India, Feb. 7 -- The ICMR-National Institute of Virology (NIV), Pune, marked its 74th Foundation Day on February 4 with a programme aimed at nurturing scientific curiosity among school students and showcasing the institute's contributions to public health, officials said on Thursday.

As part of a two-phase outreach initiative conducted in collaboration with Vijnana Bharati (VIBHA), NIV scientists interacted with 1,180 students from Classes 6 to 12. Over 1,130 students were reached through visits to three schools in Pune. In comparison, around 50 students and teachers were invited to the NIV campus for an interactive learning experience, according to an official statement.

Students were introduced to basic concepts of virology, including...