Workshop on Water Resources in India: Challenges and Hazards
The availability of water as an elixir of life depends on several factors, including land and climate. The Department of Environmental Science and Engineering organised a 2-Day workshop on “How interactions between climate and land use/land cover changes can affect water resources” on March 27 and 28, 2023, in affiliation with the Department of Earth and Environmental Science, University of Kentucky, USA. The workshop was inaugurated by Vice Chancellor Prof. Manoj K Arora. Distinguished academician and researcher, Prof. Alan Ernest Fryar, Department of Earth and Environmental Science, University of Kentucky, was the resource person for the session.
The workshop was conducted with the aim of providing an overview of water resources in India, water resource challenges and hazards, climate change and projected effects, and mitigation and adaptation strategies. Prof. Fryar also explained the groundwater status across India and regional approaches to exploring it as a drinking water resource. He also explained the impact of climate change on groundwater as a fresh drinking water resource and adaptation strategies.
The workshop saw the participation of over 60 faculty, PhD Scholars and UG students from various educational institutions across the district. UG students from the Department of Geology, Hindu College and Chalapathi Institute of Engineering and Technology, Guntur, participated in the session and interacted with Prof. Fryar.
A field visit to the Krishna Riverbank in Amaravati, Guntur, was also conducted as part of the workshop on March 28, where Prof. Fryar interacted with the research scholars and emphasised the importance of field visits and the scientific and systematic way of sample collection from the field. In addition, Prof. Fryar conducted hands-on training on the field instrument (multi-parameter probe, Hanna) for real-time data collection from the river water and groundwater sources in the field.
- Published in Departmental News, ENVS News, News, Workshop
AMEYA 2k23: The Signature B-School Fest at SRM University-AP
The Paari School of Business organised the very first edition of its signature Business Fest “AMEYA 2k23” on April 12 and 13, 2023, at SRM University-AP, Andhra Pradesh. The EMBA programme was also launched during this event. The event was inaugurated on April 12 by Chief Guest, Dr Nagendra V Chowdary in the presence of the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Manoj K Arora; Registrar, Dr R Premkumar; Dean-Paari School of Business, Prof. Bharadwaj Sivakumaran.
The event was launched on a great scale with events being conducted both from the technical as well as non-technical streams. Students from other educational institutions enthusiastically participated in the fest. Technical events such as How’s That (IPL Auction) and Big Bull (Stock Market Simulation), created interest among the participants. There were events from every parallel offered as specialisations by the B-School. A few other events that were conducted are Resultyics, Get Massive Votes, Mock Commercial, Brand Race, and sustainability concept-based Upcycling.
The non-technical events induced a fun and healthy competitive atmosphere in the university. Events like hopscotch, treasure hunt, and separation anxiety had pulled large crowds. The organising committee also encouraged student entrepreneurship by allowing the students to set up food and game stalls.
The business fest concluded on a high note by rewarding the winners from all the events. The winners were given cash prizes of Rs. 5000 and Rs. 3000 for 1st and 2nd place, respectively. Two movie promotions were organised as part of AMEYA 2k23. The film crew and cast of Anni Manchi Sekunalu visited the campus on April 12, adding entertainment and excitement to the already buzzing fest. Team Ugram were a part of the cultural night on April 13. The event was concluded by dance performances, beatboxing and a spectacular DJ night. AMEYA 2k23 was a grand success and a trademark event in the history of the Paari School of Business.
- Published in Departmental News, News, Paari Current Happenings, University Event
Careers in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology-srmap
The Department of Biological Sciences is organising an Industry Expert Lecture Series featuring talks from industry experts from various domains of biology. As part of the series, a lecture titled “Choosing Biotechnology along with Molecular Biology as a Career” will be delivered by Dr Krishna Rayudu from Sanzyme Biologics Pvt. Ltd. on June 02, 2023. The talk will highlight industry expectations and skill development for BSc, MSc, and PhD students to enter into Biotech Industries.
Join the session to gain insight into the scope and opportunities for a successful career in the Biotech industry!
- Published in Biology Events, Departmental Events, Events
Product Kraft Cohort 1.0 Rallies an Innovative Culture among Students
Product Kraft, a student-led community in association with Hatchlab Research Centre had conducted its first extensive workshop titled Product Kraft Cohort 1.0 of a series of workshops on Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML) and the Internet of Things (IoT) in SRM University-AP. The workshop was marshalled under the direction of CEO of Hatchlab Research Centre, Mr Udayan Bakshi, in collaboration with SRM AP E-Cell and industrial partner Mr Baradwaj Avarapalli, co-founder of AB TechVille.
As the demand for professionals skilled in AI/ML and IoT continues to grow, the collaboration between Product Kraft and AB TechVille is poised to significantly impact the participants’ future careers. By providing a comprehensive learning experience and industry exposure, this workshop series aimed to empower participants to take on the challenges and opportunities presented by the ever-evolving technological landscape
The workshops covered a wide range of topics related to AI/ML and IoT, and also provided a platform for participants to network and engage with like-minded individuals, fostering a collaborative learning environment.
The workshop ended with a “Pitch and Win” contest, where jury members Srikanth Talluri, one of the top 100 Education Leaders and Innovator of Shanmukha 6D model and Sirisha Kasinadhuni, Founder & Director of AI Practices and Empiezo IT solutions evaluated the ideas and the prototype products of the participants. Based on their evaluation, startup ideas such as- Helugu, Oxygen Leakage Detection and Algo Trading Bot were awarded the first three prizes and appreciation medals. Selected startup ideas were endorsed under the HatchLab Research Center through an Elon fellowship to help the students transform their vision into reality through expert mentors present in SRM University-AP.
- Published in IDEA NEWS, IDEA Workshop, News, Workshop