Saturday, July 5, 2025

NDLI Quiz on Revolutionizing Education with AI: Leveraging Next-Gen Tools for Smarter Teaching and Learning


As part of the successful Short-Term Training Program (STTP) on “Revolutionizing Education with AI: Leveraging Next-Gen Tools for Smarter Teaching and Learning,” an official quiz was conducted to reinforce the concepts covered during the session in collaboration with the SFIT NDLI Club. The quiz aimed to evaluate participants’ understanding of core AI principles and their applications in the educational context.

Quiz Overview:

  • Duration: Conducted immediately after the STTP on July 4, 2025

  • Format: Multiple-choice questions focused on AI fundamentals, next-gen educational tools, and practical implementation strategies

  • Accessibility: Open to all participants and SFIT students and faculty

  • Objective: To strengthen learning retention and encourage the application of AI-driven teaching methods

Participation & Performance:

  • Total Participants: 8 enthusiastic learners took part in the quiz

  • Top Scorers: Ms, Dhanashri Lamane and Ms. Priya Chaudhari, both Asst. Professors from the Department of Information Technology

Key Takeaways:

  • The quiz results revealed that most participants understood the potential of AI tools to personalize learning and enhance assessment techniques.

  • Areas like ethical considerations in AI and AI integration challenges showed room for further exploration and discussion.

  • The interactive quiz format proved effective in making the learning process engaging and reflective.

Thank you to Ms. Prajyoti Dsilva (Asst. Prof. - INFT) the co-ordinator for this quiz!

Let’s continue this journey—one idea, one innovation, and one inspired mind at a time.

#ISTEApproved #AIinEducation #SmartTeaching #EdTech #SFIT #NDLIClub #DigitalLearning #TeachingWithAI #LifelongLearning #PostEventBlog

๐Ÿ“š Knowledge Connect: Upcoming Conferences, FDPs & Workshops๐Ÿ“ข

๐Ÿ“ข Upcoming Conferences, FDPs & Workshops (2025–26) – Academic Opportunities You Shouldn’t Miss!

Please find below a comprehensive list of 10 upcoming academic events—including Faculty Development Programs (FDPs), National & International Conferences, and Workshops—happening across India (and internationally collaborated) during 2025–26.

These events span a wide range of disciplines—Mathematics, Physics, IoT, Cloud Computing, Smart Systems, and Game Theory—and provide excellent platforms for research presentation, collaboration, networking, and publication.


๐Ÿ”น Featured Academic Events

  1. FDP: Transcending Mathematics
    21–25 July 2025 | Online | Amity University Kolkata
    Explore interdisciplinary applications of mathematics in AI, biology, and industry.
    ✅ Register by 15 JulyClick Here

  2. Workshop: Testing Aspects of General Relativity-IV
    23–24 July 2025 | Online | IIT Gandhinagar + Univ. of Lethbridge (Canada)
    Focused on cutting-edge tests of Einstein’s General Relativity.
    ✅ Register here → tiny.cc/tagriv

  3. ATAL FDP: CloudEd – Navigating the Digital Sky
    4–9 August 2025 | Offline | Dr. B.C. Roy Polytechnic, Durgapur
    A hands-on ATAL-approved FDP on cloud technologies.
    ✅ Apply by 25 Julyatalacademy.aicte.gov.in

  4. National Conference on Mathematical Analysis & Applications (NCMAA-2025)
    4–6 September 2025 | Offline | IIT (ISM) Dhanbad
    Academic sessions covering both pure and applied aspects of mathematical analysis.
    (Details to be announced soon)

  5. International Conference: Frontiers in Science
    Sept 2025 (Dates TBA) | Offline | Krishnagar Government College, WB
    A multi-disciplinary conference focused on solving global challenges through science.
    (Details available via official flyer)

  6. National Seminar: NCETMAA 2025
    11–12 September 2025 | Offline | University of Kalyani, WB
    Exploring emerging trends in mathematical analysis and its applications.
    ๐Ÿ”— Website: ncetmaa2025

  7. National Conference on Recent Trends & Innovations in IoT
    19–20 September 2025 | Offline | V.V.P. Engineering College, Rajkot, Gujarat
    Submit by 10 July. Papers to be published in ISSN journal.
    ๐Ÿ”— Paper Submission

  8. International Conference on Human-Centric Smart Computing (ICHCSC 2025)
    10–11 October 2025 | Hybrid | UEM Jaipur
    Accepted papers to be published in Springer (Scopus Indexed).
    ✅ Submit by 16 AugustMicrosoft CMT
    ๐Ÿ”— More Info

