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Jupiter may be the best planet for amateur astronomers to observe; viewers with small telescopes will be able to identify its bright moons, and its disk shows more illuminated surface area than all the other planets combined. A gauge at Saturn showing was also mesmerizing.

10” Dobsonian telescope with the principle parabolic mirror with a focal length of 1250 mm in combination with eyepieces bearing focal lengths 50 mm, 35 mm, 9 mm offering magnifications 25X, 36X, and 139X respectively offered a clear gaze at the moon's surface, its craters, Jupiter with its four moons and Saturn. The biggest planet in our Solar System is the gas giant Jupiter. This planet is so big that it would take around 1,300 Earths just to fill its volume! Jupiter has more than 11 times the diameter of Earth. Some scientists estimated that Jupiter were more than 70 times more massive. A photograph and a video depict the composite image of Jupiter and its 4 Galilean moons (From left to right the moons are Io, Europa, Ganymede and Callisto). All the assembled teachers and students enjoyed the gazing.

Guest Lecture on  “Queen of Flat Land of Crystals: Graphene”

On 28.09.2022 the Birth Centenary of Prof. D.P. Khandelwal, was celebrated at Shri Shivaji Education Society Amravati’s Science College, Congress Nagar, Nagpur, in collaboration with the Indian Association of Physics Teachers. On this occasion a Guest lecture on Queen of Flat Land of Crystals: Graphene was organized.

Dr Abha Khandelwal paid tribute to Prof D P Khandelwal. She narrated his contribution to the subject of Physics. She emphasized his vision to uplift the standard of physics teaching in India, the core purpose behind the foundation of IAPT.

Dr. S W Anwane, Head of the Department of Physics, expressed introductory remarks where he explained the contributions of the Late Dr. Pajabrao Deshmukh, who formulated the Shri Shivaji Education Society in 1932. Then, President IAPT Prof P K Ahluwalia addressed the audience in virtual mode.

Dr. Shahin Sayyad introduced the audience to the guest speaker, Prof P K Ahluwalia. The renowned professor P. K. Ahluwalia delivered an excellent and highly informative lecture on Queen of Flat Land of Crystals: Graphene. He had put light on all the details of Graphene. Following his interactive lecture session was held. Around 275 students participated. Principal Prof Mahendra P. Dhore addressed the session and discussed the importance of practical learning for students. Shri B T Kumbhare proposed a vote of thanks.

All postgraduate students in Physics 275 from Shri Shivaji Science College NAGPUR, AMRAVATI, AKOLA, Vidyabharti College, Amravati and SFS College Nagpur attended guest lectures. Convener Dr. Gajanan L Jadhav conducted the session. 

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Student Induction Programme For Post Graduate students of Physics

 One day Student Induction Program (SIP) for the academic session 2022-23 was organized by the Department of Physics for PG students on 17th September 2022, Saturday. On this occasion, the guest lecture on “Life in Space” was delivered by Dr. Vilas A. Tabhane, Retired Professor, Department of Physics, Savitribai Phule Pune University, was organized. Prof V A Tabhane, in the capacity of Chief Guest guided students while Principal of the college, Prof. Mahendra Dhore, presided over of this program. The opening remark on this SIP programme was delivered by Prof S. W. Anwane, Head, Department of Physics. He introduced importance of SIP as per the UGC mandate and explained its four-fold purpose viz Socializing- Associating-Governing and Experiencing. He emphasized on understanding ethos and culture of institute and department in particular. He advocated overall development of students through reading quality books, exploring MOOCs platform, undergoing sports activity, developing test for gym activity and so on through discipline, hard work and being focused. Miss. Chanda Jatgade, PG teaching faculty of the department, introduced research and teaching contributions of all the faculty members of the departmental. During this SIP, all the dignitaries felicitated the students from UG and PG, those who are best in academics and secured 1st and 2nd position in various intercollegiate and intra-collegiate activities by giving them certificates.

Assistant Professor Dr. Shahin Sayyad, introduced the Chief Guest Dr Tabhane to the audience. During his lecture, Tabhane sir has shared his ideas about how to study Physics and introduced Newton’s Laws of Gravitation, effect of Space atmosphere on biological systems in his style mesmerizing students. He explored animations, videos and live demonstration to explain his ideas in a lucid way. Mr. Bhupendra Kumbhare, presented vote of thanks for the program. Master of Ceremony of this session Dr. Sugandha V. Khangar (Wagh), Assistant Professor nicely conducted this session.

