Dhanbad: The Department of Environmental Science and Engineering (ESE) at IIT-ISM Dhanbad, in collaboration with University College Dublin (UCD), Ireland, and the EIACP Programme Centre, launched a 4-day workshop on the “Microbial and Chemical Risk Assessment Framework” on 10 December. Part of the institute’s Centenary Lecture Series, the workshop is set to run until December 13, 2024, at the Golden Jubilee Lecture Theatre (GJLT) of IIT-ISM.
The event attracted around 150 participants, including faculty, researchers, and students from various disciplines. The inauguration featured a traditional lamp lighting ceremony by distinguished guests, including Professor Prem Vrat, Chairman of the Board of Governors, IIT-ISM, who served as the Chief Guest; Professor Sukumar Mishra, Director, IIT-ISM, as the Guest of Honour; Dr. Rajat Nag, Assistant Professor at UCD, as the Invited Expert; Professor Sunil Kumar Gupta, Head of the Department of ESE; and Professor S.R. Samadder, Convener of the workshop.
In his address, Professor S.R. Samadder outlined the workshop’s objectives, while Prof. S.K. Gupta highlighted the department’s ongoing initiatives in advancing environmental science and engineering.
Dr. Rajat Nag expressed excitement about the collaboration between IIT-ISM and UCD, with around 60 attendees registered. Professor Sukumar Mishra stressed the importance of international academic partnerships for innovation and knowledge exchange. Chief Guest Professor Prem Vrat praised the workshop’s integration of advanced methodologies with real-world applications, urging participants to contribute to sustainable development goals.
The inaugural ceremony concluded with the felicitation of the guests, followed by a vote of thanks from Professor Riya Dutta, Assistant Professor in the Department of ESE. The session ended with the National Anthem and a group photograph.
The workshop offers a platform for interdisciplinary dialogue, equipping participants with advanced skills in microbial and chemical risk assessment. Attendees will gain practical experience in designing and implementing quantitative risk assessment (QRA) models using state-of-the-art software and tools, ultimately contributing to advancements in food and environmental safety.
