Jenita Mary Nongkynrih – A Woman scientist from Meghalaya gets ISRO award
This year’s ISRO Young Scientist Award was given to Jenita Mary Nongkynrih, a young woman scientist from Meghalaya.
Award: Citation and cash of Rs 50,000
Project: She was awarded for her Urban Information system project in the North East
Fast Facts about Jenita Mary:
- Currently working as a scientist at the North Eastern Space Applications Centre (NESAC),
- Holds a Master’s degree in Geography from North Eastern Hill University.
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2013
Category: Awards, Honours & Persons in News