Science Lecture Series Archives

2021 to 2022

SCIENCE LECTURES FOR SCHOOL STUDENTS
DateSpeaker and InstitutionTitle of Lecture Institution where the lecture was conducted
25th Feb., 2022Dr. Shashikant G. Mahadik, Scientific Officer, Haematopathology Lab,
Tata Memorial Hospital, Parel
Hematopoiesis, blood cell morphology and their functionsMES Vidya Mandir, Belapur
18th Feb., 2022Dr. K.V. Srinivasan,
Low temperature facility, TIFR
The Science and Engineering of the very coldVishwajyot High School, Kharghar
4th Feb., 2022Prof. Radha V. Jayaram, Institute of Chemical Technology, MatungaRole of Chemistry in the "Green" Revolution

Link:
SCD Barfivala High School, Andheri
27th Jan., 2022Dr. Rama Mehta, Retired Scientist, Brain Energizer & Memory TrainerSkill Mathematics

Link: https://youtu.be/IJ7X1wfJJAY
Sainath English High School, Vashi
25th Jan., 2022Mr. Nikhilesh Iyer, Scientific Officer, BARC & Science educator, Asan VigyanPlay and Learn Science: A collaborative non zero sum approach

Link:https://youtu.be/Xq6ysZrM-5w
Rishi Valmiki Eco School, Goregaon
6th Jan., 2022Dr. Mukesh Kumar Roy
Head , Natural Sciences, IIITDM, Jabalpur
Fun with Physics

Link:https://youtu.be/91JIS8Z8eqQ
St. Mary’s School
Vashi
11th Dec., 2021Mr. Uday Doshi
Founder
Excelsior Engineering Solutions, Mhape, Navi Mumbai
Solar Electricity

Link:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OyBASXzH4Rs
St Augustine School,
Vasai, Palgarh Dist.
12th Nov., 2021Mr. Alok Rajesh Singh
Wastewater service engineer at A.T.E. Huber Envirotech Ltd. , Mumbai
Between waste water to water

Link:https://youtu.be/rbucVph0ozU
Dr.Pillai Global Academy, New Panvel
8th Oct., 2021Shri. Chintamani Pai
Research Scholar, Univ of Mumbai
Introduction to Space Missions

Link:https://youtu.be/PogYxCqjvTo
St Mary’s School SSC
Mazgaon, Mumbai
20th Sept., 2021Ms. Lalitha Ramaswamy, PGT, National Awardee.Light: Reflection & Refraction

Link: https://youtu.be/T632zdcNbHg
Radcliffe School, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai
POPULAR SCIENCE LECTURES IN COLLEGES
DateSpeaker and InstitutionTitle of Lecture Institution where the lecture was conducted
30th March 2022Prof. Deepa Khushalani, FRSC, Professor in Materials Chemistry, Department of Chemical Sciences,Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), MumbaiNanomaterials for Harnessing Solar EnergyInternal Quality Assurance Cell, Rajaram College, Kolhapur
28th March 2022Dr Madhuwanti V, Latkar
Assoc. prof
Dept. of civil engineering
VNIT, Nagpur
Application of Biotechnology in Civil Engineerings Microbiology, Biochemistry
Seth kesarimal Porwal college of Arts and Science and Commerce Kamptee
22nd March 2022Dr. Santoshi Prabhu, Senior Consultant, Gynaecologist and Obstretics BARCClinical Conditions related to the reproductive systemRajiv Gandhi College, Vashi
19th March 2022Dr.Anugya Bhatt, Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Trivandrum, Kerala.



3D Bioprinting : Dimensions to Life

Institute of Chemical Technology (ICT) Matunga, Mumbai
15th March 2022Dr. Mragank Nema, Head Engineering and projects
Gencrest Bioproducts Limited, Jalgaon
Banana The Kalpavrishka: Creating Wealth from WasteNikalas Mahila Mahavidyalaya, Nagpur
11th March 2022Dr. Saswati Roy, Former Director, Chemical Engineering Group, BARC, MumbaiChemistry in Atomic Energy Research Smt Kasturbai Walchand College, Chemistry Dept., Sangli
5th March 2022Dr. Susan Eapen, Former Head, Plant Biotechnology & Secondary Products Section, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Mumbai
Scientific Writing Department of Microbiology and Biotechnology,
Sir Sitaram & Lady Shantabai Patkar College of Arts and Science
and V. P. Varde College of Commerce & Economics , Goregaon, Mumbai
28th Feb., 2022Dr. Rakesh Tuli, FNA, FASc, FNASc, FAAS, Former Director, CSIR-NBRI & DBT- NABI & JC Bose National Fellow at Panjab UniversityPrecision Biology Inspired by Microbes
G. N. Khalsa College of Arts, Science and Commerce (Autonomous) Microbiology Department Under Microbes 4-U Lecture Series
19th Feb., 2022Abhilash Nair Ph.D. Senior Researcher, HiLIFE, Faculty Biological & Environmental Sciences, University of Helsinki, Finland
Next Generation Sequencing and its ApplicationsDepartment of Botany and Centre for Research St. Teresa’s College (Autonomous), Ernakulam, Kerala.
12th Feb., 2022Dr. Ashok Varma, Scientist, ACTREC, Kharghar, Navi MumbaiBioinformatics: Basics to Applications
Department of Biotechnology, DSPM’s K. V. Pendharkar College of Arts, Science and Commerce (Autonomous), Dombivli.

3rd Feb., 2022Dr. Anushree Patil, ICMR-NIRRHPolycystic ovaries SyndromeCaius Research Laboratory, & Women’s Development Cell, St. Xaviers College, Mumbai
29th Jan., 2022
Dr. P Lakshmi Santhi, Sr. Manager, Client Relations
SciTech Patent Art Services, Hyderabad
IP as tool of EmpowermentDept of Biotenchology,
Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering,
Bengaluru
29th Jan., 2022
Dr. Arvind Lali, ICT, MumbaiBiofuelScience association, V. G. Vaze college of Arts, Science & Commerce (Autonomous), Mulund East, Mumbai-
22nd Jan., 2022
Dr. Sorab Dalal, Cancer Res. Inst, ACTREC, Navi MumbaiThe application of Recombinant DNA technology in Science and MedicineSmt Kasturbai Walchand College, Sangli
22nd Jan., 2022
Dr. Chitra Seetharaman Misra, BARCGenome EditingSophia College for Women, Mumbai
20th Jan., 2022
Prof. Shree Kumar Apte Ph.D., Distinguished Professor, School of Biological Sciences, UM-DAE Centre for Excellence, in Basic Sciences, Vidyanagari, Mumbai
World’s most radiation-resistant bacterium:Deinococcus radiodurans and what can you do with it?VES, College, Chembur, Mumbai
24th Dec., 2021
Dr. Prakash Ghosh, Department of Energy Engineering, IITBRenewable EnergiesThakur College of Engineering and Technology, Kandivili, Mumbai
9th Dec., 2021
Dr. Janesh Kumar
Scientist E,
Macromolecular Structure & Function
National Centre for Cell Science,
Pune
Cryo electron MicroscopyJai Hind College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Churchgate, Mumbai
7th Dec., 2021
Dr.Ashok Giri
Senior Principal Scientist
Division of Biochemical Sciences
CSIR- National Chemical Laboratory,
Pune.
Cut, Copy, and Paste genes for crop improvementRoyal College of Arts Science and Commerce, Mira Road, Dist. Thane
6th Dec., 2021
Dr.Radhika Patil
Head of Physiotherapy, Jehangir Hospital, Pune
Ageing: Promoting Health and functioning in older personsR. P. Gogate College of Arts and Science, RV. Joglekar College of Commerce Ratnagiri
4th Dec., 2021
KS Laddha, IC, Mumbai
Professor of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry
Dept. Pharmaceutical Sciences and Technology,
Institute of Chemical Technology, Mumbai
Extraction and isolation of commercially important Phytochemicals.PTVA’s Sathaye College,(Autonomous) Vile Parle, Mumbai
24th Nov., 2021
Dr. Surekha Zingde, Trustee IWSA, Former Dy. Director, Cancer Research Institute, ACTREC, Navi MumbaiProteomics: Where we are and where are we going?Dept. of Botany, Telangana University, Dichpally, Nizamabad, Telangana
20th Nov., 2021
Dr. K. Annapurna
Sr, Prinicipal Scientist,
CSIR-Central Glass and Ceramic Research Inst, Kolkatta
Advances in Glass science Technology: Impact on Society and prospects for womenDepartment of Life Sciences, Padmashree
Inst of Management and Sciences, Kengeri, Bengaluru
18th Nov., 2021
Dr. GA Ravishankar
Vice President & Prof of Biotechnology, Dayanand Sagar Group of Institutions, Bengaluru
Strategies to augment plant secondary metabolite production to develop products and processes of commercial valueBotany Dept.
Ruia College, Mumbai
16th Nov., 2021
Dr. Manoj Mahimkar, Associate Professor, HBNI
& Principal Investigator
Cancer Research Institute,
ACTREC, Tata Memorial Centre, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai
Global Profiling using MicroarraysBiotechnology Dept
SIES, Sion, Mumbai
13thNov., 2021
Dr. Yogesh Shouche, Emeritus Scientist, National Centre for Cell Science (NCCS) & Principal Investigator, National Center for Microbial Resources, Pune. Career Opportunities for Microbiologists in the New EraNB Mehta College, Dahanu Road, Bordi Palghar
30th Oct., 2021

