DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY
MADRAS CHRISTIAN COLLEGE
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DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY
MADRAS CHRISTIAN COLLEGE(Autonomous)

The 62nd Annual Convention of Chemists (ACC) 2025 and International Conference "Net Zero Goal & Sustainability: Role of Chemical Sciences in Green Energy, Circular Economy, and Prosperity of India”

December 18-20, 2025 | Department of Chemistry, Madras Christian College
Department of Chemistry
Madras Christian
College(Autonomous)
Tambaram,Chennai - 600059
Phone: +91 9842303478/
+91-62897366207
Graduates Chemistry Lab
DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY

About The Conference

The 62nd Annual Convention of Chemists (ACC) 2025 and International Conference on "Net Zero Goal & Sustainability: Role of Chemical Sciences in Green Energy, Circular Economy, and Prosperity of India” is set to be a significant scientific forum global gathering, fostering collaboration and driving innovation across the chemical sciences. This event will provide a dynamic platform for researchers, academics, and industry professionals to exchange ideas, foster collaborations, and drive innovation, ultimately contributing to a more sustainable and prosperous future. It encompasses a broad spectrum of topics, emphasizing sustainability, innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Read More

About The Host Institution

Madras Christian College: A Legacy of Excellence and a Vision for the Future

Madras Christian College (MCC), founded in 1837 as the School by Rev. John Anderson, has grown into a premier institution spanning 320 acres in Chennai. Committed to the "education of the whole person," MCC blends its rich history with a foresight for holistic development.

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About The Department

Established in 1927 under Prof. Edward Barnes, the Department of Chemistry at Madras Christian College evolved from its origins within the Natural Sciences division in 1919 to become a distinguished centre for chemical education and research. The department prioritizes a holistic and innovative educational approach.

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Key Focus Areas of 62nd ACC 2025 and International Conference

The focus areas of the conference are diverse and encompass a wide range of topics within the field of Chemistry and allied disciplines

Organic Chemistry
Green Chemistry
Photochemistry
Medicinal Chemistry
Chemical Biology
Inorganic Chemistry
Bioinorganic Chemistry
Organometallic Chemistry
Materials Chemistry
Nanomaterials
Supramolecular Chemistry
Photocatalysis
Electrocatalysis
Batteries
Super Capacitors
Interfacial science
Sensors
Drug Delivery
Polymer Chemistry
Environmental Chemistry
Waste to Wealth
Solid Waste Management
Bioremediation
Toxicology and Environment
Water Quality
Plastic Recycling and Microplastics
Physical Chemistry
Computational Chemistry
AI in Chemistry
Use of AI in Chemical Synthesis
AI in Drug Discovery
Advances towards Net Zero
Carbon Neutrality
Circular Economy
Carbon dioxide to Chemicals
Alternative Energy Resources
Nuclear Energy
Hydrogen Energy
Agrochemicals
Minerals
Cements
Paints
Chemistry for SDGs
Sustainable Energy Policies
Refinery Technologies
Natural Gas Technologies
Clean coal Technologies
Coal to Chemicals
Recycle Chemistry and Engineering
Process Intensification
Enhanced Oil Recovery
Fluorine Chemistry
Nano Emulsions, Coatings & Adhesives
Corrosion Science and Technology
Newer Fuel Additives
Water Chemistry and Related Technology
Fermentation
Patenting & IPR Evaluation
Indian Knowledge System
NEP
Curriculum Design
Pedagogy for Teaching Chemistry

Science Education & History and Philosophy of Science

Science Education

  • Review articles
  • Book review
  • Policy/Practices on science education
  • Science communication
  • Play-based education
  • Project-based learning
  • Inquiry-based learning
  • Science-based educational games
  • Concept progression on the scientific concept
  • Misconceptions on science concepts & teaching & learning
  • Interdisciplinary Curriculum design in science
  • Climate change education and scientific literacy
  • Science education through clubs & societies in tertiary education landscape
  • Science education through SLP
  • Co-teaching of science with the Faculty of Social Science stream
  • Towards inquiry in science education
  • ICT-enabled science classroom
  • Designing micro-credential courses in science courses
  • Eco health as a curriculum in science education
  • Teaching Environmental Science through active learning pedagogy
  • Science education through impactful industrial visit
  • Inclusive science education in culturally responsive pedagogy
  • Impact of socio-cultural factors on students' STEM preferences
  • Impact of AI in science education
  • Entrepreneurial STEM education
  • Effect of innovative assessment in science education
  • Science education through computer: case studies
  • Learning outcome of industrial visits
  • Instructional design in science education
  • Impact of generative AI in teaching & learning science

