Transform Tech Insights into Stories with the India Science Book Fellowship
Are you passionate about how technology impacts our world? Do you want to make complex tech concepts accessible to everyone? The India Science Book Fellowship is your chance to write a book that translates the wonders of technology into stories that inspire and educate a wide audience.
What is the India Science Book Fellowship?
The Foundation for Advancing Science and Technology (FAST India) has launched the India Science Book Fellowship, offering budding authors and tech enthusiasts a unique opportunity. The goal is to encourage more non-fiction books that explain science and technology in an engaging way. If you have the talent to turn tech jargon into readable, compelling narratives, this fellowship is for you!
Why Focus on Technology?
Technology is shaping every aspect of our world, yet many people struggle to understand how it works and its future implications. Your book could help demystify topics like:
- AI and Machine Learning: Explore how AI is revolutionizing industries and raising ethical questions.
- Quantum Computing: Explain the future of computing power and its groundbreaking applications.
- Blockchain and Cybersecurity: How blockchain technology is reshaping finance, security, and beyond.
- Tech Innovations in India: Share stories about how Indian scientists and technologists are driving global progress.
Themes You Could Consider
When writing your book, here are some fascinating angles to explore:
- Personal accounts: Document the journeys of scientists and tech innovators, sharing how their work has impacted the field and society.
- Demystifying inventions: Simplify and explain the latest scientific and technological discoveries.
- Impact of technology on society: How has technology shaped our lives, from automation to connectivity?
- Indian contributions: Showcase exciting stories about Indian scientists and their influence on global tech.
- History of science in India: Dive into the rich history of scientific progress in the country.
- Intersection of science, culture, and economics: Explore how technology intersects with cultural and economic systems, especially in the Indian context.
Fellowship Benefits
- ₹10 Lakh Grant: A financial grant to focus on your writing over a year.
- Expert Guidance: Work with top science and tech writers, publishers, and mentors to refine your manuscript.
- Publishing Support: Receive assistance in publishing your work through a recognized publishing house.
- Visibility and Promotion: Take part in book launch events and promotional campaigns to boost your work’s reach.
How to Apply
Who Can Apply?
If you are a tech researcher, developer, science journalist, or simply someone fascinated by technology’s role in society, this fellowship is for you. Whether you have prior writing experience or not, if you can make tech accessible and engaging, this is your opportunity to shine.
Application Timeline
- Abstract Submission Opens: October 15, 2024
- Submission Deadline: November 15, 2024
- Shortlist Announcement: December 6, 2024
