TIFR Hyderabad
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(2/n) ...Then, one firefly moved around, touching the others, seemingly waking them up."
- Sriram Murali (National Geographic Explorer and Firefly Specialist)
Join us for a spectacular Sawaal-Jawaab session today at Aaromale (4 PM). All are welcome. Entry Free.
- Sriram Murali (National Geographic Explorer and Firefly Specialist)
Join us for a spectacular Sawaal-Jawaab session today at Aaromale (4 PM). All are welcome. Entry Free.
November 29, 2025 at 6:38 AM
(2/n) ...Then, one firefly moved around, touching the others, seemingly waking them up."
- Sriram Murali (National Geographic Explorer and Firefly Specialist)
Join us for a spectacular Sawaal-Jawaab session today at Aaromale (4 PM). All are welcome. Entry Free.
- Sriram Murali (National Geographic Explorer and Firefly Specialist)
Join us for a spectacular Sawaal-Jawaab session today at Aaromale (4 PM). All are welcome. Entry Free.
Join us for a Sawaal-Jawaab session at Aaromale tomorrow (Nov 29, 4 PM)!
Sriram Murali (National Geographic Explorer and Fireflies Specialist) will be sharing his field experiences in the jungle, especially rare firefly behaviours.
Entry free. All are welcome!
Sriram Murali (National Geographic Explorer and Fireflies Specialist) will be sharing his field experiences in the jungle, especially rare firefly behaviours.
Entry free. All are welcome!
November 28, 2025 at 11:46 AM
Join us for a Sawaal-Jawaab session at Aaromale tomorrow (Nov 29, 4 PM)!
Sriram Murali (National Geographic Explorer and Fireflies Specialist) will be sharing his field experiences in the jungle, especially rare firefly behaviours.
Entry free. All are welcome!
Sriram Murali (National Geographic Explorer and Fireflies Specialist) will be sharing his field experiences in the jungle, especially rare firefly behaviours.
Entry free. All are welcome!
Sriram Murali & Anusha Shankar initiated a thoughtful conversation on a rarely discussed yet crucial issue- sustainable lighting, and how rethinking the way we use light can protect not just us, but birds, fireflies, and countless other light-sensitive species.
November 28, 2025 at 11:07 AM
Sriram Murali & Anusha Shankar initiated a thoughtful conversation on a rarely discussed yet crucial issue- sustainable lighting, and how rethinking the way we use light can protect not just us, but birds, fireflies, and countless other light-sensitive species.
Public talk at TIFR Hyderabad:
'Saving the night for us, birds, and fireflies: Why must we light wisely?'
Sriram Murali & Anusha Shankar
Nov 27, 2025 (Thurs), 4 PM
Mode: Hybrid (meeting link on poster)
This talk is a part of the nationwide campaign 'Young Birders' Month'.
'Saving the night for us, birds, and fireflies: Why must we light wisely?'
Sriram Murali & Anusha Shankar
Nov 27, 2025 (Thurs), 4 PM
Mode: Hybrid (meeting link on poster)
This talk is a part of the nationwide campaign 'Young Birders' Month'.
November 27, 2025 at 9:06 AM
Public talk at TIFR Hyderabad:
'Saving the night for us, birds, and fireflies: Why must we light wisely?'
Sriram Murali & Anusha Shankar
Nov 27, 2025 (Thurs), 4 PM
Mode: Hybrid (meeting link on poster)
This talk is a part of the nationwide campaign 'Young Birders' Month'.
'Saving the night for us, birds, and fireflies: Why must we light wisely?'
Sriram Murali & Anusha Shankar
Nov 27, 2025 (Thurs), 4 PM
Mode: Hybrid (meeting link on poster)
This talk is a part of the nationwide campaign 'Young Birders' Month'.
This weekend (Nov 29; Saturday), join us for a Sawaal-Jawaab session at Aaromale!
Sriram Murali (National Geographic Explorer and Fireflies Specialist) will be sharing his field experiences in the jungle, especially rare firefly behaviours.
Sriram Murali (National Geographic Explorer and Fireflies Specialist) will be sharing his field experiences in the jungle, especially rare firefly behaviours.
November 25, 2025 at 11:46 AM
This weekend (Nov 29; Saturday), join us for a Sawaal-Jawaab session at Aaromale!
Sriram Murali (National Geographic Explorer and Fireflies Specialist) will be sharing his field experiences in the jungle, especially rare firefly behaviours.
