Summary
She gave a virtual address to the Indian Institute of Science during its convocation ceremony.
The ceremony honored 1,452 students who earned Doctorate or Master's degrees and 118 undergraduate students who earned their first degrees.
Key Points
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Soumya Swaminathan emphasized that scientific work must be honest and clear for everyone.
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The Indian Institute of Science held a convocation, a formal graduation event, for thousands of graduates.
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1,452 graduates received Doctorate (highest) or Master's (advanced) degrees.
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118 undergraduate students received their first university degrees.
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The address was delivered online, allowing many to listen from home.
New Words to Learn
7 wordsintegrity
being honest and following moral principles
transparency
being open and clear so others can see what is happening
convocation
a formal ceremony where graduates receive their diplomas
M. S. Swaminathan Research Foundation
an organization that works on science, agriculture, and sustainable development
Indian Institute of Science
a leading university in India that focuses on scientific research and education
Doctorate
the highest academic degree awarded by a university
Master's degree
an advanced university degree earned after a first degree
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