The second session was conducted by madam Miss. Chanda P. Jatgade. In this session various programs for PG students such as physics quiz and brain storming games were conducted by student- members of Physics Society. To encourage students, prizes were distributed among the winners of quiz and crossword activity. The preceding coordinator of PG Programme and former Associate Professor of Physics department, Dr. Suresh Darokar graced this SIP and guided students on this occasion. The coordinator of SIP PG Programme and Assistant Professor Dr. Ragini Dhokne along with all the stake holders worked hard for the successful conduction of this activity.

Student Induction Programme (SIP)

 Shivaji Science College conducted three days Student Induction Programme (SIP) from 24- 29 August 2022. The three-day induction program commenced with the theme as per UGC mandate. The Purpose of the Student Induction Programme is to help new students adjust and feel comfortable in the new environment, inculcate in them the ethos and culture of the institution, help them build bonds with other students and faculty members, and expose them to a sense of larger purpose and self-exploration.

The programme was scheduled into three sessions each day, 1^st day was the inauguration of SIP and it ended with an introductory part given by convener and principal followed by splitting groups for Sports/Cultural activities. The inauguration function was scheduled on Wednesday 24^th August 2022. The programme started at 11 am in the presidential presidenceof Principal Prof. M. P. Dhore, Convener Prof. S. W. Anwane and Chief guest Dr. Surendra Gole, Co convener Ms. P. B. Zamarkar, Dr. P. N. Deshmukh, Staff members and Students of B.Sc. and B.C.A. first year. SIP was started with the lighting of lamps and giving tribute to Dr. Punjabrao Bhausaheb Deshmukh, Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj and Goddess Saraswati. During the inaugural program Principal of SVPCET Dr Suresh Gole interacted with the students as a guest speaker and discussed the “universal human values” with the newly inducted students. He said that Students should distinguish between values and skills and understand the need for value education. Students should also initiate dialog within themselves to know what they ‘really want to be’ in their life and profession.  Later in the second session Convener Prof S. W. Anwane addressed the introduction and importance of SIP. Principal Prof. M. P. Dhore in his address to his students said that in this college social values and thoughts are deeply rooted in the inspiration of Bhausaheb Deshmukh. We carry the legacy of the thoughts and values ??he inculcated. We all get inspiration from this. This is a great opportunity for all the newly admitted students to showcase their skills for the next three years i.e. till graduation.

The 2^nd day was celebrated on Thursday 25^th August’22. The first session was engaged by Guest Dr. Shashikala Wanjari, Former Vice Chancellor, SNTDWU, Mumbai, Frames of Reference serve a valuable purpose because they enable us to take in a wide variety of information, and process it based on our past. Your frame of reference matters a lot in how you interpret and what you choose said by the Guest Dr. Shashikala Wanjari. Later said that you might be attracted to this institution just by hearing its name and fame. Due to that frame of reference, a perception gets developed which will have a positive impact on you. That's the reason you chose this Shivaji College. An identity is who or what a person or thing is. Your identity is how you define who you are; it is also how others define you. Identity plays an important role in empowering individuals to exercise their rights and responsibilities fairly and equitably in modern society. Understanding the importance of identity is key to changing your life for the better. Your identity depends on the time frame you focus on: Do you define yourself based on your past; your identity depends on the time frame you focus on. Parental Influence, Home Environment, School Environment, Culture, and Family Treatment play a very key role in developing the personality. The bond and interaction between the teacher and student make teaching-learning more effective. The involvement of students in their favorite topic takes them towards expertise in that subject. Later on, in the next session, the Heads of various departments addressed the student.

