Capsule Course on ‘Atomic and Molecular Physics’ at NIT Srinagar evoked good response
“Science in service of humankind is needed more urgently now than ever before.โ Prof Shah
Srinagar, June 4: Eminent scientist and researcher Prof. Yoshiro Azuma from Sophia University, Japan, who is also a visiting faculty member at IIT Delhi, inaugurated a week-long capsule course on ‘Atomic and Molecular Physics’ at the PG Department of Physics, National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar, on Monday. A large number of undergraduate and postgraduate students from neighbouring institutions are attending the workshop in both hybrid and offline modes.
Eminent speaker Prof. Yoshiro Azuma, currently a visiting professor at IIT Delhi, shared his vast experience from Sophia University, Japan, and IIT Delhi. During his talk, he shared invaluable insights from his career in atomic physics and discussed advanced facilities like the Advanced Photon Source (APS) and the Synchrotron Radiation Facility.
Mrs. Sanae Azuma also attended the inaugural and was felicitated by HOD Chemistry Prof. Hamida-Tun-Nisa Chishti. Dean Alumni and International Affairs, Prof. Nazir Ahmad Sheikh, among other dignitaries graced the occasion.
Prof. M.A. Shah stated that the goal of the program was to encourage students to take a leading role in science and technology. Prof. Shah further said that fortunately, knowledge is not a limited resource like water, food, and oil. In fact, the more you give, the more it develops and expands.
He said that atomic and Molecular Physics, despite being the oldest field, it has retained its freshness and fragrance all along and is continuing to contribute to the understanding of nature and to the development of new technologies.
“It is the foundation for modern technological revolutions that changed our life and helped to flourish the modern world. This subject has numerous applications in a variety of domains, including ordinary life and cutting-edge technology,” Prof. Shah said.
Meanwhile, Dr. Nadeem and Dr. Suhail also conducted a tutorial both for offline as well as online students. The event was coordinated by Miss Nahida, Miss Nowsheen, Mr Aman, Mr Roshan, Mr Abrar, Mr.Zahid.