SRMAP Events

Prof. Michel Waldschmidt’s Talk on ABC Conjecture
2024-12-13 15:30 - 16:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | Board Room, Homi J Bhabha Block
The Department of Mathematics is delighted to announce that the 11th Distinguished Lecture will be held on Friday, December 13, 2024, at 3:30 PM. Prof. Michel Waldschmidt, Emeritus Professor at Sorbonne Universit´e, Institut Mathematique de Jussieu, France, will deliver the talk “On the ABC Conjecture.”
Abstract
The talk will explain the statement of the ABC Conjecture proposed by Oesterlé and Masser in the mid-80s and give a collection of easy-to-state consequences of this conjecture. This lecture will not include an introduction to Shinichi Mochizuki’s Inter-universal Teichmüller Theory.
About the Speaker
Prof. Michel Waldschmidt is an eminent French mathematician specialising in transcendental number theory. He is a Professor Emeritus at the Institut de Mathématiques de Jussieu – Paris Rive Gauche (IMJ-PRG), University of Paris, France. Renowned for his groundbreaking contributions to Diophantine approximations, algebraic independence, and transcendental numbers, Prof. Waldschmidt has authored several influential books and research articles.
With a career spanning decades, Prof. Waldschmidt has been actively involved in advancing mathematical research and education worldwide. He has also delivered numerous lectures globally, inspiring countless students and researchers. He is deeply committed to fostering mathematical outreach and collaboration.
Join the session for an intriguing and insightful lecture!

FDP on "Algebra, Analysis, and Number Theory"
2024-12-16 09:00 - 2024-12-20 17:00 | Online event
The Department of Mathematics is organising an online Faculty Development Programme on “Algebra, Analysis and Number Theory” from December 16 – 20, 2024. The Faculty Development Programme aims to enhance the pedagogical skills required for teaching mathematics at the tertiary level of education. An extensive range of topics from Algebra, Analysis, and Number Theory will be covered and discussed by the expert faculty of SRM University-AP, familiarising participants from other disciplines with various areas of mathematics.
The FDP is open to all College/University Teachers, Research Scholars, UG & PG Students.
Main Course Contents

Algebra: Structure of Cyclic Groups, Lagrange’s Theorem and Sylow Theorems.
Analysis: Bolzano-Weierstrass Theorem, Intermediate Value Theorem and Heine Borel Theorem.
Number Theory: Plane Curves, Rational Points and Elliptic Curves.

Resource Persons

Prof. V Kannan, Professor, SRM University-AP
Prof. Kalyan Chakraborty, Professor, SRM University-AP
Dr Subha Sandeep Repaka, Assistant Professor, SRM University-AP

Last Date to Register – December 14, 2024
Programme Coordinators:

Dr Sandeep Kumar Verma
Dr M Radhakrishnan
Dr G Damodar Reddy

For more details, contact – mat.office@srmap.edu.in

Problems with Proton's low-energy structure and connections to Two-Photon Exchange in Lepton-Proton Scattering
2024-12-20 15:00
Affiliation: IIT Guwahati

Dr Somesh Vinayak Tewari, Assistant Professor, was invited as the resource person for the FDP on OBE
2025-05-09 00:00
Organising Institution: Narasaraopeta Engineering College (Autonomous)Category: One day FDP on “Outcome-based Education”

International Conference on Emerging Trends in Chemical Biology (ETCB-2025)
2025-01-04 08:00 - 2025-01-05 17:00
The Department of Chemistry is proud to host the International Conference on Emerging Trends in Chemical Biology (ETCB-2025) on December 08 & 09, 2025.
ETCB-2025 will highlight emerging issues in chemical biology such as the use of oligonucleotides in medicine, bioorganic and medicinal chemistry, artificial intelligence (AI) and computational methods in drug discovery and structural biology, and the creation of sensors and molecular diagnostic tools. Leading scientists from India and around the world will collaborate, be inspired to innovate, and build relationships through the conference’s keynote and guest lectures, young researcher sessions, poster presentations, flash talks, and networking opportunities.
Dates of the Summit: December 08 & 09, 2025
Last Date for Registration and Fee Payment: November 05, 2025
Thematic Areas