History of Science

  • Impact of colonial & post-colonial science education in India
  • Traditional & reconstruction of indigenous scientific tribes
  • Institutionalisation of science education in India
  • Recolonial irrigation technologies in India
  • Philosophy, health in ancient traditional knowledge
  • Rice milling technology in colonial India
  • Scientific intervention in wheat production in late 19th & early 20th century in India
  • Development of forestry in India
  • Legacy of the astronomical observatory in India
  • Women in science during the colonial & post-colonial era
  • Contribution of white women missionaries in colonial India
  • History of healing traditions in India
  • Understanding the various scientific theories in the history of Science
  • Evolution of Indian astronomy
  • Politics, administration and technical education in the colonial era
  • History of semiconductor science in India
  • History of indigenous knowledge for sustainable development
  • History of engineering education in India
  • Science war, and imperialism
  • Scientific texts/scientific ingenuity/the architectural manuscripts & practice in the pre-colonial era
  • History and practice of folk practices by the indigenous people
  • Decoding the cultural history of India
  • Historical studies of diseases & deaths in colonial India
  • Colonialism, nationalism and the reconstitution of the territory of India
  • History of geographical survey in India
Elsevier ACS
Best Presentation Awards with Cash Prize
Elsevier– 7 Prizes with $100 each
Chemical Weekly– 20 Prizes with ₹5000 each
Best Presentation Award
American Chemical Society and Royal Society of Chemistry
Chemical Weekly Royal Society of Chemistry

ACC 2025 Program Committee

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PRINCIPAL
Dr. P. Wilson
Pricipal & Secretary
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CHAIRMAN
Prof G. D. Yadav
President, Indian Chemical Society
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CONVENER
Dr. E. Iyyappan
Associate Professor & Head
Department of Chemistry
Madras Christian College
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CO-CONVENER
Dr. Nimmy Edwin
Associate Professor
Department of Chemistry
Madras Christian College
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ORGANIZING SECRETARY
Dr. C. Amirthavalli
Associate Professor
Department of Chemistry
Madras Christian College
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ORGANIZING SECRETARY
Dr. E. Rajkumar
Assistant Professor
Department of Chemistry
Madras Christian College
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HONORARY SECRETARY
Prof. Sudip Kumar Das
Indian Chemical Society
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HONORARY TREASURER
Dr. Avijit Gosh
Indian Chemical Society
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EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Dr. Rahul Bhattacharya
Indian Chemical Society
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MEMBER
Dr. E. Sukumar
Indian Chemical Society

Local Organizing Committee

Department of Chemistry

  • Dr. T. Jaba Priya
  • Dr. T. Mary Vergheese
  • Ms. R. Kavitha
  • Dr. D. Reuben Jonathan
  • Dr. R. Vijay Solomon
  • Mr. G. Gnanamani Simiyon
  • Dr. M. Aulice Scibioh
  • Dr. Rakhi Yadav
  • Dr. N. Prabhu
  • Mr. A. Naveen Kumar
  • Dr. S. Saranya
  • Dr.Stesho Crystal Lazuli

ICS- TN BRANCH

  • Dr. V. Sivamurugan
  • Dr. A. Kalilur Rahiman
  • Dr. S. Iyyam Pillai
  • Dr. L. Akilandeswari
  • Dr. P. Kalimuthu
  • Dr. S. Hariharan
  • Dr. M. F. Valan
  • Dr. J. Selvakumar
  • Dr. T. Augustine Arul Prasad
  • Dr. K. Balakrishna
  • Dr. Sujoy Sarkar
  • Dr. K. Swarnalatha

