Rama Krishna Sangem
The Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH) in collaboration with the American Society for Metals (ASM) celebrated the inauguration of American Society for Metals (ASM) Hyderabad Chapter(Professional) and the Materials Advantage(MA) Hyderabad Chapter(Student) November 27 by Dr. Navin Manjooran, President of ASM International as the Chief guest in the august presence of Prof. B S Murty, Director, IITH.
The inaugural event witnessed an impressive registration of 140 members and active participation from IITH faculty, students, and representatives of esteemed institutions. These included the University of Hyderabad, BVRIT, MGIT and Vishnu University as well as prominent government organizations like ARCI, MIDHANI, and DMRL and industries such as Innomet Advanced Materials and Saideepa Rock Drills Pvt Ltd.
The event was meticulously organized by Dr. Mayur Vaidya and Dr. Ashok Kamaraj, Assistant Professors, Department of Materials Science & Metallurgical Engineering(MSME), IITH. Distinguished guests who graced the occasion included Dr. Madhusudan Reddy, former Director of DMRL, Prof. Tata Narasinga Rao, R&D advisor of IITH, Prof. Bhanu Sankara Rao, Professor of Practice, IITH.
The event marked a significant step in fostering collaboration and innovation within the materials science community. This initiative represents a significant step toward nurturing talent and advancing research in the field of materials science. The establishment of the ASM Hyderabad Chapter aims to:
- Introduce students to cutting-edge advancements in Materials Science and Engineering technologies.
- Foster collaborations between academia and industry for innovation and research.
- Provide financial support through fellowships and grants enabling students to participate in national and international conferences.
Chief Guest Dr. Navin Manjooran, President of ASM International, expressed his delight at the inauguration, stating: “Great things are achieved when we come together with purpose and passion
Connecting with professionals essential
Prof. B S Murty, Director of IIT Hyderabad, emphasized the value of being associated with the ASM during the inauguration of the ASM Hyderabad Chapter. He remarked: “Connecting with professional associations is essential to amplify the power of collaboration.
Collaboration is the key to success, driving growth and creating synergy. At IITH, nearly 50% of our projects are the result of collaborative efforts. Recognizing the immense benefits for members in this region, we established the ASM Hyderabad Chapter within just five days of deciding to start it.
