Mrinmoy De of Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru

Objective of the Program:

The primary objective of this outreach program was to create awareness and motivate students towards competitive examinations such as GATE and JAM, and to provide detailed guidance about higher education and research opportunities at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru. The program aimed to inspire students to pursue excellence in academics and research careers.

Description of the Event:

The Outreach Program on GATE-JAM and Indian Institute of Science (IISc) was successfully conducted on 06-02-2026 at 11:30 AM in Seminar Hall–1. The session was organized jointly by SVVS, Kalaburagi, IEEE North Karnataka Subsection, and IEEE Bangalore Section.

The session was delivered by Dr. Mrinmoy De, Associate Professor, IISc Bengaluru. He provided comprehensive insights into the GATE and JAM examinations, including:

• Examination pattern and syllabus
• Preparation strategies
• Time management techniques
• Recommended study resources
• Career opportunities after qualifying GATE/JAM
• Academic and research prospects at IISc

Dr. De also shared his personal academic journey, which motivated students to set higher goals. The interaction session addressed students’ queries related to exam preparation, admissions, research programs, scholarships, and campus life at IISc.

The session was highly interactive and informative, helping students gain clarity about career planning and higher education pathways.

Outcomes of the Program:

• Enhanced awareness about GATE and JAM examinations.
• Improved understanding of admission procedures and opportunities at IISc.
• Motivated students to pursue higher studies and research careers.
• Strengthened IEEE student engagement and professional development activities.

Biography:

Mrinmoy De is an associate professor at the Department of Organic Chemistry at the Indian 
Institute of Science, Bangalore, India. He completed his BSc degree from Vidyasagar University 
with Gold medal.  He received his M.Sc. from the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, and  
Ph.D. from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst under the supervision of Prof. Vincent M. 
Rotello. He was a CCNE (Center of Cancer Nanotechnology Excellence) and NSEC (Nanoscale 
Science and Engineering Center) postdoctoral fellow at Northwestern University. Since 2014, he 
has been at the Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, where he is an associate professor in the 
Department of Organic Chemistry. His research focuses on the preparation of various 
nanomaterials and their application toward the development of biomaterials, nanoantibiotics, 
nanozymes, sensors, photocatalysis etc. He published more than 100 articles in international 
reputed journals, written several book chapters and patents. Mrinmoy De is the associate member 
of American Material Research Society (MRS), American Chemical Society (ACS), Material 
Research Society of India (MRSI), Chemical Research Society of India (CRSI) and Society of 
Biological Chemists, India (SBCI).  He is recipient of Young Scientist Award by Science and 
Engineering Research Board (SERB), Outstanding Researcher Award by NSF Nanoscale Science 
& Engineering Center, CRS Silver Medal and CRSI Bronze Medal. 

Email:

Address:Associate Professor Department of Organic Chemistry Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru, Associate Professor Department of Organic Chemistry Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru, Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru, India