Amaravati: Emphasising a practical and phased approach to tackling climate change, Dr SSV Ramakumar said that India’s energy transition must be driven by steady, scalable solutions rather than a single breakthrough. Addressing 10th Research Day celebrations at SRM University-AP on Friday as chief guest, he highlighted the Princeton Wedge Approach as a viable framework for achieving long-term sustainability goals.
Dr Ramakumar, Chief Technology Officer and Executive Vice-President of AM Green, outlined key global energy trends in 2025, including increased gas demand, rapid growth in solar and wind energy, declining reliance on fossil fuels, and a shift from conventional bio-resources to advanced biofuels. He praised SRM-AP for its forward-looking initiatives in emerging technologies and green hydrogen, calling it a frontrunner in sustainable innovation.
The university marked a decade of Research Day celebrations, providing a vibrant platform for scholars to present their work, exchange ideas, and foster interdisciplinary collaboration. Prof D Narayana Rao, Executive Director (Research), underscored the institution’s commitment to building a robust research ecosystem aligned with industry collaboration and national priorities. He also announced plans to establish the ANRF-Translational Research Innovation and Initiative (ATRII) Centre to accelerate the conversion of research into real-world applications.
Vice-Chancellor Prof Ch Satish Kumar described the occasion as a testament to SRM-AP’s focus on multidisciplinary research and stressed the importance of strengthening research culture in private institutions.
The event witnessed an overwhelming response, receiving 574 abstracts, including 441 from UG/PG students and 133 from PhD scholars, spanning fields such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, renewable energy, robotics, and social sciences. Outstanding performers were honoured with 30 gold medals, 2 silver medals, 6 special mention awards, and 61 seed grants. Faculty members were also recognised, with 7 Outstanding Research Awards and 34 certificates presented for excellence in research.