Local Advisory Members

  • Dr. T. Ramasami, Former DST Secretary,Chennai
  • Prof. G. Sekar, Head, Dept. of Chemistry, IITM
  • Prof. T. Pradeep, Professor, IITM
  • Prof. P. Selvam, Professor, IITM
  • Dr. S. Vincent, Member Secretary, TNSCST
  • Prof. C. Muthamizhchelvan, VC, SRM
  • Prof. S. Suresh Kumar, Pro-Chancellor(Research), BIHER
  • Dr. K. J. Sreeram, Director, CSIR-CLRI
  • Prof. S. Balasubramanian, University of Madras

ICS Council Members

Prof G. D. Yadav
President
Dr. Avijit Ghosh
Honorary Secretary
Prof. Rakshit Ameta
Vice President (Elected)
Prof. Sudeep Kumar Das
Honorary Secretary
Prof. Kallol K Gosh
Vice President (Chairperson, Raipur Branch)

Honorary Editors

Prof. A C Bhasikuttan
Physical & Industrial Chemistry
Prof. Jyotirmayee Dash
Organic & Bio Chemistry
Prof. Samaresh Battacharya
Inorganic & Analytical Chemistry
Prof. B. M Bhanage
Engineering Chemistry & Green Technology
Prof. C. K. Srivastava
Analytical & Environmental Chemistry
Prof. P. Das
Pharmaceuticals & Organic Chemistry

Head Quarters - Council Members

Head Quarter-
Council Members

  • Prof. Chhanda Mukhopadhya
  • Prof. Susanta Lahiri
  • Prof. Ashtutosh Ghosh

Eastern Zone-
Council Members

  • Dr. Jhimli Bhattacharyya
  • Mr. Ashok Kumar Jha
  • Dr. Shivendu Ranjan

Southern Zone-
Council Members

  • Dr. Sujoy Sankar
  • Dr. V. Sivamurugan
  • Dr. S. Vasudevan

Western Zone-
Council Members

  • Prof. Damodar Auchyut Shambhag
  • Prof. Anindya Datta
  • Prof. Virendra K Rathod

Northern Zone-
Council Members

  • Dr. Om Prakash
  • Prof. Sanjay K. Sharma
  • Prof. Diwan S Rawat

Advisors

Prof. R. N. Prasad
Prof. Ramesh Chandra
Prof. Dulal C. Mukherjee
Prof. Sunil Kumar Talapatra
Prof. K. B. Pandeya
Prof. M. C. Chattopadhyaya
Prof. Jai P. Mittal

