Amidst the intellectual rigour, a sense of community and joy fills the air as Sankranti approaches, adding a festive rhythm to the busy days. It’s a time of balance — a celebration of tradition, creativity and growth. From academic pursuits to cultural festivities, the start of the year is a true reflection of Krea’s interwoven spirit, where learning and life seamlessly come together.
If you have stories or news to share with the Krea community, we invite you to connect with us at all.commsteam@krea.edu.in.
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Students from various disciplines within the Division of Sciences, School of Interwoven Arts and Sciences (SIAS), went on a day-long scientific visit to the Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research (IGCAR) on 19 December 2024. They were accompanied by Professor T Govindarajan, Visiting Professor, Physics, SIAS and Dr Chirag Dhara, Assistant Professor, Environmental Studies, SIAS. During the visit, they were exposed to various research facilities.
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Dr Govindapuram Suresh, Assistant Professor, Economics, IFMR Graduate School of Business (GSB) is one of the Co-PIs for the project, ‘Drivers and Barriers of Rooftop Solar Power: An Analysis of Micro and Small Size Hotels in India’ sanctioned under Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) Collaborative Empirical Research Project on Solar Energy and Sustainability 2024-25. Other collaborators include Dr Salman Haider, VIT Vellore; Dr Shadab Danish, IIM Raipur; Professor Arup Mitra, SAU Delhi; and Professor Prabakar S, VIT Vellore.
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Roadmap for future climate
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Dr Chirag Dhara, Assistant Professor, Environmental Studies, SIAS, co-led a study published in Frontiers in Climate, invited by the World Climate Research Programme (WCRP). This collaborative effort involved researchers from leading institutions across Asia and lays out a roadmap for future climate research in the continent. Notably, the findings from this work are expected to inform the next Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) report.
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A research article by Dr Randhir Rai, Visiting Faculty, Chemistry, SIAS, titled, Catalytic application of second cycle copper-based laboratory waste forsynthesis of beta-keto-1,2,3-triazole: A micro circular economy approach has been published in the Elsevier journal. This study follows the circular economy principle to explore the catalytic potential of second-cycle cuprous oxide laboratory waste. Undergraduate students generated cuprous oxide as a second cycle waste during a practical session, where they used an aqueous solution of recycled copper sulfate pentahydrate as a Fehling’s reagent A.
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The jigsaw of an MBA programme contains multiple pieces — from the apt curriculum, the accurate blend of field experience, robust internships, fine mentorship to tailor made placement support to a vibrant student life. Each piece needs to fit right with the others to culminate into an experience that is not just right for your career but is also memorable for a lifetime.
Among these, the streams of your choice, which set you apart and give you an edge, are synonymous with the perfect fit.
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We decided to ask some of our students from the MBA Cohort of 2023 - 25 on what the perfect fit was for them. Keep watching this space to hear about the unique traits, career maps, interesting projects, memorable anecdotes, all that set the streams apart.
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Pulicat Bird Atlas, a three-day bird count survey, was a collaborative effort involving the newly formed Tirupati Nature Society, which anchored the event, along with IISER Tirupati, IIT-Tirupati and Krea University. The event brought together bird enthusiasts from across India, including volunteers from Krea University. The survey took place in the ecologically rich areas of Pulicat Lake and Sri City, where the team had the opportunity to observe over 150 bird species. This study was significant as it contributed to ongoing efforts to monitor and conserve biodiversity in the region. The bird count provided valuable data on bird populations, distribution and habitat preferences, which are crucial for understanding ecological trends and guiding conservation strategies.
For more information about this ongoing collaboration: Click here
(Note: This is a re-published news item, with a correction of facts)
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The Literature discipline at Krea organised a talk titled Harnessing Humour by Sarnath Banerjee, an artist and illustrator, on 7 January 2025. The speaker was in conversation with Dr Sayandeb Chowdhury, Senior Assistant Professor, Literature, SIAS on the nature of illustrative humour in print public culture, how one imagines the effect of laughter through illustrations, how illustrative fiction harnesses the strengths of the comic to tell a story and more.
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The students of the Environmental Communication course showcased their exhibits on the 7 and 8 January 2025 on campus. Each year, the course is structured around a specific theme, and this year, the theme was Extinction. In the first few weeks, students read up on various institutional and legal aspects of conservation both nationally and internationally. In the following weeks, they read several non-fiction narratives on extinction and conservation while working on their own narrative non-fiction piece about a species of their choice. The exhibition was the culmination of their work, representing an effort to translate what they had learned into immersive, visual, and public-facing artefacts.
Photo Courtesy: Siddharth Ravikanth and The Media Lab
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Arts 338, an art elective at SIAS, faced numerous disruptions due to breaks, rains, and cyclones, which interfered with the making and drying cycle of the Jaali making course.
However the students adapted and rallied, to innovatively make mock ups of their Jaali patterns on paper to display alongside their sketches, molds and maquettes.
In this course, students study the history and functionality of the traditional perforated screens, known as jaalis. They then learn how to take inspiration from nature, design their own and attempt to create them in clay.
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The Centre for Writing & Pedagogy, Krea University and the Mathematics discipline is presenting an online symposium titled ‘Reflections on the Teaching of Reading & Writing in STEMM’ to be held between 17-19 January 2025. This event aims to bring together global scholars and practitioners to discuss and reflect on the importance of reading and writing in STEMM disciplines.
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Here’s the speaker line-up for day 1
Register here before 15 January 2025
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The campus is a second home for university students, and at Krea, young minds vouch for the experiences they co-create both within and beyond the classrooms. Participants now have the opportunity to step into Krea University’s green and vibrant campus and explore all that it has to offer from 11:00 am to 4.00 pm at the Sri City campus on 19 January 2025. Through an interactive tour, they can connect with the diverse community of faculty, current students, the Director of Admissions & Outreach, and other department heads.
If you know someone who might be interested, direct them here
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Admin office: 196, T.T.K. Road, Alwarpet, Chennai - 600018
Campus: 5655, Central ExpressWay, Sri City, Andhra Pradesh - 517464
www.krea.edu.in
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