Indo-U.S. Virtual Networks for COVID-19

News: The Indo-US Science and Technology Forum(IUSSTF) has announced the awards for Indo-U.S. Virtual Networks for COVID-19.

Facts:

  • Indo-U.S. Virtual Networks for COVID-19: It is an initiative of IUSSTF to support the efforts of leading researchers from India and the U.S to find solutions to the COVID 19 pandemic and emerging global challenges.

Additional Facts:

  • Indo-U.S. Science and Technology Forum(IUSSTF): It is an autonomous bilateral organization jointly funded by the Governments of India and the US.
    • Aim: To promote long-term scientific collaborations through partnerships amongst individual scientists, scientific institutions, and the scientific community at large.
    • Nodal Departments: The Department of Science & Technology, Governments of India and the U.S. Department of States are respective nodal departments.