LIRC@SFIT

  Advances in Fatigue and Structural Integrity of Emerging Materials and Structures The continuous evolution of emerging materials and advanced structural concepts has revolutionized the landscape of engineering design and performance. In recent years, innovations such as meta-structures, l... Submission status:  Open Submission deadline:  30 September 2026 Advanced Materials for Energy Harvesting and Conversion in Mechanical Systems We invite original research contributions that explore the role of advanced materials in enhancing energy harvesting and conversion within mechanical systems. This interdisciplinary topic bridges key areas o... Submission status:  Open Submission deadline:  27 June 2026 Intelligent Controller Design for Dynamic System At the foundation, the design of the controller begins with system modeling. Various dynamic systems, such as robotic manipulators, electrohydraulic actuators, and renewable energy components, electrical dri... Submiss...

The Learning and Information Resource Centre (LIRC) of St. Francis Institute of Technology (Autonomous Engineering College) organized a one-day training and library orientation programme for the students of the Department of Library Science, Somaiya Vidyavihar University (SVU) on 16 December 2025 at the SFIT LIRC. The programme aimed to provide practical exposure to academic library functioning, automation, and professional practices . Seven M.Lib students participated in the programme, accompanied by Ms. Gauri Gothivrekar, Librarian . The session began with a library orientation by Ms. Chinmayee Bhange, Librarian, SFIT , covering key aspects such as library services, collections, user policies, professional ethics, and plagiarism detection tools. A guided library tour familiarized students with various library sections and workflows. A live demonstration of the KOHA Library Management Software was conducted by Sister Bhavya , focusing on cataloguing, circulation, OPAC searchin...

  VNR Vignana Jyothi Institute of Engineering & Technology, in association with the IEEE Hyderabad Section, is organizing the 3rd International Conference on Microelectronics, Automation, Computing and Communication Systems – ICMACC 2026.  Conference Dates: Coming Soon  Conference ID: 69869  Hosted by: VNR VJIET, Hyderabad More details:  https://icmacc.org/ ICMACC has been a premier platform for researchers, academicians, and industry experts to exchange ideas and showcase advancements in VLSI, IoT, Communication Systems, Signal Processing, Automation, and Computing Technologies.

🌱 Kaveri Vaaman: India’s First Mutant Banana and the Power of Indigenous Research The Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) has achieved a remarkable milestone in agricultural science with the development of Kaveri Vaaman (Trombay Banana Mutant‑9 / TBM‑9) — India’s first-ever mutant banana variety. This achievement marks BARC’s first fruit crop released under its mutation‑breeding programme and adds to its legacy of 72 improved crop varieties released to date. At first glance, a banana might seem like a simple fruit, but Kaveri Vaaman demonstrates the profound impact of scientific research on real-world challenges , particularly in agriculture, sustainability, and community welfare. Read more about it here:  https://dae.gov.in/barc-unveils-first-mutant-banana-variety-to-benefit-farmers/

  Proceedings of the 16th International Symposium on Fusion Nuclear Technology (ISFNT-16) Guest editors: Masashi Shimada et.,al. Fusion Engineering and Design  •  Impact Factor 2.0  •  CiteScore 3.7 Submission deadline:  31 December 2025 International Astronautical Congress 2025 (76th IAC) Guest editor: Zheng Hong (George) Zhu Acta Astronautica  •  Impact Factor 3.4  •  CiteScore 7.3 Submission deadline:  31 March 2026 Designing Digital Literacy for an Aging Population – A Systemic Perspective Guest editors: Cees de Bont, Andre Liem, Nie Zichao Design Studies  •  Impact Factor 4.8  •  CiteScore 10.5 Submission deadline:  31 December 2025 Measurement and Digital Twin Guest editors: Loredana Cristaldi , Giambattista Gruosso Measurement: Digitalization Submission deadline:  30 December 2025 Resilient Communities in the Age of AI: Challenges and Opportunities Guest editors: Mil...