Episode 23: Dr. Sourav Pal on Quantum Chemistry and How to Choose What Subject to Pursue

Chemistry is involved in everything around us, including the clothes we wear and the device we listen to podcasts on! So why is chemistry not taught as a fundamental science? On this episode of the ChemTalk Podcast, hosts Olivia Lambertson Siya and Riya interview Dr. Sourav Pal, Head of the Department, Chemistry and Professor of Chemistry at Ashoka University. We talk about the benefits of taking interest in chemistry, computational chemistry, and the differences surrounding universities in India. We hope you enjoy! If you would like to know more about Dr .Sourav Pal you can check out his research or reach him by email at sourav.pal@ashoka.edu.in. About us: ChemTalk is a small student-led and ad-free non-profit working to become the top chemistry education platform in the country. Please support us by following our social media channels, sharing our content, and donating if possible. You can access our website for videos, articles, and tutorials on general, organic, and biochemistry. We also have a VERY c