Scientist-in-Charge

Organic & Biochemistry

Prof. Akhilesh K Verma
University of Delhi, Delhi

Co-incharge: Dr.P.Kalimuthu

Inorganic & Material Chemistry

Prof. Pradeep K Sharma
JNV University, Jodhpur

Co-incharge:
Dr.A.Kalilur Rahiman

Analytical & Environmental Chemistry

Prof. Vimal Chandra Srivastava
IIT Roorkee

Co-incharge: Dr.V.Sivamurugan

Chemical Engineering & Green Chemistry

Prof.Smita Lele
ICT Mumbai

Co-incharge: Dr.J.Selvakumar

Physical Chemistry

Prof. Siva Umapathy
IISc. Bangalore

Co-incharge: Dr.K.Swarnalatha

International Advisory Members

Prof. Paul Anastas, Yale University, USA

Dr. Amy Cannon, Beyond Benign, USA

Prof. John Warner, Warner-Babcock Institute for Green Chemistry, USA

Prof. Samir Mitragotri, Harvard, USA

Prof. Suresh Bhargava, RMIT University, Australia

Prof. Peter J Cragg, University of Brighton, UK

Prof. Doris Kunz, University of Tübingen , Germany

Prof. Masayuki Shirai, Iwate University, Japan

Prof. K. V. Ramanujachary, Rowan University, USA

Prof. Seeram Ramakrishna, NUS, Singapore

Dr. Mahesh Pattabiraman, University of Nebraska, USA

Dr. Gareth Cave, Nottingham Trent University, UK

Prof. Vikramaditya G. Yadav, University of British Columbia, Canada

Prof. Ajayan Vinu, University of Newcastle, Australia

Prof. Rajender S. Varma, Environmental Protection Agency, USA

Prof. Chennupati Jagadish, Australian National University, Australia

Prof. Gregory Smith, University of Cape Town, South Africa

Prof. Muthupandian Ashokkumar, University of Melbourne, Australia

Prof. Mohan Balasubramanian, University of Warwick, UK

National Advisory Members

Dr. Swaminathan Sivaram, IISER Pune

Prof. K. VijayRaghavan,Former Principal Scientific Advisor, GoI

Dr. A. K. Tyagi, HBNI, Mumbai

Dr. Alex Pulikottil, IOCL, Haryana

Dr. Varadarajan, Dy. Director General,Ministry of Defence

Dr. Thallada Bhaskar, Director,CSIR-AMPRI, Bhopal

Dr. S. Sundar Manoharan, Director General,Pandit Deendayal Energy University

Prof. S. Natarajan, IISC, Bangalore

Prof. S. Rajagopal, Madurai Kamaraj University

Dr. S. Vincent, Member Secretary, TNSCST

Dr. Parthasarathi Subramanian, IIT Kanpur

Dr. Raja Shunmugam, IISER, Kolkata

Prof. Manas K. Ghorai, IIT Kanpur

Prof. Ramaswamy Murugavel, IIT Bombay

Dr. V. Anbazhagan, VMKVASC, Salem

Open for Submission of Abstracts for Oral and Poster Sessions

Submissions are accepted online only

Deadline: November 25, 2025
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Call for Abstracts and Full Papers

The focus areas of the conference are diverse and encompass a wide range of topics within the field of chemistry.


All Pappers will be pubilished in the Conference Proceedings with an ISBN number.

Publication in Indexed Journals

Selected full papers will be peer-reviewed and considered for publication in reputed Scopus/Web of Science indexed journals.

Note: Journal publication fees may apply as per journal policy.

Special issue published in Journal of the Indian Chemical Society

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Registration Table

Early Bird Registration
(Before 16th Nov 2025)

Students (PG/UG)Rs. 1,500/-
Regular ScholarRs. 2,500/-
Delegates (ICS Members)Rs. 3,000/-
Faculty (non-members)Rs. 4,000/-
Industry DelegatesRs. 5,000/-
Accompanying DelegatesRs. 2,500/-
InternationalUSD $100 (Commonwealth)
USD $200 (Others)

Regular Registration
(After 16th Nov 2025)

Students (PG/UG)Rs. 2,000/-
Regular ScholarRs. 3,000/-
Delegates (ICS Members)Rs. 3,000/-
Faculty (non-members)Rs. 4,500/-
Industry DelegatesRs. 5,500/-
Accompanying DelegatesRs. 3,000/-
InternationalUSD $100 (Commonwealth)
USD $200 (Others)

On-Spot Registration

Students (PG/UG)Rs. 2,500/-
Regular ScholarRs. 3,500/-
Delegates (ICS Members)Rs. 3,000/-
Faculty (non-members)Rs. 5,000/-
Industry DelegatesRs. 6,000/-
Accompanying DelegatesRs. 3,500/-
InternationalUSD $100 (Commonwealth)
USD $200 (Others)

Important Dates

Registration Starts from : 01-08-2025

Abstract Submission Ends : 25-11-2025

Acceptance of Abstract : 27-11-2025

Submission of Full Paper : 30-11-2025

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Sponsorship Opportunities

62nd ACC 2025 offers a wide spectrum of Sponsorship Opportunities suitable for corporations from Chemical and allied industries. Sponsors will gain an incredible amount of visibility and networking opportunities. Get in touch with us to customize a sponsorship package that aligns perfectly with your branding goals.