Dr. Sahayog N. Jamdar
Scientific Officer (G)
Food Technology Division,
FIPLY, BARC, Mumbai
Gut Microbiome and its implication on human HealthChangu Kana Thakur (CKT), Arts, Commerce and Science College, New Panvel
30th Oct., 2021

Dr. Hemant Dhamne
Head, Vector and CART Cell Process development and Manufactoring.
Immuneel Therapeutics Pvt. Ltd, Bengaluru
Viruses: Our Foes and Friends tooDept. of Biotechnology Smt Chandibai Himathmal Mansukhani College, Ulhasnagar, Maharashtra
28th Oct., 2021Dr. M. Manohari,
Senior Scientist,
IGCAR, Kalpakkam
Applications of ionizing radiationHindustan Institute of Technology & Science, Padur, Tamil Nadu
25th Oct., 2021

Dr. Sheela Choudhary,
Retd outstanding scientist, Dy Chief Executive, Nuclear Fuel Complex, Hyderabad
Chemical engineers and Atomic Energy in service of humanityDept of Chemical Engineering,
Finolex Academy of Management and Technology, Ratnagiri
21st Oct., 2021Dr. Dhiraj Dhotre, National Centre for Cell Science (NCCS) & National Center for Microbial Resources, Pune. Gut-Brain axisDepts of Biotechnology and Microbiology
Kishinchand Chellaram College, Churchgate, Mumbai
14th Oct., 2021Dr. Sanjeev Waghmare, Senior Scientist, CRI,
ACTREC, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai
Stem cells in regenerative medicine: what is the reality?Department of Biotechnology, Guru Nanak Khalsa College of Arts, Science and Commerce (Autonomous), Matunga, Mumbai
24th Sep., 2021Prof. B.N. Jagatap,
Dept. of Physics, IITB
Demystifying Research, Development, Innovation and EntrepreneurshipDept of Chemistry, Mithibai College, Vile Parle, Mumbai
22nd Sep., 2021Dr. Shrimati Shetty,
Consultant Biomedical Scientist
K.J. Somaiya Medical College and Research Centre,
Mumbai
Blood Coagulation and related disordersZoology Dept
D. G.Ruparel College, Mumbai
17th Sep., 2021Prof. Sreelaja Nair
Department of Biosciences and Bioengineerin,
IITB, Mumbai
Development of Human embryos: 40 weeks or 800 million years?Zoology Dept
Wilson College, Mumbai
4th Sept., 2021Prof. Paramjit Khurana, J. C. Bose National Fellow,
Dept. of Plant Molecular Biology, University of Delhi, South Campus, New Delhi.
Climate Smart Agriculture in the Era of Plant GenomicsBiosciences Dept, Union Christian College, Aluva, Kerala
SCIENCE AND OUR LIFE LECTURES
DateSpeaker and InstitutionTitle of Lecture Institution where the lecture was conducted
12th Mar.,2022
Dr. Vasudevan Rajaram, Environmental Engineer, Founder/President of Midwest Engineers, Inc.,
Founder, Tetra Tech India
Equity and Climate Change

Link: https://youtu.be/B8p8dNjqd5o
IWSA, HQ
12th Feb.,2022Ms. Adithi Muralidhar, Scientific Officer, Homi Bhabha Centre for Science
Education, TIFR, Mumbai
Ecosystem and Wildlife diversity in India

Link: https://youtu.be/3rmgNIeLbJo
IWSA, HQ
8th Jan., 2022

Dr. Krishnamurthy Jayanna, Prof. & Dean, Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences, Bangalore"Lifestyles and ageing : Perspectives based on the science of integrative medicine and cognitive neuroscience"

Link: https://youtu.be/qMq9d1FCTI8
IWSA, HQ
11th Dec., 2021

Priya Anantharaman
Head, Global Marketing and Insighs Analytics, Pepsico
"The Science of Consumerism

Link :
https://youtu.be/Dp496AVsfUM
IWSA, HQ
13th Nov., 2021

Dr Rajiv Nigam, former Emeritus Scientist and former Head, Geological Oceanography Division & Head Marine Archaeology Unit, National Institute of Oceanography, Dona Paula, Goa"Excitement of studying Lothal and Dholavira: Geological applications in Marine Archaeology”

Link:
https://youtu.be/3ii2-eFquOw
IWSA, HQ
9th Oct., 2021

Shilpa Rele, Scholarly Communication & Data Curation Librarian, Rowan University, Glassboro, NJ, USA"Digital Library Projects & Digital Preservation of Cultural Heritage"

Link:
https://youtu.be/moDWLRwQzK8
IWSA, HQ
12th Sept., 2021Dr. Ar. Pratheek Sudhakaran, Architect, Educator and Researcher."Exploring Sustainable Architecture in India"

Link:
https://youtu.be/qPmKCXxDp4o
IWSA, HQ
14th Aug., 2021Prof. Pradip K. Tewari, Head, Dept. of Chemical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Jodhpur
Water issues in rural areas: IIT Jodhpur interventions

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cBep3AiuVNY
IWSA, HQ
10th July, 2021Dr. Abhay Vaidya, MD (Anaesthesiology) FRCA, FHEA, PG Cert (Med Edu), MAcadMEd, Tutor, School of Medicine, University of Central Lancashire, Retd. Consultant Anaesthetist, National Health Service, UKEvolution of Anaesthetist: A peek into history of Anaesthesia

Link:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MSg4ym1CiKc
IWSA, HQ
12th June, 2021Ms. Saloni Godbole, Cofounder and Director, Occamy BioScience Pvt. LtdEntrepreneurship: A silver lining

Link:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_IDn3tfwHq0
IWSA, HQ
15th May, 2021Shri K.C. Sandeep, Scientific Officer J, Heavy Water Division, BARC
With
Dr. K. T. Shenoy, Associate Director, Chemical Engineering group, BARC
Oxygen For Medical Purposes: A Life Saving Technology From BARCIWSA, HQ
8th May, 2021Dr. (Major) Biswadeep Paul, Director, Medical & Occupational Health at Procter & Gamble; India, Middle East & AfricaImportance of Resilience in Covid Times

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qi1fUPFYiu0
IWSA, HQ
10th Apr., 2021Dr. Jayanthi Narayan, Special educator, Visiting Professor, University of Northampton, UKEducation is a Fundamental Right- Education of Children with disabilities

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ejpHTKVKAK4
IWSA, HQ
13th Mar., 2021Dr. Aabha Nagral, Gastroenterologist, Special interest- Hepatology, Pediatric Hepatology & Liver Transplantation, Apollo Hospital, Navi Mumbai and Jaslok Hospital, MumbaiHow do I protect my liver?

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LnbOyR24VaE
IWSA, HQ
13th Feb., 2021Dr. Vidita Vaidya, Professor and Neuroscientist at TIFR, MumbaiThe Adaptive and Maladaptive changes associated with early life stress

Link:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=74FZS6NmeMM
IWSA, HQ
23rd Jan., 2021Dr. Tessy Thomas, The missile woman of India!Aerospace JourneyIWSA, HQ
21st Dec., 2020Dr. Astrid Lobo Gajiwala, Former director, Regional and State Organ and Tissue transplant organisation, ROTTO-SOTTO- west and Maharashtra, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare & Former Head, Tissue Bank, Tata Memorial Hospital, MumbaiOrgan and Tissue DonationIWSA, HQ
17th Nov., 2020Padmashri Prof. Rohini GodboleHow do we know what lies within?IWSA, HQ
17th Oct., 2020Prof. Anitha Pillai, School of Computing Sciences, Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science
Prof. Bindu Menon, HOD and Senior Consultant Neurologist, Apollo Hospitals, Nellore
Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare
Application of Artificial Intelligence in Neurological Disorders: An Overview

link:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-1vKOUqwahA
IWSA, HQ
29th Sept. 2020Dr. Haresh Mehta, Interventional Cardiologist, Founder, Healing Hearts; Visiting Faculty, Dept, of Cardiology, University Hospital, Bern, SwitzerlandHeart is your password to life

Link:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VndSyah7_T4
IWSA, HQ
12th Sept. 2020Mr. Tushar Pradhan, CIO, HSBC Global Asset Management Co. (India) Ltd. Mathematics behind basic financial concepts

Link; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NkppG3OaLXY
IWSA, HQ
7th Sept. 2020Dr. Meera Venkatesh, former Director, Division of Physical and Chemical Sciences, International Atomic Energy AgencyApplications of Nuclear Radiations for Societal Welfare with emphasis on Healthcare applications

