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RE: NISER Bhubaneswar - Chitta - 11-10-2022
As per https://www.facebook.com/HFWOdisha/posts/pfbid02qb6zQF22jfYWNHWE2EMRGGGaNbhxu13q6bVYpbQFBirvw6pQZZhy2GageHE6SWepl
Quote:Hon’ble CM Shri Naveen Patnaik has approved the proposal for the establishment of a state-of-the-art Medical Cyclotron unit in Tata Memorial Cancer Hospital, NISER campus, Jatni.
It will provide medical radionuclide for use in PET CT scan creating oportunity for more such facilities in the State.
Odisha Government will fund up to Rs 150 Cr for the purpose & the proposed state-of-the-art Medical Cyclotron facility will be unique to the entire South East Asian region.
RE: NISER Bhubaneswar - Chitta - 11-10-2022
This makes the total investment on this facility to be 800 crores: 150 crore by the state government, 400 crores by the Department of Atomic Energy , and 250 crores by the Tatra Trust.
RE: NISER Bhubaneswar - Chitta - 02-21-2023
The 2023 NEST brochure is out: https://www.nestexam.in/docs/23/NEST2023-Brochure-Syllabus.pdf
NISER has 200 seats and CEBS has 57 seats for the 2023-2028 Integrated MSc Program.
RE: NISER Bhubaneswar - Chitta - 04-10-2023
The faculty situation at NISER, as listed in their web pages, as of today (10th April 2023) is as follows:
- School of Biological Sciences: 21 regular faculty, and 7 visiting faculty
- School of Chemical Sciences: 21 regular faculty
- School of Computer Sciences: 4 regular faculty
- School of Earth & Planetary Sciences: 7 regular faculty, and 3 visiting faculty
- School of Humanities & Social Sciences: 6 regular faculty
- School of Mathematical Sciences: 23 regular faculty, and 1 visiting faculty
- School of Physical Sciences: 33 regular faculty, and 10 visiting faculty
IIT Bhubaneswar faculty situation as listed in their web site today (April 9, 2023).
- School of Basic Sciences: 15 in Physics, 13 in Chemistry, and 14 in Mathematics.
- School of Earth, Ocean & Climate Sciences: 10 regular faculty, and 7 adjunct faculty.
- School of Electrical Science: 10 in Electrical Engineering, 19 in Electronics & Communication Engineering, and 8 in Computer Science and engineering
- School of Humanities, Social Sciences & Management: 7 in Economics, 6 in English, 3 in Psychology, and 3 in Philosophy
- School of Infrastructure: 23 faculty
- School of Mechanical Sciences: 25 faculty
- School of Minerals. Metallurgical and Materials Engineering: 12 faculty
RE: NISER Bhubaneswar - Chitta - 05-12-2023
Following is the headline from https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/bhubaneswar/pm-lays-stone-for-cancer-hosp-on-niser-campus/articleshow/100173725.cms?from=mdr
PM lays foundation stone for cancer hospital at NISER.
See also https://sambadepaper.com/imageview_50787_185577_4_74_12-05-2023_3_i_1_sf.html
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RE: NISER Bhubaneswar - Chitta - 05-13-2023
RE: NISER Bhubaneswar - Chitta - 07-16-2023
As per https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2023/jul/15/niser-cancer-hospital-project-hits-a-stumbling-block-as-tata-trusts-backs-out-2595086.html and https://sambadepaper.com/imageview_63804_185925_4_71_16-07-2023_3_i_1_sf.html Tata Trust has withdrawn from the NISER Cancer hospital project and has been replaced by Tata Steel. The earlier financial commitment by Tata Trust will be taken care of by Tata Steel.
RE: NISER Bhubaneswar - Popeye - 07-16-2023
(07-16-2023, 02:06 AM)Chitta Wrote: As per https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2023/jul/15/niser-cancer-hospital-project-hits-a-stumbling-block-as-tata-trusts-backs-out-2595086.html and https://sambadepaper.com/imageview_63804_185925_4_71_16-07-2023_3_i_1_sf.html Tata Trust has withdrawn from the NISER Cancer hospital project and has been replaced by Tata Steel. The earlier financial commitment by Tata Trust will be taken care of by Tata Steel.Why State govt not involving Vedanta Group ? if i'm not wrong Vedanta group also has a Cancer research hospital at Raipur, Chhattisgarh location. Once that group wanted to build world class University at puri location.
RE: NISER Bhubaneswar - Chitta - 07-18-2023
(07-16-2023, 08:51 AM)Popeye Wrote:(07-16-2023, 02:06 AM)Chitta Wrote: As per https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2023/jul/15/niser-cancer-hospital-project-hits-a-stumbling-block-as-tata-trusts-backs-out-2595086.html and https://sambadepaper.com/imageview_63804_185925_4_71_16-07-2023_3_i_1_sf.html Tata Trust has withdrawn from the NISER Cancer hospital project and has been replaced by Tata Steel. The earlier financial commitment by Tata Trust will be taken care of by Tata Steel.Why State govt not involving Vedanta Group ? if i'm not wrong Vedanta group also has a Cancer research hospital at Raipur, Chhattisgarh location. Once that group wanted to build world class University at puri location.
Excellent point. Vedanta group does have a cancer hospital: https://www.vedantaresources.com/Pages/Balco-Medical-Centre.aspx . May be more.
RE: NISER Bhubaneswar - Chitta - 10-07-2023
Following is an excerpt from https://ommcomnews.com/odisha-news/cm-lays-foundation-for-homi-bhabha-cancer-hospital-and-research-centre-at-niser-campus
Quote:CM Lays Foundation For Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospital and Research Centre At NISER Campus
OMMCOM NEWSbyOMMCOM NEWS October 3, 2023in Odisha
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Tuesday laid the foundation for Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospital and Research Centre at NISER Campus in Jatani near Bhubaneswar. This state-of-the-art facility and research centre will be a global standard cancer care, research and Innovation centre. It will be a 200-bed cancer hospital and will be fully commissioned by December 2025.
Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Minister ...
He further informed that the state government has provided over 65 acres of land and financial assistance amounting to Rs 150 crore for the establishment of a Medical Cyclotron facility here. This will be the most advanced Research Level Cyclotron in Asia.
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It may be mentioned here that the Government of Odisha had signed an MoU with Tata Memorial Center, Mumbai, in September 2022 for the establishment of a 200 bedded state-of-the-art cancer hospital by TMC, Mumbai, on the campus of NISER at Jatni near Bhubaneswar.
The HBCHRC is a visionary project dedicated to providing world-class cancer care, research, and support services. This facility will feature cutting-edge technology, house renowned medical experts, and provide a patient-centred approach to cancer treatment. The mission is to improve the lives of individuals and families affected by cancer by offering comprehensive and compassionate care.
The Tata Steel Foundation will build the hospital at a cost of Rs 250 crore and donate it to the Tata Memorial Centre, Department of Atomic Energy, to run it. The Department of Atomic Energy has sanctioned Rs 400 crore to purchase equipment, construct the Dharamshala, residential complex, and hire human resources. The hospital will be fully commissioned by December 2025.
The facility will house the latest cancer treatment technology, including radiation therapy, advanced surgery, chemotherapy, targeted therapies, and stem cell transplants ensuring patients receive the best possible care.
It will be a hub for cancer research, fostering innovation and breakthroughs in cancer treatment and prevention.
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