Oligonucleotides in healthcare
Bioorganic and medicinal chemistry
AI/computational studies in structural biology and drug discovery
Development of sensors and Molecular diagnostic tools

For more details, visit – ETBC website

UDL#19: Explore the World of Nanomaterials with Prof. Ajayan – A Pioneer of Nanotechnology
2025-01-07 11:00 - 13:00 | Mini Auditorium
The 19th edition of the University Distinguished Lecture is scheduled to be held on January 07, 2025. The distinguished lecture will be delivered by the esteemed academician and renowned researcher in the field of nanotechnology, Prof. Pulickel M. Ajayan, Benjamin M. and Mary Greenwood Anderson Professor of Engineering at Rice University, Texas, USA on the topic “Nano-Engineered Materials”.
Abstract
The last two decades in materials science have been dominated by spectacular discoveries in nanotechnology. This talk will focus on some of these developments, particularly in relation to the challenges in designing and controllably synthesizing functional nano-engineered materials. The lecture will elaborate on several classes of materials, for example, carbon-based and boron-nitrogen-carbon-based materials, two-dimensional materials such as transition metal di-chalcogenides and their hybrids, defect-engineered materials and single-atom catalysts, and interface-controlled nanocomposites. We will also consider the impact of bottom-up engineering on the design of material systems relevant to many areas of applications. Several aspects, including synthesis, chemical manipulation and hybridization, will be discussed to address the opportunities that are available in creating novel nanoengineered materials.
About the Speaker
Prof. Pulickel M Ajayan has worked in nanotechnology for nearly three decades. He has published more than 1300 journal papers, earning more than 225,000 citations and an h-index of 230 (by Google Scholar). His work covers diverse areas of nanomaterials including nanoparticles, nanotubes, diamond, 2D materials, nanocomposite, energy storage materials and 3D printing. He is the Benjamin M. and Mary Greenwood Anderson professor of Engineering at Rice University and the Founding Chair of the Department of Materials Science and NanoEngineering. He is a recipient of several awards, such as the Spiers Memorial Award, the MRS medal, the Alexander von Humboldt-Helmoltz Senior Award, and the Lifetime Nanotechnology Award from the Houston Technology Center. He received Docteur Honoris Causa from the Universite Catholique de of Louvain and distinguished alumni recognition from his Alma Mater, Banaras Hindu University, and the Materials Science department at Northwestern University.
Join the insightful session and hear from the expert!

University Explorations
2025-01-09 08:00 - 17:00
Outreach and Exploration Programme
SRM University-AP’s outreach and exploration programme exemplifies its commitment to being Globally Connected, Regionally Transformative, and Nationally Relevant. Through multiple initiatives the varsity contributes to the dissemination of knowledge and resources beyond the boundaries of its campus so as to positively impact the society. This focus on outreach not only enriches the learning journey of students but also underscores the university’s belief in the power of knowledge to make a meaningful difference in the lives of many.

Solar-Powered VSI Speed Control of PMSM with Performance Analysis & Controller Optimization
2025-01-20 00:00 - 2025-01-22 00:00
Abstract: This study examines the integration of permanent magnet synchronous motors (PMSM) with renewable energy sources, focusing on solar photovoltaic (SPV) arrays to improve efficiency and sustainability in electric vehicle (EV) applications. PMSM, renowned for its high efficiency, silent operation, and precise control, is managed using a proportional-integral (PI) controller to handle variable load conditions, including fluctuations in torque and current. By fine-tuning the PI controller’s gains, the desired motor speed is achieved efficiently. A DC-DC Buck-Boost converter serves as an intermediary power conditioning unit, optimizing energy extraction from the SPV array and enhancing system efficiency. This setup ensures that PMSM meets the power and operational demands of EVs. Additionally, a voltage source inverter (VSI) facilitates electronic commutation of the PMSM, providing accurate control using fundamental frequency pulses. The system is modeled and simulated in MATLAB/Simulink, demonstrating its reliability under diverse load conditions. The findings underscore the potential of this approach in promoting renewable energy integration in EVs, paving the way for cleaner and more sustainable transportation solutions.Venue: NIT RaipurInstitute: NIT Raipur

