Mahendragarh : Dr. Ashok Jangra, Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Central University of Haryana (CUH), Mahendragarhfetched international grant of 1250 USDfrom International Brain Research Organization (IBRO) and Dana Foundation for organizing Brain Awareness Week. Brain Awareness Week (BAW) is a global campaign intended to create and raise awareness of neuroscience along with the progress and benefits of brain research. Prof. Tankeshwar Kumar, Vice Chancellor congratulated the faculty member Dr. Ashok Jangra for this remarkable achievement and appreciated that this program will create awareness in the children and nearby villagers regarding the lifestyle choices that can help to improve and/or prevent neuropsychiatric illnesses with particular emphasis on yoga, exercise, and Drug De-Addiction.
Dr. Dinesh Kumar, Head of the Department of Pharmaceuticals said that IBRO, a Paris-based organization has been training and encouraging young scientists and researchers all around the world since 1961 for remarkable contribution in the field of neurosciences. The Dana Foundation is a private philanthropic organization based in New York dedicated to advancing neuroscience and society by supporting cross-disciplinary intersections such as neuroscience and ethics, law, policy, humanities, and arts. Dr. Dinesh Kumar said that this achievement of the departmental teacher establishes the presence of the Central University of Haryana international platform.
Dr. Ashok Jangra said that Quiz and poster competition on brain will be organized separately for school and university students. In addition, a seminar will be conducted on the theme “Lifestyle choices and Brain Health” in which various renowned neuroscientists will impart their knowledge to the students, parents, and university professionals. For this achievement, Dr. Jangra expressed his gratitude to the Prof. Tankeshwar Kumar Vice Chancellor of the University, Prof. NeelamSangwan Dean of the School of Interdisciplinary and Applied Sciences, and Dr. Dinesh Kumar Head of the Department for their continuous support and encouragement.
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