INSA and CSIR-NIScPR sign MoU on science communication and science policy research
The Indian National Science Academy and CSIR-NIScPR signed an MoU at INSA, New Delhi, on 10 February 2026 to collaborate on science communication and evidence-based science policy research.
Summary
The Indian National Science Academy (INSA) and the CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (NIScPR) signed a Memorandum of Understanding at INSA, New Delhi, on 10 February 2026. The partnership aims to promote collaboration on science communication and evidence-based science, technology and innovation (STI) policy research to strengthen policymaking in India. INSA President Prof. Shekhar C. Mande, CSIR-NIScPR Director Dr. Geetha Vani Rayasam and NITI Aayog Member Dr. V. K. Saraswat spoke at the event.
Key facts
- Date and place
- 10 February 2026, INSA, New Delhi
- Parties
- INSA and CSIR-NIScPR
- Purpose
- Science communication and evidence-based STI policy research
- INSA President
- Prof. Shekhar C. Mande
Practice MCQs 1 questions
The Indian National Science Academy signed an MoU on 10 February 2026 with which CSIR institute to advance science communication and policy research?
Show answer
Correct answer: D — CSIR-NIScPR
INSA signed the MoU with CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (NIScPR).