Date: July 31, 2026
Time: 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Platform: Online (Zoom)
Organized by: Department of Physics, Faculty of Engineering and Technology, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Ramapuram.
Dr.N.Balamurugan, HOD/Physics
Convenors:
• Dr. M. Prabu, Assistant Professor, Department of Physics
• Dr. R. S. Priyadharshini, Assistant Professor, Department of Physics
The Department of Physics, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Ramapuram, successfully organized a National Symposium on “Engineering Three-Dimensional Porous Transition Metal Nitride, Carbide, and Carbonitride Electrodes for Electrochemical Energy Storage” on 31 July 2026 through the Zoom platform. The symposium focused on recent advances in three-dimensional porous electrode materials and their applications in next-generation electrochemical energy storage systems. The event brought together academicians, scientists, research scholars, faculty members, and students to exchange knowledge and discuss emerging research trends in sustainable energy technologies.
Inaugural Session – 9:30 AM
The programme commenced with a warm Welcome Address delivered by Dr. R. S. Priyadharshini, Assistant Professor, Department of Physics, who welcomed the distinguished resource person, faculty members, research scholars, students, and participants from various institutions. She highlighted the importance of advanced functional electrode materials in addressing the growing global demand for sustainable and efficient energy storage technologies.
Following the welcome address, Dr. M. Prabu, Assistant Professor, Department of Physics, introduced the Resource Person, Dr. R. Ananthakumar, Scientist, Central Institute of Petrochemicals Engineering and Technology (CIPET), Chennai – 35. He briefed the audience on the speaker’s academic achievements, research contributions, and expertise in advanced materials for electrochemical energy storage.
Technical Session
Dr. R. Ananthakumar delivered an insightful lecture on:
“Engineering Three-Dimensional Porous Transition Metal Nitride, Carbide, and Carbonitride Electrodes for Electrochemical Energy Storage.”
The presentation provided an in-depth understanding of advanced porous electrode materials and their critical role in developing high-performance batteries and supercapacitors. The session emphasized innovative material design strategies that improve electrochemical performance and contribute to sustainable energy storage solutions.
