The Chennai District Education Department conducted a one-day Seminar on ‘Understanding Radiation’ in association with Federation of Science Clubs of Tamil Nadu (FSCT),a silver jubilee Science Popularisation organization for Science Teachers at
The seminar was inaugurated by Mr.T.Shanmugam, District Educational Officer, Chennai East. Shri J.Daniel Chellappa, Senior Scientist, Indira Gandhi Centre For Atomic Research (IGCAR) Kalpakam, Dept of Atomic Energy and the President of the FSCT stressed the role of the teachers in creating awareness on the multifaceted applications of radiation and radioisotopes among the students and public.
Shri J.Daniel Chellappa drove home the fact that Radiation is part and parcel of our life. We live in a sea of radiation. He explained the basics and cause for radioactivity. We enjoy its benefit in our day to day activities like disposable syringes, X-ray, cancer therapy etc.
Radiation and radioactivity find numerous applications in agriculture, food-processing, healthcare, research and industries. Characteristics of Alpha, Beta, Gamma / X-ray & Neutron radiation, and their safe handling to harness them for the betterment of mankind, were illustrated to the participants using power point presentations.
The participating teacher trainees could understand and appreciate the role & contribution of radiation & radioactivity to the Country’s advancement including electricity generation. Mr.G.J.Manohar, Headmaster, MCC Hr.Sec.School in his presidential address stressed the need for organizing field trips to renowned Research establishments like Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research (IGCAR), Kalpakkam to have a feel for the world-class achievements of our Indian scientists and engineers. Also teachers interacted with the Scientist after the program which was well organised by the Chief Educational Office.Shri.G. Thangaraj, District Coordinator, National Green Corps (NGC). Department of Environment, Government of Tamil Nadu proposed vote of thanks..
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