Workshop on Superconducting Qubit Design
2026-08-04 09:00 - 2026-08-06 17:00 (Asia/Kolkata) | C-402, CV Raman Block
SRM University-AP is hosting a 3-day workshop on Superconducting Qubit Design using Key Insights QuantumPro on August 04–06, 2026. This intensive 3-day hands-on workshop, jointly organised by DigiToad Technologies, Infinoinpoint Technologies and Keysight Technologies, is designed for students, researchers, and professionals interested in the rapidly evolving field of quantum computing. Participants will gain practical experience in designing and simulating superconducting qubits using Keysight QuantumPro, a state-of-the-art quantum design and simulation platform.
Prof. Somnath Bhattacharjee, Dean – Quantum Technology, SRM University-AP, along with speakers from DigiToad Technologies, Infinipoint Technologies and Keysight Technologies, will deliver guided sessions and real-world examples. Attendees will learn to model quantum circuits, analyse qubit behaviour, and optimise designs for high performance.
Explore a state-of-the-art setup designed to make quantum phenomena measurable and accessible. From Single-Photon detection and Entanglement Demonstrations to High-precision Interferometry and Quantum Sensing, our solutions bring quantum physics and photonics experiments from theory to practice.
Workshop Highlights

Circuit design of superconducting qubits using QuantumPro
Simulation and analysis of quantum circuits
Hands-on sessions with experts from Keysight
Practical insights into qubit performance and optimization
Generation and detection of entangled photon pairs
Perfect single-photon source with NV centres
E-Certificate of Participation

Eminent Lecture on Climate change, coastal disasters: A global view
2026-08-04 11:00 - 17:00 | JC-411
The Centre for Interdisciplinary Research and the Office of Dean Research at SRM University-AP is organising a CIDR Eminent Lecture titled “Climate change, coastal disasters: A global view.” The session will feature Dr. Komali Kantamaneni, Senior Coastal Scientist and Environmentalist, Co-Director of the UN-SPIDER UK Regional Support Office, and Global Research Co-Lead at GRACE Institute, University of Lancashire, UK, as the guest speaker.
Key Details

Date: August 4, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM
Venue: JC-411, JC Block
Topic: Climate change, coastal disasters: A global view

Research Horizons: Silos Are Outdated. The Future Belongs to Interdisciplinary Researchers
2026-08-05 11:30 - 12:15
Under the “Research Horizons: Emerging Trends and Transformations in Literature, Language, Linguistics, and the Humanities” series, the Department of Literature and Languages, Easwari School of Liberal Arts (ESLA) at SRM University-AP is organising a webinar titled “Silos Are Outdated. The Future Belongs to Interdisciplinary Researchers.” The session will feature Dr Srabani Basu, Associate Professor in the Department of Literature and Languages, as the resource person, and is coordinated by Dr Argha Basu, Assistant Professor in the Department of Literature and Languages.
Key Details

Date: August 5, 2026
Time: 11:30 AM – 12:15 PM
Topic: Silos Are Outdated. The Future Belongs to Interdisciplinary Researchers
Speaker: Dr Srabani Basu, Associate Professor, Department of Literature and Languages

