BENGALURU — India has shown how collaboration, curiosity, and shared learning can drive the future, said Hanna Stjärne, Executive Director of the Nobel Foundation, during the Nobel Prize Dialogue held Monday at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc).
Speaking to IANS on the sidelines of the event, Stjärne highlighted the enthusiasm and engagement of Indian students and researchers, describing it as a reflection of the nation’s strong commitment to knowledge and cooperation.
“Today is a great example of how we can come together to discuss, share knowledge, and learn from one another — all of which are essential for the future,” Stjärne said. “When we organize meetings like this, we bring many laureates onto the stage, but they’re also here to engage and answer questions. It becomes an exchange between students, the public, and the laureates — a true opportunity to learn from one another.”
Stjärne praised the success of the Bengaluru session, noting the high level of participation and intellectual curiosity among attendees. “There were so many questions today — we could have continued the discussion for much longer,” she said. “I’m really looking forward to hearing the questions that the audience in Mumbai will raise tomorrow.”
She also commended the collaboration between organizers and partners that made the event possible, calling it “an excellent partnership that worked out very well.”
The Nobel Prize Dialogue, titled “The Future We Want,” ran from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at IISc Bengaluru. The program served as a platform to connect Nobel laureates and global scientific leaders with India’s young thinkers, encouraging discussion on innovation, sustainability, and the shared future of humanity. (Source: IANS)
