One-Day Workshop on Research Commercialisation
2026-08-13 10:00 - 16:00 (Asia/Kolkata) | 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

GENESIS 2026
2026-09-04 | SRM University-AP
The IEEE SRM AP Student Branch, in association with the Directorate of Alumni Relations at SRM University-AP, is organising “GENESIS 2026”, a 36-hour national-level hackathon and developer conference.
The event provides a collaborative platform for student innovators to build prototypes, receive industry mentorship, and solve real-world problems. Participants will benefit from interactive networking opportunities, hands-on guidance, and competing for awards from a total prize pool of ₹1,25,000.
The hackathon is open to developers, technology enthusiasts, and student teams interested in software development, rapid prototyping, and industry-driven innovation.
Key Details

Date: September 04–06, 2026
Event Type: 36-Hour National-Level Hackathon & Developer Conference
Team Size: 1–5 members
Prize Pool: ₹1,25,000
Organiser: IEEE SRM AP Student Branch & Directorate of Alumni Relations, SRM University-AP

Internal Hackathon for Smart India Hackathon (SIH 2026)
2026-09-07 - 2026-09-08 | SRM University-AP
The Directorate of Entrepreneurship & Innovation at SRM University-AP, in association with the Ministry of Education, is organising the “Internal Hackathon for Smart India Hackathon (SIH 2026)”. The hackathon aims to encourage student teams to innovate, collaborate, and solve real-world challenges.
The event serves as the internal selection round for students preparing to participate in the national-level Smart India Hackathon 2026.
Team Requirements

Team Size: Exactly 6 students per team.
Diversity Rule: Every team must include at least 1 female team member per SIH guidelines.
Composition: Cross-disciplinary teams mixing academic streams and years are encouraged, but all 6 members must belong to SRM University-AP (inter-college teams are not allowed).
Communication: Every team must designate one member as the team leader for all official communication.
Team Naming: The team name must be unique and cannot contain the institute’s name.

Key Details

Date: September 07–08, 2026
Registration Deadline: August 28, 2026
Venue: SRM University-AP
Event: Internal Hackathon for Smart India Hackathon (SIH 2026)
Official Portal: https://sih.gov.in/

Seminar Series - Sustainable Investment: Maintaining Portfolio Performance While Reducing The Carbon Footprint
2026-09-09 15:00 - 16:00 | Tiered Classroom, 5th Floor, Admin Block
The Paari School of Business at SRM University-AP is organising a Research Seminar titled “Sustainable Investment: Maintaining Portfolio Performance While Reducing The Carbon Footprint”. The session will feature Rituparna Sen, Associate Professor in the Applied Statistics Division at the Indian Statistical Institute, Bangalore, as the expert speaker.
Rituparna Sen holds a PhD in statistics from the University of Chicago and is an elected member of the International Statistical Institute. She has authored over thirty research papers and a book titled Computational Finance with R, served as an editor for leading statistical journals, and received multiple prestigious accolades, including the Young Statistical Scientist Award.
The session is expected to benefit students, researchers, and faculty members interested in sustainable finance, computational statistics, portfolio management, and climate-aligned investment strategies.
Abstract
Amid the global crisis of climate change, urgent action is imperative. In this study, we develop two types of decarbonized indices, which render a dynamic hedging approach for passive investors. Focusing on long-term returns with minimal active trading and risk exposure, we create the decarbonized indices for NIFTY-50, a benchmark index for the Indian market. Proposed methodology relies on suitable optimization techniques to choose the portfolio weights that minimize the tracking error while significantly reducing carbon footprints. These indices are shown to perform better than existing benchmarks, especially during major climate events. In ongoing work, we use tail risk measures instead of variance to control the risk of the portfolio.
Key Details

Date: September 9, 2026 (Wednesday)
Time: 03:00 PM to 04:00 PM
Venue: Level 5, Tiered Classroom, Homi J Bhabha Block
Topic: Sustainable Investment: Maintaining Portfolio Performance While Reducing The Carbon Footprint
Speaker: Rituparna Sen (Associate Professor, Applied Statistics Division, Indian Statistical Institute, Bangalore)

