Empowering Women in STEM
Chaibasa: Kolhan University marked National Science Day 2026 with a seminar titled “Contribution of Women in Science: A Discussion on the Path to a Developed India.” The event highlighted the critical role female researchers play in achieving the vision of a Viksit Bharat.
A Vision for Scientific Temper
The program was inaugurated by Chief Guest Professor Amarnath Gupta from IIT Kharagpur. During the opening ceremony, Dr. Krishna Pyare, Dean of the Faculty of Science, emphasized that science is the bedrock of societal evolution. He noted that since 1987, National Science Day has served as a vital platform to move science from textbooks into the heart of community development.
The Legacy of the Raman Effect
A major highlight of the day was an in-depth lecture by Dr. Ranjit Karna, Registrar and Physics expert. He detailed the historic discovery of the Raman Effect on February 28, 1928, by Sir C.V. Raman.
Dr. Karna explained how the discovery—which earned Raman the Nobel Prize in 1930—revolved around the change in the wavelength of light when passing through a medium. Today, this “molecular fingerprint” is essential in medicine, chemistry, and forensic science.
Cutting-Edge Science: Fractals and DNA Origami
The discussion moved into advanced scientific frontiers, including:
- Fractals: Students explored self-similar patterns found in DNA, the human nervous system, and river networks.
- DNA Origami: A look at how folding DNA can create nanostructures for targeted medical therapies.
- Soft Matter: Insights into self-assembly and its industrial applications.
Call to Action for Students
The speakers urged the 60 participating students to link their curiosity with societal needs. They emphasized that the biggest challenges of the 21st century—climate change and healthcare—require a workforce that is persistent and innovative.
