16th International Conference on
Frontiers of Polymers and Advanced Materials (ICFPAM)
November 9-13, 2024
Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Berhampur
The International Conference on Frontiers of Polymers and Advanced Materials (ICFPAM-2024) is a multidisciplinary international forum on materials science and applications. It will be held in Berhampur, Odisha, India, from November 9-13, 2024. Inaugurated first in India in 1991, this meeting is a sequel of preceding, very successful series of international meetings organized in different locations around the world, such as Penang (Malaysia, 2019), Daejon (South Korea, 2016), Marrakesh (Morocco, 2015), Auckland (New Zealand, 2013), Pretoria (South Africa, 2011), Santiago de Chile (Chile, 2009), Krakow (Poland, 2007), Cancun (Mexico, 2005), Bucharest (Romania, 2003), Pernambuco (Brazil, 2001), Poznan (Poland, 1999), Cairo (Egypt, 1997), Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia, 1995), Jakarta (Indonesia, 1993) and in New Delhi (India, 1991). This meeting is returning to India after 33 years.
Over the years, the ICFPAM 2024 series has facilitated the collaboration of scientists, engineers, and industrial leaders and encouraged discussions on multidisciplinary aspects of macromolecular and materials science, leading to the exchange of scientific knowledge and the establishment of new collaborations. This year's conference encourages a free discussion of the most recent results of ongoing research work in functional materials and devices. The conference will include tutorial sessions (November 9, 2024) on polymers and advanced materials for the benefit of young researchers.
Objectives
To highlight advances and new findings in polymers and advanced materials worldwide and their impact on new technologies
To facilitate technology transfer and new business opportunities by bringing together global representatives from academia, research centers, industries, and business
To foster international collaborations and joint ventures
To facilitate the growth of private sector business
To promote the growth of scientific and technical infrastructure in the field of polymers and advanced materials technologies
Symposia
The conference will feature a diverse range of symposia covering cutting-edge research in materials science and engineering. Here are the symposia that will be held during the conference:
Symposium A: Polymers, Composites, and Hybrid Materials
Symposium B: Biomaterials, Natural Fibers, and Green Material Synthesis
Symposium C: Nanomaterials and their Applications
Symposium D: Materials in Healthcare and Medicine
Symposium E: Photonic and Electronic Materials
Symposium F: Sustainable Energy
Symposium G: Advanced Characterization Techniques for Materials
Nobel Laureates Forum (online)
Prof. Louis E. Brus
Nobel Prize in Chemistry (2023)
Department of Chemistry
Columbia University, New York, USA
Prof. William E. Moerner
Nobel Prize in Chemistry (2014)
Department of Chemistry
Stanford University, California, USA
Prof. Jean-Marie Lehn
Nobel Prize in Chemistry (1987)
ISIS - Universite de Strasbourg
Strasbourg, France
Interactive forum on AI in education and industry
Prof. A. Scott Weber is the Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs at the University at Buffalo, SUNY, leading UB's pursuit of excellence in research, education, and diversity initiatives. He established the Institute for Artificial Intelligence and Data Science (IAD) at the University at Buffalo to make an impact on AI education and research, creating opportunities for cross-disciplinary collaboration and innovation.
Mr. Debu Chatterjee is the Founder & CEO of KONFER, pioneering AI GRC solutions for enterprise risk and compliance management, with a background in leading technology ventures and a focus on AI innovation.
Prof. Mohan Kankanhalli is the Deputy Executive Chairman of AI Singapore and Provost's Chair Professor of Computer Science at NUS, driving AI research and its societal impact, with expertise in computer vision and digital trust.
Prof. C.V. Jawahar is the Dean of Research & Development at IIIT Hyderabad, an acclaimed researcher in computer vision and machine learning, recognized for his contributions to assistive technology solutions.
Prof. Venu Govindaraju is the Vice President for Research and Economic Development at the University at Buffalo, SUNY, a renowned AI expert known for his pioneering work in handwriting recognition and leadership in sponsored research initiatives.
Forum on International Funding Opportunities
Dr. Christopher Drew, Branch Chief, Asian Office of Aerospace Research and Development (AOARD), Tokyo, Japan
Dr. Harish Potukuchi, Research Director, US Army Futures Command (AFC), New Delhi, India
Dr. John J. Boeckl, Senior International Focal Point, Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), Materials and Manufacturing Directorate, OH, United States
Dr. Kyle Gustafson, Science Director, U.S. Office of Naval Research (ONR) Global, Sao Paulo, Brazil
Dr. Joel Goodman, Science Director, U.S. Office of Naval Research (ONR) Global, Singapore
Dr. Nandini Iyer, International Program Officer, European Office of Aerospace Research and Development (EOARD), London, United Kingdom
Dr. Todd Rushing, International Program Officer, Asian Office of Aerospace Research and Development (AOARD), Tokyo, Japan
Tutorials
Prof. Swaminathan Sivaram
Honorary Professor Emeritus and INSA Emeritus Scientist
IISER Pune, India
Tutorial on Polymer Science
Prof. Anderson Gomes
Department of Physics
Universidade Federal de Pernambuco, Recife, Brazil
Tutorial on Biophotonics
Prof. Krishna Rajan
Department of Materials Design and Innovation
University at Buffalo, NY, USA
Tutorial on New Characterization Techniques
Prof. Indrajit Roy
Department of Chemistry
University of Delhi, India
Tutorial on Nanomedicine