Seminar Series - Deeper Agreements, Policy Uncertainty, And Cross-Border Services Expansion
2026-09-16 15:00 - 16:00 | C-402, CV Raman Block
The Paari School of Business at SRM University-AP is organising a Research Seminar titled “Deeper Agreements, Policy Uncertainty, And Cross-Border Services Expansion”. The session will feature Dr Banantika Datta, Assistant Professor at Jagdish Sheth School of Management (JAGSoM), Bengaluru, and Visiting Professor at IIM Amritsar, as the expert speaker.
Dr Datta holds a PhD in Economics from IIM Bangalore and is an economist specialising in international trade, services trade, labour mobility, and development economics. She has extensive experience across academia and industry, having conducted research projects with the World Health Organization (WHO) and worked in risk management at Deloitte.
The session is expected to benefit students, researchers, and faculty members interested in international trade, economic policy, global services markets, and development economics.
Abstract
This paper examines how services provisions within trade agreements shape services trade expansion and explores the mechanisms causing this impact. While the existing literature in international business and trade establishes that agreements increase trade, limited attention has been paid to how deeper agreements affect the global services markets. This paper argues that service provisions within trade agreements enhance service exports by moderating trade uncertainty between trading partners, thereby enhancing the institutional environment within which firms operate. Unlike goods trade, services trade is highly regulation-intensive, contract-dependent, and sensitive to policy reversals. Consequently, uncertainty surrounding market access, transaction costs, regulatory recognition, and dispute settlement mechanisms can significantly deter cross-border expansion by service providers. Increasingly, goods trade is supported by several services, which can result in higher exports of enabling and supporting services. Therefore, the paper examines the impact of service provisions within trade agreements by accounting for the volume of goods trade. The findings confirm that service provisions in trade agreements significantly enhance bilateral services exports, even after accounting for goods trade, advocating the need for deeper trade agreements with substantial commitments, strengthening institutional credibility between partner countries.
Key Details

Date: September 16, 2026 (Wednesday)
Time: 03:00 PM to 04:00 PM
Venue: C402, C. V. Raman Block
Topic: Deeper Agreements, Policy Uncertainty, And Cross-Border Services Expansion
Speaker: Dr Banantika Datta (Assistant Professor, Jagdish Sheth School of Management, Bengaluru; Visiting Professor, IIM Amritsar)

CODEVIUM 2026
2026-09-19 | SRM University-AP
The Department of Computer Science and Engineering at SRM University-AP is organising “CODEVIUM 2026”, an Inter-College Coding Olympiad under the theme “Where Algorithms Inspire Achievement”. The event features Prof. Subrata Nandi from the National Institute of Technology Durgapur.
Competition Tracks

AlgoArena: Algorithmic Programming — Race against time to solve, optimize, and conquer.
CodeCraft: Applied Programming & Software Development — Build real solutions for real-world problems.
IntelliCode: AI & Intelligent Computing — Where intelligence meets innovation.

Prize Money (Awarded Separately in Each Track)

1st Prize: ₹6,000
2nd Prize: ₹4,000
3rd Prize: ₹3,000

The competition provides a platform for college students across institutions to demonstrate problem-solving capabilities, connect with tech enthusiasts and mentors, and compete for cash rewards.
Key Details

Date: September 19, 2026
Venue: SRM University-AP
Event: CODEVIUM 2026 — Inter-College Coding Olympiad
Key Guest: Prof. Subrata Nandi (National Institute of Technology Durgapur)
Organiser: Department of Computer Science and Engineering, SRM University-AP

University Distinguished Lecture - From Curiosity to Discovery — The Power of Scientific Inquiry
2026-09-22 10:00 - 11:00 | ALC 1, Homi J Bhabha Block
SRM University-AP is hosting University Distinguished Lecture #26, titled “From Curiosity to Discovery — The Power of Scientific Inquiry”. The session will feature Prof. Anantanarayanan Raman, Senior Scientist (Health & Biosecurity) at the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), Floreat Park Campus, Perth, Australia, as the distinguished speaker.
The lecture is designed to benefit students, researchers, and faculty members interested in scientific methodologies, research innovation, and the evolution of systematic inquiry.
Abstract
Scientific inquiry’s strength and power lie in it being systematic and in the intellectual capacity to transform curiosity into a sound corpus of knowledge through observation, testing, and continuous iteration. This process energises efforts to distinguish fact from assumption, solve intricate problems and convoluted challenges, and shift towards ‘truth’ — the ‘scientific truth’. Greater clarity emerges because of newly accrued evidence. Scientific inquiry replaces conjectures with substantiations, empowering us with a brilliant rational power to explain how the biophysical world operates and to arrive at reasoned conclusions.
In this presentation, Prof. Raman will touch on the two key drivers of science — curiosity (the spark) and discovery (the fire). He will refer to two pivotal points of scientific inquiry: ‘logic’ and ‘epistemic openness’, concluding with an analysis of how scientific inquiry has evolved and adapted under the post-modern era of globalisation.
Key Details

