Cv_raman_contribution in science and society

Contribution of cv Raman in science and society

1. C.V. Raman: The Pioneer of Light
Scattering
A Presentation on the Life and
Contributions of C.V. Raman

2. Introduction
•• Full Name: Chandrasekhara Venkata Raman
•• Born: November 7, 1888, in Tiruchirapalli,
India
•• Died: November 21, 1970
•• Field: Physics
•• Notable Achievement: Discovery of the
Raman Effect
•• Nobel Prize in Physics (1930)

3. Early Life and Education
•• Studied at Presidency College, Madras
•• Graduated with a gold medal in Physics at
the age of 16
•• Joined the Indian Finance Service but
pursued Physics research in free time

4. The Raman Effect
•• Discovered on February 28, 1928
•• Change in wavelength of light when
scattered by molecules
•• Proved the quantum nature of light
•• Applications:
•-Spectroscopy
•-Medical imaging
•-Chemical analysis
•-Material science

5. Nobel Prize & Recognition
•• First Asian to win a Nobel Prize in Physics
(1930)
•• Bharat Ratna (1954) –India's highest civilian
award
•• Lenin Peace Prize (1957)
•• Knight Bachelor (1929, later renounced)

6. Contributions to Science & India
•• Founded Raman Research Institute (1948) in
Bangalore
•• Worked on acoustics and optics
•• Encouraged young Indian scientists
•• Advocated for scientific independence of
India

7. Legacy and Impact
•• February 28 is celebrated as National
Science Day in India
•• Raman Spectroscopy remains a vital tool in
research
•• Inspired future generations of Indian
scientists

8. Conclusion
•• C.V. Raman’s work revolutionized physics
•• His discoveries still impact various scientific
fields today
•• A true pioneer and visionary in Indian and
global science