IIT-Delhi launches comic-style brochure to demystify complex scientific concepts

New Delhi, March 19: The Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi has come up with first-of-its-kind comic-style brochure to bring the complex world of materials engineering alive through humour, storytelling and vibrant art, officials said on Thursday. At the heart of the comic titled ‘Department of Materials Science and Engineering (DMSE)– Delivering a Material Safari Experience’ is Professor Padarth, the newly introduced mascot.
Presented as a witty guide, Professor Padarth accompanies a curious student on a jungle-safari-themed journey through the diverse terrains of materials science, from metals and ceramics to polymers, data science and emerging smart materials.
According to the officials, through this playful narrative style, the brochure aims to demystify complex scientific concepts and highlight real-world connections that make materials engineering both impactful and relatable. “This comic book was conceived to herald an era of bringing the fun aspects of STEM to the fore. Materials engineering is a deeply creative and inspiring field, and we wanted a medium that could engage students and non-technical audiences alike.
“Through Professor Padarth’s adventures, we hope to spark curiosity and showcase the excitement that lies in understanding the materials that shape our world,” said Jayant Jain, Materials Science and Engineering HoD. (PTI)