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TIFR is a research institute & Deemed University for Natural Sciences, Mathematics, Computer Science & Science Education, under the Dept of Atomic Energy, Govt of India. Website https://main.tifr.res.in/ | Science Communication https://tifr.res.in/scicomm
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Tata Institute of Fundamental Research @tifr.res.in · 4h
What lies beyond the Standard Model?
Join Prof. Matthias Neubert (@mainzuniversity.bsky.social) for the 6th D.P. Roy Memorial Lecture — “Landscapes of Fundamental Physics”.

🗓 Oct 13, 2025 | 🕔 5 PM | 📍 TIFR, Mumbai

More details: theory.tifr.res.in/DPRML

#TIFRScience #PublicLecture #Physics
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Tata Institute of Fundamental Research @tifr.res.in · 2d
Apply to TIFR’s Graduate School 2026 for our MSc, PhD, and Integrated MSc–PhD programs.

We invite eligible candidates to join our vibrant academic community & contribute to cutting-edge fundamental science research across disciplines.

Know more: www.tifr.res.in/academics/gs...
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Tata Institute of Fundamental Research @tifr.res.in · 8d
#AwardAlert Sourav Chatterjee from the Department of Astronomy & Astrophysics at TIFR, Mumbai, has been selected as the recipient of the Prof. Peraiah Foundation Lecture 2025, in recognition of his contributions to Theoretical Astrophysics in India.
#TIFRScience #ScienceInIndia
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IQF-CSIC @iqf-csic.bsky.social · 9d
#iqfpaper Nitric Oxide Oxygenation Reaction in Water at Room Temperature inside a Cage. Published in JACS

Collaboration with #departmentofchemicalsciencesiiserkolkata #IiserTirupati @tifr.res.in #icmm_csic #iitjodhpur #MaxPlanckInstituteforChemicalEnergyConversion

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Instituto de Ciencia de Materiales de Madrid @icmm-csic.bsky.social · 10d
🗣️Photoredox Transformations in Water using Host-Guest Charge Transfer Chemistry
🤝Seminar by Jyotishman Dasgupta ( @tifr.res.in)
📆October, 6 - 11AM
🔗More info: www.icmm.csic.es/en/seminar-p...
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Biomedical Picture of the Day BPoD @bpodaily.bsky.social · 21d
The ear's organ of Corti as a model system of how developmental instructions coordinate across spatial scales so that tissues are sculpted reproducibly

📷 @prakash-patterns.bsky.social et al @tifr.res.in in @plosbiology.org

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Sandhya Koushika @wormlockholmes.bsky.social · 23d
A 19-page article in the National Geographic that covers the work of @uramakri.bsky.social @ncbsbangalore.bsky.social @tifr.res.in on black tigers, mutation load and corridors for tiger migration.

Important story and impactful work.
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The curious case of the tigers who changed their stripes
A century ago, India’s tigers were on the brink of extinction. Slowly, their numbers have rebounded. But that ecological success has prompted a dire problem—and a race to save many of them from geneti...
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Rohini Nilekani Center for Brain and Mind - NCBS @cbmncbs.bsky.social · 28d
Glimpses from the recently held theatre showcase by Nilanjan P. Choudhury & team organised by @cbmncbs.bsky.social @ncbsbangalore.bsky.social

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The Trial of Abdus Salam
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Nature Reviews Cancer @natrevcancer.nature.com · Sep 8
In this #JournalClub 🚨 Bansal and Mazumder discuss a study that investigated the interplay between three-dimensional genome structure and mutational load in cancer.
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3D chromatin architecture as a predictor of somatic mutations in cancer genomes - Nature Reviews Cancer
In this Journal Club, Bansal and Mazumder discuss a study that investigated the interplay between three-dimensional genome structure and mutational load in cancer.
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Tata Institute of Fundamental Research @tifr.res.in · Sep 4
We can adapt and cope with the stress. But prolonged stress can affect the brain, changing how one feels, think, and even remember. This Sunday, Prof. Vidita Vaidya (@viditavaidya.bsky.social) shall discuss how chronic stress can set the stage for decline in brain functions.

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Rohini Nilekani Center for Brain and Mind - NCBS @cbmncbs.bsky.social · Aug 19
📢 Inviting participation to the Neuroscience Research Symposium #Manotsava @ncbsbangalore.bsky.social themed Emerging biology of neuropsychiatric disorders.

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Tata Institute of Fundamental Research @tifr.res.in · Aug 27
Shouvik Chatterjee's group at @tifr.res.in has found that stretching of Mn₃Sn thin films unlocks surprising new magnetic & electronic properties. A simple directional strain transforms its spin arrangement—turning symmetry into functionality.

