Chemistry Interfaces at the Forefront of Energy and Sustainability
ACS Spring 2025
Global Virtual Symposium
Chemistry Interfaces at the Forefront of Energy and Sustainability
Physical Chemistry Division
The interdisciplinary topic aims to explore the dynamic interactions between energy advances, sustainable practices, materials, and chemical sciences. It will highlight how cutting-edge research and interdisciplinary approaches can address the rising global energy demand and environmental challenges with new and improved technologies.
This symposium will also explore progress in renewable energy technologies, sustainable chemical processes, and materials enhancing energy efficiency and storage. It will stimulate deliberation and collaboration among renowned doyens from academia, industry, and policy to create forward-thinking solutions. Attendees will gain insights into the latest scientific discoveries, practical applications, and forthcoming trends that lie at the intersection of energy, sustainability, and chemistry.
It also provides a special opportunity to look at how chemistry and sustainability work together to solve global energy glitches and move towards a more sustainable future.
Symposium Features
Present your research in your local time zone
Inviting all early career chemists from diverse regions such as Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Latin America, and Oceania to deliver flash presentations.
Get exposure and recognition
As a presenter, you will receive a certificate of participation at ACS Meetings.
Abstracts will be listed in the CAS database and can be added to your Google Scholar profile.
Symposium schedule
Symposium will feature multiple sessions from March 23-27.
Sessions will be programmed at convenient daytimes of multiple regions such as Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Latin America, and Oceania; however, for the Americas, these sessions will be at early mornings and late nights.
Symposium Chairs
Binoy K Saikia
CSIR-North East Institute of Science & Technology, Jorhat, India
Ujjal Gautam
Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Mohali, India
Plenary Speakers
Menny Shalom
Ben-Gurion University, Israel
Michael Hochella
Virginia Tech, United States
Xing Fan
Shandong University of Science and Technology, China
Invited Speakers
Ashutosh Thakur
CSIR-North East Institute of Science & Technology, Jorhat, India
Bappi Paul
National Forensic Science University, India
Buddha Deka Boruah
University College London, United Kingdom
Debajyoti Mahanta
Gauhati University, India
Hemant Choudhary
Sandia National Laboratories, USA
Kamalakannan Kailasam
Institute of Nanoscience and Technology Mohali, India
Michelle Browne
Helmholtz Centre Berlin, Germany
Moumita Rana
TU Delft, Netherlands
Pablo Jimenez Calvo
Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Germany
Paolo Guisto
Max Planck Institute of Colloids and Interfaces, Germany
Sasanka Deka
University of Delhi, India
Tokeer Ahmad
Jamia Millia Islamia, India
Yohei Cho
Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology, Japan
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are Flash presentations?
They are brief, impactful, and convey information about a novel protocol, perspective, technique, or research results. For instance, one Flash Talk may describe an innovative interdisciplinary research outcome. Another may describe results for a pilot/prototype study.
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Can I submit an abstract if I'm not an early career researcher?
This symposium focuses on early career researchers, but all researchers are welcome to attend. However, the format of the presentation will be 8 minutes flash talk.
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What is the submission deadline for abstracts?
The submission deadline for abstracts is September 30, 11:59 PM ET.
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What is the required format for abstracts?
Abstracts should be 2500 characters or less and include the title, author(s), and a concise description of your research.
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Can I include images or figures in my abstract?
Yes, limited use of images or figures is permitted to enhance your abstract's content.
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When will I know if my abstract is accepted?
Presenters can expect to receive their acceptance notices approximately 3 months before the meeting. Scheduling notices are sent periodically starting approximately 2 months before the meeting.
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What if I can't attend the symposium on the scheduled date?
While attending is encouraged, if you can't participate in real time, you can still submit an abstract for inclusion. In case the abstract is accepted, you can share a recorded version of flash talk.
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Do I need to register separately if my abstract is accepted?
Yes, accepted presenters will have to register for ACS Spring 2025. Symposium organizers will reach out to confirm their participation.