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rF1YU4VlaFI
IWSA, HQ
17th Aug., 2020Dr. G. P. Kotiyal, Former Head, Glass and Ceramics Division, BARCStory of Evolution of Glass/Glass-ceramics: Useful in Every Walk of LifeIWSA, HQ
20th July, 2020Dr. Nigamaja Hariharan, Physiotherapist, CCCE, CLE, graduated from MGR medical university, Chennai, Gold medalist in Bachelor of PhysiotherapyHealthy habits for bladder and bowelsIWSA, HQ

2018 to 2021

DateSpeaker and InstitutionTitle of LectureInstitution where the lecture was given
20th March 2021Dr. Priya D Patil
Asst Professor, Vivekanand College, Kolhapur
"Starch-industrial Applications and Mangrove starch: As a Novel Source"Kolhapur Branch
Dept of Botany, Vidnyan Mahavidyalaya, Sangola
20th March 2021Dr.Reeteka Sud
Research Coordinator
Accelerator in Brain Disorders using Stem Cells (ADBS) Lab
National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences
Bengaluru
"Models and Genomic Measures of Psychiatric Disorders"Department of Genetics
Indian Academy Degree College- Autonomous
Kalyan Nagar, Hennur Cross, Bengaluru
20th March 2021Dr. Christ Paul,
Head, Laser Additive ManufacturingRRCAT, Indore
RRCAT, Indore
"Laser 3D printing and Machining"Finolex Academy of Management and technology
Mechanical Engineering Dept
Ratnagiri
18th March 2021Dr. Mansingraj S. Nimbalkar
Dept of Botany, Shivaji University, Kolhapur
"Surangi: A new Fragrance in the livelihood of Tribals"Dept of Botany and Dept of Rural Development Br. Bababsaheb Khardekar College, Vengurla
18th March 2021Dr. Anala Pandit
VJTI , Mumbai Finolex Academy of Management and technology
IT and Computer Science Dept
Ratnagiri
"Machine Learning and its applications"Finolex Academy of Management and technology
IT and Computer Science Dept
Ratnagiri
17th March 2021Dr. Manisha Khaladkar Associate Professor of Chemistry, College of Engineering, Pune"A journey of Swayam"Innovation and Startup Cell, SKN Sinhgad Institute Of Technology & Science, Kusgaon (Bk.), Lonavala-410401
17th March 2021Dr. Ajit Telave,
Vice Principal,
Tuljaram Caturchand College, Baramati
“Ecology and Economics"Kolhapur Branch
Dept of Botany, Karmaveer Bhaurao Patil Mahavidyalay, Pandharpur
16th March 2021Dr. Rajendra Shankar Suryavanshi
Assoc Prof,
Dept. of Botany Vidnyan Mahavidyala, Sangola
"Biodiversity and Tribes of Andaman and Nicobar Islands"Kolhapur Branch
Karmaveer Baurao Patil Mahavidyalaya, Urun Islampu
16th March 2021Prof. Madhoolika Agarwal, Professor of Botany (Institute of Science, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi“Role of Women in Biodiversity Conservation"Department of Physics (MMV Section), Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi
(through Delhi branch)
15th March 2021Prof.
Smita Zinjarde
Director, Institute of Bioinformatics and Biotechnology
Savitribai Phule Pune University
"Small Changes Big Rewards: Some Case Studies" Dept. of Microbiology, SP Pune University,
PES Modern College, Shivajinagar and
PES Modern College, Ganeshkhind, Pune
13th March 2021Dr. Rama Mehta Retd Sc D, Nat ional Inst of Hydrology."On Brain Mapping for Goal Mastery"
Kanahiya Lal DAV (PG) College Roorkee
13th March 2021Dr. Rohini Balakrishnan
Centre for Ecological Sciences, Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru
"From Crickets to Elephants: The behavioural ecology of
Animal acoustic communication"
Department of Botany, Telangana University
Dichpally, Nizamabad – 503322
10th March 2021Dr. Ranjana Badve,
Former Senior Chemist
Ground water surveys and Develpmental Agency
"Water Quality-Need of the hour"Rajgad Dyanpeeths Anantrao Thopte college, Dept of Chemistry, Bhor, Pune 412206
10th March 2021Dr. Raj Hirwani,
Emeritus Scientist, CSIR-URDIP
Visiting Prof. IITB,
Adjunct Prof IITDh
"Fundamentals of Patents"Department of Microbiology and Biotechnology
Sir Sitaram & Lady Shantabai Patkar College of Arts and Science and V. P. Varde College of Commerce & Economics Goregaon, Mumbai.
9th March 2021Dr. Sidharth Pandey
Head, Centre for Excellence in Astrobiology, Amity University Mumbai
"Space Explorations in the search of life"Chinmaya Degree College, Haridwar
(Roorkee) Uttarakhand
9th March 2021Dr. Manoj Munde, Asst Prof
Biochemistry lab, School of Physical Sciences, JNU, New Delhi
"Biophysical Chemistry in drug design: Impact, Challenges and Opportunities"Vidya Bharati Mahavidyalaya, Amravati
9th March 2021Dr. Vivek Polishettiwar,
TIFR
"Non catalytic material for climate change"UC College Aluva, Chemistry Dept.
8th March 2021Dr. Purnima Rupal
Director, Indo French Centre for the promotion of Advanced Research /Cefipra
Delhi
"Impact of Pandemic on women’s work life"Amity Inst of Nanotechnology, Amity University, UP, Noida
6th March 2021Dr. Shweta Sharma, Scientist 'SF' Space Application Centre (ISRO) Ahmedabad, Gujrat"38 Indian Scientific Expedition to Antarctica : ExperienceDept. of Chemistry Sri Sanatan Dhram Prakash Chand Kanya Snatakottar, Mahavidyalaya, Roorkee(Haridwar)
6th March 2021Prof. Sachin Patwardhan IITB"A Model based framework for intelligent system automation: An overview"Pillai Engineering College
5th March 2021Dr. Shalini Chahande, Asst prof
Dept of biochemistry, S.K Porwal College Kamptee
"E development :The current pandemic scenario"Science faculty Kamla Nehru Mahavidyalaya, Nagpur
5th March 2021Dr. Radha Jayaram
Institute of Chemical Technology, Mumbai
"Catalysis and green chemistry"Somaiya College of Arts, Science and Commerce
4th March 2021Dr. Shashikala A. Gangal, Former Head Dept., of Electronic Sci., & Dept., of instrumentation Sci., Savithribai Phule University, Pune "Human Pulse Detection System & Pulse Analysis"MES's Abasaheb Garware College, CSA Dept., of Computer Science Karve Road, Pune - 411004
2nd March 2021Dr. Sravanti Vaidya, PhD Project Scientist, CSIR- Centre for Cellular & Molecular Biology, Hyderabad"Antimicrobial Peptides(AMP): A Plethora of Roles & Applications "Department of Biotechnology B.M.S. College of engg.,
1st March 2021Dr Renuka Mainde, Nutritionist and Educator, Treasure Foods for Healthy Living
Dr Kavita Bakshi, Nutritionist and educator, Nutrition Beats Pandemic
"NetProFan NC"Womens Technical Education and Research
Sm Ratnidevi Purohit Institute , Nagpur, Indian Dietetic association NC
1st March 2021Dr. Chandra Viswanath"Stem Cell Medicine"
Link: https://youtu.be/kK2bk3au3NU
Sophia College for Women, Life Science Dept. Mumbai
27th Feb., 2021Dr. Umashankari
BARC,Head Reactor Physics Division group
"Power from Thorium"VES college, Chembur
27th Feb., 2021Dr. Nagaraj Balasubramaniam , IISER, Pune"2D vs 3D How cells tell the difference"Bhavan’s college, Andheri
27th Feb., 2021Dr.Annama Anil Odaneth, ICT, Mumbai"Biobased energy options for sustainable resources"St. Therasa’s College
Botany Dept , Cochin
26th Feb., 2021Dr. Rita K Israni Retd Scientist, Central Agmark Laboratory, Nagpur"Microbial food safety issues: an overview"Seth Kesarimal Porwal college of Arts and Science and Commerce, Kamptee, Nagpur
26th Feb., 2021Dr. Prakash P. Wadgaonkar, Polymer Science & Engg., Division, CSIR-NCL Pune "Wondrous World of Chemistry"Science faculty, Bharatiya Mahavidyalaya, Amravati
20th Feb., 2021Dr. Pratima Bose
Retd. Prof & Head Dept of Eqrthquake Engineering, Delhi college of Engineering, Delhi
"Earthquake Safety-Overview and Challenges"Department of Civil Engineering, College of Engineering Roorkee, Roorkee
17th Feb., 2021Dr. MNV Prasad
Emeritus Professor School of life Sciences, University of Hydrabad
"Trace Elements as contaminants and Nutrients"St Pious Xdegree PC college for women, Hyderabad
17th Feb., 2021Dr. Prajval Shastri
Astrophysicist, Indian Institute of Astrophysics, Bengaluru
"From solar systems to black holes: A retrospective of the new astrophysics"Inst of Physics , Mumbai. Homi Bhabha State Univ for Physics and Chemistry
13th Feb., 2021 Dr. Nilesh Pawar
(Professor,Department of Botany, The New College, Kolhapur)
"Plant intelligence"Department of Botany, Shivaji University, Kolhapur
11th Feb., 2021Dr AnujaBhalerao
MBBSMD
"Post covid challenged with special reference to womens health"Somalwars Nikalas Mahila Mahavidyalaya, Nagpur
6th Feb., 2021Dr. Nilima Rajurkar
Former HOD Chemistry &environmental Science division SBPPU, Pune
"Radiopharmaceuticals for health care"ME Societies Noworsjee Wadia College, Dept of Chemistry, Late V.K.Joag Path, Pune
30th Jan., 2021Dr. Sk. Musharaf Ali, Senior Scientist, Chemical Engineering Division,Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Mumbai "Laboratory Experiments using Computational Modeling” Department of Chemical Engineering, Finolex Academy of Management and Technology, Ratnagiri
30th Jan., 2021Vikrant M. Bhor, Scientist, Department of Molecular, Immunology & Microbiology, ICMR-NIRRH, Parel, Mumbai."A Peep into the World of the Mighty Microbiome"Department of Microbiology, Jai Hind College, Churchgate, Mumbai
23rd Jan., 2021Dr. Kinshuk Dasgupta, Senior Scientist, Materials Group, BARC, Mumbai 400085, Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Awardee 2020"Fascinating World of Carbon Nanomaterials”Department of Chemistry, Sophia College, Bhulabhai Desai Road, Mumbai 400 026
9th Jan., 2021Dr. Yogesh Kashyap, Scientific Officer, BARC, Mumbai "Advanced X-ray Imaging using Synchrotron Light Sources"Department of Physics, Rayat Shikshan Sanstha's, Karmaveer Bhaurao Patil College, Vashi, Navi Mumbai
7th Jan., 2021Dr. Vandana Patravale, Professor of Pharmaceutics, Institute of Chemical, Technology, Mumbai "Computational Pharmaceutics: Can It Help Understand Drug Targeting?"


