REPORT OF NATIONAL CONFERENCE ON RECENT ADVANCES IN INTERDISCIPLINARY SCIENCE

Abstract

The scientific landscape is experiencing rapid change due to groundbreaking research that uncovers the intricate connections between seemingly unrelated fields. In light of this transformation, the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 calls for a fundamental re-evaluation of educational approaches. The NEP emphasizes the importance of equipping future generations with the skills needed to navigate this interconnected world. The National Conference on Recent Advances in Interdisciplinary Science (NCRAIS) aligns itself with these goals by serving as a comprehensive platform for practitioners, researchers, and policymakers. The conference aims to facilitate the exchange of ideas, best practices, and cutting-edge research to transform science education and integrate interdisciplinary science (IDS) into the national curriculum. While traditional, isolated approaches to science education have had their merits, they struggle to capture the inherent interconnectedness of different disciplines. NEP 2020 stresses the need to move beyond rote memorization and compartmentalized knowledge. For example, studying the human body in isolation, without considering the interplay between biology, chemistry, and physics, can hinder students' understanding of its holistic functions.