Read more here: www.tifr.res.in/~scicomm/spo...
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Tata Institute of Fundamental Research @tifr.res.in · Aug 25
21/end The new students introduced themselves in a light, conversational round, a chance to connect, laugh & share stories. The orientation closed with high tea, with lively conversation setting the tone for friendships and the exciting journey ahead.

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Tata Institute of Fundamental Research @tifr.res.in · Aug 25
20/n There were talks from Lt. Cdr. (Retd.) Abhishek Khandekar on safety & security (with a full-day drill to follow), Dr. Archana Vinarkar on health & well-being, and a fun wrap-up by TSS reps Amit Kumar & Arghya Dutta, welcoming GS2025 into the TIFR community.
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Tata Institute of Fundamental Research @tifr.res.in · Aug 25
19/n Prof. Tridib Sadhu, Chair of the Student Support Cell (SSC),explained how the SSC is the first port of call for any issues—academic, personal, or otherwise. He also introduced YourDOST, an anonymous, 24×7 online counseling service available at no cost to all TIFR students.
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Tata Institute of Fundamental Research @tifr.res.in · Aug 25
18/n Prof. R. Vijayaraghavan, Chair of the Colaba Campus Life Committee (CCLC), spoke about campus living, recreational spaces, facilities, canteen, vibrant cultural activities, and TIFR’s strict anti-ragging policy.
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Tata Institute of Fundamental Research @tifr.res.in · Aug 25
17/n A power-packed session on Cyber Safety & Ethics by Prof. Ramprasad Saptharishi had students buzzing! He began with a live Mentimeter poll, instantly engaging the crowd as real-time results revealed just how secure (or insecure!) our online habits really are.
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Tata Institute of Fundamental Research @tifr.res.in · Aug 25
16/n Prof. Bhattacharya introduced TIFR’s outreach ecosystem: Chai & Why? (www.tifr.res.in/outreach/cha...), Frontiers of Science, rural lectures, school demos & National Science Day events. He invited GS2025 scholars to volunteer, contribute, & ignite curiosity.
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Tata Institute of Fundamental Research @tifr.res.in · Aug 25
15/n A radiant highlight was the talk by Prof. Arnab Bhattacharya, HBCSE Centre Director and Chair of TIFR’s Science Popularisation & Public Outreach Committee (SPPOC). The torchbearers of TIFR’s outreach are our students, and anyone interested is welcome to pitch in!
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Tata Institute of Fundamental Research @tifr.res.in · Aug 25
14/n Prof. Sandhya Koushika (@wormlockholmes.bsky.social), co-chair of TIFR’s Gender Harmony Cell, spoke on gender sensitization: the importance of consent was brought out via Tea & Consent (www.youtube.com/watch?v=pZwv...). And important do’s & don’ts for a respectful, inclusive campus culture.
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Tata Institute of Fundamental Research @tifr.res.in · Aug 25
13/n In the post-lunch session, Director TIFR, Prof. Jayaram N. Chengalur, greeted students warmly with inspiring words, practical advice & a vision of TIFR as a place where curiosity & courage fuel discovery.
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Tata Institute of Fundamental Research @tifr.res.in · Aug 25
12/n TIFR’s Low-Temperature Facility (LTF): Dr. Srinivasan showed the Linde L280 Helium Liquefier (~35,000 hrs, 60–150 L/hr) and Nitrogen Plant, explaining how cryogenics powers cutting-edge experiments in superconductivity, quantum physics & ultra-low temp research.
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Tata Institute of Fundamental Research @tifr.res.in · Aug 25
11/n Students visited TIFR’s National Facility for High-Field NMR. Sr Scientific Officer Mr. Devidas Jadhav explained how NMR spectroscopy reveals molecular structures & dynamics. Students saw how world-class instruments advance chemistry, biology & materials science research.
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Tata Institute of Fundamental Research @tifr.res.in · Aug 25
10/n Pelletron Accelerator: This 46-m-tall marvel (≈15 storeys) arrived in 1988 on a long truck in one piece, needing part of TIFR’s wall broken so it could turn the corner! Mr. J.P. Nair explained that it accelerates ions up to 15 million volts using a chain of metal pellets.
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Tata Institute of Fundamental Research @tifr.res.in · Aug 25
9/n In the fascinating Glass Blowing Section, the team demonstrated live how raw glass is shaped into scientific apparatus. Students watched in awe as molten glass was blown & molded into tools for research, a rare glimpse of craft meeting science at TIFR.
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