Expert Consultation to Develop a State-Level Plan of Action on Climate Change Impacts on Kerala’s Ocean and Coastal Ecosystems
A consultative meeting of experts to develop a State-level Plan of Action to address the impacts of climate change on Kerala’s ocean and coastal ecosystems was held on 10 March 2026 at 3:00 PM at the CM’s Conference Hall, Secretariat, Thiruvananthapuram. The meeting, coordinated by the Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment (KSCSTE), brought together experts to deliberate on issues such as sea-level rise, coastal erosion, ocean warming, and their impacts on marine biodiversity and coastal livelihoods. The consultation is expected to guide science-based mitigation and adaptation strategies for the sustainable management of Kerala’s coastal and marine resources.
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Public Notice : Invitation for Public Comments/Feedback on the Draft Kerala Biotechnology Policy,2026 (Last Date : 24/03/2026 05.00 PM)
Public Notice inviting Comments/Feedback on draft Kerala Biotechnology Policy,2026
Draft Kerala Biotechnology Policy, 2026
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One Day Workshop on Intellectual Property Rights & Patent Filing on 12.03.2026 @ Sasthra Bhavan, Thiruvananthapuram
Patent Information Centre – Kerala in collaboration with SC & ST Cell, Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment (KSCSTE), is organising a One-Day Workshop on Intellectual Property Rights & Patent Filing.
Date : 12 March 2026
Location : KSCSTE, Thiruvananthapuram
Time : 09:30 AM – 4:30 PM
The programme is designed for faculty members, PhD scholars, and postgraduate students to strengthen their understanding of IPR, Patent filing procedures, Patentability of inventions, Patent searching & drafting and legal issues in IPR including disputes, infringement & Remedies.
Registration fee : Rs. 500/- (Registration is free for participants from SC/ST community)
SparkHer – Research to Entrepreneurship Boot Camp for Women Researchers
Are you a woman researcher ready to take your research from lab to market?
SparkHer is a two-day boot camp designed for women in science to translate research into impactful commercial ventures. Organised by KSCSTE in association with KSUM and H&R Block, the program features activity-based sessions and practical frameworks, focused on customer-centric and market-driven research.
Dates : 9th & 10th March 2026
Location : Kerala Startup Mission, Kinfra Hi-Tech Park, Kalamassery, Kochi
What You’ll Gain:
• Research – to – Commercialisation Strategies
• Business Model Development
• Technology Readiness Levels (TRL) & Technology Transfer
• Funding Landscape & Pitch Deck Preparation
• Women-Focused Startup & Incubation Pathways
Who Can Apply?
Women in science, including:
• Master’s or Ph.D. degree holders
• Research Scholars
• Scientists or Faculty Members
Fees: ₹300 only; Limited seats available.
Apply on or before 6th March 2026
Registration Closed
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For Details: 9562562754
KSCSTE – Applications invited for the post of Director, KSCSTE-JNTBGRI (Last Date : 21.03.2026, 5 p.m.)
National Science Day 2026 State level Celebration
The Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment (KSCSTE), in collaboration with Kerala Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (KVASU), is organizing the National Science Day 2026 – State Level Programme at KVASU, Pookode, Wayanad.
This year’s theme, “Women in Science – Catalyzing Viksit Bharat,” highlights the transformative contributions of women scientists in shaping a stronger, inclusive, and developed India.
- Expert Talks – Celebrating the Contributions of Women in Science
- Her Science, Our Future – Inspiring Viksit Bharat
- Voices of Resilience – A Journey of Science from Wayanad
- Wayanad Speaks – Student Presentations on Tribal Community Need Assessment
📅 Event Details
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Date: 27 February 2026
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Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
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Venue: Kerala Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (KVASU), Pookode, Wayanad
Click here for Programme Schedule
Programmes at Glance
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