JAMMU: The Institute Innovation Cell (IIC), Central University of Jammu successfully organized an inter-departmental event titled “Think Nobel 2026” today. The event was held under the leadership of Hon'ble Vice Chancellor Prof. Sanjeev Jain, Central University of Jammu and Guidance of Prof. Rakesh Kumar Jha, President, IIC CU Jammu.
The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from students across various departments, who showcased their creativity and scientific thinking through posters, collages, and innovative models inspired by Nobel Prize winning research. Many presentations focused on how science and innovation shape the future and address real-world challenges. The event witnessed active support from Prof. Pawan Kumar, IIC Member, and Mr. Naveen Kumar, IIC Staff Member.
The presentations were evaluated by an esteemed jury comprising experts from diverse disciplines, including Prof. Balaji Rao Ravuri, Department of Physics, Dr. Yogesh Kumar, Associate Professor and Head, Department of Botany, Dr. Narendra K. Bairwa Associate Professor and Head, Department of Molecular Biology, Dr. Kanagaraj Kuppusamy, Associate Professor, Department of Chemistry, Prof. Aswini Kumar Nanda, Head, Department of Economics, Prof. M. Venkataraman, National Security Studies and Dr. Vinita Sharma Assistant Professor, Department of Zoology.
The jury members highly appreciated the originality, effort, and innovative approach of the students. In their concluding remarks, they encouraged students to nurture curiosity and a research-oriented mindset, stating that such young minds are the driving force of the nation and expressing optimism that India may see future Nobel laureates emerging from among them.
The Institute Innovation Cell has been consistently organizing similar academic and innovation-driven activities in the past and remains committed to fostering a strong culture of research and innovation.