Sunandan Divatia School of Science, SVKM’s NMIMS (Deemed-to-be) University, Vile Parle (W), Mumbai.
12th Dec., 2020Ms. Ankita Susan Mathew, Senior Associate, TekIP Knowledge Consulting Pvt. Ltd., C. V. Raman Nagar, Bengaluru - 560093 ""Types of IP and brief introduction to patenting process in India"

Dept. of Zoology & Dept. of Biosciences Union Christian College, ALUVA-683102
5th Dec., 2020Dr. Sanjeev Shukla, Dean R & D, Asst. Prof. DBT / Wellcome Trust Fellow,  Dept. of Biological Sciences, Indian Institute of Science Education & Research, Bhopal"Cellular response to Hypoxia: In devolvement and diseases"Dept. of Biotechnology, SIES College of Arts, Science & Commerce, Sion , Mumbai
28th Nov., 2020Prof. Sunitha C. Srinivas, Visiting Prof. Rhodes University, South Aftica"Strengthening the Collaborative & Multidisciplinary Approach to Implement the National Vector Borne Disease Control Programme"M.S. Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences, Bengaluru
28th Nov., 2020Dr. Subi George, JNSCAR, Bengaluru "Life beyond Molecules: A Dynamic World of Supramolecular Polymers"Guru Nanak Khalsa College, Mumbai
28th Nov., 2020Prof. Deepa Khushalani, TIFR, Mumbai"Nano materials for harnessing Solar energy "Maharshi Dayanand College, Mumbai
26th Nov., 2020Dr. Deepa Khushalani, Prof. in Materials Chemistry, Dept. of Chemical Sciences, (TIFR), Mumbai 400 005. "Nanomaterials for Harnessing Solar Energy"Department of Chemistry Maharshi Dayanand College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Parel, Mumbai-400 012
21st Nov., 2020Dr. Ratnakar Pillai, Merck NJ, USA"Role of Microbiology in Pharma Sterile Manufacturing"Kishinchand Chellaram College, Mumbai
21st Nov., 2020Dr. Devashish Rath, CRISPR Biology Group, Molecular Biology Division, BARC, Mumbai
"CRISPR: Ushering a Revolution in Genome and Metabolic- Engineering"
Link :https://youtu.be/qWPBYkAtmOw
Institute of Chemical Technology, Mumbai & TEQIP -3
23rd Oct., 2020Dr. Annamma Odaneth from Institute of Chemical Technology (Formerly UDCT)"Biorefinery of Seaweeds"Department of Microbiology at V.E.S. College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Mumbai
5th Oct., 2020Dr. Meera Venkatesh, Former, Head, Radiopharmaceuticals Division at BARC, Mumbai"Peaceful Applications of Radiation and Radioisotopes: Focus on Biotechnology Aspects"
Link: https://youtu.be/XoLCI7L9P3Q
School of Biotechnology and Bioinformatics. D. Y. Patil,Navi Mumbai
29th Sept., 2020Ms. Vijaya Chakravarty, Ecologist and Landscape Designer
"Nutrition in the Garden"
Link: https://youtu.be/jNCBq4nkpo4
St.Xaviers’College, Mumbai
24th Sept., 2020Dr. Neelam Shirsat, Former Senior Scientist, Cancer Research Inst. ACTREC, Tata Memorial Centre, Kharghar"Cancer Genomics translates basic research into clinical practice"St.Xaviers’College, Mumbai
12th Sept., 2020Dr. Anuj Tripathi (NABTD,BARC,
Mumbai)
"Porous bio materials in biomedical and biotechnological application"Department of Botany Ramnarain Ruia Autonomous College, Matunga (E), Mumbai.
10th Sept., 2020Mr. Alhad Apte, Ex-Chairman, NTRO, Prime Minister's Office. "Importance Of Quality Of Service In Networks"
Link: https://youtu.be/4565bqogqe4
K.J. Somaiya Institute of Engineering & Information Technology, Sion, Mumbai.
5th Sept., 2020Mr. Makarand Apte, Solidworks AI Development Director. "Diverse Applications of AI in core Engg."Pillai HOC College of Engineering and Technology, Rasayani
24th August, 2020Dr. G. P. Kothiyal, Former Head,
Glass and Advanced Ceramics division of BARC
"Glass in Every Walk of Life: A Versatile Functional &
Structural Material"
N.E.S Ratnam College of Arts, Sci. & Comm,
Bhandup,(W),Mumbai
5th August, 2020Prof. Suvarna Kulkarni, Dept. of Chemistry, IITB“Inside NMR Spectroscopy”SIES, Sion, Mumbai
10th July, 2020Prof. Deepa Venkitesh,
Dept. of Electrical Engg. IITM
“Introduction to optical coherent communication”K.J. Somaiya, Sion, Mumbai
February, 29th 2020Prof. Sanjay Wategaonkar, Senior Professor, Chemical Sciences, Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, Mumbai"Infrared Spectroscopy"Dept. of Chemistry, SIES College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Sion
February, 28th 2020Dr Prathiba Ranganathan, Professor, Centre for Human Genetics, Bangalore"Cancer genes: From biology to therapy"BMS College of Engineering and Biotechnology, Bengaluru
February, 18th 2020Dr. S. K. Sahu, Scientific Officer, Environmental Monitoring & Assessment Division, BARC Mumbai"Radioactivity in the Environment "SIES College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Nerul, Navi Mumbai
February, 17th 2020Dr. Sharda Sawant, Scientific Officer ‘F’, Officer-In-Charge, Electron Microscopy Facility Tata Memorial Centre, ACTREC, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai"Transmission Electron Microscopy For Applications in Biology"Karmaveer Bhaurao Patil College, Vashi, Navi Mumbai
February, 11th 2020Dr. Arvind Ingle, Scientific Officer ‘G’ and Officer-in-Charge of Laboratory Animal Facility, ACTREC, Navi Mumbai"Animals for Biomedical Research”SIES College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Sion, Mumbai
February, 5th 2020Mr. Kamlesh Mhashilkar, Head, Data and Analytics Practice, Analytics and Insights Unit, Tata Consultancy Services"Artificial Intelligence and Industry Applications"Vivekananda Education Society’s Institute of Technology, Chembur, Mumbai
February, 1st 2020Dr. Sangeeta, Senior Scientist, Physics Group,
BARC, Mumbai
"World of Sensors"Vivekanada Education Society’s College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Chembur
February, 1st 2020Dr. Sudhir Singh, Scientific Officer, Nuclear Agriculture & Biotechnology Division, BARC"Metabolic Engineering in Medicinal Plants"Ruia College, Matunga, Mumbai
January, 24th 2020Dr. (Smt.) Gouri Pandit, Adjunct Professor in Environmental Science and Engineering Department, IIT Bombay, Powai, Mumbai"Air Quality Assessment for Sustainable Environmental Management"Dept. of Chemistry, Kishinchand Chellaram College, Churchgate, Mumbai
January, 17th 2020Dr. Debjani Paul, Associate Professor, IITB, Biosciences and Bioengineering Dept. Mumbai"Microfluidic devices for Health care"Dept. of Microbiology, Kishinchand Chellaram College, Churchgate, Mumbai
December, 17th 2019R.P. Singh, Scientist, SASMIRA, Worli, Mumbai" Climate Smart Agro-textiles”PG Department of Textile Science & Apparel Design, SNDT Women's University, Juhu, Santacruz)W), Mumbai
December, 6th 2019Dr. Chitra Seetharam Misra
Scientific Officer
Gene Technology Section,
Molecular Biology Division, BARC
"Genome editing”School of Biotechnology & Bioinformatics Dr. D. Y. Patil University