Sriram Murali (National Geographic Explorer and Fireflies Specialist) will be sharing his field experiences in the jungle, especially rare firefly behaviours.
The TIFR Hyderabad Science Fair is almost here!
It's all hands on deck as we are gearing up for the institute's largest outreach event of the year! From Lasers to Birds, Microscopy to the good ol' Oobleck, we're putting together a celebration of science!
It's all hands on deck as we are gearing up for the institute's largest outreach event of the year! From Lasers to Birds, Microscopy to the good ol' Oobleck, we're putting together a celebration of science!
November 21, 2025 at 4:23 PM
The TIFR Hyderabad Science Fair is almost here!
It's all hands on deck as we are gearing up for the institute's largest outreach event of the year! From Lasers to Birds, Microscopy to the good ol' Oobleck, we're putting together a celebration of science!
It's all hands on deck as we are gearing up for the institute's largest outreach event of the year! From Lasers to Birds, Microscopy to the good ol' Oobleck, we're putting together a celebration of science!
Midterm PhD & Int MSc-PhD Admissions at TIFR Hyderabad: Positions open in Vishal Ranjan's lab (www.tifrh.res.in/~vranjan/; Subject Board of Physics)
Apply here: gsadmissions.tifrh.res.in/applicants/
Last date to apply: November 30, 2025
Apply here: gsadmissions.tifrh.res.in/applicants/
Last date to apply: November 30, 2025
November 14, 2025 at 7:17 AM
Midterm PhD & Int MSc-PhD Admissions at TIFR Hyderabad: Positions open in Vishal Ranjan's lab (www.tifrh.res.in/~vranjan/; Subject Board of Physics)
Apply here: gsadmissions.tifrh.res.in/applicants/
Last date to apply: November 30, 2025
Apply here: gsadmissions.tifrh.res.in/applicants/
Last date to apply: November 30, 2025
Midterm PhD & Int MSc-PhD Admissions at TIFR Hyderabad: Positions open in Vipin Agarwal's lab (www.tifrh.res.in/~vipin/)
Subject Board of Chemistry
Apply here: gsadmissions.tifrh.res.in/applicants/
Last date to apply: November 30, 2025
Subject Board of Chemistry
Apply here: gsadmissions.tifrh.res.in/applicants/
Last date to apply: November 30, 2025
November 14, 2025 at 7:16 AM
Midterm PhD & Int MSc-PhD Admissions at TIFR Hyderabad: Positions open in Vipin Agarwal's lab (www.tifrh.res.in/~vipin/)
Subject Board of Chemistry
Apply here: gsadmissions.tifrh.res.in/applicants/
Last date to apply: November 30, 2025
Subject Board of Chemistry
Apply here: gsadmissions.tifrh.res.in/applicants/
Last date to apply: November 30, 2025
(10/n) Poster Awards: In-House Symposium at TIFR Hyderabad, 2025
November 6, 2025 at 8:25 AM
(10/n) Poster Awards: In-House Symposium at TIFR Hyderabad, 2025
(9/n) Ritesh Haldar took us through the engineering of light-responsive nanopores, a step towards developing sustainable and energy-efficient chemical separation technologies.
November 6, 2025 at 8:25 AM
(9/n) Ritesh Haldar took us through the engineering of light-responsive nanopores, a step towards developing sustainable and energy-efficient chemical separation technologies.
(8/n) Ullas Kolthur shared his lab’s work on how epigenetic and mitochondrial mechanisms shape metabolic health, from nutrient sensing and fasting responses to circadian control of metabolism. He also briefly spoke about the goals of ARUMDA-TIFR.
November 6, 2025 at 8:07 AM
(8/n) Ullas Kolthur shared his lab’s work on how epigenetic and mitochondrial mechanisms shape metabolic health, from nutrient sensing and fasting responses to circadian control of metabolism. He also briefly spoke about the goals of ARUMDA-TIFR.
(7/n) Discussions over posters and tea!
In-House Symposium, 2025
TIFR Hyderabad
In-House Symposium, 2025
TIFR Hyderabad
November 4, 2025 at 12:12 PM
(7/n) Discussions over posters and tea!
In-House Symposium, 2025
TIFR Hyderabad
In-House Symposium, 2025
TIFR Hyderabad
(6/n) Anukul Jana discussed his recent research on the chemistry of the main group elements, specifically alkene chemistry & photoswitchable diradicaloids.
Vishal Ranjan spoke about using in-house developed superconducting circuits & measurement techniques at ultralow temp for quantum memory.
