28/02/2026
🔬 Celebrate National Science Day with us!
We’re excited to launch Episode 01 of The Spring Chronicle Talks on YouTube: “Journey into Success” featuring Prof. Siva Umapathy from IISc Bengaluru.
🎤 Host: Dr. Jagdish Tonannavar, Chief Editor, The Spring Chronicle
In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Prof. Siva Umapathy, one of India’s most distinguished scientists, to explore science, innovation, leadership, and the making of a successful research career.
The conversation explores:
🔬 Pioneering advances in Raman spectroscopy
🔬 Molecular dynamics simulations & ultrafast spectroscopy
🔬 Applications to quantum dots, bacteria, flu, and COVID-19 research
🔬 Scientific leadership and his tenure at IISER Bhopal
🔬 Innovation, patents, and deep-tech entrepreneurship
🔬 His start-up journey with Gyroid Photonics
About the Guest:
🔹Renowned Laser & Raman Spectroscopist
🔹Honorary Professor, Dept. of IPC & IAP, IISc
🔹J. C. Bose National Fellow
🔹Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prize Recipient
🔹Fellow, Royal Society of Chemistry
🔹Fellow of INSA, IASc & NASI
🔹Former Director, IISER Bhopal
This conversation is not just about scientific excellence—it’s about curiosity, perseverance, leadership, and turning ideas into impact.
🎙️🎥Watch here: https://youtu.be/A_qMwC3km4s?si=LFNtG7Kl06HjgPGr
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