Bi-LSTM-based electrical load prediction model for a microgrid community area of Panama City
2025-01-20 00:00 - 2025-01-22 00:00
Abstract: Accurate prediction of electricity consumption is essential for the efficient functioning of power grids and the successful administration of energy markets in the field of energy planning. There are several benefits such as system efficiency, dependability, safety, and stability with the proper forecasting of load demand. To ensure the proper operation of the microgrid energy management system, it is essential to predict the overall load demand with precision and consistency. A bidirectional long short-term memory network (Bi-LSTM) model is considered in this paper for the electrical load forecasting of microgrids. The proposed model is verified by using the standard available load forecasting data set of Panama City. Furthermore, the approach is compared with LSTM load forecasting method. The various performance metrics such as MAE, RAE, RSE, R2, RMSE, and NRMSE are employed in this paper to evaluate the accuracy of the proposed prediction model. In this work, the Bi-LSTM method got the better error reduction values of 17.8% in MAE, 1.70% in RMSE, 2.37% in NRMSE, 3.5% in RSE, 19% in RAE and 1.2% improvement in R2 when compared to the LSTM model. The proposed load prediction model is helpful in estimating the future power shortages of the microgrid community which leads to improve the system efficiency and reliability.
Venue: Raipur
Institute: National Institute of Technology Raipur

Customized Inverter configuration for multiple Pole-Pair Stator winding Induction motor drive with reduced DC Bus Voltage
2025-01-20 00:00 - 2025-01-22 00:00
Abstract: In this paper, A new customized multi-level inverter (MLI) configuration is proposed for induction motor drive, aiming to lower the requirement of DC bus voltage magnitude. This method utilizes pole pair winding coils separately to generate multi-level voltage waveform across the total stator phase windings. As the inverter requires lower input voltage it eliminates the requirement of boost converters when it is used in the EV applications. The inherent advantages of this topology significantly reduce control complexity in the battery systems by reducing the number of series-connected battery cells. The conventional Level-Shifted Sine Triangle PWM technique proficiently shifts low frequency harmonics to the carrier frequency, enhancing power quality and minimizing electromagnetic interference. Through MATLAB simulation, this new customized multi-level inverter-fed open-end stator winding Induction motor is simulated and results are presented to validate the proposed concept. Ultimately, our research aims to contribute to advancing electric vehicle technology by operating the induction motor with minimal input DC source voltage, and substantial output gain.
Venue: NIT Raipur, G.E Road, Amanaka, Raipur, Chhattisgarh, India
Institute: National Institute of Technology Raipur

Non-isolated High-Gain DC-DC Converter with Moderate Gain for Hybrid Energy System Applications on DC Microgrids
2025-01-20 00:00 - 2025-01-22 00:00
Abstract: A novel non-isolated High-Gain DC-DC Converter with Moderate Gain for Hybrid Energy.
Venue: Online (SRM AP)
Institute: NIT Raipur

Design and Analysis of DC-DC Boost Converter Using Model Predictive Controller
2025-01-20 00:00 - 2025-01-22 00:00
Abstract: A boost converter is a type of device used to convert direct current (DC) from one voltage level to another. It operates by increasing the input voltage to a higher output voltage level. DC-DC converters are utilised in a wide range of applications. The primary application of boost converters is to establish an interface with renewable energy sources. This paper presents a comparative analysis of two controllers, namely the Proportional Integral controller and Model Predictive Control (MPC), for practical applications of the Boost converter. The boost converter is designed and simulated in the MATLAB/SIMULINK environment for this study. The performance of the MPC con troller is found to be superior when compared to the PI controller. The effectiveness of the proposed control scheme is validated through the utilisation of OPAL-RT.
Venue: NIT Raipur
Institute: NIT Raipur

