CSIR-National Metallurgical Laboratory (NML), Jamshedpur organised the 9th Scientists & Science Teachers Conclave (SSTC) on a virtual platform.
The programme was based on a theme É-waste’ and the main objective of this online event was to create innovative content for teaching science to school students and also to encourage students to learn science with fun and creativity.
The welcome address was delivered by Dr. Mita Tarafder, chief scientist of CSIR-NML. In her address she briefly talked about the idea behind arranging this online event saying that it is a new concept of innovative learning. She requested the teachers to come forward and use this platform to share their experiences of innovative teaching.
The keynote address was delivered by Dr. S K Sahu, Principal Scientist, MER Division of CSIR-NML on the topic “E-waste Recycling in India”. As stated by him, e-waste disposal is an issue with the developing countries like India due to lack of knowledge for proper disposal of the e-waste and also due to absence of law to deal with e-waste management.
He said that in India, 90-95% of the e-waste generated is recycled by unorganised sector who recover only the precious metals like gold, silver, aluminium, copper etc. and dispose of the rest in landfill which in turn gives rise to environmental pollution and various health issues. He elaborately discussed the major concerns associated with e-waste disposal and the possible ways to tackle the issues.
This was followed by a demonstration on collection of e-waste from laptop and computer by the team members of the CSIR Virtual Lab Team. Demonstrations were done jointly by Dr. Aniket Dutt and Deepak Dhibar of KRIT Division, CSIR-NML.
The virtual event received very good response from the participants. The programme was attended by more than 40 teachers, students, scientists and professionals. Pragati Jha of KRIT Division, CSIR-NML proposed the vote of thanks and appreciated all organisers for conducting the event successfully.