Mon Feb 24 06:35:09 UTC 2025: ## New STEM Lab Opens at Chennai Girls’ School, Aiming to Boost Female Participation in Science

**CHENNAI, February 24, 2025** – A new STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) lab opened its doors at the Jaigopal Garodia Government Girls’ Higher Secondary School in Choolaimedu, Chennai, on February 21st, marking a significant step towards increasing female participation in STEM fields. The initiative, a collaboration between Grundfos Pumps India Pvt Ltd., the Don Bosco Egmore 1997 alumni group, and the LMES Foundation, aims to address the gender gap in the STEM workforce.

The lab will host a three-year hands-on program for 50 students in grades 6 and 7, covering a range of topics from basic physics and electronics to advanced robotics, AI, and aerospace. The program includes sessions with industry experts, industry visits, and career guidance to help students navigate their future educational and professional paths. Students will also be eligible for the LMES Foundation’s college education scholarship program.

The Don Bosco 1997 alumni, spearheaded by Thousand Lights MLA Dr. Ezhilan, have a history of social initiatives. This STEM lab represents their fifth project in five years, building on previous efforts such as providing laptops to students and constructing classrooms in government schools. YRG Care, a foundation headed by a fellow alumnus, matches the alumni group’s contributions to these projects.

Grundfos Pumps India Pvt Ltd. supports the initiative, aligning with its social impact mission. The program’s organizers believe it will not only improve student learning outcomes but also significantly increase the number of girls choosing science streams in higher education. The program’s success at Jaigopal Garodia school will be carefully evaluated to determine its scalability to other government schools in the state.

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