Bridging Industry and Academia: Departmental Expert Talk
2025-01-22 14:00 - 17:00 | Tiered Classroom, 5th Floor, Admin Block
The Department of Computer Science and Engineering is organising a “Departmental Expert Talk from Academia and Industry.” Dr Malay Bhattacharyya, Associate Professor, Machine Intelligence Unit, Indian Statistical Institute, Kolkata will deliver an online session on “Human Computation for Social Good” and Mr Malay Kumar Khawas, Master Principal Cloud Architect and Global Leader – Oracle Community of Practice (Data Management), Oracle Technology, will deliver a session an in-campus on “Oracle Database High Availability and Disaster Recovery in a Multi-cloud Environment for Mission-Critical Enterprise Applications”.
About the Speakers
Dr Malay Bhattacharyya is currently an Associate Professor of Machine Intelligence Unit, the Coordinator of Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, and an Associate Member of Technology Innovation Hub on Data Science, Big Data Analytics, and Data Curation at Indian Statistical Institute, Kolkata. He is a certified Design Thinker from the MIT Sloan School of Management and holds a doctorate in Computer Science from the Indian Statistical Institute. He has several decades of teaching and research experience, including short academic visits to Stanford University, the University of Ljubljana, and the Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore.
Oracle CIO Award Winner and MVP of FY19, Mr Malay Kumar Khawas is a skilled Solution Engineer and Oracle Enterprise Architect. Malay amplifies business results using his extensive experience in Oracle Engineered System, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, Oracle Identity Management, Oracle Database Administration, and Oracle EBS Administration. He employs technology to support the blend of innovation and development. He weaves IT solutions in Oracle to ensure the best enterprise architectures for various Oracle customers.
Join us for an invigorating session

From Big Bang to Now: A Theory-Experiment Dialogue
2025-01-23 00:00 - 2025-01-25 00:00

French Mathematician Prof. Jean-Marc Deshouillers Invited for 12th Distinguished Lecture
2025-01-23 14:00 - 16:00 | 304, Conference Hall, J C Bose Block
The Department of Mathematics organises the 12th session of the Distinguished Lecture Series on January 23, 2025. Renowned French mathematician, Prof. Jean-Marc Deshouillers will deliver the keynote session on the topic “Pairwise co-primality of consecutive elements from sequences with polynomial growth.”
Abstract
The study of the coprimality of elements from sequences with polynomial growth (e.g. $(lfloor alpha n rfloor)_n$ or SPS sequences $(lfloor n^c rfloor)_n$ goes back to Evans (1953), Lambek and Moser (1955). I shall give a short outline of recent developments obtained jointly with M. Drmota and C. M”{u}llner and with S. Naik.
About the Speaker
Jean-Marc Deshouillers (born September 12, 1946, in Paris) is a French mathematician specializing in analytic number theory. He is a professor at the University of Bordeaux. Deshouillers attended the Paris École Polytechnique, graduating with an engineering diploma in 1968. He received his PhD in 1972 at the University Paris VI Pierre et Marie Curie. In the seventies, he was an Assistant Professor of Mathematics at the École Polytechnique, which moved from Paris to Palaiseau. Deshouillers is a professor at the University of Bordeaux. In 2009, he was at the Institute for Advanced Study.
In 1985, he showed with Ramachandran Balasubramanian and François Dress that, in the case of Waring’s problem’s fourth powers, the least number of fourth powers necessary to express any positive integer as a sum of fourth powers is 19.
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Beyond the standard model physics at collider
2025-01-27 15:00
Affiliation: Instituto de Física, Universidade de São Paulo, Brazil

Primordial Relics from Reheating: Linking Inflation to Dark Matter, Dark Radiation, and Leptogenesis
2025-01-28 15:00
Affiliation: Shiv Nadar Institute of Eminence

Emerging trends in optical technologies
2025-02-01 00:00 - 2025-04-01 00:00

Nuclear processes during the Big Bang Nucleosynthesis
2025-02-05 15:00
Affiliation: Czech Academy of Sciences

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.