Expert Talk on Host–Pathogen Interactions
2026-08-07 10:00 - 11:00 | ALC 1, Homi J Bhabha Block
The Department of Biological Sciences is organising an Expert Talk on “SWR1 Chromatin Remodeler Orchestrates the Molecular Dialogue Between Pathogen and Host” by Prof. Saravanan Matheshwaran, Associate Professor, Microbial Adaptation and Chromatin Dynamics Laboratory, Department of Biological Sciences and Bioengineering, Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur.
Dr Saravanan is a distinguished researcher in the areas of microbial adaptation, chromatin dynamics, and host–pathogen interactions. This expert lecture will benefit students, research scholars, and faculty by providing insights into cutting-edge research and lending opportunities for future academic collaborations.
Abstract
Chromatin remodelers such as SWR1 regulate gene expression through ATP dependent deposition of the histone variant H2A.Z, thereby coordinating genome stability, transcription, and cellular adaptation. While the functions of SWR1 have been extensively studied in yeast, its role in fungal pathogenesis and host interaction remains largely unexplored. Here, we investigated the role of the SWR1 chromatin remodeling complex in the maize smut fungus Ustilago maydis by deleting its catalytic ATPase subunit, swr1. The Δswr1 mutant exhibited elongated pseudohyphal morphology, hypersensitivity to DNA damage, and enhanced melanin production, indicating defects in genome maintenance, cell cycle progression, and metabolic homeostasis. Transcriptome analysis revealed widespread transcriptional reprogramming, including altered expression of genes involved in secondary metabolism, stress adaptation, nutrient transport, and melanin biosynthesis. Dual RNA sequencing of infected maize tissues demonstrated that SWR1 is indispensable for successful biotrophic development and coordinated cross-kingdom gene regulation. The Δswr1 mutant showed reduced expression of fungal effectors, carbohydrate-active enzymes, transporters, and iron acquisition systems required for host colonization. Correspondingly, maize infected with the mutant displayed extensive transcriptional reprogramming, including activation of defense responses, cell wall reinforcement, hormone signaling, reactive oxygen species homeostasis, and nutrient metabolism. Together, these findings establish SWR1 as a central epigenetic regulator that integrates fungal metabolism, virulence, and host transcriptional reprogramming to promote successful biotrophic interaction between U. maydis and maize.

Distinguished Lecture on the Emancipatory Potential of Poetry
2026-08-07 14:00 - 15:30 | Tiered Classroom, 5th Floor, Admin Block
The Department of Political Science, Easwari School of Liberal Arts (ESLA), is organising a Distinguished Guest Lecture on the topic “The Emancipatory Potential of Poetry in Decolonising Development”. Dr Nita Mishra, Associate Professor, Department of Politics & Public Administration at the University of Limerick, Ireland, will deliver the session.
In the lecture, Dr Mishra will examine the emancipatory potential of poetry as a methodological tool in Development Studies, emphasising its role in amplifying marginalised voices and challenging dominant development narratives. The talk will also explore how poetic inquiry disrupts traditional power dynamics in research, positioning marginalised individuals not merely as subjects but as active agents in the knowledge production process, while acknowledging the challenges faced in legitimising such methods within the development narrative in academia.

Strengthen Your Digital Defences: Cybersecurity Essentials Webinar
2026-08-08 10:00 - 12:00 | Zoom
In today’s interconnected world, cyber threats are becoming increasingly sophisticated, making cybersecurity awareness an essential life skill. To equip students, professionals, and technology enthusiasts with practical knowledge to navigate the digital landscape safely, the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at SRM University-AP, Amaravati, is organising a webinar titled “Cybersecurity Essentials: Protecting Yourself in the Digital World.”
The session will be delivered by Mr Rupesh Mittal, Cyber Lawyer and Advocate associated with the Cyber Jagrithi Foundation and the High Court of Telangana. Drawing from his extensive legal and cybersecurity expertise, Mr. Mittal will provide valuable insights into the evolving cyber threat landscape, digital rights, and best practices for online safety.
Participants will gain an understanding of the fundamentals of cybersecurity, digital identity, digital footprints, and the latest cyber frauds affecting individuals and organisations. The webinar will also explore practical strategies to safeguard personal information, discuss career opportunities in the rapidly growing field of cybersecurity, and conclude with an interactive Q&A session.

Topics to be Covered

Introduction to Cybersecurity
Digital Identity
Digital Footprint
Latest Cyber Frauds
How to Stay Safe Online
Careers in Cybersecurity
Interactive Q&A Session

Participation certificates will be issued upon successful completion of the feedback form. The webinar link will be shared with all registered participants before the event.
Register now and take the first step towards becoming a responsible and cyber-aware digital citizen.

From Metasurfaces to Quantum Sensing: Emerging Frontiers in Nanophotonics
2026-08-08 16:00 - 17:30 | Online event
The Department of Electronics and Communications Engineering at SRM University-AP is organising a webinar titled “From Metasurfaces to Quantum Sensing: Emerging Frontiers in Nanophotonics.” The session will feature Dr Dipanjan Nandi from the Department of ECE as the expert resource person.