Sector 15, Plot 50, CBD Belapur, Navi Mumbai
December 4th 2019Dr. Saji George, Distinguished Scientist and National Chair, Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology, Thiruvananthapuram and CEO, Bionest, Kakkanad, Cochin"Bench to Bedside, a pharmaceutical perspective"Bioscience Department, UC, College Aluva, Cochin
October, 12 th 2019Dr. Sharmistha Dutta Choudhury
Radiation & Photochemistry Division, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Mumbai
"Understanding Molecular Spectroscopy: From Fundamentals
to Applications”
Juhu Jagruti Hall, 1
st Floor, Mithibai College Building,
Vile Parle (W), Mumbai
October, 5 th 2019Ms. Kavita Dixit,
Senior Scientist, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre Safety Council,
BARC, Trombay
"Use of electron accelerators for everyday life”Fr. Rodriques Institute of Technology,
Sector 9A, Vashi, Navi Mumbai
September, 20 th 2019Dr. C. Subramaniam
Associate Professor, Department of Chemistry
Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, Mumbai 400076
"Nanotechnology: where small is exciting"Maharshi Dayanand College Parel, Mumbai
September, 14 th 2019Dr. A.K. Tyagi
Senior Scientist, Chemistry Division
Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Mumba
"Evolution of Materials and its Impact on Human Lives"
Khalsa College,
Matunga, Mumbai
September 3rd 2019Dr. Varsha Sridhar, Director and Co-founder, Molecular Solutions Care Health LLP, Bengaluru"Clinical and Translational Networks for Impactful Innovation"Indian Academy Degree College Autonomous, Bengaluru
August, 31st 2019Dr. Santoshi R Prabhu, MBBS, MD, DGO, FICOG
Senior Consultant Gynaecologist and Obstetrician
Bhabha Atomic Research Centre Hospital, Mumbai
"Awareness and Management of
Gynaecological Disorders"
Vivekanand Education Society’s
College of Arts, Science and Commerce
August 28th 2019Ms. Shreeja Nambiar, an Independent IT Consultant, Science Education Advisor"E-waste management"D. G. Ruparel College, Mumbai
August 26th 2019Dr. K. Prabakar, Scientific Officer (F) & Asst. Prof. in Physics (HBNI,Mumbai), Surface and Nanoscience Division, Materials Science Group (MSG), IGCAR,Kalpakkam,"How to weight a virus"Rajeswari Vedachalam Government Arts College, Chengalpattu
August, 13th 2019Dr. Rohini Karandikar, HBCSE, TIFR "Developing Scientific temper- busting Superstitions"Jawaharlal Nehru College of Arts, Commerce, Science, Wadi, Nagpur
August, 13th 2019Dr. Manoj
Mahimkar, ACTREC,Tata Memorial Centre,
Kharghar, Navi Mumbai
"Genomic Landscapes of Tumors"Dept. of Biotechnology, St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai
August, 3 rd 2019Dr. Shobhona Sharma, INSA, Honorary Scientist, Institute of Technology, Mumbai, & Former, Chairperson, Division of Biological Sciences, TIFR, Mumbai“ Man, mosquito and malarial parasite: Who is ahead?"Jai Hind
College, Churchgate, Mumbai
July, 27 th 2019Mr. Mahesh Kshirsagar,
Tata Consultancy Services
"AI - What future holds for India?"VES Inst of Technology, Chembur
July, 20 th 2019Dr.
Radha Jayaram, Inst. Of Chemical Technology
“ Role of Catalysis in the ‘Green Chemistry’Sophia College for Women, Mumbai
July 19th 2019Mr. C. S. Pradeep Kumar, CEO, Biostarts Ventures, Kolkatta, Sustainability Advisor & Indian Partner, BIOSFERA FOUNDATION"Plant Biotechnology for Sustainable Environmental Management and Bioengineering Solutions"U.C. College, Aluva, Cochin
July, 13 th 2019Dr. M. V. Kamath,
Reliance Life Sciences
“Overview of Plasma Fractionation”KBP College.
June, 21st 2019Dr. P. Vineetha, Head, Pedeatrics, DAE Hospitals, Kalpakkam"Developmental changes during adolescence"Govt. Adi Dravida Welfare High School at Nerumbur and Govt. Higher Secondary School at Pandur near Kalpakkam
June, 7th 2019Mr. Jagdish Chaudhari, Lead Special Initiatives, Tata Consultancy Services"Affordable Agriculture"IWSA HQ, Vashi, Navi Mumbai
April, 16 th 2019Dr. Nandita Madhavan, Associate Professor, Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of
Technology, Bombay
“Chromatography and Its Applications”SIES College, Sion, Mumbai
March, 28 th 2019Dr. R. K. Vatsa, Senior Scientist, Chemistry Division, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre“Mass spectrometry: Fundamentals,
Instrumentation and Structure Determination”
Guru Nanak Khalsa College of Arts, Science
and Commerce, Matunga, Mumbai
February, 28 th 2019Dr. Bakhtaver Mahajan, Trustee, IWSA Board of Trustees“Research
Methodology”
SIES College, Nerul, Navi Mumbai
February, 20 th 2019Dr. Bobby George, Vice President & Head, Regulatory Affairs, Reliance Life Sciences Pvt.
Ltd. (RLS)
“Regulatory requirements and inherent risks &
challenges in developing Biologicals”
SIES College, Sion, Mumbai
February, 11 th 2019Dr. Nafisa Balasinor, Sr. Dy. Director, from ICMR-National Institute for Research in
Reproductive Health
Gene ImprintingSt. Xavier’s College, Mumbai
February, 5 th 2019Dr.Sanjay Gupta, Senior Scientist from Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research and
Education in Cancer
EpigeneticsSIES College, Sion
December, 12 th 2018Dr. Chandra Viswanathan,
Consultant, Reelabs, Pvt. Ltd, Mumbai
Stem Cell Medicine – It’s going to work Ramnarain Ruia College, Mumbai
August 11, 20181. "Overview of Laser Based instrumentation and special properties of Lasers "

2. "Photodetectors and optics for laser based instrumentation"

3. "Laser Based instruments for surface roughness measurement, flow visualization, and interferometric measurement"
1. Shri. A. S. Rawat

2. Shri. Nitin O. Kawade

3.Shri. A. S. Rawat

Laser & Plasma Technology Division, BARC, Mumbai
Karmaveer Bhaurao Patil College, Vashi, Navi Mumbai
August 11, 2018"Food Adulteration and Detection "Dr. Ajit Datar [Advisor, Shimadzu Analytical India Pvt. Ltd.]Ground Floor Hall, Sophia College for Women Bhulabhai Desai Road, Mumbai 400 026
August 8, 20181. Inside NMR Spectroscopy"

2."Role of Metalloezymes in Disease"
1.Prof. Suvarn Kulkarni
Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, Powai, Mumbai - 400 076

2. Prof. Ruchi Anand
Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, Powai, Mumbai - 400 076
Seminar Hall, Ground Floor, Guru Nanak Khalsa College of Arts, Science and Commerce,
Matunga, Mumbai-400 019
July 14, 20181." CRISPR – CAS Gene Editing: Biomedical Applications"

2."Clinical Application of Stem Cell Therapy"

3."Porous Biomaterials for Biomedical and Bioengineering Applications"

4."Genetics of Hematological Disorders and its Treatment"

1. Dr. Devashish Rath (MBD, BARC, Mumbai)

2.Dr. Prathibha Shetty (Reliance Life Sciences, Mumbai.)

