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R&M-I Retreat Highlights
The Research and Mentoring Retreat is evolving into a dynamic institutional platform that integrates mentorship, interdisciplinary science, innovation, and research development into a sustained collaborative ecosystem. By combining structured working sessions, scientific exchange, technology-enabled coordination, and community-centered engagement, the retreat seeks to inspire the next generation of researchers while strengthening GITAM's long-term research identity and competitiveness.
The Research and Mentoring Retreat aims to cultivate a collaborative and interdisciplinary research culture that empowers faculty, postdoctoral scholars, and students to develop innovative scientific ideas, strengthen mentorship networks, and build competitive research pathways aligned with emerging societal and technological challenges.
Through structured working sessions, interdisciplinary breakout discussions, mentorship engagement, and research presentation forums, the retreat seeks to foster intellectual curiosity, research excellence, translational thinking, and a sustainable ecosystem for scientific growth and innovation within GITAM University.
A pilot Research and Mentoring Program-I was conducted during the Spring Semester (April 23 – May 1, 2026).
The expanded retreat model, Research and Mentoring Program-II planned for the Fall Semester of 2026 (dates to be announced), will integrate:
The Research and Mentoring Program is evolving into a dynamic institutional platform that integrates mentorship, interdisciplinary science, innovation, and research development into a sustained collaborative ecosystem. By combining structured working sessions, scientific exchange, technology-enabled coordination, and community-centered engagement, the program seeks to inspire the next generation of researchers while strengthening GITAM's long-term research identity and competitiveness.
The Research and Mentoring Program aims to cultivate a collaborative and interdisciplinary research culture that empowers faculty, postdoctoral scholars, and students to develop innovative scientific ideas, strengthen mentorship networks, and build competitive research pathways aligned with emerging societal and technological challenges.
Through structured working sessions, interdisciplinary breakout discussions, mentorship engagement, and research presentation forums, the program seeks to foster intellectual curiosity, research excellence, translational thinking, and a sustainable ecosystem for scientific growth and innovation within GITAM University.
A pilot Research and Mentoring Program-I was conducted during the Spring Semester (April 23 – May 1, 2026).
The expanded program model, Research and Mentoring Program-II planned for the Fall Semester of 2026 (dates to be announced), will integrate:
The retreat is designed to create measurable, lasting impact across research excellence, mentorship quality, and institutional identity.
Foster joint research proposals and incubate collaborative ideas across departments and disciplines.
Create structured forums for cross-disciplinary dialogue, generating new research insights and partnerships.
Build sustainable mentorship networks connecting faculty, postdoctoral scholars, and graduate students.
Recognize and reward outstanding oral and poster presentations by faculty and students through merit-based awards.
Leverage digital platforms and tools to enhance research coordination, outreach, and ongoing collaboration.
Strengthen long-term academic partnerships and build a shared research identity across GITAM campuses.
Track the evolution of the Research & Mentoring Program from pilot to a full annual institutional program.
Sudhir Kumar Pasala · School of Architecture · GITAM University
Ch. Sree Manasa · School of Business · GITAM University
Pronema Bagchi · School of Social Sciences and Humanities · GITAM University
Dhwani Dave · GITAM University
Rajeswara Reddy Resapu · School of Core Engineering · GITAM University
Santhosh Kumar Alla · School of Science · GITAM University
Tushar Mondal · School of Architecture · GITAM University
Sushobhan Dash · Engineering (Department of Biotechnology) · GITAM University
Renuka Lenka · School of Business · GITAM University
Ramananda Sagar Bagu · School of Core Engineering · GITAM University
Nikhil Narwaria · School of Pharmacy · GITAM University
Rivu Chakravarty · School of Science · GITAM University
Anusha Boddeda · Dental College · GITAM University
Pravati Bag · School of Sciences · GITAM University
Kambala Venkata Priya · School of Social Sciences and Humanities · GITAM University
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Access brochures, forms, schedules, guidelines, and archived documentation from the Research & Mentoring Retreat.
Overview of the retreat initiative, objectives, and participation guide.
Template and submission guidelines for oral and poster abstracts.
Format requirements and guidelines for oral and poster presentations.
Detailed schedule for retreat sessions, talks, and activities.
Post-event report covering highlights, outcomes, and learnings from the pilot retreat.
Download calendar invites (.ics) for monthly calls and upcoming events.
Share your feedback and suggestions to improve the retreat experience.
Access the full photo gallery and abstract titles from R&M-I
Reach out to the organizing team for questions, registrations, or collaboration inquiries.