Key Details
Date: August 8, 2026
Time: 4:00 pm to 05:30 pm
Topic: From Metasurfaces to Quantum Sensing: Emerging Frontiers in Nanophotonics
Speaker: Dr Dipanjan Nandi, Department of ECE
Organiser: Department of Electronics and Communications Engineering

Research Horizons: Webinar on Why Comics?: Decoding Visual Narratives in the Twenty-First Century
2026-08-10 11:30 - 12:15 | Online event
Under the “Research Horizons: Emerging Trends and Transformations in Literature, Language, Linguistics, and the Humanities” series, the Department of Literature and Languages, Easwari School of Liberal Arts (ESLA) at SRM University-AP is organising a webinar titled “Why Comics?: Decoding Visual Narratives in the Twenty-First Century.” The session will feature Dr Partha Bhattacharjee, Associate Professor in the Department of Literature and Languages, as the resource person, and is coordinated by Dr Argha Basu, Assistant Professor in the Department of Literature and Languages.
Key Details

Date: August 10, 2026
Time: 11:30 AM – 12:15 PM
Topic: Why Comics?: Decoding Visual Narratives in the Twenty-First Century
Speaker: Dr Partha Bhattacharjee, Associate Professor, Department of Literature and Languages

Sense.Connect.Scale : An IoT–Cloud Integration Workshop
2026-08-12 15:00 - 17:30 | C-402, CV Raman Block
The Directorate of Alumni Relations, in collaboration with the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at SRM University-AP, is organising a hands-on technical workshop titled “Sense.Connect.Scale. An IoT–Cloud Integration Workshop”. The session will be conducted by alumnus Mr V D Panduranga Sai Guptha, Software Engineer at CM.com.
Key Details

Date: August 12, 2026 (Wednesday)
Time: 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Venue: CV 402, C. V. Raman Block
Topic: Sense.Connect.Scale. An IoT–Cloud Integration Workshop
Speaker: Mr V D Panduranga Sai Guptha (Software Engineer at CM.com; Class of 2025 – B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering)
Organisers: Directorate of Alumni Relations, in collaboration with the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, SRM University-AP

Small Diameter Properties in Banach Spaces
2026-08-12 16:00 - 17:00 | S414, SR Block
The Department of Mathematics at SRM University-AP is organising a guest lecture titled “Small Diameter Properties in Banach Spaces” (focusing on Geometry of Banach Spaces, Convexity Theory of Banach Spaces, Operator Theory, and p-adic Functional Analysis). The session will feature Prof. Sudeshna Basu, Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Loyola University Maryland, USA, as the expert speaker.
The session is expected to benefit students, researchers, and faculty members interested in functional analysis, operator theory, and advanced mathematical research.
Key Details

Date: August 12, 2026
Time: 04:00 PM – 05:00 PM
Venue: S414, SR Block
Topic: Small Diameter Properties in Banach Spaces (Geometry of Banach Spaces, Convexity Theory of Banach Spaces, Operator Theory, and p-adic Functional Analysis)

One-Day Workshop on Research Commercialisation
2026-08-13 10:00 - 16:00 | Tiered Classroom, 5th Floor, Admin Block
The Technology Transfer Cell, Office of Dean-Research, is organising a one-day workshop on “Idea to Impact: A Workshop on Research Commercialisation” for faculty, research scholars, and graduate students aspiring to translate their research innovations into market-ready solutions.
Mr Vijay Rathan Linga, Techno-Legal Advisor, SRMDEI, SRMIST, Chennai and Dr Yuvarani MS, Associate, Technology Transfer, SRMDEI, SRMIST, Chennai, will be the resource persons for the workshop.
The workshop will feature two sessions:-
Session 1 – “Exploring the Journey of Idea to Commercialisation”
Session 2 – “Creating/identifying value in your Research” (Hands on)
Register now – https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd6_Pt863ly_dFUNwbExJGVCOe29B1bR5BAViTasD109Wl6VA/viewform?usp=dialog

Organ Donation Awareness Programme
2026-08-13 15:00 - 16:00
National Service Scheme at SRM University-AP, Amaravati, is observing an “Organ Donation Awareness Programme” centred around the theme, “One Donor Can Save Multiple Lives.” The event is organised under the leadership of Dr Imandi Raju (NSS Programme Coordinator), Dr Matta Krishna Kumari and Dr Akash Balakrishnan (NSS Programme Officers).