Date: Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Venue: ALC-1, 3rd Floor, Homi J Bhabha Block
Topic: From Curiosity to Discovery — The Power of Scientific Inquiry
Speaker: Prof. Anantanarayanan Raman (Senior Scientist, Health & Biosecurity, CSIRO, Perth, Australia

Seminar Series - India's Gig Economy: Mapping Challenges Through Last-Mile Delivery & Worker Insights
2026-09-23 15:00 - 16:00 | C-402, CV Raman Block
The Paari School of Business at SRM University-AP is organising a Research Seminar titled “India’s Gig Economy: Mapping Challenges Through Last-Mile Delivery & Worker Insights”. The session will feature Dr Krishna Veer Tiwari, Assistant Professor in Operations & Analytics at FLAME University, Pune, as the expert speaker.
Dr Tiwari holds a PhD in Management Science and has served as a visiting researcher at the University of St. Gallen, BITS Pilani, and Hiroshima University. Recipient of prestigious fellowships from the Swiss Government and the Association of Information Systems, he brings corporate experience from organisations such as Robert Bosch, Force Motors, and Volvo.
The session is expected to benefit students, researchers, and faculty members interested in gig economy dynamics, supply chain operations, labour market economics, and algorithmic management.
Abstract
While platform-driven delivery services have expanded India’s gig economy and created widespread employment, they have also highlighted critical challenges regarding worker safety, income stability, and algorithmic control. This study investigates the operational and labour issues faced by delivery workers, focusing on transparency and well-being. Employing a scoping review, bibliometric mapping, and quantitative surveys, the research analyses dominant academic themes along with worker perceptions on earnings and working hours. Furthermore, qualitative data gathered from semi-structured interviews with last-mile delivery personnel highlights key pain points and potential mental health impacts to inform future policy interventions.
Key Details

Date: September 23, 2026 (Wednesday)
Time: 03:00 PM to 04:00 PM
Venue: C402, C. V. Raman Block
Topic: India’s Gig Economy: Mapping Challenges Through Last-Mile Delivery & Worker Insights
Speaker: Dr Krishna Veer Tiwari (Assistant Professor in Operations & Analytics, FLAME University, Pune)

International Conference on Next-Generation Energy and Mobility Technologies (NGEMT - 2026)
2026-09-24 - 2026-09-25
The Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering at SRM University-AP is set to host the 1st International Conference on Next-Generation Energy and Mobility Technologies (NGEMT – 2026) on September 24-25, 2026. Convened by Dr Tarkeshwar Mahto, alongside co-conveners Dr Somesh Vinayak Tewari and Dr Ramanjaneya Reddy U, the conference invites prospective authors to submit original, unpublished research. The academic discourse will focus on pioneering advancements across five distinct tracks: Smart Grids and Energy Systems; Modern Control Techniques in Energy and Mobility Solutions; Next-Gen Communication Systems for Energy and E-Mobility; AI, IoT and Cybersecurity in Energy and Mobility; and Case Studies, Pilots, and Industrial Applications.
Peer-reviewed and selected papers from the conference are planned for publication in Springer’s prestigious, Scopus-indexed “Lecture Notes in Electrical Engineering” series. Researchers, academicians, and industry participants are encouraged to submit their manuscripts before the final deadline on July 15, 2026.
For further details regarding the event, fee structures, and submission guidelines, interested participants can contact conf.ngemt@srmap.edu.in or visit the event website.

