The Faculty of Physical Sciences (FPS), South Asian University (SAU), successfully organised a one-day workshop titled “Beyond the Degree – Career Horizons: Exploring Pathways in Science & Technology” on Wednesday, 4 November 2026, at the CSE Auditorium, PCM Building, South Asian University, New Delhi. The workshop aimed to provide students and research scholars with valuable insights into diverse career opportunities in science, technology, research, higher education and industry.

The programme was organised under the esteemed patronage of Prof. K. K. Aggarwal, President, South Asian University, along with Prof. Pranab K. Muhuri, Vice-President (Administration), Prof. Kapil Kumar Sharma, Vice-President (Academic), and Prof. Ritu Gaur, Vice-President (Strategy and Innovation). Prof. Avinash Chandra Pandey, Director, IUAC, was the Chief Guest, while Dr. Archana Sharma, Senior Advisor, CERN, attended as the Guest of Honour. Dr. Jyotsna Sharma, Associate Dean, FPS, served as the Organising Chair.

The workshop featured insightful keynote addresses by Prof. Vikram Kumar, Former Director, SSPL (DRDO) and NPL (CSIR), and former faculty member of IISc and IIT Delhi, and Prof. Mohan Singh Mehta, Delhi Technological University. The technical sessions included expert lectures by distinguished academicians, scientists and industry professionals representing reputed institutions and organisations, including Stanford University, IBM Research, National Institute of Immunology, Hitachi High-Tech India, Edwards India and Toshniwal Brothers.

An important component of the workshop was the research poster presentation, which provided undergraduate students, postgraduate students and research scholars with an opportunity to showcase their research work across various scientific disciplines. A panel discussion on “Beyond the Lab: What Will a Science Career Look Like in 2031?” further enriched the programme by addressing future career prospects, industry expectations, professional skills and emerging technological developments.

The discussions covered diverse subjects such as quantum computing, scientific instrumentation, vacuum technology, biophysics, advanced materials, industrial research and emerging career pathways.

The workshop witnessed enthusiastic participation and meaningful academic interactions among speakers, faculty members, researchers and students.