The bustling city of New Delhi is set to host the 3rd International Conference on Electrochemical Science and Technology (ICONEST-2024) from September 18-20, 2024. Organized by the CSIR-National Physical Laboratory (NPL), New Delhi, and The Electrochemical Society of India located at the Indian Institute of Science Campus, Bengaluru, this premier event promises to be a significant gathering for global experts in the field.
Focus on Sustainable Development
With a thematic emphasis on “Electrochemical Technologies for Sustainable Development,” ICONEST-2024 aims to address crucial challenges in energy, environment, and healthcare through the lens of electrochemistry. The conference will explore innovations in electrochemical H2 production, storage, batteries, supercapacitors, fuel cells, and energy storage solutions.
Additional discussions will pivot around renewable energies, corrosion prevention, metallurgy, nanotechnology, and electrochemistry’s role in healthcare and industrial applications.
Distinguished Patrons & Organizers
The event enjoys the patronage of distinguished figures such as Dr. N. Kalaiselvi, Director General of CSIR & Secretary DSIR, and Prof. Venu Gopal Achanta, Director of CSIR-NPL. Dr. S.T. Aruna from CSIR-NAL, Bengaluru, presides as the Conference Chair, with a robust team of conveners and technical evaluators ensuring a comprehensive and enriching experience for all attendees.
Global Platform for Electrochemical Research
ICONEST-2024 will not only feature keynote lectures and invited talks but also provide a platform for researchers to present their findings in oral and poster sessions. This setup aims to foster a dynamic exchange of ideas and encourage collaborations among scientists, academicians, and industrialists. The conference is particularly keen on highlighting the contributions of young researchers and students in the field. The event promises to be a dynamic platform for knowledge exchange and collaboration, fostering innovative solutions to pressing global challenges.
Diverse Research Frontiers
ICONEST-2024 will delve into a wide array of electrochemical research frontiers. Topics of discussion will include:
• Electrochemical hydrogen production, storage, and applications
• Electrochemical energy systems, including batteries, supercapacitors, and fuel cells
• Renewable and alternative energy sources
• Analytical electrochemistry for environmental monitoring and pollution control
• Corrosion prevention and materials protection
• Surface engineering and metal finishing
• Novel electrode materials, electrosynthesis, and electrometallurgy
• Nanotechnology and electrochemistry
• Industrial applications of electrochemistry
• Electrocatalysis and electrochromic materials
• Bioelectrochemistry and biosensors
• Electrochemical instruments and applications
• Electrochemistry in healthcare
• Modeling and simulation of electrochemical processes
• Molten salts and room-temperature ionic liquids
• Spectroelectrochemistry
• Metrology in electrochemistry
Call for Papers and Participation
Researchers and professionals are invited to submit abstracts of their work by June 30th, 2024. Accepted papers will be published in the Journal of the Electrochemical Society of India.
Exhibitions & Sponsorships
Running concurrently with the technical sessions, a specialized exhibition will allow companies to showcase their latest developments in electrochemical technologies. This event is said to be an excellent opportunity for industry leaders to engage directly with a targeted audience, enhancing their visibility and establishing new business relationships. Various sponsorship levels, including Gold, Silver, and Bronze, offer companies additional avenues for prominence at the event.
Publications & Awards
Significant findings and discussions from the conference will be published in the Journal of the Electrochemical Society of India, ensuring that the insights generated reach a broader audience. The event will also celebrate outstanding contributions to the field with several awards, including the prestigious S.K. Sheshadri Memorial MASCOT Award in Corrosion Science and Engineering.
As ICONEST-2024 approaches, the electrochemical community is abuzz with anticipation, ready to tackle the world’s most pressing scientific challenges through the transformative power of electrochemistry. This conference not only underscores India’s commitment to advancing scientific inquiry and industrial capability in the field but also aligns with global efforts toward sustainable development.
For more information, please visit:
• Conference website: ecsiconference.in
• ECSI website: www.ecsi.in
Contact:
• Dr. Ezhilselvi V (Convener): +91 99451 05791
• Shri Rajeeva Deekshit (Co-Convener): +91 97424 82302
• Email: iconest2024@gmail.com or ecsiiisc@gmail.com