Vishal Ranjan spoke about using in-house developed superconducting circuits & measurement techniques at ultralow temp for quantum memory.
November 4, 2025 at 12:12 PM
(6/n) Anukul Jana discussed his recent research on the chemistry of the main group elements, specifically alkene chemistry & photoswitchable diradicaloids.
Vishal Ranjan spoke about using in-house developed superconducting circuits & measurement techniques at ultralow temp for quantum memory.
Vishal Ranjan spoke about using in-house developed superconducting circuits & measurement techniques at ultralow temp for quantum memory.
(5/n) Aneesh T Veetil gave an overview of the chemical biology approaches taken by his lab to study microglia, the innate immune cells in the brain.
Harish N S Krishnamoorthy spoke about light-matter interactions at the nanoscale.
Harish N S Krishnamoorthy spoke about light-matter interactions at the nanoscale.
November 4, 2025 at 12:12 PM
(5/n) Aneesh T Veetil gave an overview of the chemical biology approaches taken by his lab to study microglia, the innate immune cells in the brain.
Harish N S Krishnamoorthy spoke about light-matter interactions at the nanoscale.
Harish N S Krishnamoorthy spoke about light-matter interactions at the nanoscale.
(4/n) G Rajalakshmi discussed weak measurement approaches for high-sensitivity optical metrology. Meanwhile, Pranav R Shirhatti discussed the dissociation dynamics of carbon dioxide on copper surfaces, giving a closer look into the elementary step of the overall reaction.
November 4, 2025 at 12:12 PM
(4/n) G Rajalakshmi discussed weak measurement approaches for high-sensitivity optical metrology. Meanwhile, Pranav R Shirhatti discussed the dissociation dynamics of carbon dioxide on copper surfaces, giving a closer look into the elementary step of the overall reaction.
(3/n) Prashant K Singh highlighted the challenges of maintaining the integrity of liquid targets while using high repetition rate lasers to study laser-matter interactions.
Sahana Holla provided insights into the conserved features of the 3D genome that impact gene repression.
Sahana Holla provided insights into the conserved features of the 3D genome that impact gene repression.
November 4, 2025 at 12:12 PM
(3/n) Prashant K Singh highlighted the challenges of maintaining the integrity of liquid targets while using high repetition rate lasers to study laser-matter interactions.
Sahana Holla provided insights into the conserved features of the 3D genome that impact gene repression.
Sahana Holla provided insights into the conserved features of the 3D genome that impact gene repression.
(2/n) Using a combination of native mass spectrometry and molecular dynamics, Aniruddha Panda's lab aims to investigate protein-protein interactions and lipid-protein clusters within synaptic vesicle pools. Meanwhile, Kabir Ramola discussed the elasticity of granular materials.
November 4, 2025 at 12:12 PM
(2/n) Using a combination of native mass spectrometry and molecular dynamics, Aniruddha Panda's lab aims to investigate protein-protein interactions and lipid-protein clusters within synaptic vesicle pools. Meanwhile, Kabir Ramola discussed the elasticity of granular materials.
(1/n) Talks, posters and in-depth scientific discussions marked the beginning of the two day in-house symposium in TIFR Hyderabad, providing ample opportunities for institute members to discuss latest developments in their research and share ideas.
November 4, 2025 at 12:12 PM
(1/n) Talks, posters and in-depth scientific discussions marked the beginning of the two day in-house symposium in TIFR Hyderabad, providing ample opportunities for institute members to discuss latest developments in their research and share ideas.
(5/n) Best Thesis Commendations for the year 2024-25:
Congratulations to Susmita Sarkar (graduate student, Jagannath Mondal's lab) on receiving an 'Honourable Mention - Best Thesis Commendations'.
Congratulations to Susmita Sarkar (graduate student, Jagannath Mondal's lab) on receiving an 'Honourable Mention - Best Thesis Commendations'.
October 30, 2025 at 1:36 PM
(5/n) Best Thesis Commendations for the year 2024-25:
Congratulations to Susmita Sarkar (graduate student, Jagannath Mondal's lab) on receiving an 'Honourable Mention - Best Thesis Commendations'.
Congratulations to Susmita Sarkar (graduate student, Jagannath Mondal's lab) on receiving an 'Honourable Mention - Best Thesis Commendations'.
(4/n) Best Thesis Commendations for the year 2024-25:
Congratulations to Amar Kumar (graduate student, T. N. Narayanan's lab) on receiving the 'TAA-Best Thesis Commendation in Chemistry'.
