Prof. Venu Gopal Achanta

President, MSI & Director

CSIR-NPL, India

Email: director.nplindia@csir.res.in

Prof. Venu Gopal Achanta obtained his Ph.D. (Physics) from TIFR, Mumbai and Ph.D. (Electronics) from Tokyo University. He is currently the Director of CSIR-National Physical Laboratory. He is on lien from Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, Mumbai where he is a Professor. His research interests are in the application of nanophotonics to single molecule and single photon spectroscopy through light-matter interaction in non-perturbative regimes.

Dr. Nagahanumaiah

Director

Central Manufacturing Technology Institute

Email: director@cmti.res.in

With over 28 years of dedicated service, Dr. Nagahanumaiah has emerged as a prominent figure in the realm of manufacturing research and leadership. His journey has encompassed two prestigious research institutions, namely CSIR-CMERI in Durgapur and CMTI in Bangalore. Throughout his illustrious career, he has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership skills while fostering a culture of innovation.

Mr. K Niranjan Reddy

Convenor, AdMet-2026

Joint Director, CMTI, Bengaluru

Email: niranjan@cmti.res.in

+91-9449842672

Ms. Khushboo

Co-convenor, AdMet-2026

Scientist-D, CMTI, Bengaluru

Email: khushboo@cmti.res.in

+91-9916196622