Extracts from visitors diary

06.02.2001

Ankidyne has erected a science park with a vast collection of open air gadgets at Centre for Science in Society, Cochin University of Science & Technology, Kerala ( A centre for children to develop scientific interest in Science & Technology).

We are pleased to quote some of the valuable appreciations rendered for this centre by world famous scientists, scholars and educationists. (Please take into account, the centre is involved in indoor activities too, where Ankidyne’s Science park is a major outdoor attraction of the centre).

“With a group of 20 econometrics students we have enjoyed your science park very much. I think it is very important for children to see ‘how things work’ to avoid that they start to believe in all types of dangerous superstitions. So the Professors who initiated this project did a great job for the advancement of science and civilization.

All the best for the future.”

Dr. Rein D. Noble
B.Russellstraat 26, Amsterdam

13.12.2002

“It is indeed fascinating. The effort, supplemented by creative ideas is evident everywhere. It needs replication on a much larger scale. I would certainly talk about it at various places and exhort people to visit it, get ideas and put them to use for developing scientific temper and a greater appreciation of the relationship between science and technology”.

Dr.J.S.Rajput
Director, NCERT, New Delhi

29.01.2002

“Very good exhibition to improve creativity in children. Hands on experience will teach them more specifically the principles. Good effort.

Dr.P.K.Iyengar
Former Chairman, Atomoic Energy Commission
Former Chairmer, STEC, Govt. of Kerala.

09.01.2003

“A world of possibilities opening up for children is what I saw here. Tremendous replication value. Imagination is the greatest resource and what could be better than such a stimulating environment as this for the children”.

Mr.R.Gopalakrishnan, I.A.S.,
Secretary to Chief Minister
Govt. of Madhya Praesh.

10.12.2002

“This is a wonderful experience for young children to get exposed to science and engineering. Credit must be given to… for setting up such a facility for the learning of young kids and for the progress of science”.

Prof.Tapan K.Sarkar
Syracuse University, New Delhi

17.11.1997

“I am amazed that how a vision of science from the simplest down to earth demostration of SHM to sophisticated time and frequency standard could be commissioned at one place… deserves full credit for such an achievement. I wish there could be some more persons with vision how to create science culture in the country taking use from the vision and dedication of…..”

Prof.Abhai Mansing
Director, University of Delhi Campus,
New Delhi