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Happy Pi day! The current date and time (14 March, 1.59pm) resemble 3.14159, the approximation of the mathematical constant Pi, or π. Pi is the ratio of the circumference of a circle to its diameter. The ratio stays the same no matter how big or small the circle is. #π #PiDay

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Mr Ratan Tata. The nation has lost one of its most inspirational figures. @TIFRScience is deeply indebted to him for being a major guiding force to the institute and for his unwavering support over the decades. We will miss you Mr. Tata.

🟠Dive into advances in memristor technology from novel materials -device modelling and simulation to innovative device architectures and real-world applications at #MATSUS25 @nanoGe_Conf! 📍Seville, Spain 🗓️3rd-7th March 2025 👉Submit your oral abstract:nanoge.org/MATSUSSpring25

I created a world map of #MOF reserach groups. More information in the following blog post: crystalsymmetry.wordpress.com/2024/09/27/mof…

Exciting News! Our latest research in collaboration with @DeRooLab on #Zirconium #OxoClusters is published in #SmallScience. Congrats @PJikson! 👏 Want to know more about different zirconium-based catalysts for esterification reactions? Check out: 🔗doi.org/10.1002/smsc.2…

Excited to announce #MEDPore2 in Marrakech, May 11-14, 2025! Join cutting-edge researchers and innovators for a groundbreaking conference on advanced porous materials. Details: acercoe.um6p.ma/custom/event/m… #MEDPore2 #PorousMaterials #Marrakech2025

"It's okay not to understand a lot and not to manage a lot. We can't manage everything, any of us. We aren't that clever and we shouldn't try to be it either, I think." Some words of wisdom from literature laureate Jon Fosse in our podcast episode: linktr.ee/nobelprizeconv…

In 1929, Alexander Fleming published his paper outlining the antibacterial properties of penicillin, and began the era of antibiotics. Read the Nobel Prize laureate's full article online: goo.gl/G8mUHd

We are thrilled to present a new #enzyme to the world, the first shown to break the man-made carbon-silicon bonds in #siloxanes, which are persistent in the environment. caltech.edu/about/news/tea…

Fell in love with the synchrotron, after the first experience . Eagerly waiting for another visit to @desy. Thanks to Dietger, @ajroshan_ , and @ParammalJibin for making it an amazing experience.

Happy to chair with @JM_Luther #MATSUS24 Fall Meeting 2024 here in Lausanne!! The call for symposia is now open! Looking forward to put together an exciting meeting with your help! @EPFL_en @EPFL_CHEM_Tweet @NCCR_Catalysis

We are hiring! There are two open #PhD positions in the Delley group @UniBasel focusing on #InterfacialChemistry and #Catalysis! Find more information here: jobs.unibas.ch/offene-stellen…

Congratulations to Dr. Dietger on successfully defending his Ph.D. Great work on metal-oxo clusters! 🥳🎉🍾

"🎓 Big Day for @RohanPokratath! Celebrating an Incredible Milestone! 🎉 Here's to endless possibilities and a bright future! 🌟📚. #PhDDefense #AcademicAchievement #Friendship"

We have multiple openings for PhD and PD positions in Multimetallic Organometallic Chemistry for N2 activation! Sharing is appreciated! Click on the link for more details: tinyurl.com/N2-CONVERT

Chandrayaan-3 Mission: Smile, please📸! Pragyan Rover clicked an image of Vikram Lander this morning. The 'image of the mission' was taken by the Navigation Camera onboard the Rover (NavCam). NavCams for the Chandrayaan-3 Mission are developed by the Laboratory for Electro-Optics Systems (LEOS) isro.gov.in/LEOS.html

Chandrayaan-3 Mission: 'India🇮🇳, I reached my destination and you too!' : Chandrayaan-3 Chandrayaan-3 has successfully soft-landed on the moon 🌖!. Congratulations, India🇮🇳! #Chandrayaan_3 #Ch3

Chandrayaan-3 Mission: All set to initiate the Automatic Landing Sequence (ALS). Awaiting the arrival of Lander Module (LM) at the designated point, around 17:44 Hrs. IST. Upon receiving the ALS command, the LM activates the throttleable engines for powered descent. The mission operations team will keep confirming the sequential execution of commands. The live telecast of operations at MOX begins at 17:20 Hrs. IST

Chandrayaan-3 Mission: ‘Welcome, buddy!’ Ch-2 orbiter formally welcomed Ch-3 LM. Two-way communication between the two is established. MOX has now more routes to reach the LM. Update: Live telecast of Landing event begins at 17:20 Hrs. IST. #Chandrayaan_3 #Ch3

Your PhD is about the evolution of your mindset. It proceeds through personal research experience, mentorship and development of key skills. This is why PhD in STEM: - is NOT about a thesis (very few people will read it) - is NOT about finish your advisor’s project - is NOT about attending new courses - is NOT to learn how to use cool instruments (although it might be handy, it is of little help in a long run) Yes, some of it will help you get hired. BUT PhD should not be about this. ▫️ PhD is about personal development, creativity and problem solving in a highly dynamic research environment. First of all, it is about: - Becoming a highly critical and creative thinker - Learning how to think independently (against the local or global mainstream) - Learning how to “jump-start” a project and bring it to perfection - Discovering your strengths and weaknesses as a future leader - Learning from massive number of mistakes without big consequences - Learning how to accept failures and move on - Understanding the value of teamwork and collaboration - Publishing important studies and making discoveries (especially if you plan to stay in academia) ▫️ Of course, there are some “perks” that come with it: 1. Getting a good expertise in some field 2. Getting some idea about the world of academia and how things work there 3. Learning how to use fancy tools (microscopes, spectrometers, etc) 4. Learning how to write papers, etc etc But these are only bonuses. They should not be why you are pursuing PhD. ▫️ As a prospective PhD student, do NOT look for a supervisor who will be simply assigning tasks to you and tracking your project. Look for a good mentor and advisor who can help you develop YOUR leadership skills. A proper research environment and inspiration to pursue your dreams are the key ingredients. #AcademicTwitter #AcademicChatter #phdchat