Mastering Research Publishing with Wiley
2025-02-07 10:30 - 12:00 | ALC 1, Homi J Bhabha Block
The Office of the Dean-Research is organising a workshop on Wiley, a book and periodical Publishing House that specialises in Research, Education Publishing, Certification and Higher Education. The workshop will talk on Mastering Research Publishing by Resource Persons Dr Rohini Kitture, and Dr Paramita Banerjee on February 12, 2025.
Abstract of the Talk
The session will begin with an overview of Wiley’s journals, offering the attendees an idea of the range of potential venues for their research submissions. It will then delve into the detailed editorial review process, covering initial assessments and peer review, and clarifying reasons for desk rejections. By gaining a clearer understanding of these processes, attendees will be better equipped to avoid common pitfalls, thereby increasing the likelihood of their submissions being successful. Drawing on practical tips from editors, this talk aims to empower budding researchers to improve their publication outcomes and maximise the impact of their work.
About the Resource Persons:
Dr Rohini Kitture
Deputy Editor, Small, Small Methods AND Physical Sciences Portfolio, Wiley
A researcher and mentor with over 13 years of experience in Nanoscience and Nano-biotechnology, Dr Rohini Kitture specialises in tuning nanomaterials for sensor and healthcare applications. She possesses strong technical and communication skills, with a focus on process optimisation, and has earned the STAR award as well as an International Visiting Scientist Fellowship from Karlsruhe Institute of Technology. She has authored seven books and has taught M Tech and PhD students at various institutions.
Dr Paramita Banerjee
Assistant Editor with over 12 years of research experience in materials science, Dr Paraita Banerjee has transitioned to the publication industry, where she has been responsible for the editorial evaluation and decision-making process for the journals Advanced Materials, Advanced Functional Materials, and Advanced Theory & Simulations at Wiley. Presently Dr Banerjee is working with Wiley as Assistant Editor in Advanced Materials, Advanced Functional Materials, Advanced Theory & Simulations.
Join the resourceful session and learn the intricacies of Mastering Research Publishing

Exploring the Scope of AI - V2X Integration
2025-02-07 11:00 - 13:00 | S-614, SR Block
The Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering is conducting an Invited Talk by Dr Pradeep Chennakesavula from Foxconn Technology, Taiwan on the topic “AI Meets V2X: Enabling Smart, Safe, and Scalable Vehicular Networks” on February 07, 2025.
Join to learn more about the integration of AI with Vehicle-to-Everything Communications!
Abstract
The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) communications is transforming the landscape of intelligent transportation systems, addressing the increasing demands for safety, efficiency, and scalability in vehicular networks. By leveraging advanced AI techniques such as machine learning, deep learning, and reinforcement learning, V2X communications can enhance real-time decision-making, predictive analytics, and dynamic resource allocation.
This lecture examines how AI empowers V2X communications to predict and mitigate traffic congestion, improve vehicular coordination in high-mobility scenarios, and enhance safety-critical applications through accident prediction and proactive alerts. It also discusses the role of AI in optimising spectrum usage, power control, and edge computing capabilities, ensuring ultra-reliable and low-latency communication (URLLC) essential for autonomous driving and platooning.
The discussion delves into the pressing challenges of deploying AI in V2X systems, including data privacy, scalability in dense vehicular networks, and the need for real-time learning under dynamic environments. By highlighting the intersection of AI with 6G technologies, this lecture aims to provide a forward-looking perspective on the transformative potential of AI in shaping the future of vehicular communication systems. This exploration is critical for advancing autonomous transportation and enabling next-generation intelligent mobility.
About the Speaker
Dr Pradeep Chennakesavula is a researcher in the Next-Generation Communications Research Center at Hon Hai Research Institute, a corporate research centre of Foxconn Technology Group, Taipei, Taiwan. In this role, Dr Pradeep is actively engaged in cutting-edge research and development in next-generation communications technology, with a particular focus on Vehicular-to-Everything (V2X) Communications, Vehicular Edge Computing, and Vehicular Edge Caching.
He holds a B.Tech. degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Hyderabad, India, earned in 2009. In 2021, Pradeep completed his Ph.D. in Communications Engineering from the Institute of Communications Engineering at National Tsing Hua University, Hsinchu, Taiwan.r

