NPTEL Elite Certification in Introduction to Biomimicry by EEE faculty member

Dr. Neenu Thomas, Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE) at Vidya Academy of Science and Technology, Thrissur, has successfully completed the NPTEL online certification course Introduction to Biomimicry, offered by the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras).

She secured an overall score of 64%, earning the prestigious Elite certification upon completion of the eight-week course conducted from July to September 2026. The assessment comprised online assignments and a proctored examination.

The course focuses on biomimicry, an approach that draws inspiration from nature’s designs, processes, and strategies to develop innovative solutions to real-world challenges.

This achievement reflects Dr. Neenu Thomas’s commitment to continuous learning, academic excellence, and professional development. Vidya Academy of Science and Technology congratulates her on this accomplishment and wishes her continued success in her academic and professional endeavours.