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విజ్ఞాన శాస్త్ర సాంకేతిక పరిశోధనా సంస్థ / विज्ञान शास्त्र प्रौद्योगिकी और परिशोधन संगठन
Events
Guest Lecture
Expert Technical Advisory Session & Guest Lecture by Dr. Rakesh Kumar Jain
Nov
22
Saturday
09:00
AM
- 04:30
PM
Summary
On 22nd November 2025, Vignan University had the privilege of hosting Dr. Rakesh Kumar Jain, Technical Expert at the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) and former Director of both the Central Pulp and Paper Research Institute (CPPRI) and the Kumarappa National Handmade Paper Institute (KNHPI). Dr. Jain conducted an Expert Technical Advisory Session for the faculty, providing valuable insights into sustainable industrial practices, advancements in pulp and paper technology, and strategies for enhancing research and innovation within the university. His guidance offered faculty members a clearer direction for strengthening domain-specific expertise and collaborative opportunities. Following this, Dr. Jain delivered a domain-specific guest lecture to the students, focusing on emerging trends, industry expectations, and future opportunities in the fields of paper technology, sustainability, and industrial development. His lecture greatly inspired the students and expanded their understanding of real-world industrial applications. As part of the visit, Dr. Jain also toured the Agricultural Farm of Vignan University, where he interacted with students, observed ongoing projects, and encouraged them to pursue innovative, sustainable, and interdisciplinary research. Overall, the program was highly impactful, offering both faculty and students meaningful academic enrichment, professional guidance, and motivation to contribute towards sustainable technological development.
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About Guest Lecture
On 22nd November 2025, Vignan University had the privilege of hosting Dr. Rakesh Kumar Jain, Technical Expert at the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) and former Director of both the Central Pulp and Paper Research Institute (CPPRI) and the Kumarappa National Handmade Paper Institute (KNHPI). Dr. Jain conducted an Expert Technical Advisory Session for the faculty, providing valuable insights into sustainable industrial practices, advancements in pulp and paper technology, and strategies for enhancing research and innovation within the university. His guidance offered faculty members a clearer direction for strengthening domain-specific expertise and collaborative opportunities.

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Venue
A-Block, 5th Floor - Board Room
Dept.of Food Technology
About Speakers
Dr. Rakesh Kumar Jain
Technical Expert at the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) and former Director of both the Central Pulp and Paper Research Institute (CPPRI) and the Kumarappa National Handmade Paper Institute (KNHPI).
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