  9. LACAM-25: Latest Advances in Computational & Applied Mathematics
    8–11 December 2025 | Offline | IISER Thiruvananthapuram
    Jointly organized with Heidelberg University, Germany.
    ๐Ÿ”— Conference Website

  10. ICORGTE 2026 – International Conference on Operations Research & Game Theory
    28–30 January 2026 | Venue TBA | Indian Statistical Institute
    Peer-reviewed papers may be considered for publication in reputed journals.
    ✅ Submit by 31 December 2025Event Page

Monday, June 30, 2025

๐ŸŽ“๐Ÿ“š Empowering Knowledge Together: A Celebration of Collaborative Learning at SFIT Library ๐ŸŒŸ

 At St. Francis Institute of Technology (SFIT), learning transcends classrooms. Our Library, in proud collaboration with all departments and the NDLI Club, has become a vibrant hub of intellectual engagement, research, and innovation.

From project report reading sessions, thesis guidance, and technical workshops, to cutting-edge topics like AI, NLP, Robotics, and Cognitive Computing — every session this academic year has fostered a spirit of curiosity, collaboration, and continuous growth.


 ๐Ÿ“Œ Key Highlights:
  • ๐Ÿ“– Black Book and Thesis Reading by MECH Dept. — Building academic rigor

  • ๐ŸŒ Knimbus Training Sessions across CMPN, INFT, and ExTC — Boosting digital research skills

  • ๐Ÿค– Robotics, EHEV, and IPMV modules — Bridging theory and real-world application

  • ✍️ CSE Tutorials for FE students — Strengthening foundations

  • ๐Ÿ’ก 20+ Faculty Experts | ๐Ÿ“… 9 Months | ๐Ÿ‘ฅ Over 900 Students Engaged

Each session reflects the synergy between departments, faculty commitment, and the Library's mission to support holistic education.

๐Ÿ“š SFIT Library isn’t just a space. It’s a launchpad for future-ready minds.

๐Ÿ”— Let’s continue to read, learn, explore, and grow — together!


Sunday, June 29, 2025

National Statistics Day - June 29

 ๐Ÿ“Š On #NationalStatisticsDay, we remember P.C. Mahalanobis—a visionary who helped independent India see itself not through slogans, but through statistics.

From creating the Mahalanobis distance to designing large-scale sample surveys, his work laid the foundation for data-driven policymaking. He believed in using numbers not for control, but for progress and planning.

His legacy lives on through the Indian Statistical Institute, Sankhyฤ, and India's commitment to evidence-based development.

Data matters—because people matter. ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ“ˆ

Do read some of the books about this great personality: SFIT LIRC

Friday, June 27, 2025

๐Ÿ“š Knowledge Connect: Elsevier Science Direct Journals on "Smart Grid"


Journal Name

Publisher

Established

Scope / Focus

Impact Factor / Metrics

APC / Fees

Open Access Type / License

Review Time

Website

Pervasive and Mobile Computing

Elsevier

2005

Mobile computing, pervasive computing, sensor networks

Impact Factor ~3.5 (approx.)

Subscription-based

Hybrid / Subscription

~ weeks (varies)

Link

Future Batteries

Elsevier

2023

Battery technologies, energy storage, new battery materials

New journal, no IF yet

Open Access (details n/a)

Gold Open Access

Not specified

Link

Sustainable Cities and Society

Elsevier

2010

Urban sustainability, smart cities, environmental impact

Impact Factor ~5.4 (2021)

Subscription-based

Hybrid / Subscription

Not specified

Link

Journal of Electronic Science and Technology

Elsevier

2003

Electronics, semiconductor tech, communications

Impact Factor ~1.2 (approx.)

Subscription-based

Hybrid / Subscription

Not specified

Link

Journal of Process Control

Elsevier

1991

Process control engineering, automation

Impact Factor ~3.3 (2021)

Subscription-based

Hybrid / Subscription

Not specified

Link

Sustainable Energy Grids and Networks

Elsevier

2015

Sustainable energy systems, grids, networks

Impact Factor ~4.4 (2021)

Subscription-based

Hybrid / Subscription

Not specified

Link

Applied Energy

Elsevier

1975

Energy engineering, sustainable energy, policy

Impact Factor 11.446 (2021)

Subscription-based

Hybrid / Subscription

Not specified

Link

Energy

Elsevier

1976

Energy research, renewable energy, fossil fuels

Impact Factor 7.147 (2021)

Subscription-based

Hybrid / Subscription

Not specified

Link

Global Energy Interconnection

Elsevier

2018

Global energy networks, power systems

No IF available yet

Subscription-based

Hybrid / Subscription

Not specified

Link

E-Prime Advances in Electrical Engineering Electronics and Energy

Elsevier

2018

Electrical engineering, electronics, energy

No IF available yet

Subscription-based

Hybrid / Subscription

Not specified

Link

Green Technologies and Sustainability

Elsevier

2020

Green tech, sustainability, environmental science

No IF available yet

Subscription-based

Hybrid / Subscription

Not specified

Link

Journal of Radiation Research and Applied Sciences

Elsevier

2008

Radiation research, applied sciences

Impact Factor ~1.6 (approx.)