Key Details

Date: August 13, 2026
Time: 03:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Venue:
Topic: Organ Donation Awareness Programme
Organiser: NSS Cell, SRM University-AP, Amaravati

Guest Expert Lecture Series : Applicable Indian EHS Regulations Supporting Circular Economy
2026-08-14 | Tiered Classroom, 5th Floor, Admin Block
Under the “Guest Expert Lecture Series 2026”, the Department of Environmental Science and Engineering at SRM University-AP is organising a guest lecture titled “Applicable Indian EHS Regulations Supporting Circular Economy – A Bright Career Opportunity”. The session will feature Dr Priyank Arya, Founder & Director of EHS Services, Ghaziabad, and Vice President of the Waste Management & Recycling Society (WMARS), as the expert speaker.
This lecture will focus on how Indian Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) regulatory frameworks support circular economy principles, offering participants practical insights into regulatory compliance, sustainable waste management, and emerging career opportunities in the environmental sector.
Key Details

Date: August 14, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM
Venue: Tiered Classroom, Homi J. Bhabha Block, Level 5
Topic: Applicable Indian EHS Regulations Supporting Circular Economy – A Bright Career Opportunity
Speaker: Dr. Priyank Arya (Founder and Director – EHS Services, Ghaziabad; Vice President, Waste Management & Recycling Society – WMARS)

VALUES & MEASURES - Guest Lecture
2026-08-14 14:00 - 15:00 | 202 C V Raman Block
The Department of Economics, Easwari School of Liberal Arts (ESLA) at SRM University-AP is organising a Special Guest Lecture titled “VALUES & MEASURES”. The session will feature Prof. Sanjay Reddy, Professor of Economics at The New School for Social Research, New York, USA, as the distinguished speaker.
The session is expected to benefit students, researchers, and faculty members interested in economic theory, social metrics, development economics, and political philosophy.
Key Details

Date: August 14, 2026
Time: 02:00 PM IST
Venue: CV 202, SRM University-AP
Topic: VALUES & MEASURES
Speaker: Prof. Sanjay Reddy (Professor of Economics, The New School for Social Research, New York, USA)

The Future Runs on Electricity - Why Electrical Engineers Will Shape the World
2026-08-15 16:00 - 17:30 | Online event
The Department of Electrical & Electronics Engineering at SRM University-AP is organising a webinar titled “The Future Runs on Electricity – Why Electrical Engineers Will Shape the World”. The session will feature Dr Sheshadri Shekhar Rauth, Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical & Electronics Engineering, as the expert speaker.
Key Details

Date: August 15, 2026
Time: 04:00 PM – 05:30 PM
Topic: The Future Runs on Electricity – Why Electrical Engineers Will Shape the World
Speaker: Dr Sheshadri Shekhar Rauth (Assistant Professor, Department of Electrical & Electronics Engineering)
Organiser: Department of Electrical & Electronics Engineering, SRM University-AP

Research Horizons: Beyond Dialogue: Mise-en-Scène in Film Research
2026-08-19 11:30 - 12:15 | Online event
Under the “Research Horizons: Emerging Trends and Transformations in Literature, Language, Linguistics, and the Humanities” series, the Department of Literature and Languages, Easwari School of Liberal Arts (ESLA) at SRM University-AP is organising a webinar titled “Beyond Dialogue: Mise-en-Scène in Film Research.” The session will feature Dr Parvathy, Assistant Professor in the Department of Literature and Languages, as the resource person, and is coordinated by Dr Argha Basu, Assistant Professor in the Department of Literature and Languages. Interested participants can scan the QR code provided on the flyer to register.
Key Details

Date: August 19, 2026
Time: 11:30 AM – 12:15 PM
Topic: Beyond Dialogue: Mise-en-Scène in Film Research
Speaker: Dr Parvathy, Assistant Professor, Department of Literature and Languages

