“Join Education in Ireland’s flagship roadshow from September 28 to October 6, 2024, across five major Indian cities. Meet representatives from 17 leading Irish universities and learn about undergraduate and postgraduate programs, visa processes, and career opportunities in Ireland.”

Study in Ireland

The education fair will be conducted in Delhi on September 28, Pune on September 29, Mumbai on October 1, Chennai on October 5, and Bengaluru on October 6. The roadshow will be held in five cities: Delhi – September 28, Pune – September 29, Mumbai – October 1, Chennai – October 5, and Bengaluru – October 6. “As an international leader in the fields of technology, pharmaceuticals, and finance, the country offers unique opportunities to study at an advanced degree level and excels in emerging fields such as robotics and aviation by offering courses tailored to the needs of industry with a view to successful employment,” it said.

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Barry O’Driscoll, regional manager, India and South Asia, Education in Ireland added: “Ireland’s new international education strategy, Global Citizens 2030, seeks to position Ireland as a top destination for international talent and as a thought leader in the field of education, research, innovation and science.

“These education fairs present the opportunity for Indian students to learn about undergraduate and postgraduate programmes offered by Irish higher education institutions. The fairs provide an opportunity for interested students to personally speak to representatives from 17 of Ireland’s HEIs. These participating institutes are committed to responding to all queries of the applicants on admission eligibility, course content and career prospects after study completion,” added Barry O’Driscoll.

List of participating Irish Universities

A total of 17 Irish universities and colleges will participate in the study abroad roadshow in India.

• University of Galway
• Trinity College Dublin
• University College Dublin
• University of Limerick
• Maynooth University
• RCSI: University of Medicine and Health Sciences
• Griffith College
• Technological University Dublin
• University College Cork
• Munster Technological University
• Dublin Business School
• National College of Ireland
• South-East Technological University
• Dublin City University
• Dundalk Institute of Technology
• Technological University of the Shannon
• Atlantic Technological University

Conclusion

The Education in Ireland flagship roadshow will be a one-of-its-kind engagement and a great opportunity for Indian students and their parents to understand the academic and career opportunities available in Ireland. To be attended by 17 Irish prestigious universities and colleges, it will facilitate face-to-face interactions on an array of undergraduate and postgraduate programs, including information on the Irish visa process. This roadshow marks one of the major steps toward the realisation of a dream to study in a country recognized by one and all for its excellence in education, innovation, and industry-aligned courses. A chance to interact with the representatives of top Irish institutions: a stepping stone toward a bright academic future in Ireland.

Designed to monitor the freshness of seafood in real-time by responding to pH changes, the film offers a practical solution for improving food safety and reducing waste.

This film detects the release of volatile amines, compounds typically associated with spoilage, and indicates food quality through visible color changes, say sources from NIT Rourkela.

These natural components make the film biodegradable, safe, and responsive, aligning with sustainability goals and offering a non-invasive way to assess seafood freshness.

Findings

The findings of this research have been published in the journal Food Packaging and Shelf Life in a paper co-authored by Prof. Preetam Sarkar (as the lead corresponding author), along with his research scholars, Mr. Rahul Thakur, Miss Harshi Singhi, Mr. Vedsagar Rajesh Suryavanshi, and Dr. Ravichandran Santhosh.

Other co-authors in this work include Dr. Khalid Gul from NIT Rourkela, Dr. Swarup Roy from Lovely Professional University, Dr. Srinivas Janaswamy from South Dakota State University, Brookings, USA and Dr. Kirtiraj K. Gaikwad from IIT Roorkee.

Fishing

India is the world’s second-largest fish-producing nation, contributing approximately 8% of global fish production, say NIT Rourkela researchers.

It also holds the distinction of being the top five producer of shrimp globally, with frozen shrimp being the top export commodity.

Given the scale and importance of seafood production, innovations that ensure freshness and reduce spoilage are of immense value, say NIT Rourkela researchers.

In this context, intelligent packaging systems, which preserve food while monitoring its quality, are rapidly gaining global interest.

Unlike conventional packaging that serves merely as a protective barrier, the intelligent packaging film developed by NIT Rourkela team offers visual cues about the product’s condition, making it a promising solution for enhancing food safety and reducing waste.

The beetroot peel extract was prepared separately, and then combined with the starch, gum tragacanth, and a small amount of glycerol to cast the films.

These were dried and tested for their pH-sensitivity and effectiveness in monitoring seafood freshness, said Prof Preetam of NIT Rourkela.

Pigments

Beetroot peels contain betalains, a group of pigments known for their bright colours and pH sensitivity, say NIT Rourkela researchers.

These pigments also offer antioxidant and antimicrobial benefits, making them suitable for food-related applications.

Incorporating these natural compounds into the starch-based film creates a biodegradable, safe, and responsive packaging material.

When the seafood begins to spoil and pH levels rise, the film changes colour, providing a clear visual indicator of freshness.

Starch

The choice of Kodo millet starch and gum tragacanth contributes to the film’s biodegradable and eco-friendly profile.

Kodo millet is an underutilised grain with excellent film-forming properties, while gum tragacanth enhances the mechanical strength and flexibility of the material.

The researchers believe that using such agricultural by-products not only supports sustainability but also adds value to food processing waste, such as beetroot peels.

At the laboratory scale, the cost of producing the film was estimated approximately Rs. 900 per kilogram.

When scaled up for industrial production, the cost is projected to range between Rs. 400 and Rs. 600 per kilogram, making it a potentially viable option for commercial use.

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