Subscription-based

Hybrid / Subscription

Not specified

Link

Energy and Buildings

Elsevier

1979

Energy use in buildings, energy efficiency

Impact Factor 5.611 (2021)

Subscription-based

Hybrid / Subscription

Not specified

Link

Energy Reports

Elsevier

2015

Broad energy topics: renewable energy, storage, policy, efficiency

Impact Factor 4.937 (2021), 5-Year IF 5.0

Up to $2,360 USD (waivers available)

Gold Open Access CC BY-NC-ND 3.0

~16 weeks

Link

Knowledge Connect (6): Elsevier Science Direct Journals for "Smart Grid"

 

Journal Name

Publisher

Established

Scope / Focus

Impact Factor / Metrics

APC / Fees

Open Access Type / License

Review Time

Website

Pervasive and Mobile Computing

Elsevier

2005

Mobile computing, pervasive computing, sensor networks

Impact Factor ~3.5 (approx.)

Subscription-based

Hybrid / Subscription

~ weeks (varies)

Link

Future Batteries

Elsevier

2023

Battery technologies, energy storage, new battery materials

New journal, no IF yet

Open Access (details n/a)

Gold Open Access

Not specified

Link

Sustainable Cities and Society

Elsevier

2010

Urban sustainability, smart cities, environmental impact

Impact Factor ~5.4 (2021)

Subscription-based

Hybrid / Subscription

Not specified

Link

Journal of Electronic Science and Technology

Elsevier

2003

Electronics, semiconductor tech, communications

Impact Factor ~1.2 (approx.)

Subscription-based

Hybrid / Subscription

Not specified

Link

Journal of Process Control

Elsevier

1991

Process control engineering, automation

Impact Factor ~3.3 (2021)

Subscription-based

Hybrid / Subscription

Not specified

Link

Sustainable Energy Grids and Networks

Elsevier

2015

Sustainable energy systems, grids, networks

Impact Factor ~4.4 (2021)

Subscription-based

Hybrid / Subscription

Not specified

Link

Applied Energy

Elsevier

1975

Energy engineering, sustainable energy, policy

Impact Factor 11.446 (2021)

Subscription-based

Hybrid / Subscription

Not specified

Link

Energy

Elsevier

1976

Energy research, renewable energy, fossil fuels

Impact Factor 7.147 (2021)

Subscription-based

Hybrid / Subscription

Not specified

Link

Global Energy Interconnection

Elsevier

2018

Global energy networks, power systems

No IF available yet

Subscription-based

Hybrid / Subscription

Not specified

Link

E-Prime Advances in Electrical Engineering Electronics and Energy

Elsevier

2018

Electrical engineering, electronics, energy

No IF available yet

Subscription-based

Hybrid / Subscription

Not specified

Link

Green Technologies and Sustainability

Elsevier

2020

Green tech, sustainability, environmental science

No IF available yet

Subscription-based

Hybrid / Subscription

Not specified

Link

Journal of Radiation Research and Applied Sciences

Elsevier

2008

Radiation research, applied sciences

Impact Factor ~1.6 (approx.)

Subscription-based

Hybrid / Subscription

Not specified

Link

Energy and Buildings

Elsevier

1979

Energy use in buildings, energy efficiency

Impact Factor 5.611 (2021)

Subscription-based

Hybrid / Subscription

Not specified

Link

Energy Reports

Elsevier

2015

Broad energy topics: renewable energy, storage, policy, efficiency

Impact Factor 4.937 (2021), 5-Year IF 5.0

Up to $2,360 USD (waivers available)

Gold Open Access CC BY-NC-ND 3.0

~16 weeks

Link


Notes:
  • Impact Factors and metrics are approximate for some journals where exact recent values weren’t available.

  • APC (Article Processing Charges) are mostly for open access; many journals are hybrid (both subscription and open access options).

  • Review times vary and are mostly not publicly specified except for Energy Reports.

  • Scope is a short summary; all journals cover broader areas related to energy, engineering, and sustainability.

  • All journals are Elsevier-published, as seen on ScienceDirect.