Alma Matters

Dr. Thushara G.S. Pillai's Cosmic Journey
Apr 08, 2024

Dr. Thushara G.S. Pillai's Cosmic Journey

Two decades after her time at IIT Madras, Dr. Thushara G.S. Pillai reflects on her remarkable journey as an astronomer. From the banyan tree conversations on campus to her current role at MIT's Haystack Observatory, Dr. Pillai's path has been one of curiosity, resilience, and groundbreaking research.

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Empowering Tomorrow's Innovators: Ms. Vidhya Srinivasan's Vision
Apr 08, 2024

Empowering Tomorrow's Innovators: Ms. Vidhya Srinivasan's Vision

Ms. Vidhya Srinivasan, a distinguished alumna of IIT Madras, stands out as a beacon of inspiration for aspiring women in technology. Her story is not just about success in a male-dominated field but also about resilience, determination, and breaking barriers. Let's delve into her extraordinary journey as a trailblazer in the world of tech.

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Prof. T.T. Narendran: A Journey of Music, Academics, and Reflections on IIT Madras
Mar 07, 2024

Prof. T.T. Narendran: A Journey of Music, Academics, and Reflections on IIT Madras

Prof. T.T. Narendran, an eminent faculty member at IIT Madras, much-loved by generations of students and affectionately called as ‘Mama’, shares his personal account of a remarkable journey that started with music, and led to a flourishing career in academia at IITM.

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Prof. Vikram Gavini’s Quantum Odyssey
Mar 07, 2024

Prof. Vikram Gavini’s Quantum Odyssey

Winning the 2023 ACM Gordon Bell Prize is a prestigious achievement in the field of high-performance computing (HPC).

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The Machine Learning Mogul from IIT Madras
Mar 07, 2024

The Machine Learning Mogul from IIT Madras

Mr. Aravind Srinivas, the founder of Perplexity AI, takes us on a journey through his time at IIT Madras and how it shaped his career trajectory and success.

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56 Years Later, Laughter Echoes Through Time
Feb 08, 2024

56 Years Later, Laughter Echoes Through Time

Fifty-six years have passed, yet the memories of IITM cling to the ‘68 batch like inseparable covalent bonds. The trees, silent sentinels, whisper tales of two eras.

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