AIIMS Professor on Clinical Psychology and its Scope in India
2025-02-12 11:00 - 12:30 | Zoom
The Department of Psychology at SRM University-AP is organising an invited guest talk by Dr Barre Vijaya Prasad, an distinguished figure in the field of Psychology. Dr Prasad will speak on “Clinical Psychology and its scope in India”. The session will be held virtually on February 12, 2025 is aimed at psychology students and subject enthusiasts. Join the zoom session to get insights on the topic.
About the Speaker:
Dr Vijaya Prasad is a seasoned psychologist and Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology Department of Psychiatry at AIIMS, New Delhi with a doctorate from the Centre for Health Psychology, University of Hyderabad.His specialisations include Clinical Psychology, Rehabilitation Psychology & Psychooncology. Dr Prasad is a recipient of numerous awards and fellowships including the Indian Association of Clinical Psychologist, the American Society of Clinical Oncology, the European Society for Medical Oncology, to name a few. He has to his credit several projects from governmental agencies such as Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) Department of Biotechnology and the like. With extensive research experience, Dr Barre Vijaya Proasad focuses on effective psychotherapies and empowerment of differently-abled individuals, contributing significantly to the field through publications and guidance in various projects.

From Mechanisms to Therapies: Expert Talk by Dr Kotla Sivareddy
2025-02-12 15:30 - 16:30 | S209, Level 2, New Academic Block
The Department of Biological Sciences is organising an Expert Talk titled “Senescence-Associated Cardiovascular Dysfunction: From Mechanisms to Therapies.” This session will be delivered by Dr Kotla Sivareddy, an eminent Professor in the Department of Cardiology at the Division of Internal Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX.
About the Speaker:
Dr Kotla is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Cardiology at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. He holds a Ph.D. in Biotechnology from Indian Veterinary Research Institute, Bangalore India, where he focused on foot-and-mouth disease virus (FMDV) biology, including vaccine efficacy and immune responses.
Dr Kotla’s post-doctoral work at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center centered on redox regulation in vascular inflammation and atherosclerosis, and he was later promoted to Research Instructor. In 2017, he joined MD Anderson, where his research focuses on understanding cardiotoxicity associated with cancer therapies. Using transgenic and knockout mouse models, his work integrates molecular biology, cell-based assays, metabolism, and mitochondrial biology to uncover cardiovascular damage in cancer patients and develop strategies to reduce this toxicity.
In addition to his research, Dr Kotla plays an active role in leadership within several professional societies, including the ATVB Leadership Council, NAVBO, and SFRBM. He has also contributed to the scientific community through his service on peer-review study sections for both the American Heart Association and the National Institutes of Health, where he recently served as an ad-hoc member of the Radiation Therapeutic Biological (RTB) Study Section.
The talk promises to provide valuable insights into the mechanisms of senescence-associated cardiovascular dysfunction as well as potential therapeutic strategies.

