The IMSc Foundation Series 2025 in Theoretical Physics is a week-long academic initiative organized by the Outreach Team at the Institute of Mathematical Sciences (IMSc), Chennai. The program is scheduled from 23rd to 27th June 2025 and will offer three intensive short-term courses at the MSc Physics level tailored for early-stage physics students from Chennai and nearby regions. The courses will be delivered by renowned academicians from IMSc Chennai, aiming to bridge the gap between coursework and research. Through these engaging lectures, participants will gain insights into the Master's level topics from a research perspective. Our goal is to inspire the next generation of physicists and encourage them to pursue careers in academic research.
Participation is open for final year Bachelor students and first year Masters students. Interested students should apply for participation.
Application Deadline: 16th June 2025
List of topics:
Quantum Mechanics
T. R. Govindarajan, Krea University & rtd IMSc Chennai
ElectroDynamics
D. Indumathi, IMSc Chennai
Statistical Mechanics
R. Rajesh, IMSc Chennai
Special Institute Colloquium:
Gravitational Waves
Ajith Parameswaran, ICTS Bengaluru
Live Streaming:
YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@matsciencechannel
Information for selected participants
We have emailed accepted applicants.
Kindly remember to bring your institution ID card for verification of your academic status at the time of registration.
Please check the schedule for timings and details.
For all participants (including IMSc summer research program visitors): Getting to IMSc. Lunch and other refreshments will be provided.
For local participants: Daily travel allowance will be provided as per institute rules.
For outstation participants: Travel reimbursement will be provided as per institute rules. Accommodation will be provided on campus in the guest house from 22 June afternoon to 28 June forenoon. On all days working breakfast and dinner will be provided in the IMSc canteen.
Certificates: We will be providing participation certificates to all registered participants who attend the event in person. Please note that online participants are not eligible for participation certificates.