3.Dr. Anuj Tripathi (NABTD, BARC, Mumbai)

4.Dr. Anita Nadkarni Dy. Director, National Institute of Immunohematology (ICMR), Parel, Mumbai)
Assembly Hall, First Floor, XIMR St. Xavier’s College (Autonomous), 5 - Mahapalika Marg, Mumbai – 400001.
July 13, 2018"Rainwater Conservation: Case Studies"Mr Ulhas Paranjpe Trustee, Jalvardhini Prathishthan, MumbaiGround floor Seminar Hall. Bharati Vidyapeeth College of Architecture CBD, Sector 7, Belpada Complex, Opp. Kharghar Railway Station-400614.
June 15, 2018"SCULPTING LIGHT"Dr. Ajith Kumar Light Logics, TrivandrumPhysics Department, Ramnarain Ruia College
May 15, 2018“Life in the Universe”Dr. Sujata Deshpande Asst. Professor, Dept. of Zoology St. Xavier’s College, MumbaiIWSA’s ICICI Multipurpose Hall, Sector 10A, adjacent to Balaji Temple,Vashi, Navi Mumbai 400703
May 9, 2018“Introduction to Machine Learning for Biologists”Konrad Forstner, PhD Head, Core Unit Systems Medicine Institute for Molecular & Infectious Biology Wurzburg, GermanySeminar Hall (6th Floor), Mukesh Patel School of Technology Management & Engineering Bhakti Vedant Swami Marg,Near Cooper Hospital, JVPD Scheme,Vile Parle (West), Mumbai.
April 7, 2018"Coastal Zone of India and its Management”



“Environmental Modeling: A Tool for Environmental Impact Assessment”
Dr. Mahesh Zingde (An independent environmental consultant to industries and a NABET accredited EIA Coordinator)

Dr. Faby Sunny (Senior Scientific Officer, BARC, Mumbai)
SIES Indian Institute of Environment Management (Sector V, Nerul, Navi Mumbai – 400706)
March 17, 20181. “Introduction to Glass and Glass-Ceramics – a Special Category of Technological Materials"

2.Radioanalytical Methods
1. Dr. Madhumita Goswami Glass & Advanced Materials Division Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Mumbai

2. Dr. A.V.R. Reddy Formerly Head, Analytical Chemistry Division, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Mumbai
Seminar Hall, Ground Floor Guru Nanak Khalsa College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Matunga, Mumbai-400 019
March 6, 2018“Particle Accelerators: Rise of the Machines”Dr. Srinivas Krishnagopal, BARC, MumbaiK. J. Somaiya College of Science and Commerce, Vidyavihar, Mumbai 400 077
March 5, 2018“Adult Neurogenesis and its Relevance in Basic and Clinical Neurobiology”Dr. Bhaskar Saha, St. Xaviers’ College, MumbaiWilson College auditorium, Chowpatty Seaface Road, Mumbai – 400 007
Feb.,24, 2018"CRISPR: A revolutionary tool for biomedical and biotechnology applications "

"Advanced Magnetic Materials: Basic Properties and Practical Applications”
1) Dr. Devashish Rath Senior Scientist, BARC, Mumbai


2)Dr. S. M. Yusuf, FASc, FNASc, FMASc Head, Solid State Physics Division, BARC, Mumbai
Lecture Room G-12 (Ground Floor) Ramnarain Ruia College, Lakhamsi Napoo Rd, Matunga C. Rly., Mumbai
Feb.,19, 2018“Nanocatalytic Solutions for Climate Change ”




"Towards in vivo Cancer Therapy through Nanohybrids"
1) Dr. Vivek Polshettiwar Nanocatalysis Laboratory, Department of Chemical Sciences, Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, Mumbai

2) Dr. Dhirendra Bahadur Department of Metallurgical Engineering and Materials Science Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, Mumbai
Juhu Jagruti Hall, 1st Floor, Mithibai College Building, V. L. Mehta Road, Vile Parle (W), Mumbai – 400056
Feb.,16, 2018“Renewable Carbon Engineering: Role of Chemical and Biological Sciences”Prof. Arvind M. Lali Professor of Chemical Engineering, Head, DBT-ICT Centre for Energy BiosciencesSCAVI Auditorium, 2 nd Floor, St Xaviers College, 5-Mahapalika Marg, Fort, Mumbai – 400 001
Feb.,14, 2018"Gene Therapy and Genome Editing”Dr. Rita Mulherkar Former Professor & Principal Investigator, Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research and Education in Cancer Kharghar, Navi MumbaiMultimedia Room, Ground Floor SIES College, Sion (W), Mumbai
Feb.,10, 2018“Radiation for food security and safety”Dr. Archana Joshi, Saha Nuclear Agriculture & Biotechnology Division BARC, MumbaiSeminar Hall, 4th floor, Kishinchand Chellaram College, 124, Din Shaw Wachha Road, Churchgate, Mumbai
Feb., 3, 2018Dr. Sharmila Banarjee Head, Radiation Medicine Centre, BARC, Mumbai“Nuclear Medicine in Human Healthcare”Sophia College for Women, Bhulabhai Desai Road, Mumbai
Feb., 1, 2018Dr. Kakoli Bose Principal Investigator, Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research and Education in Cancer Kharghar, Navi Mumbai"NMR Spectroscopy: An Overview "Multimedia Room, Ground Floor SIES College, Sion (W), Mumbai
Jan.,24, 2018Prof. Kavi Arya, IIT-Bombay, Powai, Mumbai"Who took my Job and what can I do about it? "Somaiya College, Vidyavihar, Mumbai
Jan.,10, 2018Dr. Aparna Bhanushali Research Scientist & Sr. Manager R & D, SRL Limited, Goregaon, Mumbai"Molecular Diagnostics"Karmaveer Bhaurao Patil College, Vashi, Navi Mumbai
Dec.,13, 2017"Human Genome Project:Applications in medicine"Dr Rita Mulherkhar, Former Senior, Scientist, ACTRECRamnarain Ruia College, Matunga, Mumbai.
Dec.,12, 2017"Understanding the Molecular mechanisms of cancer prevention by dietary phytochemicals - Experimental models to clinical trials"Dr Girish Maru, Honarary Consultant, (ACTREC)Padmashree, DY Patil Univ Dept of Biotechnology, CBD, Belapur
Dec., 8, 2017"Is water the coal for future"Dr Shyamala Bharadwaj, IWSA, SecretarySophia College for Women, Bhulabhai Desai Road, Mumbai
Dec., 2, 2017"Secondary metabolites and metabolic engineering of medicinal plants"Dr Sudhir Singh, NABTD, BARC, MumbaiVES college, Chembur, Mumbai
July 28, 2017"Analytical Instruments Touching your life"Dr G Ramakrishnan, President Chromatographic Society of IndiaSophia College for Women, Bhulabhai Desai Road, Mumbai
June 10, 2017"Where From Do Innovative Ideas Come? "Ms. Nidhi Pant Co-Founder of Science for Society Pvt. Ltd. Winner of Best Sustainable Startup Award at Food+City 2017 at University of Texas Austin – International Supply Chain ChallengeKarmaveer Bhaurao Patil College, Vashi, Navi Mumbai

2016 to 2017

DateTopicSpeakerConducted At
20 th February, 2016Dr. Dimple Dutta
Scientific Officer (F)
Chemistry Division, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Mumbai 400 085
“Crystal Field Theory”Multimedia Hall (Ground Floor), SIES College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Sion West, Mumbai – 400022.
23 rd February, 2016Dr. Surekha Zingde
Vice President, IWSA
Ex. Dy. Director, ACTREC, Navi Mumbai
“Proteomics Today”VESASC Auditorium Sindhi Society. Chembur (E) Mumbai - 400 071
9 th March, 2016Dr. P. K. Gupta Associate Director,Laser Biomedical Applications and Instrumentation Division Raja Ramanna Centre for Advanced Technology, Indore 452013, India.“Photonics for Health Care Applications”Virtual Classroom, School of Ayurveda, D Y Patil University, Sector 7, Nerul, Navi Mumbai- 400706
13 th March, 2016Dr. Snehal Deshpande
Director, SNEH-RERC, Mumbai
“Wellness for Women”IWSA- ICICI Multipurpose Hall, Sector 10 A, Plot 20, Vashi, Navi Mumbai
28 th April, 2016Rev. Pravrajika Atandraprana, Asst. Secretary, Sir Sarada Math and Ramkrishna Sarada Mission,Kolkata“Swami Vivekananda and the Tatas- A blessed combination"IWSA- ICICI Multipurpose Hall, Sector 10 A, Plot 20, Vashi, Navi Mumbai
10 th May, 2016Dr. Dhanya Suresh, Radiation and Photochemistry Division, BARC“Light based technologies – for existence and exploration”Pirozhja Bhavan Kalina, University of Mumbai
10 th May, 2016Ms. Sally Panicker, Desalination Division, BARC“Environment – Friendly Adaptation of Water Treatment Technologies suitable for rural and coastal areas"Firozshah Mehta Bhavan, Virtual Class Room, University of Mumbai, Kalina
10 th May, 2016Dr.Shyamala Bharadwaj, IWSA”Hydrogen technology for Meeting the Future Energy Demands”Firozshah Mehta Bhavan, Virtual Class Room, University of Mumbai, Kalina
10 th May, 2016Dr.Susan Eapen, Trustee, IWSA"Agricultural Biotechnology: For Food, Feed and Environmental Security"Firozshah Mehta Bhavan, Virtual Class Room, University of Mumbai, Kalina
18 th June, 2016Dr. Dimple Dutta, Senior Scientist, Chemistry Division, BARC, Mumbai.“Molecular Symmetry and Point Groups”.Ground Floor Hall, SIES College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Sion, Mumbai.
19 th June, 2016Mrs. Sucharita Chatterjee & Team BARC Yoga CircleSpecial Yogasanes benefecial for health of womenICICI Multi-Purpose Hall, IWSA Complex, Plot 20, Sector 10A, Vashi, Navi Mumbai
25 th July, 2016Dr. Bakhtaver S. Mahajan Secretary, IWSA Board of Trustees, IWSA, Vashi, Navi Mumbai“Ethics in Scientific Research "Multimedia Room, Ground Floor SIES College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Sion West, Mumbai – 400022.
28 th July, 2016Prof. Rupa Agarwal National Institute of Fashion Technology Kharghar, Navi Mumbai“Designerly ways of doing research”Conclave, 3rd Floor Dr.K.M.Vasudevan Pillai Campus New Panvel
16 th Sept.,, 2016Dr. Prathibha Shetty,Pincipal Scientist,Reliance Life Sciences."Stem Cells: "Basics and their role in regeneration medicine applications."K. J. Somiya College of Science and Commerce,Vidyavihar, Mumbai - 400077
17 th Sept., 20161. “Skin donation”- Dr. Vinita Puri, Dept. of Plastic, constructive Surgery and Burns, Seth G. S. Medical College and KEM Hospital, Mumbai