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Gold Sponsorship 10 LAKHS
Silver Sponsorship 5 LAKHS
Bronze Sponsorship 4 LAKHS
Conference Session Sponsor 3 LAKHS
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Life Time Achievement Award

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Dr. T. Ramasami

Former Secretary DST

MCC College, Chennai

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Prof. T. Pradeep

Awardee Institute Professor

Indian Institute of Technology Madras

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Prof.B.Vishwanathan

Emeritus Professor

IIT-Madras

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Prof. Santanu Bhattacharya

Director

IISER Tirupati

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Prof. Anamik Shah

Former VC

Saurashtra University

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Prof. Ashutosh Ghosh

Former VC

University of Calcutta

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Prof. (Dr.) R. D. Kaushik,

Former VC

MCC College, Chennai

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Mr. Vinod Saraf

Chairman

Vinati Organics Ltd

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Shri Jayanti Patel

Chairman Emeritus

Meghmani Organics Ltd

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Mr R. Parthsarathy

MD

Thirumalai Chemicals

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Mr. Ramkumar Shankar

Former VC

Chemplast Sanmar Ltd

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Mr. Prashant Malladi

CMD

Malladi Drugs and Pharmaceuticals




Endowment Awards

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Prof. D.S. Rawat

VC

Kumaun University

Acharya P. C. Ray Memorial Award

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Dr. Anant Kapdi

ICT

Mumbai

Professor Priyadaranjan Ray Memorial Award

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Prof. G. U. Kulkarni

Former Director

JNCASR Bangaluru

Acharya J. C. Ghosh Memorial Award

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Prof. Amar Nath Mohanty

Guelph University Canada

Professor J. N. Mukherjee Memorial Award

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Prof. Manjusri Misra

University of Guelph, Canada

Professor P. K. Bose Memorial Award

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Dr. John Kennedy

New Zealand

Professor Dhananjay Nasipuri Memorial Lecture

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Dr. S. Vasudevan

CSIR-CECRI

Professor Dhananjay Nasipuri Memorial Lecture

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Prof. Jyotirmayi Dash

IISER Kolkata

Professor Suresh C Ameta Award

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Dr. Thallada Bhaskar

Director

CSIR-AMPRI, Bhopal

Professor R. D. Desai 80th Birthday Commemoration Medal & Prize

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Dr. Bernaurdshaw Neppolian

Dean (Research)

SRM Institute of S and T Chennai

Professor R. S. Varma Memorial Award

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Dr KJ Sreeram

Director

CSIR-CLRI

Professor A. K. Chandra Memorial Award

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Prof. E. Murugan

University of Madras

Professor U.C. Pant Memorial Award

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Dr. Sekar G.

Institute Chair Professor & HOD Department of Chemistry

IIT Madras

Professor D.P. Chakraborty 60th Birth Anniversary Commemoration Award

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Prof. Santosh J. Gharpure

Department of Chemistry

IIT Bombay

Professor B. N. Ghosh 80th Birth Day Medal and Prize

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Prof. Surya K. De

FICS

Dr. D S Bhakuni Award

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Dr. Nabanita Sadhukhan

ICT Mumbai

L.N. Mathur- Asima Chatterjee Award for Woman Scientist

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Prof. Samir Mitragotri

Harvard University

Clean Science & Technology Bharat Ratna Prof. C.N.R. Rao ICS Centennial Jubilee Award for Leadership of Chemical Sciences and Engineering

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Shri. Mukesh Ambani

CMD

Reliance Industries Ltd

Pidilite Industries Padma Vibhushan Professor M.M. Sharma ICS Centennial Jubilee Award for Leadership of Applied Sciences and Chemical Industry

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Dr. Aman A. Desai

Aether Industries Ltd

Oriental Aromatics Dr Sukh Dev ICS Centennial Jubilee Award for the Most Outstanding Organic Chemist and Thought Leader

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Dr. Sanjay P. Kamble

NCL, Pune

Aether Industries Padma Vibhushan Dr. R.A. Mashelkar ICS Centennial Jubilee Award Research, Innovation and Technology Development

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Dr Rakeshwar K. Bandichhor

Dr Reddy’s laboratory

Dr. A.V. Ramarao ICS Centennial Jubilee Award for Innovation in Industrial Research

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Address for the Conference

Madras Christian College

Tambaram, Chennai – 600 059
Tamil Nadu, India
+91 98423 03478