Title: Quantum Approximate Optimization Algorithms for QUBO Problems Across Quantum Hardware Platforms: Performance Analysis, Challenges, and Strategies Venue: S V Narasaiah Auditorium, IAP Department Abstract: Quantum computers are expected to offer advantages in solving optimization problems that are challenging for Read More …
Category: Seminar Series
IAP Alumni Seminar Series: Dr. Prasenjit Bhattacharya on 23rd September 2026, 3:00 PM
Title: From Device Physics to Silicon: Compact Modeling from an Industry Perspective Date and Time: Venue: SV Narasaiah Auditorium, IAP Department Abstract: A semiconductor process technology brings together process integration, device architecture, and electrical characteristics to enable circuit design. The PDK serves Read More …
IAP Alumni seminar series by Prof. Prashant Kumar
Title: Chiral Photonics Enabled by Biological Building Blocks Date and Time: 02 September 2026 & 2:00 PM Venue: SV Narasaiah Auditorium, IAP Department Abstract for the talk: Chirality, a fundamental structural property, is present across multiple length scales, from molecular Read More …
IAP Alumni Seminar Series: Dr. Alwar Samy Ramasamy
Title: Behind Every IC: The Importance of Mask Process Correction Date and Time: 19th August 2026 & 3:00PM Venue: SV Narasaiah Auditorium, IAP Department Abstract for the talk: Modern semiconductor manufacturing relies on transferring circuit patterns from a design layout onto silicon wafers through Read More …
IAP Seminar Series: Dr. Purushottam Kumar
Title: Advancing Aerosol Measurements: From Composition and Volatility to Cost-effective Instrumentation Date and Time: 14th July 2026 & 10.30AM Venue: Online mode Abstract: Understanding the chemical composition and physicochemical properties of atmospheric aerosols is central to addressing challenges in air quality, human health, and Read More …
IAP Alumni Seminar Series: Inaugural Seminar by Dr. Lavanya Sureshbabu, 22 July 2026, 3PM
We are delighted to announce the launch of the IAP Alumni Seminar Series, a new initiative that brings our alumni back to the department to share their research journeys beyond their time at IAP and IISc. In addition to showcasing Read More …
“From Biomechanical Priors to Probabilistic Models: Explainable Learning-Based Motion Anomaly Detection for Rehabilitation”
Speaker: Ms. Neha Das Date and Time:4th February 2026 & 3:00PM, IST Venue: Online Abstract: Reliable detection of anomalous motion is critical in many medical applications, particularly in neurorehabilitation, where compensatory movement strategies may enable task completion while undermining long-term recovery. Despite growing Read More …
“Reconfigurable Optical Mask for Patterning on Silicon Wafers”
Name of the speaker: Prof. Anil Thakur Date/Time: 28th January 2026/3.00 PM Venue: SV Narasaiah Auditorium, IAP Department. Abstract: Photolithographic masks play a critical role in defining patterns on silicon wafers for integrated circuit fabrication. While conventional physical masks are highly effective for large Read More …
Seeing Biochemistry in Action: Imaging Real-Time In Vivo Metabolism using Magnetic Resonance
Name of the speaker: Dr. Keshav Datta Date/Time:13th January 2026/2:30 PM Venue: SV Narasaiah Auditorium, IAP Department. Abstract: Metabolism underlies nearly every biological process, from neuronal signaling and muscle contraction to cancer progression and immune response. Despite its central role in health and Read More …
Quantum-Inspired Benchmark for Intrinsic Dimension Estimation
Name of the speaker: Mr. Aritra Das Date/Time:13th January 2026/4:00 PM Venue: SV Narasaiah Auditorium, IAP Department. Abstract: Machine learning models can generalize well on real-world datasets. According to the manifold hypothesis, this is possible because datasets lie on a Read More …