MIC Session on “Orientation cum Refreshers Session on Institutions Innovation Council Objectives, Structure, Operation for IIC institutions”
Date: 5th August, 2024
Faculty and students of the Institution Innovation Council of PiMSR attended the MIC organised “Orientation cum Refreshers’ Session on Institutions Innovation Council Objectives, Structure, Operation for IIC institutions” session by Mr. Dipan Kumar Sahu on 5th August, 2024 at 11 a.m.
During the session Mr. Sahu discussed the Institutional Innovation Council (IIC), which was initiated by the Ministry of Education in 2018 to help educational institutions streamline and strengthen their innovation and startup ecosystems. He said that the IIC aims to have at least 50% of total institutions in India function effectively by 2027, making them central to the national innovation ecosystem. The speaker emphasized the importance of research, innovation, and entrepreneurship in India’s education system and the challenges faced by institutions in promoting these areas. He than explained the functioning of the Council. The IIC Network was started to address these challenges and provide a framework for institutions to improve their innovation and entrepreneurship efforts. The council focuses on six pillars: system development, leadership, structure, cultural development, and strategy.
The IIC is a crucial component in measuring institutional performance and provides opportunities for students and faculty to engage with industry partners and resources. The council also offers incentives, rewards, and recognition for selected innovations. The IIC portal offers various subprograms, such as Mentor Mentee Impact Lecture, and innovation entrepreneurship-related learning courses. The council is managed through a decentralized and participatory governance system, with institutions categorized based on their type and location. The speaker also discussed the registration process for new higher education institutions and the benefits of the IIC platform, including expert sessions, pre-incubation and incubation management, and mentor and impact lecture schemes. It was a well conducted session and enriched the participants with information on IIC. three faculty and 56 students attended the session.
MIC Session on “Building the Pipeline of Quality Innovations and Startups in HEIs with Ecosystem Enablers by Creating and Managing YUKTI Innovation and IPR Repository (YIIR)”
Date: 2nd August, 2024
Faculty and students of the Institution Innovation Council of PiMSR attended the MIC organised “Building the Pipeline of Quality Innovations and Startups in HEIs with Ecosystem Enablers by Creating and Managing YUKTI Innovation and IPR Repository (YIIR)” session by Mr. Dipan Kumar Sahu on 2nd August, 2024.
During the session, the speaker discussed the importance of an institutional innovation repository, YUKTI, for higher education institutions (HEIs) to address challenges in identifying and nurturing high-quality innovations and startups. YUKTI is a centralized platform that functions as an innovation repository, networking tool, and resource access platform. Institutions can participate by enriching the repository with ideas and providing mentoring, funding, and resources to innovators. Eligible individuals, including academicians, faculty members, students, and alumni, can register and benefit from increased visibility, resources, and funding opportunities. The verification process ensures the quality and validity of innovations, and innovators can edit and upgrade their submissions. YUKTI has already supported over 2,100 startups and is developing standard operating procedures for innovation entrepreneurship. Innovators can register, submit ideas, and add verifiers through the portal, and institutions can manage and update innovations in the repository. two faculty members and 36 students attended this very important session.
MIC Session on “Strengthening IIC Linkages with ATLs and SICs in Schools and Framework for providing Mentorship Guidance”
Date: 31st July, 2024
Faculty and students of the Institution Innovation Council of PiMSR attended the MIC organised “Strengthening IIC Linkages with ATLs and SICs in Schools and Framework for providing Mentorship Guidance” session on 31st July, 2024.
The strengthening of Institution Innovation Council (IIC) linkages with Atal Tinkering Labs (ATLs) and School Innovation Councils (SICs) in schools is crucial for fostering a robust innovation ecosystem. IICs play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between higher education and school education by facilitating mentorship and support for students engaged in innovation and research. Innovation ambassadors within IICs provide expert guidance to ATLs and SICs, mentoring students and aiding in their entrepreneurial and innovation-driven activities. To enhance this collaboration, daily interaction and activity management are essential, with a focus on IICs actively participating in school innovation and entrepreneurship programs.
There is a structured process for schools to register and select mentors, with IICs guiding them through the registration and mentor selection process. Additionally, schools must provide basic information to integrate with the IIC linkage program, ensuring smooth communication and collaboration. Reporting on scheduled ATL activities and engagement in minimum prescribed activities are vital for building a sustainable innovation ecosystem within schools. Furthermore, the integration of school databases and consistent communication between IICs, ATLs, and SICs enhances the overall effectiveness of these programs, ensuring continuous support and guidance for students. This collaborative effort is essential for nurturing young innovators and establishing a strong foundation for future entrepreneurial endeavors. 57 students and four faculty members attended the session. The nenfit of the session was that that the importance of linkages for mentorship was clearly understood.
MIC Session on “Guiding Framework for Creating and Engaging Trained Faculty and Student IIC Members Innovation Ambassadors (IA) in IIC Institutions and Rewarding Mechanisms for IA”
Date: 29th July, 2024
Faculty and students of the Institution Innovation Council of PiMSR attended the MIC organised “Guiding Framework for Creating and Engaging Trained Faculty and Student IIC Members Innovation Ambassadors (IA) in IIC Institutions and Rewarding Mechanisms for IA” session by Mr. Dipan Kumar Sahu on 29th July, 2024.
During this session, Mr. Sahu introduced the Innovation Ambassador training program under the Institution Innovation Council (IIC) umbrella. The program aims to identify and train faculty members to collaboratively drive their institution’s Innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem. Over 887,524 faculty members have received training and are now performing the role as innovation ambassadors. Faculty members can become innovation ambassadors by being nominated by their institution and completing the training through the IIC portal. The training consists of different levels, and once completed, faculty members will receive a certificate and assume roles such as mentor, driver of IIC activities, and resource person. They are expected to organize expert talks and spread the message of innovation and startup engagements to students. The IIC network includes around 1,056 establishments, with over 88,000 faculty members, 1 lakh 14,000 students, and over 13,000 experts involved. The speaker emphasized the importance of empowering human resources in institutions and infusing them with a mindset of innovation and entrepreneurship. Five faculty and 43 students attended this very informative session.
