Visakhapatnam: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has pledged active support for space science research in universities and research institutions based on the recommendations of the Advisory Committee for Space Science (ADCOS), according to ISRO's Atmospheric and Space Science Avionics and Checkout Division Deputy Head, P Pradeep Kumar.

Speaking during a distinguished lecture on 'Payloadyaan - Overview and Operations of Payloads and More' at GITAM on Thursday, Kumar emphasized that recent initiatives and ongoing projects offer exciting opportunities to engage young research scientists and students in the field of space science.

The event, jointly organized by the institution's Career Guidance Centre and the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering (EECE), featured notable figures including School of Technology Director K. Nagendra Prasad, EECE Department Head GB Seventhline, and Competence Development Director Rosina Mathew.

Addressing the audience, Pradeep Kumar urged students to actively participate in space research for the betterment of the nation.

He provided insights into the critical aspects of Chandrayaan and highlighted the significance of spacecraft payload design in any space mission. He underscored that payloads serve as valuable tools for exploring and comprehending space.

Furthermore, Pradeep Kumar explained that payload design demands expertise in engineering, science, and technology, along with the ability to balance objectives, constraints, and risks associated with both the payload and the mission.

The Deputy Head shared insights into various space experiments, particularly Chandrayaan-3, Aditya Mission, and Gaganyan. He emphasized that space research holds the potential to enhance agriculture, weather forecasting, public health, public safety, land surveying, mapping, and address environmental concerns.

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