Our September 2025 issue is out! We delve into age-old diseases, unlikely friendships in the animal kingdom, the science behind a good cup of coffee, AI generated art, and more. 🔗: https://t.co/uWjkV5p6ny Cover art: Sumana Sainath #ConnectwithIISc

High publishing fees, paywalls, and the chase for impact factors have turned science into an expensive pursuit. In this story, Sandeep Menon explores the world of scientific publishing. Read: https://t.co/HQpcOY0h18 #scientificpublishing #journals #research

Kirtana Vasu depicts the tumultuous life of a PhD student in Connect's September issue. We are now accepting original comics on campus life & quirks for upcoming issues! 📩: connect.ooc@iisc.ac.in, with name, designation & department. (Open only to the IISc community)

Crowded urban spaces create fertile ground for disease outbreaks. In this story, Ranjini Raghunath explores how close contact between people & animals, rapid urbanisation, and ever-evolving viruses are leading to persistent diseases. Read: https://t.co/qkvKErFX3B #Dengue #Rabies

The hostel culture at IISc blends tradition, community & a touch of playfulness which continues to thrive till today. Aarav Ghate traces the history of hostels on campus & explores the untold histories of the students who call them home. Read: https://t.co/V4lT2uzXtp

Chandana Valaboju traces the evolution of our understanding of the hydrogen bond through the years and highlights how IISc researchers are adding new insights. Read: https://t.co/1fNBM6W5cR #Hydrogenbond #water #DNA #Chemistry #Molecularscience

From guidance in the classroom to lessons in life, students at IISc share their most cherished memories of teachers with CONNECT. Tell us about your favourite teachers! #ConnectwithIISc #StudentLife #IISc #TeachersDay

The cosmological principle grew from Copernicus’ idea that Earth isn’t the universe’s centre. It shaped how we explain cosmic uniformity & its mysteries. Devansh Jhawar explores how it helps us better understand the universe. 🔗: https://t.co/8GhzFBTzTt #ConnectwithIISc

Aviral Sood traces how IISc's JRD Tata Memorial Library has grown alongside the Institute as a repository of knowledge over the years. How many hours have you spent in your reading days in a library? Comment below! 🔗: https://t.co/wXbbcrUYus #ConnectwithIISc #Library

Traditional Indian #vernacular homes are not only a blend of culture and function but a testimony to #sustainability goals. @bitasta8778 explores how we can adapt these techniques into our modern architectural practices. 🔗: https://t.co/2UvGKbdhl0 #ConnectwithIISc #architecture

“I strongly encourage all my students to use AI,” says Nihar B Shah, an alumna of the Department of Electrical Communication Engineering (ECE), IISc, who is now working on using AI to improve the way we do science. 🔗: https://t.co/ZpNjEoW58v #ConnectwithIISc #AI

When it comes to prototyping, when should designers go digital, and when should they get their hands dirty? Spoorthy Kannur explores what it takes to shape a design idea into something that actually works. 🔗: https://t.co/JJKqvrWgfa #ConnectwithIISc #Design #Protoype

IISc’s Department of Civil Engineering is a cornerstone of the Institute today. And the man who laid its foundation is NS Govinda Rao. @SandynoneM traces Rao’s journey as an engineer and administrator in the department’s long history. 🔗 https://t.co/QbIb7RvbmW #ConnectwithIISc

At IISc, elected student bodies shoulder wide-ranging responsibilities, from addressing campus issues to organising events. Shloak Vatsal traces the election process and what drives students to step into these demanding positions. 🔗: https://t.co/3vgZRQX25P #ConnectwithIISc

To many, maths is a struggle. To others, it’s a source of deep wonder. In our cover story, Rohini Subrahmanyam traces how mathematicians find meaning, beauty, and even joy in abstract patterns and puzzles. 🔗 https://t.co/N8PNr7HkT3 #Maths #Mathematics #Numbers #Patterns

The June 2025 issue of Connect is out! Read about the elegant beauty of mathematics, the century-old saga of the hydrogen bond, reflections on design prototyping and vernacular architecture, and more! 🔗 https://t.co/ieln6mfTO5 Cover: Sumana Sainath #ConnectwithIISc

From the bustling Sarvam complex to hidden pathways, the IISc campus has many spots for students to hang out, work, or simply enjoy a moment of quiet. Some students to share their favourites: https://t.co/po9x4ow14u #ConnectwithIISc #CampusChronicles #StudentLife #IISc

Climbing summits is no easy feat. But Arpita Patra is on a mission to summit the highest of them all, hoping to inspire women to dream bigger. 🔗: https://t.co/1f8LEUjU2W #ConnectwithIISc #Mountaineering #SevenSummits #Kilimanjaro #Elbrus #Everest

Step into IISc’s lush green campus, and you will be greeted by various margs (paths), each named after the magnificent trees that line them. @bitasta8778 explores their rich history and origins. 🔗: https://t.co/5zIOGKaU6o #ConnectwithIISc #IISc #campus #trees #greenery #history

Between the rigour of academics, IISc students are finding joy and extra income from side gigs, such as terrariums, quilling, and YouTube tutorials. Shreya Gangwal explores how these are helping students unwind, connect, and thrive. 🔗: https://t.co/svOjCESmHn #ConnectwithIISc