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  • 27th & 28th February 2025

    CHENNAI TRADE CENTRE

About the Conference:

This conference invites the chemical engineering students, research scholars, faculty, start-ups and industry community of that focus on the following:
  • Innovative Technologies – Cutting-edge equipment and systems for efficient wastewater management.
  • Expert Insights – Engage with top industry professionals and thought leaders.
  • Sustainable Solutions – Products designed to help you meet environmental and regulatory standards.
  • Live Demonstrations – Experience real-time product capabilities and performance.

This meet will be a good opportunity for the water and wastewater treatment start-ups to pitch their products and services to various industries at the expo and gain visibility and customers. This meet will also be a platform for the students and research scholars to present their research project posters and innovative ideas.

Invited Speakers List & Programme Schedule: Day 2 - 27th Feb 2025

S.NOTOPICSPEAKERS  TIME
1Welcome Address Dr. N. Balasubramanian - Director, Anna University & Chairman – IIChE CRC10.00am - 10:10am 
2Special AddressDr. K. Palanivelu - Director, VIT Chennai.10:10 -10:25 am
Tea/Coffee Break10:25-10:40 am

Industry

Technical Session -1 
4 

Design Aspects of Water & Wastewater Treatment Plants

Mr. Dhilipkumar Gopinath - Managing Director, Amrit Engineers10.40am – 10.55am 
 5

Zero Liquid Discharge

Mr. N. Sathyanarayanan - Manager, Water & Wastewater Treatment Div. Avant-Garde Systems and Controls (P) Ltd, Chennai. 11:00am - 11:15am
6

Activated Carbon/ Biochar: An approach towards effective and sustainable water treatment process

Dr. J. Sandhya - Asst Prof (S.G), Dept of Biotechnology, Hindustan Institute of Technology & Science11:20am - 11:35am
Panel Discussion Technical Session – 2 
 7

Panel Discussion

Moderator – Dr. N. Balasubramanian,
Director, Anna University & Chairman – IIChE CRC
11:40am - 12:10pm

Networking Lunch & Poster Session

 12:15pm - 1:00pm

Academia & Research

 Technical Session – 3 
8
Algae: An Efficient Method for Wastewater Treatment

Dr. Rathinam Raja - Prof & Director, Centre for Integrative Medical Research, Sree Balaji Medical College and Hospital, Chennai.

1:00pm - 1:15pm 
9 Innovative Pathways in Sustainable Water: Advanced Photocatalysis, Biochar Adsorption and Membrane Technologies
Dr. Keerthi - Asst Prof, Dept of Chemistry
CEG Campus, Anna University 
 1:20pm - 1:35pm 
 Certificate Distribution & Vote of Thanks
Dr. Kavitha N P - Asst Prof, Dept of Chemical Engineering
Sri Venkateswara College of Engineering & Treasurer – IIChE CRC 
 1:40pm - 2:00pm

About the Conference:

The conference will feature a special lecture by senior dignitaries and industry experts on Innovative Desalination Technologies for Freshwater Production, Water Reuse, and Resource Recovery. The session will explore cutting-edge advancements in desalination, highlighting sustainable and energy-efficient solutions for addressing global water challenges.


Experts will share valuable insights through real-world case studies, showcasing success​ful implementations and best practices in desalination and resource recovery. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of technological innovations, policy frameworks, and the future of water sustainability. This session is a must-attend for water professionals, researchers, policymakers, and industry stakeholders seeking to stay ahead in the evolving landscape of desalination and water reuse.

WATMAN International Conference 2025 in Association with Indian Desalination Association 
Day 2 - 27th Feb 2025

S.NOTOPICSPEAKERS  TIME

Special Lectures Technical Session – 4 
1Innovative Desalination Technologies for Freshwater Production Dr. Vinay K Srivastava - President, Indian Desalination Association3:30 - 3:45pm
Innovations in Water Reuse and Resource RecoveryProf. Madhu Agarwal - Hon. Secretary, Indian Desalination Association3:50pm - 4:30pm 

Registration Fee & Payment Details:

ThemeSustainable & Innovative Water Technologies
for Chemical Industry
Registration & Payment Link
 Poster Presentation (UG/PG Students/ Research Scholars). A2 size/ PortraitRs.500 per student https://pages.razorpay.com/pl_Ps160p90te81v6/view#
Start-up PitchingRs.2500 per teamhttps://pages.razorpay.com/pl_Ps1I5am18M4BJk/view#view-1

Note:

  • All poster presentation and start-up pitching participants will receive e-certificates.
  • Certificate hardcopies will be provided to the first 3 place winners at the end of the event.
  • Start-ups are encouraged to put up their standees and distribute their company brochures at the conference venue and expo. 
  • Tea/coffee with cookies will be provided for all the participants.
  • Chennai and Out-Station participants will need to take care of their lunch, accommodation and logistics. Food stalls will be available at the venue.

Organizers:

  • Dr. N. Balasubramanian, Chairman - IIChE-CRC
  • Mr. Vijay Samuel G, Joint Secretary - IIChE-CRC
  • Dr. Kavitha N. P, Treasurer - IIChE-CRC
  • Water Today Team

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