The international workshop on Membrane Technologies for Desalination, Energy and Water Sustainability (MemDEW) will be organized by the Department of Hydrology, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, India. MemDEW will cover a wide range of topics related to membrane transport processes. Some potential areas of discussion will include the mechanisms underlying transport across membranes, the properties of different membrane materials and their impact on transport, the design and optimization of membrane-based separation processes, and the development of new membrane technologies for specific applications. Additionally, the emphasis on numerical modeling suggests that attendees may discuss computational methods for simulating transport phenomena and how these can be used to guide experimental design and interpretation. Overall, MemDEW will provide a platform for sharing the most recent technological innovations and scientific developments associated with desalination, water resources management, water treatment technology, and water/environmental issues, including emerging pollutants, zero liquid discharge, resource recovery, green energy, health, and gas separation. It will examine how the latest developments in membrane technology can improve water quality and reliability. In addition to desalination and membrane bioreactor applications, the Workshop unveils new technologies for treating water and wastewater.

This workshop aims to bring together an interdisciplinary group of researchers, like-minded organizations, and stakeholders, including research organizations, universities, NGOs, and SMEs from various parts of the globe to share their knowledge and research findings on the latest developments. It will facilitate the exchange of ideas on the topics mentioned above, especially about low-cost water treatment, wastewater treatment, recycling, and reuse. The workshop will feature invited lectures by distinguished experts from reputable universities and institutions, paper presentations, and interactive sessions. Faculty members, research scholars, and students will also have the opportunity to showcase their own work and receive feedback from experts.

• Microfiltration, ultrafiltration, nanofiltration, and reverse osmosis

• Emerging membrane technologies: Membrane distillation, Forward osmosis

• Resources recovery from brine waste

• Contaminants removal from water/wastewater by a hybrid membrane system ·         

• Wastewater management

• Advanced chemical pretreatment and post-treatment processes

• Advanced membrane characterization techniques

• Fabrication of polymeric, ceramic and composite membranes

• Membrane rejuvenation / restoration and disposal

• Nanotechnology for membranes

• Green energy

• Membranes for fuel cells, electrolyzer

• Role of polymeric membranes in drug delivery, healthcare apparel, and personal protective equipment

• Geotextiles fabrics for embankment dams

• Hands-on training on fabrication of polymeric membranes, laboratory tours, and exposure to various instruments

• Participants will have a deep understanding of the advancement in membrane technologies for various applications.

• Participants will have a practical experience with different membrane fabrication techniques 

• There will be dedicated sessions on the fundamentals, transport mechanism, and governing theory of porous membranes.

• Demonstration of different membrane filtration assemblies with in-depth elaboration on operational parameters.

• Participants will be educated about different membrane characterization and autopsy techniques.

• Dedicated sessions on membrane fouling mitigation strategies and in-situ detection mechanisms.

• The training program will provide participants with the knowledge and skills needed to make more informed decisions about membrane-based desalination and water/wastewater, energy generation, health, and food management industries.

The MemDEW workshop will have the following programs:

1. Lectures: The program will include a series of lectures led by experienced resources experts. These lectures will provide participants with a comprehensive overview of the latest membrane-based technologies and tools in the field, as well as their application in the context of water, desalination, energy and healthcare. Through the lectures, participants will gain a deep understanding of the key concepts and theories related to membrane technologies. The lectures will be interactive, allowing participants to ask questions and engage with the material in a meaningful way.

2. Hands-on tutorials and practical: Apart from classroom lectures, there will be exposure to membrane fabrication, characterization, autopsy techniques, and different applications. Special lab tour to the Advanced Membrane Research Lab, Department of Hydrology and Centre for Nanotechnology, IIT Roorkee. 

3. Discussion sessions: There will in-depth discussion among participants, researchers and industry representatives to address.

4. Minor projects and presentations: Participants will have the opportunity to do small projects and present their results with the rest of the group. The presentations will cover a wide range of topics. This will not only provide a platform for sharing knowledge and ideas but will also foster collaboration and networking among workshop attendees.

The target audience for the program includes:

• Ph.D. research scholars

• Masters’ students

• Project staffs

• Early career researchers/faculty members

• Working professionals

• Industries

Motivated students currently pursuing their Post-graduate or Doctorate research and early career academicians in the specialization of Civil/Environmental/Chemical Engineering and interdisciplinary areas like Polymer Technology, desalination, water management from reputed Institutions / Universities of India and abroad. Further, there will be the participation of relevant membrane-based industries. The candidates would be selected based on criteria decided by the duly formed committee for the purpose.

Day 1:

11:00 AM to 6:00 PM: Registration

  4:30 PM – 5:20 PM: Hands-on training on fabrication of polymeric membranes, laboratory tours, and exposure to various instruments

Day 2:

9:00 AM – 6:00 PM: Inaugural function, Keynote talks, Presentations, Networking cum refreshment breaks, Lunch break and poster presentations.

7.30 PM: Gala Dinner

Day 3: 

9:00 AM – 6:00 PM: Presentations, Networking cum refreshment breaks, and Lunch break, Joint discussion and Q&A session, Networking cum refreshment break, Valedictory session

Join the MemDEW-2023 from 18th to 20th October at the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, Roorkee, Uttarakhand, India. You will be at the forefront of technological innovation alongside membrane experts, customers, partners, community members, and industry leaders. With keynote speakers, interactive sessions, hands-on training, and tutorials, the MemDEW 2023 no doubt can help you and your team to move forward together! 

Payment for registrations of MemDEW 2023 can be made online.

• Account Name: Conference, Seminar, Symposium & WShop IIT ROORKEE

• Account Number: 33136732957

• IFSC Code: SBIN0001069

• MICR Code: 247002094

• SWIFT Code: SBININBB559 

We do not offer refunds for this registration of MemDEW 2023. We shall not be liable for reimbursing the cost of travel or accommodation arrangements made by participants. 

Title           Registration Fee

Academic staff / faculty ₹ 2500

Student / Research Scholar ₹ 1500

Industry personnel/governmental officials ₹ 5000

International Delegates US$ 250

International Students                                 US$ 75 

Registration open                                                  18th July 2023

Last date of application                                          25th September 2023

Intimation of shortlisted candidates                         30th September 2023