The CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (CSIR-NIScPR) has adopted SARAL AI, a tool to convert research into engaging videos, to expand the reach of scientific communication. This initiative aligns with the government's emphasis on adopting emerging technologies for effective science communication.
The CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (CSIR-NIScPR) has taken a new step towards strengthening science communication by leveraging SARAL AI, a tool developed by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF). This initiative is in line with the Government’s emphasis on adoption of emerging technologies for effective communication of science and research. Dr Jitendra Singh, Hon’ble Minister for Science & Technology, has recently encouraged institutions to use SARAL AI, with CSIR-NIScPR emerging as a leading organisation in its adoption. Under the leadership of Dr. Geetha Vani Rayasam, Director, CSIR-NIScPR, the Institute has been actively exploring new-age technologies and digital platforms to expand the reach and impact of science communication. As part of this effort, NIScPR organised a hands-on workshop on SARAL AI recently, with participation from more than 90 participants including editors of journals and researchers.
During a visit to NIScPR, Dr. Shivkumar Kalyanaraman, CEO, ANRF, highlighted about the SARAL AI, a tool for making short videos from research papers published. He encouraged the Institute to explore SARAL AI as a tool to simplify complex scientific research and communicate it effectively to the common public. Dr. Shivkumar Kalyanaraman emphasized that research should not stop with publication; tools such as SARAL AI can help researchers and institutions take their work beyond papers, make it accessible to many more people, and amplify the impact of Indian research.
The initiative draws impetus from ANRF’s emphasis on promoting wider dissemination of scientific knowledge and making research more accessible to society. The videos are being made available through a dedicated YouTube playlist (YouTube Playlist Link: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLb4FmdATtzOs), providing an additional digital pathway for research to reach audiences beyond the traditional research papers.
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