Visit to CSIR - NPL
20th April 2023
Dronacharya College of Engineering, Gurugram organized a visit to CSIR-National Physical Laboratory (NPL) on 20th April, 2023 as part of the One Week One Lab programme. 35 students along with Dr. J. R. Ansari had the opportunity to visit NPL.
CSIR - NPL is National Metrology Institute of India and is one of the leading science and research laboratories of the country. It is the apex institute which disseminates traceable measurements for various SI units such as length, mass, time, voltage, current, etc. across the country and also to SAARC nations. The objective of the visit was to infuse the technological and scientific work carried at NPL.
Students learned about the most recent ideas and achievements of CSIR- NPL in diverse sectors of wisdom and technology. They were also inspired by the tales and perspectives of the women scientists who were engaged in their STEM challenges and opportunities. Afterwards, students also got the opportunity to see some of the technology and services that CSIR- NPL provides for various industries and societal issues.
It was an extremely informative and enriching tour that helped the students understand CSIR- NPL's role in fostering scientific and technical growth. Everybody had an interaction with Sr. Scientist Dr. Ritu Srivastava at Research and Development Conclave at CSIR NPL.
It was an incredible opportunity to attend the R&D Conclave & Women in STEM event for the students of DCE.