🌍 International Webinar Series 2.0
Organized by the Post Graduate Department of Chemistry
📅 Date: 27th September 2025
🎓 Participants: M.Sc. Chemistry Part I & II Students
🎙️ Theme: “Recent Trends in Chemistry and Career Opportunities”
🏛️ Collaborating Institution: Department of Chemistry, Chonnam National University, South Korea
The Post Graduate Department of Chemistry organized the International Webinar Series 2.0 on 27th September 2025 on the theme
“Recent Trends in Chemistry and Career Opportunities.”
The sessions were conducted by distinguished research experts from the Department of Chemistry, Chonnam National University, South Korea, and were attended by M.Sc. Chemistry Part I and Part II students.
🔑 Key Highlights
🧩 Keynote Talk: Delivered by Prof. Jacopo Tessarolo on
“Coordination-Driven Supramolecular Chemistry: From Basic Concepts to Advanced Materials.”🎓 Career Guidance Talk: Conducted by Dr. Ketan Mandrekar (alumnus of the Department, currently BrainPool Postdoctoral Scientist, Chonnam National University) on
“Advancing Global Scientific Careers: PhD/Postdoctoral Opportunities in Korea’s Brain Pool Fellowship.”💼 Career Opportunities in JT Research Group:
Prof. Jacopo provided guidance on available positions, important dos and don’ts while applying for research opportunities abroad, and shared information about major Korean scholarships.🌐 Global Research & Fellowship Insights:
The session also covered the career roadmap after post-graduation (industry and academia), application procedures and documentation required for research positions abroad, and the benefits of Korea’s Brain Pool Fellowship.
Students were also made aware of various international research and fellowship portals that offer opportunities to early-career scientists.💬 Interactive Session:
The event concluded with an active interaction between faculty members and students with Prof. Jacopo, who addressed questions related to research, collaborations, and career development.
✨ Conclusion
The International Webinar Series 2.0 provided students with global exposure, inspiring them to explore emerging areas of chemical research and international career pathways.
The Department continues to encourage such academic collaborations that promote research excellence and cross-cultural scientific learning.