Mohali: Amity University Punjab, Mohali, in collaboration with the Chandigarh Chapter of the National Academy of Sciences, India (NASI), and the Society for Promotion of Science and Technology in India (SPSTI), proudly launched the Popular Science Lecture Series aimed at promoting the societal impact of science and innovation.
As part of NASI’s ongoing ‘Science-Society Programmes,’ these lectures are designed to highlight the practical benefits of scientific research in addressing real-world challenges. The second lecture in the series was delivered by the distinguished Prof. Purnananda Guptasarma, Professor HAG and Dean of Faculty Affairs, IISER Mohali, on the topic “Electrostatics and its Role in Life Processes: From Biofilm Formation to Bacterial Genome Compaction to Protein Stability.”
Prof. Guptasarma's lecture delved into the pivotal role of electrostatics in various biological processes. He provided an in-depth analysis of how electrostatic interactions influence bacterial genome compaction, biofilm formation, and protein stability, especially in extreme environmental conditions. His findings underscored the importance of electrostatic forces in maintaining the structural integrity of proteins and promoting bacterial survival in harsh environments, thus opening up new avenues for research.
The lecture concluded with an engaging Q&A session and a vote of thanks delivered by Prof. Anil Kumar Sharma, Dean, Faculty of Sciences, Amity University Punjab. He praised the lecture for its insightful content and its potential to inspire future scientific inquiries.
The event was attended by a diverse audience of students, faculty, and researchers from Amity University Punjab, nearby academic institutions, and members of SPSTI and NASI. The lecture series continues to foster a strong connection between scientific innovation and societal progress.