Dr. Praveen K. M., Associate Professor from the Department of Mechanical Engineering, CVV Institute of Science and Technology, Chinmaya Vishwa Vidyapeeth Deemed to be University, was the Chief Guest at the Faculty Development Program (FDP) titled ‘Advanced Materials for Engineering Applications’, organised by the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Vidya Academy of Science and Technology, Thrissur. The FDP was held online from 18th to 20th March 2024. He was also the resource person for two sessions: Engineered Composite Materials for High-Performance Applications and Plasma Engineering of Plastics for Improved Compatibility.