Leadership Talk by Mr Sannu Francis
2025-02-14 11:00 - 13:00 | Mini Auditorium
The Directorate of Executive Education and Professional Studies (DEEPS) is organising a Leadership Talk on February 14, 2025. The esteemed talk will be delivered by Mr Sannu Francis, General Manager of Orient Cement on the topics “Business Communication” and “Overview of an HR Department in a Corporate.”
Business communication is essential for every organisation to succeed. It is the foundation of a business’s successful cooperation, output, and expansion. This talk will cover the significance of business communication, its different forms and sorts, and the reasons it is necessary for every firm to run smoothly.
The talk will also delve into the crucial role played by the HR Department in creating a positive company culture and raising worker productivity and engagement.
Join the session for an insightful lecture!

Discourse on Automobile Industry and Related Future
2025-02-19 14:00 - 15:30 | Zoom
The Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering under the School of Engineering and Sciences is organising a departmental guest lecture titled, “Evolution of Automobile Industry and Related Future and Upcoming Technologies”. The Speaker for the talk, Mr Prabhat Khare from EVP Lithion Power Related will share valuable insights on the session.
About the Speaker
Mr Prabhat Khare is a distinguished expert in the automobile manufacturing sector, having played a crucial role in establishing and operating manufacturing plants for leading companies such as Tata Motors, Honda Cars, and Ashok Leyland. His extensive expertise encompasses green factory initiatives, environmental performance projects, and energy management, making this session highly valuable for all attendees.
He holds a degree in Electrical Engineering from IIT Roorkee (1982), where he was a Gold Medallist. He also holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Management from Indira Gandhi National Open University and is a certified Energy Manager from the Bureau of Energy Efficiency and a life member of the National Safety Council of India. Mr Khare is also a Lead Auditor for ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 45001:2018 Management Systems, and he serves as a Manufacturing Sector Expert with the Automotive Skill Development Council of India.

AMEYA’25: Are You Ready For a Challenging B-Fest?
2025-02-20 09:00 - 2025-02-21 17:00
Paari School of Business is organising the much-awaited Management Mavericks Meet, Ameya’25 on February 20-21, 2025. The fest will encompass 9 formal and 6 informal events aimed at engaging students with an expected footfall of 9000 Students, professionals, and businesses. Remarkable prizes worth Rs 1.75 Lakh await the champions of each competition and event.
This is your chance to network, showcase skills, and steer collaboration among participants.
Come join Ameya’25!
Strategise. Synergise. Succeed.
Formal Events:-

Auctor – (The Business Quiz) – The Inquirer
Innovarix – (Entrepreneurship Development) – The Change Agent
Guardian – (Human Resources) – The Employee Advocate
Aurea – (Wealth Management) – The Wealth Creator
Impresario – (Marketing) – The Marketing Maestro
Legatus – (Public Relations) – The Diplomat
Agitrus – (Best Manager) – The Skilled Leader

Informal Events:-

IPL Auction
Reel It
Open Mic/Stand Up Comedy
Biz Hunt
Mr & Ms Ameya
eSports

Events (Intermediate Level):-

Vyaparavritanta (Tell Your Business Story)
Dattanshashyeekaranam (Data Visualisation)

