You may say we are a dreamer
The MAVENs (Materials Advancing a Viable ENergy future) group, led by Dr. Rudra Banerjee, is based in the Department of Physics and Nanotechnology at the SRM Institute of Science and Technology.
We tackle the fundamental challenge of predicting material properties from electronic structure. Through computational modeling, we design materials with unprecedented capabilities like room-temperature quantum devices, efficient photocatalysts, and next-generation energy storage systems.
We harness Density Functional Theory (DFT), Monte Carlo simulations, and Machine Learning — a powerful combination of quantum mechanics, statistical physics, and artificial intelligence that enables us to predict, design, and optimise materials before they are synthesised in the laboratory. From the magnetic complexity of high-entropy alloys to the catalytic potential green hydrogen and quantum materials with long coherence time, we bridge fundamental theory with transformative applications.
Our breakthrough research spans three frontiers:
Every prediction we make connects with experimental reality. Through partnerships with leading experimentalists worldwide, we validate our models and push computational boundaries, ensuring our discoveries translate from silicon to laboratory bench.
We seek M.Sc. students in physics, chemistry, or materials science ready to wield computational power against real-world challenges. If you’re passionate about designing materials that will define our sustainable future, your next breakthrough awaits here.