2. “Organ/cadaver donation: All you need to know” -Dr. Kailash Jawade, Dept.of Surgery, D.Y. Patil College, Navi Mumbai
"Organ/cadaver donation: all you need to know"IWSA- ICICI Multipurpose Hall,
Sector 10 A, Plot 20, Vashi, Navi Mumbai
27 th Sept., 2016Mr. Prasad Kolte Chief Operating Officer MahaOnline Ltd"DIGITAL INDIA "Karmaveer Bhaurao Patil College, Vashi, Navi Mumbai
30 th Sept., 2016Dr. Chitra Seetharam Misra
Scientific Officer, Molecular Biology Division
CRISPR:
“A bacterial adaptive immune system and its applications”
Mini Auditorium, 9th FloorSchool of Bitechnology & Bioinformatics Padmashree Dr. D. Y. Patil University
4 th Oct., 2016Dr. Sanjeev Waghmare Principal Investigator, Cancer Research Institute, ACTREC Tata Memorial Centre, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai 410210"Stem cells: current knowledge and promises for regenerative medicine"Mini Auditorium, 9th Floor School of Biotechnology & Bioinformatics D. Y. Patil University CBD Belapur, Navi Mumbai
28 th Nov., 2016Dr Rita Mulherkhar, Former Senior Scientist, ACTREC, Navi Mumbai"Gene Therapy:A new modality of treatment"Multi media room, St Xavier's college, Fort Mumbai.
6 th Dec.,2016Dr. Arvind Lali, DBT-ICT Centre for Energy Biosciences Institute of Chemical Sciences, Matunga, Mumbai" Biofuels and Beyond: For Green chemistry and Biology"Ramnarain Ruia College, Matunga, Mumbai.

2014 to 2015

DateTopicSpeakerConducted At
18 th Jan , 2014Mrs. Sylvia SequeraSeminar on Perspectives in GemmologyIWSA, Vashi, Navi Mumbai
18 th Jan., 2014Dr. M.D. Sastry Seminar on Perspectives in GemmologyIWSA, Vashi, Navi Mumbai
18 th Jan., 2014Mr. K.T. RamachandranSeminar on Perspectives in GemmologyIWSA, Vashi, Navi Mumbai
7 th March, 2014Dr. P. R. Chaudhari, (ACTREC), Tata Memorial Centre, Navi Mumbai.Seminar on DOGS and Biomedical ResearchIWSA, Vashi, Navi Mumbai
24 th March, 2014Dr. Arvind Gupta, IUCAA, Pune Science Through ActivityP.C.Ray Hall, Chemistry Department, Pune University
24 th March, 2014Dr. Nayana Nimkar, CACWellnessP.C.Ray Hall, Chemistry Department, Pune University
12 th May, 2014Shri. P. Sudhakar
CMD, ECIL
NIRBHAYASarabhai Auditorium, IGCAR, Kalpakkam
10 th July, 2014Dr. S. Kailas, Former Director, Physics Group, BARC, MumbaiAtomic Energy in National DevelopmentRajiv Gandhi College of Arts, Commerce and Science, Vashi, Navi Mumbai
17 th July, 20141) Dhirendra Bahadur, IIT (B)

2) Dr. Shyamala Bharadwaj (BARC)
1) Nanomaterials

2) Hydrogen energy
SIES College of Arts, Science, and Commerce, Sion West, Mumbai
18 th July, 2014Dr. S. Kamlavathi
CMPD, IGCAR
One hundred years of Xray DiffractionCDO Lecture Hall
IGCAR, Kalpakkam
1 st August, 2014Dr. Abhijit De
Scientific Officer ‘F’ Molecular Functional Imaging Lab, ACTREC, Tata Memorial Centre Kharghar
Molecular Imaging in Cancer – contributions to human healthDepartment of Biotechnology
Graduate School of Technology SIES College, Nerul, Navi Mumbai
22 nd August, 2014Smt. J. Sangeetha
CMPD, IGCAR
Functionalisation of Nano particles, their characterisation and applicationsWSCD Conference Room, IGCAR, Kalpakkam
27 th August, 20141)Mr Mustansir Bhori
Dept of Biotechnology and Bioinformatics

2) Dr. Prathibha Shetty
Regenerative Medicine Group, Reliance Life Sciences Pvt. Ltd
1) Stem Cell Biology-an overview

2) Clinical Applications of Stem Cell Therapy
Puspanjali Auditorium
First Floor, D.Y Patil Hospital, Nerul, Navi Mumbai-400706
14th November, 2014, Dr. A. P. Jayaraman, Senior Nuclear Scientist and former Head of Media Relations, BARC, Mumbai."Developing Sci-thinking Skills for 21st century"St. Mary's Junior College, Vashi, Navi Mumbai
19th Nov. , 2014, Dr. G. Sridhar
Laser & Plasma Tech
Director, BARC, Mumbai
"Journey into the world of Lasers".Department of Physics
Ramnarain Ruia College, Matunga, Mumbai 
29 th Nov., 2014Smt. Jemimah Ebenezer, Engineer i n Charge , Wireless Sensor Network Lab, IGCAR, Kalpakkam“Role of Wireless Sensor Networks in Nuclear Facilities”.CDO Lecture Hall, IGCAR, Kalpakkam
11 th December, 20141) Dr. Mahesh Zingde, Advisor, Essar Group

2) Dr. Srirupa Mukherjee
Tresurer, IWSA
1)Oceans, their Novelties and We

2)Towards a Clean Environment:Methodology for Disposal of Waste Thermocole
Department of Chemistry
AV Hall, Second floor, Anderson Annexe, Sophia College Campus, Mumbai
27 th January, 20151) H. Seetha, Scientific Officer, IGCAR

2) Dr. Kalavathi, member
IWSA-Kalpakkam branch
Science of radiation, safety measures and basics of nuclear reactors

Science quiz on the above topics
Tamil medium school children from neighbourhood IGCAR, Kalpakkam
3 rd February, 2015Dr. Manoj Mahimkar
Scientific Officer’F’
Cancer Research Institute
Understanding the Genome:
A Molecular Cytogenetic approach
Dept of Biotechnology
SIES College of Arts, Science
and Commerce,
Sion West, Mumbai – 400022.
3 rd February, 2015Dr. Anant Krishnan
Raja Ramanna Fellow
Dept. of Electronic Science, SPPU and
Former Director, NCRA
New Astronomy Facilities-Efforts in IndiaPune Branch
18 th February, 2015Dr. Srikumar Banerjee
Homi Bhabha Chair Professor
Former Chairman AEC & Secretary DAE BARC, Anushakti Nagar, Mumbai
Science and Inclusive GrowthDept of Physics
University of Mumbai
Kalina Campus, Vidyanagari,
Santacruz E, Mumbai 400098
24 th Feb 2015Dr. Manoj Mahimkar from Radiological Safety Division, EIRSG, Kalpakkam“Simulation of radiation monitors for internal exposure measurement and numerical phantoms for the estimation of their efficiency values”RCL Conference Room, 1 st floor, RCL, IGCAR
26 th Feb 20151)Mr Mustansir Bhori
Dept of Biotechnology and Bioinformatics
2)Dr Prathibha Shetty
Regenerative Medicine Group,
Reliance Life Sciences Pvt. Ltd
1)Stem Cell Biology-an overview
2)Clinical Applications of Stem Cell Therapy
Department of Biotechnology
Vivekanand Education Society's College of Arts, Science and Commerce,
Sindhi Society, Chembur, Mumbai
3 rd March, 2015Dr. Pramod Kale
Director, ICIT
Dept. of Electronic Science, SPPU andFormer Director, Space Application Centre, Ahmedabad
Mission MangalyanModern College, Ganeshkhind, Pune
13 th March, 2015Dr Rupali Walia of DBT - ICT Centre for Energy Biosciences, Matunga, Mumbai Mumbai" Engineering Microbes For Biofuels and Biochemicals : The adventures of a synthetic biologist"Dept of Biotechnology
Graduate School of Technology
SIES College Plot 1-C,D,E Sec 5 Nerul, Navi Mumbai-400706
19 th September, 20151)Dr. R. K. Vatsa, Chemistry Division, BARC
2)Dr. S. Dhanya of Radiation and Photochemistry Division, BARC
1)“Light and its Interaction with Matter”
2)“Light: A Source of Ever-growing Applications and Enlightenment”
Ramnarain Ruia College, Matunga, Mumbai.
18 th October, 2015Dr. A. P. Jayaraman, former Senior Scientist, Department of Atomic Energy“Science 2015 and Opportunities in the next decade”Sophia College for Women, Bhulabhai Desai Road, Mumbai
5 th December, 20151) Dr. R. K. Vatsa, Chemistry Division, BARC
2)Dr. Sharmistha Dutta Choudhury, Radiation and Photochemistry Division, BARC
1)“Light Matter interaction: Fundamentals and Applications”