TLC Workshop : TA's Role in Student-Centered Learning
2026-08-19 14:30 - 16:00 | C-607, Level VI, C. V. Raman Block
The Teaching Learning Centre (TLC) at SRM University-AP is organising a workshop titled “TA’s Role in Student-Centered Learning” for PhD scholars and Teaching Assistants (TAs). The session will feature Dr Jeena Anne K, Assistant Coordinator at TLC, as the expert resource person. Interested participants can scan the QR code provided on the flyer to register.
The session is expected to benefit PhD scholars, teaching assistants, and academic researchers interested in student-centred learning methodologies, pedagogical strategies, and effective classroom engagement.
Key Details

Date: August 19, 2026
Time: 02:30 PM – 04:00 PM
Venue: C-607, Level VI, C. V. Raman Block
Topic: TA’s Role in Student-Centered Learning
Speaker: Dr Jeena Anne K (Assistant Coordinator, TLC)

Capstone Program in Electronic Cooling — Module 3 Lecture 2: Algorithmic Cooling
2026-08-24 09:00 - 10:30 | SRM University-AP
The Centre of Excellence for Electronic Cooling at SRM University-AP is organising a lecture titled “Capstone Program in Electronic Cooling — Module 3 Lecture 2: Algorithmic Cooling”. The session will feature Dr Prabhakar Subrahmanyam, Senior Staff Scientist / Distinguished Engineer at Dell Technologies, CA, U.S.A., and Professor of Practice at SRM University-AP, as the expert speaker.
Dr Subrahmanyam is a Stanford alumnus and former scientist at Intel and NASA Ames Research Centre. Holding over 60 patents and 75 publications, he brings pioneering expertise in AI/ML-driven thermal optimisation, data centre ecosystems, and semiconductor cooling technologies.
The session is expected to benefit students, researchers, and faculty members interested in electronic cooling, thermal management, data centre ecosystems, and high-performance computing infrastructure.
Key Details

Date: August 24, 2026
Time: 08:50 AM to 10:35 AM
Speaker: Dr Prabhakar Subrahmanyam (Senior Staff Scientist / Distinguished Engineer, Dell Technologies, CA, U.S.A.; Professor of Practice, SRM University-AP)
Contact Email: capstone.electroniccooling@srmap.edu.in, ravikrishna.c@srmap.edu.in

Asian Consortium on Computational Materials Science (ACCMS) Webinar-42
2026-08-24 11:00 - 12:30 | Online event
The Asian Consortium on Computational Materials Science (ACCMS) Global Centre at SRM University-AP, Amaravati, is organising a Webinar titled “AI-Driven Computational Materials Science: Integrating First-Principles Simulations, HPC, and Materials Informatics”. The talk will be delivered by Prof. Kenta Hongo, Professor at the Center for Advanced Scientific Computing (CASC), JAIST.
The presentation reviews the evolution of computational materials research from conventional density functional theory (DFT) calculations to AI-assisted materials discovery. Topics include Bayesian optimisation, computational discovery of superconducting hydrides, mixed-anion compounds, high-entropy alloys, polymer informatics, machine-learning-assisted design of functional materials, the ChemAutoVision AutoML framework, and JAIST’s newly deployed HAKUSAN supercomputer.
Abstract
Artificial intelligence (Al) is rapidly transforming computational materials science by enabling the seamless integration of first-principles simulations, high-performance computing (HPC), and data-driven materials informatics. This talk reviews the evolution of computational materials research from conventional density functional theory (DFT) calculations toward modern Al-assisted materials discovery and discusses future perspectives for Al-driven scientific research. Recent advances at JAIST include Bayesian optimization for efficient materials exploration, computational discovery of superconducting hydrides, mixed-anion compounds, and high-entropy alloys, polymer informatics for high-thermal-conductivity materials, and machine-learning-assisted design of functional materials. I will also introduce our recent development of ChemAutoVision, an AutoML framework for molecular property prediction from two-dimensional chemical structure images, demonstrating how Al can lower the barrier to applying machine learning in chemistry and materials science. The talk will also introduce the newly deployed HAKUSAN supercomputer at JAIST and discuss its role in supporting large-scale first-principles simulations, Al-assisted scientific computing, and education of the next generation of computational materials scientists.
Key Details

