The Role of Advanced Materials
Advanced materials play a crucial role in our pursuit of a sustainable future, as they have a significant impact on energy efficiency, energy storage, and renewable technologies. Catalysts, for example, are essential in the production of cleaner fuel through water splitting. Nanomaterials and adsorbents are rapidly advancing to effectively remove pollutants from both water and air.
Furthermore, innovative materials can be integrated into infrastructure to create self-powered sensors and devices. This conference brings together global experts to showcase the latest advancements in materials science and engineering, with the goal of addressing environmental challenges and promoting sustainability across various sectors.
Patrons
Chief Patron
Dr. G. Viswanathan
Founder & Chancellor
Vellore Institute of Technology
Patrons
Mr. Sankar Viswanathan
Vice President
Vellore Institute of Technology
Dr. Sekar Viswanathan
Vice President
Vellore Institute of Technology
Dr. G. V. Selvam
Vice President
Vellore Institute of Technology
Dr. V. S. Kanchana Bhaaskaran
Vice Chancellor
Vellore Institute of Technology
Dr. T. Thyagarajan
Pro-Vice Chancellor
Vellore Institute of Technology, Chennai
Organizing Committee
- Convenor: Dr. Sujoy Sarkar - +91 93424 75592
- Co-Convenor: Dr. Shyamapada Nandi - +91 97354 36601
- Secretary: Dr. Jayanta Parui - +91 81057 02038
- Joint Secretary: Dr. Ganesan Pandian - +91 93423 82579
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Advisory Committee
- Prof. Guillaume Maurin - University De Montpellier
- Dr. R. Boomi Shankar - IISER Pune
- Dr. Aditi Haldar - IIT Mandi
- Dr. Sampath S - IISc Bangalore
- Dr. Balamurali M M - VIT Chennai
- Dr. Mahalakshmi S - VIT Chennai
- Dr. Atanu Dutta - VIT Chennai
About the Department
The Chemistry Division provides the opportunity for a B. Tech. undergraduate to obtain a thorough fundamental knowledge of various fields of chemistry with relevant industrial applications. In addition to facilitating the B. Tech. program of the institute, the division offers a postgraduate program in chemistry (M.Sc. Chemistry) with comprehensive curricula catering to the needs of the industry.
The division, with the help of highly qualified and experienced faculty from various fields of Chemistry, offers a Ph.D. program for bright and deserving candidates with zeal in carrying out research. The research and education in the division encompass diversified fields in Chemistry such as Theoretical & Physical Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, and Materials Chemistry.
The curriculum inculcates in the students a basic approach to find solutions for chemistry-related problems and develop skills and attitudes necessary to pursue further studies. The division has B. Tech., M.Sc., and research laboratories equipped with state-of-the-art instruments, which help in having hands-on experience for undergraduates and postgraduates apart from doing world-class research. The goal of the division is to emphasize the importance of chemistry and apply it through research to cater to the needs of society.