SILICON NEXUS [April 2026]

• Hands-on exposure to semiconductor fabrication processes, cleanroom protocols, and advanced microfabrication techniques

• Interactive engagement with researchers to understand real-world applications of microelectronics, MEMS devices, and emerging semiconductor technologies 

CREST hosted the 27th edition of the Monthly Colloquium Series (March'26)

🎙️ Keynote Speaker: Dr. Arun Chandrasekhar, Sr. Principal Engineer, Intel, Bangalore, India

• Dr. Arun Chandrasekhar ’s research and work areas : 

  1. RF and advanced electronics packaging for high-performance semiconductor devices.

  2. Design and development of data center CPUs and GPUs across advanced technology nodes (65 nm to 14A).

  3. Signal integrity, power integrity, and thermal management in high-speed electronic systems.

  4. Advanced packaging solutions for next-generation computing and heterogeneous integration.
     
     

🧠 Talk Title: Packaging Keeps Moore’s Law Alive 

• Exposure to solar cell and photovoltaic module manufacturing processes and large-scale production technologies.

• Understanding end-to-end process flow, including fabrication, quality control, and reliability testing.

• Interaction with industry professionals to gain insights into renewable energy applications and manufacturing practices.

• Speaker: Dr. Satyanarayana Bheesette, DAE Raja Ramanna Chair, Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, Hyderabad

• Title: Technologies and opportunities in detectors and instrumentation for high energy physics experiments 

• Speaker: Ms. Pallavi Eswara, Independent Consultant in Higher Education 

• Title: Goal Setting SMARTly 

• Joint initiative by NSDC, CREST (BITS Pilani), and Maven Silicon

• Focus on SystemVerilog-based verification methodologies and workflows

• Training in testbench development and functional coverage techniques

• Alignment with real-world ASIC and SoC design and verification practices

• Emphasis on hands-on learning and practical industry exposure

• Designed to bridge the gap between academic learning and industry requirements

• Prepares participants for high-demand roles in the semiconductor ecosystem