Date: August 24, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM (IST)
Topic: AI-Driven Computational Materials Science: Integrating First-Principles Simulations, HPC, and Materials Informatics
Speaker: Prof. Kenta Hongo (Professor at the Center for Advanced Scientific Computing – CASC, JAIST)
Organiser: Asian Consortium on Computational Materials Science (ACCMS) Global Centre, SRM University-AP, Amaravati

Research Horizons: Interactional Linguistic Competence: Human vs. Machine
2026-08-26 11:30 - 12:15 | Online event
Under the “Research Horizons: Emerging Trends and Transformations in Literature, Language, Linguistics, and the Humanities” series, the Department of Literature and Languages, Easwari School of Liberal Arts (ESLA) at SRM University-AP is organising a webinar titled “Interactional Linguistic Competence: Human vs. Machine.” The session will feature Dr Preeti Kumari, Assistant Professor in the Department of Literature and Languages, as the resource person, and is coordinated by Dr Argha Basu, Assistant Professor in the Department of Literature and Languages.
Key Details

Date: August 26, 2026
Time: 11:30 AM – 12:15 PM
Topic: Interactional Linguistic Competence: Human vs. Machine
Speaker: Dr Preeti Kumari, Assistant Professor, Department of Literature and Languages

Small AI, Big Impact: Why SLMs and Edge AI Are the Next Frontier
2026-08-26 15:30 - 17:30 | Online event
The Directorate of Admissions at SRM University-AP is organising a webinar titled “Small AI, Big Impact: Why SLMs and Edge AI Are the Next Frontier?”. The session will feature Dr Raju Imandi, Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, as the expert speaker. Interested participants can scan the QR codes provided on the flyer to register and join the session.
The session is expected to benefit students, researchers, and faculty members interested in artificial intelligence, small language models, edge computing, and modern machine learning applications.
Key Details

Date: August 26, 2026
Time: 04:00 PM – 05:30 PM
Mode: Online
Topic: Small AI, Big Impact: Why SLMs and Edge AI Are the Next Frontier?
Speaker: Dr Raju Imandi (Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science and Engineering)

Rethinking the Coloniality and Violence of Famines in the Global South
2026-08-27 15:00 - 16:30 | Tiered Classroom, 5th Floor, Admin Block
The Department of Political Science, Easwari School of Liberal Arts (ESLA) at SRM University-AP is organising a guest lecture titled “Rethinking the Coloniality and Violence of Famines in the Global South”. The session will feature Prof. Swati Parashar from the University of Gothenburg, Sweden, as the expert speaker.
The session is expected to benefit students, researchers, and faculty members interested in political science, international relations, postcolonial studies, and global south development dynamics.
Key Details

Date: August 27, 2026
Time: 03:00 PM – 04:30 PM
Venue: Tiered Classroom, Homi Bhabha Block
Topic: Rethinking the Coloniality and Violence of Famines in the Global South
Speaker: Prof. Swati Parashar (University of Gothenburg, Sweden)

Online Information Session with Illinois Institute of Technology (Illinois Tech)
2026-08-27 20:00 - 21:00 | Online event
The Directorate of International Relations & Higher Studies at SRM University-AP is organising an “Online Information Session with Illinois Institute of Technology (Illinois Tech)”. The session aims to introduce students to global academic pathways, including transfer programmes, semester abroad opportunities (SAP), global internships, and international mobility options. Interested participants can scan register using the link.
The session is expected to benefit students, researchers, and faculty members interested in international higher education, study abroad programmes, global mobility, and academic collaborations.
Key Details

Date: August 27, 2026 (Thursday)
Time: 08:00 PM IST
Mode: Online
Contact Email: international.relations@srmap.edu.in

National Sports Day Celebration
2026-08-28 | SRM University-AP
The Directorate of Sports at SRM University-AP is celebrating National Sports Day to honour the birth anniversary of legendary hockey icon Major Dhyan Chand, fondly remembered as “The Wizard of Hockey”.
The initiative promotes fitness, active living, and sportsmanship across the campus community under the encouraging motto, “एक घंटा खेल के मैदान में” (Spend an hour on the sports field).
Key Details

