Several Indian scholars and researchers were honored at Georgia State University's third annual Graduate Conference for Research, Scholarship, and Creative Activity. Their groundbreaking research and innovative contributions earned them prestigious awards across various disciplines.
The Graduate School at Georgia State University held its third annual Graduate Conference for Research, Scholarship, and Creative Activity on Feb. 5.
Under the theme "Scholarship for a Better World: Empowering Change, Inspiring Action," the conference featured a record number of graduate students showcasing their innovative research and artistic contributions.
Abbaas Alif Mohamed Nishar won third place and $200 in oral presentations for his work on invisible data embedding to enhance screen-camera communication.
Dr. Chetan Tiwari collaborated with Emma McDaniel on a study mapping flood exposure risks for better disease surveillance, earning first place ($500) in Poster Presentations.
Tejendra Singh co-authored research on the impact of Afghanistan’s opium ban on food security, securing second place ($200) in Global Engagement Oral Presentations.
Other scholars included:
Pavithra Kannan won a $100 Sustainability Award - oral presentation for co-developing a digital platform to reduce household waste.
Sheryl Varghese, along with co-authors, received $100 and a Sustainability Award for the poster presentation for their research on the impact of blueberry consumption on fat cell death in mice fed a Western diet.
At the conference, 230 graduate students showcased their work through presentations, performances, and exhibitions, engaging over 486 attendees and judges.
Lisa Armistead, dean of The Graduate School, said, "We are immensely proud of the extraordinary work presented at this year's Graduate Conference. Our students have demonstrated their academic and creative prowess and commitment to creating a positive impact in the world. Their innovative scholarship and artistic expressions epitomize the spirit of this year’s theme and are paving the way for future advancements.”
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