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Padma Shri Prof. Shanta Sinha to Deliver UDL#20
2025-02-21 14:00 - 16:30 | Mini Auditorium
The 20th University Distinguished Lecture, scheduled to be held on February 21, 2025, invites Padma Shri Prof. Shanta Sinha, Anti-Child Labour Activist, Ramon Magsaysay Awardee, Former Chairperson of the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR), and professor (Retd.) Dept. of Political Science, Hyderabad Central University, as its keynote speaker. Prof. Sinha’s contributions towards children’s education and child rights have left an indelible mark on Indian society.
The esteemed session will be on the topic “Making Education a Reality and Ending Child Labour: Experience of M.V. Foundation.”
Participate and hear from the honourable personality. Prof. Sinha’s relentless dedication and inspiring journey will ignite all to strive towards a just and inclusive humankind!
Abstract
The lecture gives an overview of the work of M.V. Foundations in the field of child rights in India. Believing in the principle that ‘no child must work and every child must attend full-time formal day school’ as a non-negotiable, the M V Foundation (a Charitable Trust) has worked towards withdrawing over 10 lakh children in the 5-14 years age group from child labour; stopping over 20,000 child marriages and ensuring they finish 10th grade. The Foundation pioneered the program for mainstreaming children to schools through residential bridge courses. 1500 villages where MVF has intervened have achieved retention of 99% of all children in schools up to 10th class. The lecture would highlight the journey of the foundations, its experiences and achievements.
The lecture will further discuss the foundation and subsequent Journey of the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR), which Prof. Shantha Sinha headed as its first Chairperson and led for two consecutive terms from 2007-2013. The lecture will highlight the issues addressed by NCPCR, ranging from violation of children’s rights in relation to child labour and child trafficking, rights of children in areas of civil unrest, children’s right to education, the juvenile justice system, corporal punishment, child abuse and violence on children; child malnutrition.
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Invited Talk on "Hydrogen Gas as the Future Fuel for Sustainable Power Generation"
2025-02-24 11:00 - 13:00 | S209, Level 2, New Academic Block
The Department of Mechanical Engineering is organising an Invited Talk on February 24, 2025 at 11:00 AM. Dr P S Robi, Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, IIT Guwahati, Assam, will deliver the distinguished session.
Title of Talk: “Hydrogen Gas as the Future Fuel for Sustainable Power Generation and Application of Machine Learning Techniques for Modeling of Hydrogen Generation by Chemical Reactions”.
About the Speaker
Prof. P. S. Robi has been a distinguished member of the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati since 1997. He earned his Ph.D. from IIT Bombay in 1995, following an M.Tech. from the National Institute of Foundry and Forge Technology, Ranchi, in 1988, and a B.Tech. from Kerala University in 1986. Throughout his tenure at IIT Guwahati, Prof. Robi has made significant contributions to both academia and administration. Notably, he served as the Deputy Director of the institute, playing a pivotal role in its development and governance.
His research interests encompass a wide range of topics within mechanical engineering, including fracture mechanics, coatings, metal casting, metal matrix composites, powder metallurgy processing, and materials processing.
Prof. Robi has an extensive publication record, with numerous articles in reputable journals and conferences, reflecting his commitment to advancing knowledge in his field. In addition to his research, he has been actively involved in various consultancy projects, such as the development of pressure tube correlations and metallurgical analysis of heater tube samples, demonstrating his engagement with industry and practical applications of his expertise.
Date: February 24, 2025
Time: 11.00 AM – 01.00 PM
Venue: S-209, SR Bock
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Entrepreneurship Bootcamp 3.0: Transforming Ideas to Reality
2025-02-25 18:00 - 19:00 | SRM University-AP
The Directorate of Entrepreneurship and Innovation is launching yet another chapter of its most coveted event – the Entrepreneurship Bootcamp 3.0 (EBC 3.0). The workshop that previously saw the start of 25+ new ventures, gave way to 80+ internships and 10+ crore funding is now set to embark on a new chapter that is going to be better, bigger, and bolder.
The new chapter of the EBC 3.0 promises a dynamic series of events chartered to ignite and nurture the entrepreneur in you. With 10 interactive sessions and hands-on workshops led by industry experts, 50k venture grants for the top 10 ideas, amazing networking opportunities with industry leaders, and access to funding/grants from not just the varsity but also as part of the government schemes (like MeitY GENESIS), Investors, and Industry Partners, the 8-week entrepreneurial journey will bring in unparalleled growth, a robust support system, and the invaluable skills to metamorphose ideas into successful ventures.
The Bootcamp set to begin on February 25, 2025, will last for a span of 8-weeks. Here’s a chance to unleash the entrepreneur in you and metamorphose yourself from an aspiring entrepreneur to a successful business owner. Join us EBC 3.0 and whittle your skills, sharpen your insights, and turn your innovative ideas into successful ventures.
Registration Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdCDSUNfJiBBy9x-WNOGohT6e3azd2qUtBdqr_e6m-qkSTuEg/viewform