Date: August 29, 2026

Event: National Sports Day Celebration

PRARAMBH – Deep Dive: From Student Ideas to Market-Ready Startups
2026-08-28 09:00 - 2026-08-30 20:00
PRARAMBH – Deep Dive is a three-day intensive startup development programme organised by the Directorate of Entrepreneurship and Innovation designed to take promising student ideas from problem identification and validation to stronger, market-ready startup propositions. Bringing together 35 student startup teams and five experienced industry mentors, the programme will provide a focused environment for learning, mentoring, one-to-one interactions, pitch development and investment-readiness preparation.
Over the past six months, 35 student startup ideas from across various departments have been identified and progressively refined through expert guidance. The Deep Dive Workshop marks the next phase of this structured startup development journey, enabling student founders to critically evaluate their ideas, understand market opportunities, strengthen their business models and develop practical pathways for growth.
A Three-Day Journey of Learning, Mentoring and Pitch Preparation
Day 1 – Learn & Refine
The first day will focus on strengthening the fundamentals of each startup idea. Students will participate in expert-led sessions covering problem validation, market understanding, business models and essential aspects of startup development. The sessions will help teams revisit their assumptions, understand customer needs and refine their value propositions.
Day 2 – Deep-Dive Mentoring
The second day will provide intensive, one-to-one and sector-specific mentoring interactions. Startup teams will engage directly with experienced industry mentors to identify key challenges, evaluate their solutions, explore market opportunities and receive actionable feedback to strengthen their business ideas.
Day 3 – Pitch & Investment Readiness
The final day will focus on helping teams communicate their startup propositions with clarity and confidence. Students will work on developing effective elevator pitches and refining their presentations, preparing their ventures for future incubation, funding and investment opportunities.
Beyond the Three-Day Workshop
PRARAMBH – Deep Dive is the beginning of a longer-term pre-incubation and incubation journey. Following the workshop, the 35 startups will continue through structured, semester-wise entrepreneurship and incubation programmes until the 7th semester.
This continued support will enable student founders to progressively work towards idea and problem validation, product development, market understanding, scalability and eventual market entry. The programme aims to create a structured pathway through which promising student ideas can evolve into sustainable and impactful ventures.
Building the Next Generation of Student Entrepreneurs
Through PRARAMBH – Deep Dive, students will have the opportunity to learn directly from industry experience, receive personalised mentorship and develop the skills required to navigate the early stages of their startup journey. By combining structured learning with practical mentoring and pitch preparation, the programme seeks to bridge the gap between a promising student idea and a viable entrepreneurial venture.

Organ Donation Awareness Programme
2026-08-28 14:00 - 16:00 | 202 C V Raman Block
The NSS Cell at SRM University-AP, Amaravati is organising an “Organ Donation Awareness Programme” under the banner “Donate Organs. Save Lives. Leave a Legacy”. The event features Dr Pavani Vuppalapu, MBBS, MD (Pediatrics), as the expert guest speaker.
Dr Vuppalapu is the Founder of Project Red Swan, Medical Officer at APVVP, Executive Officer at NTR Vaidya Seva Trust, AP State President of the NHM Doctors Association, President of Mission Pink IMA (Tenali), and Patron of the Indian Red Cross Society. The awareness drive aims to educate participants on the impact of organ donation and address key medical, legal, and ethical aspects of saving lives through donor registration.
Key Details

Date: August 28, 2026
Time: 02:00 PM – 04:00 PM
Venue: C-202, CV Raman Block
Topic: Organ Donation Awareness Programme
Guest Speaker: Dr Pavani Vuppalapu (MBBS, MD Pediatrics; Founder of Project Red Swan & Medical Officer, APVVP)

Nanomachines and Plasmonic Hybrids for SERS Application
2026-08-28 15:30 - 17:00 | C-302, C V Raman Block
The Department of Chemistry at SRM University-AP is organising a guest lecture titled “Nanomachines and Plasmonic Hybrids for SERS Application”. The session will feature Dr Soumik Siddhanta, Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi, as the expert speaker.
The session is expected to benefit students, researchers, and faculty members interested in nanotechnology, plasmonic hybrid materials, Surface-Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy (SERS), and chemical sensing technologies.
Key Details

