Indian scientific research and gained international recognition for Indian scientists.
- The Discovery of the Raman Effect:
- Raman discovered that when light passes through a transparent material, a small fraction of the light is scattered in directions different from the incident beam, with the scattered light having wavelengths different from the original light.
- This phenomenon, now known as the Raman Effect, became a crucial tool in studying molecular and atomic structures.
- Recognition:
- The Nobel Prize in Physics was awarded to Raman in 1930 for this discovery.
- February 28, the day of the Raman Effect’s discovery in 1928, is celebrated annually as National Science Day in India.
- Educational and Research Contributions:
- Raman was the first Indian director of the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) in Bengaluru.
- He founded the Raman Research Institute in Bengaluru in 1948 to further advance research in physics.
- Legacy:
- The Raman Effect is used extensively in various scientific fields, including spectroscopy, material sciences, and biotechnology.
- Raman’s pioneering work laid the foundation for India’s scientific progress and inspired generations of Indian scientists.
At a time when scientific research was dominated by Western nations, Raman’s achievement demonstrated India’s potential in contributing to global scientific advancements. His discovery continues to influence modern science, cementing his legacy as a pioneer in physics.