Congratulations to Amar Kumar (graduate student, T. N. Narayanan's lab) on receiving the 'TAA-Best Thesis Commendation in Chemistry'.
October 30, 2025 at 1:36 PM
(4/n) Best Thesis Commendations for the year 2024-25:
Congratulations to Amar Kumar (graduate student, T. N. Narayanan's lab) on receiving the 'TAA-Best Thesis Commendation in Chemistry'.
Congratulations to Amar Kumar (graduate student, T. N. Narayanan's lab) on receiving the 'TAA-Best Thesis Commendation in Chemistry'.
(3/n) Awards | Announced during the Founder's Day programme at TIFR:
Congratulations to Simran Rawal (graduate student, Tamal Das's lab) and Rishabh Sharma (graduate student, Smarajit Karmakar's lab) on receiving the Ramakrishna Cowsik Medals, 2025.
Congratulations to Simran Rawal (graduate student, Tamal Das's lab) and Rishabh Sharma (graduate student, Smarajit Karmakar's lab) on receiving the Ramakrishna Cowsik Medals, 2025.
October 30, 2025 at 1:36 PM
(3/n) Awards | Announced during the Founder's Day programme at TIFR:
Congratulations to Simran Rawal (graduate student, Tamal Das's lab) and Rishabh Sharma (graduate student, Smarajit Karmakar's lab) on receiving the Ramakrishna Cowsik Medals, 2025.
Congratulations to Simran Rawal (graduate student, Tamal Das's lab) and Rishabh Sharma (graduate student, Smarajit Karmakar's lab) on receiving the Ramakrishna Cowsik Medals, 2025.
(2/n) While Aprotim Mazumder discussed Bhabha's deep engagement with art and culture, M. Krishnamurthy concluded the programme with anecdotes from TIFR members about Bhabha's work ethic and attention to detail as an institution builder.
October 30, 2025 at 1:36 PM
(2/n) While Aprotim Mazumder discussed Bhabha's deep engagement with art and culture, M. Krishnamurthy concluded the programme with anecdotes from TIFR members about Bhabha's work ethic and attention to detail as an institution builder.
(1/n) Today, TIFR Hyderabad members gathered to remember and reflect upon Homi Bhabha’s contributions to science and the ideals on which TIFR was built.
Mustansir Barma spoke about how Bhabha's vision shaped the scientific landscape of independent India, leaving an enduring legacy.
Mustansir Barma spoke about how Bhabha's vision shaped the scientific landscape of independent India, leaving an enduring legacy.
October 30, 2025 at 1:36 PM
(1/n) Today, TIFR Hyderabad members gathered to remember and reflect upon Homi Bhabha’s contributions to science and the ideals on which TIFR was built.
Mustansir Barma spoke about how Bhabha's vision shaped the scientific landscape of independent India, leaving an enduring legacy.
Mustansir Barma spoke about how Bhabha's vision shaped the scientific landscape of independent India, leaving an enduring legacy.
Congratulations to Marwa (graduate student, Aprotim Mazumder's lab, TIFRH) on receiving a poster award at the 15th Bangalore Microscopy Course, held in NCBS Bangalore.
October 22, 2025 at 7:59 AM
Congratulations to Marwa (graduate student, Aprotim Mazumder's lab, TIFRH) on receiving a poster award at the 15th Bangalore Microscopy Course, held in NCBS Bangalore.
Gentle Reminder: PhD & Int MSc-PhD Admissions
The last date to complete registration is Oct 26, 2025 (11 PM)!
Why TIFR Hyderabad?
Strong emphasis on interdisciplinary research, sophisticated research facilities, flexible coursework and more!
Apply here: www.tifr.res.in/academics/gs...
The last date to complete registration is Oct 26, 2025 (11 PM)!
Why TIFR Hyderabad?
Strong emphasis on interdisciplinary research, sophisticated research facilities, flexible coursework and more!
Apply here: www.tifr.res.in/academics/gs...
October 22, 2025 at 7:52 AM
Gentle Reminder: PhD & Int MSc-PhD Admissions
The last date to complete registration is Oct 26, 2025 (11 PM)!
Why TIFR Hyderabad?
Strong emphasis on interdisciplinary research, sophisticated research facilities, flexible coursework and more!
Apply here: www.tifr.res.in/academics/gs...
The last date to complete registration is Oct 26, 2025 (11 PM)!
Why TIFR Hyderabad?
Strong emphasis on interdisciplinary research, sophisticated research facilities, flexible coursework and more!
Apply here: www.tifr.res.in/academics/gs...