Parallelization with MPI Workshop

A 2-Day Intensive Workshop on Parallelization with MPI, by Prof. Sudip Garain. This workshop introduced participants to parallel computing and high-performance programming. The workshop combined theoretical concepts with hands-on MPI exercises, covering communication protocols, scalability and scientific computing applications.

Star-Planet Interactions: From Parker Winds to Alfvén Wings

We hosted a student talk on Star–Planet Interactions, exploring the stellar winds, magnetic interactions and their significance in exoplanetary systems through engaging explanations and discussions.

Singularity Elections

Singularity conducted its 2026–27 OB elections, where the outgoing OBs also reflected on their journey with the club. Following manifesto presentations, discussions and voting, the new Office Bearers were elected.

Precessing Binary Black Holes

We hosted a talk on the topic, exploring how various methods differ from standard aligned-spin searches. The session discussed the impact of detector glitches on search sensitivity and ongoing efforts to better distinguish real signals from instrumental noise.

Water Rocketry Workshop

Evolution and Multi-wavelength Analysis of Active Galactic Nuclei in the DESI survey

The speaker discussed the machine learning approaches to identifying Active Galactic Nuclei (AGN) in DESI survey galaxies using multi-wavelength data. The session explored how autoencoders and spectral reconstruction techniques can improve AGN detection and support future astrophysical and cosmological studies.

Einstein’s Ears: The Astronomy of Gravitational Waves

The Institute Colloquium, "Einstein’s Ears", by Scott Hughes explored gravitational waves, their astrophysical sources, and modern detection methods, drawing a full audience at IISER Kolkata. Co-publicized by Singularity: The Astronomy Club of IISER Kolkata, the event concluded with an engaging student interview session.

Stellar Pathways: Career Opportunities in Astronomy and Astrophysics

We hosted a career guidance session on astronomy and astrophysics, covering internships, higher studies and career opportunities in the field. The session provided practical insights into applications, research pathways and skill development for aspiring astrophysicists.

Numerical Experiments in Astrophysics

Singularity Freshers Orientation

The Singularity Orientation for the incoming 25MS batch introduced freshers to the astronomy club of IISER Kolkata, its history, activities and ongoing initiatives. The session highlighted workshops, star-gazing sessions, astrophotography, radio astronomy projects and volunteer opportunities, concluding with an interactive Q&A and group photo session.

Dark Matter Capture in Neutron Stars and its Significance

In this Student Talk the speaker presented his research on the topic using a two-fluid TOV framework. The talk explored dark matter candidates, neutron star structure and the role of gravitational waves and tidal deformability in probing dark matter physics.

Exploring the State of the Universe: A Fascinating Journey

A talk by Koushik Dutta exploring the evolution of the universe, from General Relativity and cosmic expansion to inflation, dark matter, and modern cosmological puzzles. The session concluded with a reflection on humanity’s place in the cosmos—insignificant in scale, yet significant enough to understand it.