3^rd day was celebrated on Saturday 29^th August’22. The first session was engaged by ACP Dr. Ashok Bagul. On August 27, Nagpur Police Commissioner Dr. Ashok Bagul directly interacted with the students and discussed various issues with them. There are many people in the world who have faced many failures in the early stages, but they have been able to achieve their goals through persistence, perseverance, and hard work. Dr. Commenting on the current situation of the new generation, Ashok Bagul appealed to the present students to stay away from bad habits. He also said that children should not forget the difference between good and bad while playing games, chatting, forming groups, doing video conferencing, or making tik-tok. He also said that students should use this medium positively as this is the era of follow, like and share. Talking to the students in a very humorous manner, Dr. Bagul interacted with students emphasizing the importance of discipline, study, continuity of studies, and the importance of games. Dr. Bagul, who has the experience of clearing many competitive exams with proficiency, provided guidance to the students which were very inspiring. Along with this, he also presented the topic of cyber security traffic rules in an interesting manner before the students and won their hearts. Later on, in the second session conveners of various committees addressed the student. At last, it was the time for which students were waiting, the cultural programmefollowed by certificate distribution. The 3-day SIP programme ended by the Principal address. Convener of the Students Induction Programme (SIP) Prof and HOD of Dept of Physics S W Anwane, Co-convener Miss Pushpa Zamarkar and Dr Mrs P D Deshmukh along with all the faculty members were present during this student’s induction programme (SIP).

 Webinar on the topic “Medical Physics and Career Opportunities”

“Gaining knowledge is the first step to wisdom. Sharing it is the first step to humanity.” – Margaret Fuller 

Being acknowledged with the beautiful words quoted by Margaret Fuller, Physics Society, Shri Shivaji Education Society Amravati’s Science college Congress Nagar, Nagpur organized a webinar on the topic “Medical Physics and Career Opportunities” for UG & PG students of Physics department on 12th April 2022 at 12:00 noon. The Guest Speaker for the session was alumni of the our college Mr. Anurag Kulkulewar who is currently pursuing his master's in Medical Physics at D. Y. Patil Medical College, Kolhapur. He is currently engaged in a project involving the detection of malignant breast and prostate cancer. He always occupied himself with various only crash courses to expand his knowledge. Some of his online courses include a crash course on particle accelerators from Lund University, artificial intelligence, and machine learning from Stanford University, and Fundamental neuroscience for neuroimaging from Johns Hopkins University. This webinar aimed to introduce students to this new field of physics and Mr. Anurag Kulkulewar undoubtedly presented a complete power-packed lecture to guide and acknowledge students to pursue their careers in this evolving field. He began by sharing his knowledge.

Dr S W Anwane, Professor and Head of Department of Physics introduced the purpose of this activity. The Programme was conducted by Omeshwar Verma (M Sc First year) while the guest speaker was introduced by Ms Niharika Saxena (B Sc Final Year) and Ms Samikska Dangore (M Sc Final Year) proposed Vote of Thanks. Dr Mrs R J Dhokne, Coordinator Physics Society and all faculty members worked hard for the success of the programme. 

“I never teach my pupils, I only attempt to provide the conditions in which they can learn.” -Albert Einstein. Following the words of Albert Einstein, Physics Society, Shri Shivaji Education Society Amravati’s Science college Congress Nagar, Nagpur organized a Guest Lecture on the topic “Fermi Condensate: The sixth state of matter?” for UG & PG students of the Physics department on 8th April 2022 at 11:00 am in Physics Department. The Guest Speaker for the session was Dr Subhash Kondawar, Professor in the Post Graduate teaching Department of Physics, Rashtrasant Tukdoji Maharaj Nagpur University. Prof Subhash Kondawar was heartily welcomed with a bouquet as a token of love by Principal Dr M P Dhore. Dr S W Anwane, Professor and Head of the Department of Physics introduced the purpose of Physics Society and the activities conducted so far. The Programme was conducted by Ms Shweta Iyer (M Sc Sem-II) while the guest speaker was introduced by Ms Niharika Saxena (B Sc Sem VI) and Mr Viplov Dhoke (M Sc Sem II) proposed a Vote of Thanks. Dr Mrs R J Dhokne, Coordinator Physics Society, and all faculty members worked hard for the success of the programme.

Prof Subhash Kondawar began the lecture by stating the basics of statistical mechanics. He introduced elementary particles in view of statistical mechanics. The fifth state of matter is Bose-Einstein Condensate like other states that we know; solid, liquid, gas, and plasma. The guest lecture initially focused on equipping students with the theory of Bose-Einstein Condensate. Then the speaker solemnly elucidated the reasons for the BEC to be called the fifth state of matter. He delivered an enriching argument about the BEC and the Fermi Condensate and drew everyone’s attention toward the actual understanding of Fermi condensate. At last, he effortlessly concluded that Fermi Condensate is not called the sixth state of matter by beautifully bestowing the reasons. His strategy to build up the understanding of students about the topic by making them climb through stairs of different concepts one at a time leading them to click “why Fermi Condensate isn’t the sixth state of matter?” was appreciable.

