A young woman scientist from Meghalaya has been selected for this year’s
ISRO Young Scientist Award for her urban information system project in
the North East, officials said on Thursday.
The award for Jenita Mary Nongkynrih carries a citation and cash of Rs 50,000.
Currently working as a scientist at the North Eastern Space Applications
Centre (NESAC), Umiam, Ms. Nongkynrih holds a Master’s degree in
Geography from the North Eastern Hill University.
Congratulating Ms. Nongkynrih, NESAC Director S Sudhakar said she would
inspire young people wanting to build their career in space-based
applications.