2)“Magic of Light”
Sophia College for Women, Bhulabhai Desai Road, Mumbai

2012 to 2013

DateTopicSpeakerConducted At
4 th January,2012“How chemistry and analytical techniques touch your life”Dr. G. Ramakrishnan
President, Chromatographic Society of India
SIES College
Sion, Mumbai
6 th January,2012 “Nobel Peace Prize in Physiology and Medicene: an overview”Dr. Shubhada Chiplunkar, ACTREC, KhargharSophia College for Women, Mumbai
6 th January,2012“Icons of peace in a conflict ridden world – Nobel Peace Prize Winners”Dr. M. T. Joseph Director, Inst. of Indian Culture, Andheri, MumbaiSophia College for Women, Mumbai
12th January, 2012“Myelofibrosis: New Therapies for an old disease”Dr. Smita ShivramanOncology Medical Science Liaison (MSL) for Incyte Corporation, Chicago, USAK.B. Patil College, Vashi
30 th January,2012“Immobilized enzymes and microbial cells for bioprocess development and as biosensors”Dr. S. F. D’Souza
Associate Director, BMG, BARC
SIES College
Sion, Mumbai
30 th January,2012“Plant Biotechnology: Engineering plants for remediation of metal and organic pollutants”Dr. Susan Eapen President, IWSASIES College, Sion, Mumbai
1 st February, 2012“Nobel Prizes in Chemistry”Dr. Radha Jayaraman, Chemistry Dept., ICT, MumbaiSophia College for Women, Mumbai
25th February,2012“Flagillins – the cellular movers and sensors”Dr. Jacinta D’Souza
UM - DAE Centre for Excellence
Ramnarain Ruia College
Matunga, Mumbai
25th February,2012Transgenic plants for Environmental security.Dr. Susan Eapen President, IWSARamnarain Ruia College
Matunga, Mumbai
16 th August, 2012Gene therapy – novel modalities for cancer treatmentDr. Rita Mulherkar ACTREC, KhargharPadmashri D Y Patil Medical College
Nerul East, Navi Mumbai
1 st September, 2102“DNA markers”Dr. Rita Mukhopadhyaya
BARC, Mumbai
Sophia College for Women, Mumbai
1 st September, 2102“Sonochemistry”Dr. Dimple Dutta
BARC, Mumbai
Sophiya College for Women, Mumbai
8 th September, 2102“Radiation Technology in Food and Agriculture”Dr. S. F. D’Souza
Associate Director, BMG, BARC
Ramnarain Ruia College
Matunga, Mumbai
16 th September, 2012Tailoring enzymes and cells for applications in Biotechnology.Dr. J. S. Melo
BARC, Mumbai
SIES Graduate School of Technology, Nerul East, Navi Mumbai
25 th November, 2012“Sonochemistry: an overview”Dr. Dimple Dutta
BARC, Mumbai
SIES College
Sion, Mumbai
1 st December, 2012“From Junk to Dark Matter :story of repeated bases in human genome”Dr. Rita Mukhopadhyaya
BARC, Mumbai
Wilson College, Chowpathy
Mumbai
15 th December, 2012“Microbial proesses affecting uranium bioremediation”Dr. Celine Acharya
BARC, Mumbai
Somiya College, Vidyavihar, Mumbai
15 th December, 2012“Increasing agricultural productivity using radiation”Dr. S. F. D’Souza
Associate Director, BMG, BARC
Somiya College, Vidyavihar
Mumbai
24 th January, 2013“Plants for removing pollutants from soil and solutions”Dr. Susan Eapen President, IWSAV E S College, Chembur, Mumbai
24 th January, 2013“Applications of radiation in Agriculture: Science meets society”Dr. S. F. D’Souza
Associate Director, BMG, BARC
V E S College, Chembur, Mumbai
28 th February, 2013“Ethics in Science and Technology”Dr. Bakhtavar Mahajan
IWSA Trustee
IWSA, Vashi, Navi Mumbai
9 th March, 2013“Nisarguna Experience”Dr. Sharad Kale
BARC, Mumbai
IWSA, Vashi, Navi Mumbai
9 th March, 2013“Biogas Project”Dr. Jyothi Mhapsekar
Stree Mukti Sangatana
IWSA, Vashi, Navi Mumbai
14 th Sept., 2013Dr Maria Borges, Chief Quality Officer,SRL- Limited, MumbaiLaboratory Medicine: Applied Biomedical Science and QualityKarmveer Bhahu Rao Patil College, Vashi

2011 to 2008

DateTopicSpeakerConducted At
19 th Sept., 2008 *“A Journey towards Understanding Natural Phenomena”.Archana Bhattacharya
F.N.A.Sc., Director, Indian Institute of Geo-magnetism, Panvel
IWSA, Vashi, Navi Mumbai
19 th Dec., 2008 “Malaria parasite wars: How "WE" host them!”Shobhana Sharma
Dept. of Biological Sciences, TIFR, Mumbai.
IWSA, Vashi, Navi Mumbai
17 th Feb. 2009Students’ discussion on 150 years of the Theory of Evolution involving book reviews etc. on Darwin and his worksIWSA, Vashi, Navi Mumbai
29 th August, 2009Bhabha Day (Essay competition with students) IWSA, Vashi, NAvi Mumbai
19 th Sept., 2009 “Radioisotopes – friends in need and not foes”Prof. Meera Venkatesh
Head, Radiopharmaceuticals Division, BARC, and Professor, Homi Bhabha National Institute, Mumbai.
K.B. Patil College, Vashi
14 th Dec., 2009:“Biotechnology – Therapy to Wonderland”Dr. Neelima Joshi
I.C.L.E College, Vashi
7 th March, 2010Panel Discussion (IWSA) –Women’s Day Celebration Panelists: Dr. Sindhu Joshi, a retired Scientist CRI and a founder member, IWSA, Ms. Padma Ranji, HD, medical services section of BARC hospital, Dr. S. Kulkarni and Prof S. Venkateshwarlu.IWSA, Vashi, Navi Mumbai
17 th July, 2010Book released: "Natural Dyes for Textiles and their Eco-friendly Applications" Release by T. Mukherjee, BARCNiyati Bhattacharya, Trustee, IWSA IWSA, Vashi, Navi Mumbai
30 th October, 2010Programme on “Atom for peace” with inputs from INCAS IWSA, Vashi, Navi Mumbai
1 st March, 20111) “Emerging Trends in Forensic Science with Special Emphasis on National level cases solved"

2)“A lady physicist a century ago: Hedwig Kohn 1887 - 1964”
Celebration of Women’s Day

Brenda P. Winnewisser, Ohio State University, U.S.A.

Dr. Rukmani Kishnamurthy
Former Director, Forensic Science Laboratory, State of Maharashtra.
Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education, Mumbai
12 th March, 2011Women’s Day Celebration with IWSA Hostelites

Dr. S. Padhye, Founder Member and Trustee, IWSA
IWSA, Vashi, Navi Mumbai
8 th June, 2011“Developments in the field of Chemistry”Dr. Martha Greenblatt
Dept. of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Rutgers University, New Jersey, USA.
Training School Hostel, BARC
25 th June, 2011“Heritage Trees of Maharashtra”Celebrating Forests Day

Dr. M.R. Almeida
Former Professor, St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai
IWSA, Vashi, Navi Mumbai
23 th July, 2011“Free Radicals, Antioxidants and Radioprotectors”Dr. K. Indira Priyadarsini
Radiation & Photochemistry Division, B.A.R.C., Trombay, Mumbai.
K.B. Patil College, Vashi