S. N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences

21/08/2026

Institute Colloquium | S. N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences

S. N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences hosted an engaging Institute Colloquium on 21 August 2026 at Fermion Hall.

The Centre was pleased to welcome Prof. Mukul Kabir, Professor, Department of Physics, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER), Pune, who delivered a thought-provoking talk titled:

“Flat, Magnetic, and Exotic: Designing Quantum States in 2D”

The lecture explored the fascinating landscape of two-dimensional quantum materials and states, highlighting emerging possibilities in designing flat, magnetic, and exotic quantum states. The session provided an excellent opportunity for researchers and students to engage with contemporary developments in condensed matter physics and quantum materials.

We thank Prof. Mukul Kabir for the insightful lecture and all participants for their enthusiastic engagement.

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Tanusri Saha-dasgupta

15/08/2026

Celebrating the Spirit of Independence at SNBNCBS 🇮🇳

S. N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences (SNBNCBS) celebrated India’s 80th Independence Day with patriotic fervour and pride.

The celebrations commenced with the hoisting of the National Flag by the Director, Prof. Tanusri Saha-Dasgupta, followed by the singing of the National Song and the National Anthem.

As a mark of respect and remembrance, faculty members, students, and members of the Centre paid floral tribute to the bust of Prof. S. N. Bose, honouring the legacy of one of India’s greatest scientific minds and the visionary after whom the Centre is named.

The celebration brought together the SNBNCBS community in a spirit of unity, patriotism and collective commitment to the pursuit of knowledge and scientific excellence.

May the spirit of freedom inspire us to build a stronger, more innovative and scientifically empowered India.

Jai Hind! 🇮🇳

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14/08/2026

Cancer Awareness & Screening Campaign at SNBNCBS

The Medical Cell of S. N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences, in collaboration with Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Cancer Hospital, New Garia, Kolkata, organised a Cancer Awareness Session and Screening Campaign on 14 August 2026 at the Silver Jubilee Hall of the Centre.

The awareness session highlighted the importance of cancer prevention, early detection, regular screening, and timely medical intervention. The session was followed by a cancer screening campaign, providing members of the Centre an opportunity to access essential screening services and health guidance.

The programme witnessed active participation from the members of the Centre and reaffirmed the importance of creating greater awareness about cancer and promoting a culture of preventive healthcare.



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14/08/2026

Recent Trends in Quantum Field Theory and General Relativity

S. N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences, Kolkata is pleased to announce a conference bringing together researchers, faculty members, postdoctoral fellows, and students working in diverse areas of Quantum Field Theory (QFT) and General Relativity (GR).

Date: December 2–4, 2026
Venue: S. N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences, Kolkata

The conference will provide a platform to discuss recent developments, emerging ideas and future directions in QFT and GR, while fostering scientific interactions and collaborations.

Key areas include:
• Black Hole Physics
• Cosmology
• QFT in Curved Spacetime
• Gauge/Gravity Duality

Registration Fee: ₹1500/-
Registration Deadline: October 31, 2026
Conference website / Registration page: https://sites.google.com/view/recent-trends-in-qft-gr/home

Convener: Prof. Sunandan Gangopadhyay

Save the date and join us for engaging discussions at the frontiers of quantum field theory and gravity!



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11/08/2026

S. N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences, Kolkata, warmly congratulates Prof. Deepak Dhar on being awarded with the prestigious Dirac medal in recognition of his outstanding contributions to theoretical physics and statistical mechanics.

Prof. Dhar has a special association with S. N. Bose Centre. He has visited several times and generously shared his insights and scientific wisdom with our students, researchers and faculty. We were particularly honoured to host him for S. N. Bose Memorial Lecture, during which he delivered an inspiring lecture that enriched our scientific community.

This is a proud moment for the scientific community, and a particularly special one for S. N. Bose Centre!

Congratulations, Prof. Deepak Dhar! We wish you continued success and many more accolades the years ahead.



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10/08/2026

Orientation Programme at S.N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences

S.N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences (SNBNCBS) organised an Orientation Programme for its newly admitted students on 10 August 2026 at the Silver Jubilee Hall, marking the beginning of their academic journey at the Centre.

The programme commenced with a welcome address by Professor Tanusri Saha Dasgupta, Director, SNBNCBS, followed by a series of orientation lectures and addresses by senior faculty members and officials of the Centre. The sessions introduced the new students to the academic environment, institutional structure, research opportunities, and various facilities and support systems available at SNBNCBS.

The orientation programme provided a valuable platform for the new students to interact with faculty members, officials, and fellow students as they embark on their academic and research journey at SNBNCBS.

We warmly welcome our newest members to the S.N. Bose family and wish them an enriching, rewarding, and successful journey ahead!



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03/08/2026

Congratulations to Mr. Sourabh Saha!

S. N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences is proud to share that Mr. Sourabh Saha, Senior Research Fellow from the research group of Prof. Manoranjan Kumar, has been honoured with the Best Oral Presentation Award at the 8th Annual Conference on Quantum Condensed Matter (QMAT 2026).

The conference was held at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi, from 5–8 July 2026, and brought together researchers working in the field of quantum condensed matter.

We congratulate Mr. Saha on this well-deserved recognition and wish him continued success in his research endeavors. We also extend our congratulations to Prof. Manoranjan Kumar and the research group on this achievement.



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27/07/2026

Strengthening Indo-German ties in quantum science.

S. N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences was proud to co-organize the Indo-German Workshop on Quantum Sensing with Quantum Materials: Present and Future, hosted at IFW Dresden and supported by the Indo-German Science & Technology Centre (IGSTC).

The workshop brought together researchers, early-career scientists, and industry partners from both countries to explore collaboration across the quantum innovation chain — from AI-assisted materials design and synthesis to quantum sensing and industrial applications.

Organized by Prof. Bernd Büchner (IFW Dresden) and Prof. Tanusri Saha-Dasgupta (Director, SNBNCBS), along with Prof. Aparajita Singha (TU Dresden) and Prof. Saquib Shamim (SNBNCBS), the event builds on a long-standing partnership between SNBNCBS and IFW Dresden — and lays the groundwork for future joint research, funding, and researcher exchange initiatives.

Read more: https://www.ifw-dresden.de/news-events/news-detail-view/ifw-dresden-strengthens-indo-german-cooperation-in-quantum-research-1306



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24/07/2026

22/07/2026

C. K. Majumdar Memorial Summer Workshop in Physics 2026 has commenced at S. N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences (SNBNCBS), Kolkata.

Organised jointly by the Indian Association of Physics Teachers (IAPT Regional Council 15) and SNBNCBS, the workshop is being held from 22–28 July 2026, bringing together students, educators, and researchers for an enriching week of learning and scientific discussions.

The inaugural session featured welcome addresses by Prof. Rajib Kumar Mitra, Dean of Academic Programmes, SNBNCBS, and Dr. Bhupati Chakrabarti, Former General Secretary, IAPT.

The opening day also included inspiring lectures by Prof. Ananda Dasgupta (IISER Kolkata) and Prof. Samit Kumar Ray (IIT Kharagpur), setting the stage for an engaging week of physics.

We wish all participants a productive and rewarding workshop.



Department of Science and Technology, Government of India Dr Jitendra Singh Press Information Bureau - PIB, Government of India
Tanusri Saha-dasgupta
Indian Association of Physics Teachers - IAPT