India, July 30 -- The CSIR-National Chemical Laboratory (CSIR-NCL) concluded its weeklong flagship outreach program 'One Day as A Scientist' (ODAS) on July 25. Organised under the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) initiative, the program welcomed over 400 students from Classes 8 to 10 across Pune, Mumbai, and other regions of Maharashtra for an immersive scientific experience.

Designed to ignite curiosity and inspire future innovators, ODAS offered students a unique opportunity to step into the shoes of real scientists, engaging with cutting-edge research, state-of-the-art laboratories, and pioneering scientists at CSIR-NCL.

Throughout the five-day event, students participated in a diverse mix of activities, including...