Delegates from India and other countries attend the inaugural session of the three-day International Conference on Advanced Materials for Clean Energy and Health Applications at Coimbatore Institute of Technology on Wednesday.
The 4th International Conference on Advanced Materials for Clean Energy and Health Applications (AMCEHA 2026) began on Wednesday (June 3) at Coimbatore Institute of Technology (CIT), bringing together over 300 delegates from India, Norway, Sri Lanka, South Korea, the United Kingdom, the United States.The conference was inaugurated by chief guest N. Kalaiselvi, Director General, Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), and presided over by R. Santossh, chairman and correspondent, CIT.In her inaugural address, Ms. Kalaiselvi emphasised the urgent need for global collaboration in addressing contemporary challenges through science, technology and innovation. She underlined India’s vision of becoming a Viksit Bharat by 2047 and stated that the country’s scientific and technological progress should contribute not only to national development but also to solving global challenges.She also noted that India is richly endowed with natural resources and called upon scientists and researchers to focus on identifying, mapping and utilising naturally occurring hydrogen reserves. While green hydrogen remains a major priority, she observed that reducing hydrogen production costs and exploring alternative sources such as white hydrogen could significantly contribute to future energy security and the global transition towards clean energy. She further urged young researchers to focus on impactful innovations in advanced materials, sustainable energy systems and next-generation clean technologies.The conference also featured a roundtable discussion titled ‘Lab-to-Fab: Translating Advanced Materials into Industry,’ which brings together industrial leaders, research organisations, universities and innovation agencies to discuss pathways for converting research outcomes into industrial applications.Another key attraction is Innovator Showcase 2026, which provides a platform for students, researchers, startups and innovators to present novel ideas, prototypes and emerging technologies in clean energy, advanced materials and healthcare. Published - June 03, 2026 07:06 pm IST
