What Kind of Physicist You Want to Be?

The natural science of physics involves the study of matter and its motion through spacetime, as well as the exploration of related concepts such as energy and force. Generally speaking, physics focuses on understanding the behavior of the universe through a general analysis of nature. Physics also makes significant contributions through advances in new technologies that arise from theoretical breakthroughs.

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Chennai Mathematical Institute

Located in a five-acre campus in Siruseri, Chennai, the Chennai Mathematical Institute (CMI) was founded in 1989. Granted the status of a university in 2006, the CMI offers undergraduate as well as postgraduate programs in physics, mathematics, and computer science. Its key strength though us in high-end research in mathematics.

The Farm Sector Takes on a Sheen

The Information Technology sector has enjoyed and continues to enjoy an exclusive place of importance in the job market. But such exclusivity is beginning to give way to other sectors, one of which is farming. Those who qualified in farming were often considered not the most important part of the workforce. Things have changed so rapidly that today jobseekers with a degree in the agricultural sciences are much sought after. The demand for farm science graduates and postgraduates has been growing steadily in the past 3 to 4 years.

Dalai Lama Inaugurates Centre for Tibetan Studies at IGNOU

Tibetan political leader, the Dalai Lama recently inaugurated the Centre for Tibetan Studies at the Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), Delhi. At the function that followed, the university honored him with the degree of doctor of letters (Honoris Causa).

Madras Crocodile Bank—35th Year Celebrations

To encourage new researchers and long-term projects in Herpetology (the study of reptiles and amphibians), the Madras Crocodile Bank has announced an annual grant of Rs. 25 lakhs as a part of its 35th year celebrations. Celebrations will include special feeding demonstrations for visitors, who can also interact with staff members to learn more about the life cycle and history of the reptile.

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