Date: Friday, August 28, 2026
Time: 03:30 PM
Venue: C 302, CV Raman Block
Topic: Nanomachines and Plasmonic Hybrids for SERS Application
Speaker: Dr Soumik Siddhanta (Associate Professor, Department of Chemistry, IIT Delhi)

Webinar - Beyond Cars And Engines: New Face Of Mechanical Engineering
2026-08-29 16:00 - 17:30 | Online event
The Department of Mechanical Engineering at SRM University-AP is organising a webinar titled “Beyond Cars And Engines: New Face Of Mechanical Engineering”. The session will feature Dr Krishnadas Narayanan Nampoothiri, Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, as the expert resource person.
Dr Nampoothiri is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at SRM University-AP, offering key insights into modern advancements and evolving career opportunities in mechanical engineering beyond traditional automotive applications.
The session is expected to benefit prospective students, engineering aspirants, and faculty members interested in exploring modern domains and emerging applications in mechanical engineering.
Key Details

Date: August 29, 2026
Time: 04:00 PM – 05:30 PM
Topic: Beyond Cars And Engines: New Face Of Mechanical Engineering
Resource Person: Dr Krishnadas Narayanan Nampoothiri (Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering)

CYBERNOVA 2026: Cybersecurity & Artificial Intelligence
2026-09-01 09:00 - 2026-09-02 16:00 | APJ Abdul Kalam Auditorium
The Department of Computer Science & Engineering, in association with GDG on Campus at SRM University-AP, is organising a two-day workshop titled “CYBERNOVA 2026: Cybersecurity & Artificial Intelligence”. The session will feature Mr D Sai Satish, Founder & CEO of Indian Servers, as the expert resource person.
Mr D Sai Satish is a cybersecurity expert, ethical hacker, and the author of “Hacking S3crets”. He brings extensive practical experience as an active trainer and speaker across domain topics including network security, vulnerability assessment, and threat intelligence.
The workshop is designed to cover key areas including cybersecurity fundamentals, ethical hacking techniques, AI/ML applications for threat detection and security automation, as well as digital safety and data privacy practices.
Key Details

Date: September 1–2, 2026
Time: 09:00 AM – 04:00 PM
Venue: Auditorium (X-Lab), SRM University-AP
Topic: CYBERNOVA 2026 — Cybersecurity & Artificial Intelligence
Resource Person: Mr D Sai Satish (Founder & CEO, Indian Servers)

University Level Lecture - A Journey Through Data Over the Past Five Decades: What do our students of UG, PG & Doctoral learn from this?
2026-09-02 15:00 - 17:00 | ALC 1, Homi J Bhabha Block
SRM University-AP is organising a University Level Lecture titled “A Journey Through Data Over the Past Five Decades: What do our students of UG, PG & Doctoral learn from this?”. The session will feature Dr Chebrolu Pulla Rao, Senior Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Retired Institute Chair Professor from IIT Bombay, as the expert speaker.
Dr Chebrolu Pulla Rao is a distinguished academician and Retired Institute Chair Professor from IIT Bombay, currently serving as a Senior Professor in the Department of Chemistry. He brings decades of experience in academic research, higher education pedagogy, and interdisciplinary data applications.
The session is expected to benefit undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral students, as well as faculty members interested in the evolution of data analytics, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and modern research methodologies.
Abstract
This talk aims to follow the path of the rich transformation that took place in nature and tune of the data over the past five decades and the sudden jump that took place in the past one-half to one decade by bringing the role of AI & ML in every facet and approach of our teaching, research and innovation. Thus, the talk connects the points placed on the map of “data then → data now” using the examples concerned to our UG, PG and Doctoral studies. Let us see what all we will learn from this and the need to integrate these transformations into our new routine.
Key Details

Date: September 02, 2026 (Wednesday)
Time: 03:00 PM
Venue: Homi J Bhabha Block-ALC-1
Topic: A Journey Through Data Over the Past Five Decades: What do our students of UG, PG & Doctoral learn from this?
Speaker: Dr Chebrolu Pulla Rao (Senior Professor, Department of Chemistry; Retired Institute Chair Professor, IIT Bombay