TERRATHON 2026 Sustainability Sprint
2026-09-25 08:30 - 17:30 | APJ Abdul Kalam Auditorium
The Department of Environmental Science & Engineering at SRM University-AP is organising TerraThon 2026 Sustainability Sprint, a fast-paced sustainability hackathon designed to empower students and professionals to develop innovative solutions for real-world environmental challenges. Scheduled to take place at the APJ Abdul Kalam Auditorium, this event invites teams of 3 to 5 members—including undergraduate and postgraduate students from all disciplines, environmental organizations, and sustainable technology developers—to collaborate, learn from experts, and transform creative ideas into actionable environmental solutions. Participants will also benefit from expert mentorship, networking opportunities, complimentary food and accommodation, and a campus tour.
Challenge Themes

Smart Environmental Intelligence: Focusing on AI, IoT, digital sustainability, and smart monitoring.
Water for the Future: Addressing water treatment, water reuse, and solutions for tracking and removing emerging contaminants.
Climate & Net-Zero Solutions: Exploring climate action, carbon management, and decarbonisation.
Sustainable Materials & Clean Energy: Dedicated to advanced materials, energy storage, and environmental applications.
Circular Bioeconomy & Resource Recovery: Centered on waste valorisation, circular economy, and resource recovery.

Important Dates

Registration Start Date: June 30, 2026
Registration Closing Date: September 15, 2026
Event Date and Time: September 25, 2026, from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM

An array of rewards awaits outstanding performers, including a grand prize of ₹15,000 for the Champion Team, ₹10,000 for the First Runner-Up, and ₹5,000 for the Second Runner-Up, alongside specialized recognition through the Rising Sustainability Innovator Awards and the TerraThon Jury’s Choice Awards. For further coordination, queries can be directed to the event coordinators, Dr Nirav P. Raval, Dr Deep Raj, or Dr Narayanamoorthy Bhuvanendran.

Seminar Series - Role Of Brand Super-Efforts And Positive Emotions During Exogenous Brand Crisis: Macro-Meso-Micro Perspective
2026-09-30 15:00 - 16:00 | Tiered Classroom, 5th Floor, Admin Block
The Paari School of Business at SRM University-AP is organising a Research Seminar titled “Role Of Brand Super-Efforts And Positive Emotions During Exogenous Brand Crisis: Macro-Meso-Micro Perspective”. The session will feature Dr Kalpana Chandrasekar, former Assistant Professor of Marketing and UGC NET-JRF qualified scholar, as the expert speaker.
Dr Chandrasekar holds a PhD in Marketing from IIT Madras, where her research received the Best Research Thesis in Marketing (Sri N Kannan Prize 2024). An alumnus of IIM Tiruchirappalli and recipient of the Director’s Gold Medal, she combines five years of IT industry experience with research on brand crisis, crisis communication, and consumer behaviour published in top management journals.
The session is expected to benefit students, researchers, and faculty members interested in marketing management, brand strategy, crisis communication, and consumer behaviour.
Abstract
Brand management research investigating external crisis threats (e.g., natural, health, economic crises) that are not due to brand actions or associations, are found to be sparse with little progress. Anchoring on the Stimulus-Organism-Response (S-O-R) theory, this study aims to investigate the impact of exogenous brand crises (EBC) and brand’s responses on the affective and behavioural changes of consumers.
Firstly, the extensive EBC types are catalogued, and a typology is developed (Study 1) through review of extant literature and secondary data analysis. Exploratory studies – RGT based interviews (Study 2) and collage construction (Study 3) were conducted to identify the most significant EBC and the key constructs that impact consumer purchase decisions. Based on the findings, a multi-level approach is adapted across pervasive and localised EBC impact. Consequent quantitative studies (Study 4-6) investigated the interrelation between – brand’s ‘super-efforts’ at macro level, community members’ brand evangelism at meso level, their impact on consumer attitude and purchase intention at micro level. Research findings provide a comprehensive approach towards EBC management that will enable brand managers to effectively navigate through the challenges and seize the opportunities posed by the EBC.
Key Details

Date: September 30, 2026 (Wednesday)
Time: 03:00 PM to 04:00 PM
Venue: Level 5, Tiered Classroom, Homi J Bhabha Block
Topic: Role Of Brand Super-Efforts And Positive Emotions During Exogenous Brand Crisis: Macro-Meso-Micro Perspective
Speaker: Dr Kalpana Chandrasekar (Former Assistant Professor of Marketing; PhD, IIT Madras)
