The Asthana Group aims to combine ambitious theoretical work with an open, thoughtful, and supportive lab environment. We value curiosity, initiative, and the patience needed to learn difficult ideas well.
Group culture
Culture
We care about rigorous science, generous collaboration, and building a lab where people can grow as researchers and as colleagues.
Group values
Learning through iteration
Students have the right to make mistakes. We want people to try bold ideas, learn from setbacks, and keep moving toward deeper understanding.
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Excellent research knows no boundaries. We collaborate across chemistry, physics, materials science, computing, and applied mathematics whenever the problem demands it.
Inclusion and community
This lab is for all to experience the joy of research. No matter who you are or what your background is, we are here to support your growth as a scientist.
Moments from the lab
Spring 2026 theoretical-chemistry visitor series.
Research conversations with visiting colleagues.
Welcoming collaborators to UND.
Group game night.
Group members at an ACS event.
Asthana Group portrait.
Relaxing together over a board game.
Celebrating a group birthday.
A birthday celebration in the lab.
A moment with the group.