Unleash the Power of Green Chemistry with Dr Ram Mohan
2024-02-06 09:00 - 13:00 (Asia/Kolkata) | Tiered Classroom, 5th Floor, Admin Block
Get ready to dive into the world of sustainable solutions and a greener future! The School of Engineering and Sciences at SRM University-AP is thrilled to announce an exciting workshop on “Unleashing the Power of Green Chemistry: Better Living, Sustainable Solutions” by our esteemed guest speaker, Dr Ram Mohan, Department of Chemistry at Illinois Wesleyan University, Bloomington, Illinois, USA.
Join us for a dynamic series of lectures that will captivate your imagination:

Lecture 1: Toxic Molecules Unveiled – An Introduction to Green Chemistry
Discover the hidden dangers lurking in our everyday lives and explore the fascinating world of Green Chemistry. Dr Mohan will shed light on how we can mitigate the impact of toxic substances and pave the way for a healthier future.
Lecture 2: Sustainable Success Stories – Green Chemistry in Action
Prepare to be inspired as Dr Ram Mohan will present captivating case studies showcasing the triumphs of Green Chemistry. Learn how innovative minds have harnessed the power of sustainable practices to solve real-life environmental challenges. .
Lecture 3: Empowering Change – Unleashing the Potential of Green Chemistry
In this final lecture, he will empower you with practical examples of how Green Chemistry can transform our world.
This workshop promises to be an immersive experience, allowing you to interact with a true expert in the field. It is an invaluable opportunity for students and faculty members alike to nurture a passion for chemistry and sustainability and make a positive impact on our planet. Get ready to unlock the potential of Green Chemistry and embark on a journey towards a more sustainable future.
Let’s come together, ignite change, and unleash the power of Green Chemistry!

Understanding the Nuclear Aspects of the Big Bang
2025-02-05 15:00 - 17:00 | C-602, C V Raman Block
The Department of Physics is organising a Departmental Research Seminar on “Nuclear Processes during the Big Bang Nucleosynthesis” on February 05, 2025. The seminar will be delivered by renowned academician Dr Martin Schaefer, Department of Theoretical Physics, Nuclear Physics Institute, Czech Academy of Sciences.
Tune in to hear from the expert on the phenomenon of Big Bang Nucleosynthesis.
Abstract
It is believed that at the early stage of the Universe, roughly 10 seconds after the Big Bang, the temperature dropped sufficiently to allow the first atomic nuclei to form. Subsequent nuclear reactions produced stable helium and lithium isotopes and negligible traces of heavier elements. This process is known as the primordial nucleosynthesis of light elements or Big Bang Nucleosynthesis (BBN). At the end of BBN, the specific primordial abundances left an observable imprint in the current Universe. This echo nowadays serves to test the Hot Big Bang theory and the Standard Model of particle physics. An accurate description of BBN nuclear reactions is crucial in studying primordial nucleosynthesis. Nowadays, reaction dynamics can be calculated by applying highly sophisticated ab initio theoretical methods. In my contribution, I will discuss how a systematic approach to describing nuclear interactions and ab initio methods might contribute to revealing mysteries about this early stage of the Universe.