After his lecture, the students were given time to interact with him. The students engaged thoroughly with him in getting their concepts clear and he creatively provided them with the explanation that they were looking for. His lecture proved to be a very informative and interactive session.

In the academic year, 2021-22 the life cycle and the professional activities are heading towards normalcy. The Physics Society was formally installed on 26th February 2022 at the hands of respected Prof S R Thakare, Joint Director, Nagpur Division in presence of respected Principal Prof Mahendra Dhore. The college-level event was nicely organized by the Convener of Subject Societies Dr Mrs Rupali Patil Bhagat.

 

Webinar on Intellectual Property Right and Patent Process  Date 18/11/2021

In today’s globally competitive environment, intellectual property has placed itself on a pedestal in the context of economic growth and is becoming increasingly important. Intellectual Property (IP) is the fuel that powers the engine of prosperity, fostering invention and innovation. The increasing significance of intangible assets in the global economy is forcing business organizations to actively manage their IP as a key driver for building and sustaining their competitive advantage and achieving superior performance. On the above backdrop Department of Physics and IQAC  organizedwebinar on Intellectual Property Right and Patent Process in association with Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Intellectual Property Management, Nagpur on 18/11/2021 for faculty members and PG students of all the department to promote the creation, protection & enforcement of the Intellectual Property Rights amongst students and faculty. The Resource person for the program wasDr Bharat Surywanshi, Assistant Controller,  Patent and Design, Mumbai office and Center Public Information Officer RGNIIPM, Nagpur. He spoke on the basic concepts of Intellectual Property Rights. “Intellectual property” are type of property that results from creation of the human mind, the intellect. Intellectual property management starts with the germ of an idea. IP by itself neither helps nor hinders development necessarily. It is how laws, policies and practices are designed and used in different countries that determine whether IP is effective for development purposes. Further, there are intellectual assets and then there are intellectual properties- intellectual properties are where a government gives you an authority in return of an annuity, just like normal property; but before an IP there is something called the intellectual assets, where you keep them as trade secrets.  He also focus on Converting an original or new idea, concept or design to a desired product available in the marketplace requires1) Time 2) Funds (own or borrowed) 3) Creative effort 4) Innovative effort (own, of employees and of external collaborators, partners, advisors and consultants) 5) Persistence 6) Focused management of the entire process from idea to market. Further she also added about Licensing Licenses allow  Patent owners to share inventions or other intellectual property in a controlled manner and to receive revenue (e.g. royalties) or other benefits (e.g. access to another firm’s knowledge). A patent for example is licensed when the owner of the patent (the licensor) grants permission to one or more entities (the licensee(s)) to use the patented invention for mutually agreed purposes in a mutually agreed manner. In such cases, a licensing contract is generally signed between the two parties, specifying the terms and scope of the agreement. In some countries, intellectual property laws require licensing agreements to be registered with the national registry. She also focused on Patent filling Forms and Patent Laws. The training is mainly focused on educating and inspiring youth and academic institutions for generation, protection and economic use of Intellectual Property.

 

 

Webinar on “Advanced Functional Materials” by Dr. Oroosa Subohi

Dr. Oroosa Subohi, Assistant Professor at the Department of Physics Visvesvarya National Institute of Technology Nagpur delivered a webinar on “Advanced Functional Materials- Basic concepts, synthesis, characterization and applications”.

She began her presentation with explanation of dielectric materials starting from polar molecule and nonpolar molecule. She had classified material on basis of intrinsic properties like; dielectric, ferroelectricity, piezoelectricity, pyroelectricity, ferromagnetism which are called as functional materials. She has explained the materials on the basis of symmetry and how different symmetry operation affecting the physical properties of the materials.  Next, she pulled our attention towards ferroelectric materials, phase transition in ferroelectric materials and change in their symmetry. Moreover she had given an explanation on Bismuth Layer Structured Ferroelectric (BLSF), which is most widely used. She emphasised upon salient features of BLSF as it possess high curie temp. High anisotropy and various applications of BLSF materials in piezoelectric nanogenerator, ultrasonic transducer and piezoelectric sensors etc.

This event was organized by the Physics Society on 11^th December 2021 which was attended by students, faculty members. Dr. S.K. Sayyad compared while Dr G.L. Jadhav introduced the speaker to the audience and Ms Roshni Pahuja proposed vote of thanks.