About Dr. Homi Bhabha State University

The Government of Maharashtra has established the Dr. Homi Bhabha State University, as a Cluster University in 2019, with the Institute of Science, Mumbai; Elphinstone College, Mumbai; Sydenham College, Mumbai; Secondary Training College, Mumbai; Institute of Forensic Science, Mumbai; and Sydenham Institute of Management Studies, Research and Entrepreneurship Education, Mumbai as the Constituent Colleges. The Institute of Science, Mumbai is the Lead Institute of the University. All the colleges are more than 100 years old; the youngest the Institute of Science was established in 1920; while the oldest the Elphinstone College was established in 1835. The University is an independent degree granting entity with its own Rules and Regulations. This is the first University of its kind in the State of Maharashtra and is established as per the guidelines of Rashtriya Ucchatar Shiksha Abhiyan (RUSA). The establishment of this University is expected to charge the Higher Education system in the State with new vigour. It will lead to optimum use of resources of the constituent colleges and will offer the learners wide options of learning with flexibility and assist them with student-friendly support system. It will generate contemporary and relevant infrastructure and provide undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in diverse disciplines under choice based credit system (CBCS). The CBCS will adopt a cafeteria approach, where the students will be given freedom to select some courses from an array of courses as per their preferences. The students may take some of the courses across the constituent colleges. The programmes will be dynamic and demand driven. The students may participate in various activities organized by the constituent colleges.

About The Institute of Science

Climate change poses significant challenges in the 21st century, affecting natural systems, economies, and societies. Extreme weather events, rising sea levels, and ecosystem shifts demand innovative solutions. Traditional approaches are insufficient, leading to a growing recognition of data science’s potential. Fields like big data analytics, machine learning, and statistical modelling empower researchers to create accurate climate models, predict extreme events, and uncover previously hidden trends. The upcoming conference, “Data Science for Climate Resilience, ” aims to showcase advancements, foster collaboration, and provide actionable insights to address climate impacts.

About the Department of Mathematics & Data Science

The Department of Mathematics at The Institute of Science is one of the institute’s oldest departments, having been part of it since its founding. It has been led by notable figures such as Dr. Masani, Professor Huzurbazar, and Professor V. V. Rane, and is currently overseen by Professor Selby Jose. The department offers two postgraduate programs: a traditional M.Sc. in Mathematics and an interdisciplinary M.Sc. in Data Science, with an enrolment capacity of 40 students per batch for each program. In 2019, the curriculum was thoroughly revised to meet industry standards and stay updated with current trends. This revision, along with the adoption of effective teaching methods, led to successful placements for several students. A major milestone was the launch of the M.Sc. in Data Science program in the 2021-2022 academic year. Recognizing the growing demand for data science, a popular applied mathematics field, the department introduced this program in line with its vision to provide students with value-added education that prepares them for future opportunities. In research, the department emphasized the importance of high-quality publications, encouraging faculty members to contribute actively. Faculty have also been invited to serve as resource persons and keynote speakers at various webinars, conferences, and faculty development programs. Each year, the department organizes an outreach program called "SIGMATICS" on National Mathematics Day, aimed at promoting mathematics among school students. The department has also been proactive in supporting students’ academic and professional goals. It conducted workshops to help students prepare for the NET/SET teaching eligibility tests, with several students The Department of Mathematics remains committed to providing the best possible education and resources to its students, working closely with the institute, faculty, and students to move forward in a focused and collaborative manner.

About the Conference

Climate change poses significant challenges in the 21st century, affecting natural systems, economies, and societies. Extreme weather events, rising sea levels, and ecosystem shifts demand innovative solutions. Traditional approaches are insufficient, leading to a growing recognition of data science’s potential. Fields like big data analytics, machine learning, and statistical modelling empower researchers to create accurate climate models, predict extreme events, and uncover previously hidden trends. The upcoming conference, “Data Science for Climate Resilience”, aims to showcase advancements, foster collaboration, and provide actionable insights to address climate impacts.
Objectives of the conference
Highlight cutting-edge research and technological advancements in data science applied to climate resilience.
• Create opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration between data scientists, climate scientists, policymakers, and industry professionals.
• Facilitate networking and knowledge exchange to build partnerships that drive climate resilience initiatives policy recommendations.
• Engage policymakers in discussions to integrate data-driven strategies into climate policies and frameworks, capacity building.
• Enhance the capacity of researchers, practitioners, and students through workshops and hands-on sessions on data science techniques and tools.