Report
The ChemFest-2K25 at the Chemical Engineering Department of K. K. Wagh Institute of Engineering Education and Research, Nashik, was a much-anticipated event held on the 3rd and 4th of march 2025, dedicated to showcasing cutting-edge advancements and research in chemical engineering. The event served as an invaluable platform for students, faculty, and industry professionals to share knowledge, spur innovation, and cultivate meaningful collaborations. This report encapsulates the key activities, competitions, and notable achievements of this dynamic event.
Event Highlights
Inauguration
The ChemFest-2K25 kicked off with an inspiring Inaugural Ceremony featuring Mr. Sonu Zunj, Director, SVAAR Process Industries, Nashik brought a wealth of expertise from both academia and industry. He shared valuable insights into emerging trends in chemical engineering, highlighting the significance of interdisciplinary collaboration. The event was graced by esteemed judges: Dr. Sharda K. Patil, Professor, KKWagh Sr. College, Saraswati Nagar and Dr. Dipak K. Chandre, HOD Chemical Engineering, SVIT Chincholi, Additionally, Dr. S. N. Jain (HOD, Chemical Department, K.K.W.I.E.E.R.) and all faculty members were in attendance. Rinki Zanjhote and Khushi Gupta skillfully anchored the event. While Dr Yennam Rajesh, the Faculty Coordinator of Chemfest2K24, delivered the Inaugural address, setting an inspiring tone for the festival.
Glimpse of Inauguration Ceremony-Chemfest-2025
Following were the topics for the competition:
- Sustainable development for cleaner production
- Separation & Purification Techniques for Energy & Waste Management
- Environmental Chemistry and Green Technology
- Materials for carbon capture, storage, and utilization.
- Modern Physio-Chemical, Bio-Separation & Purification Processes for Environmental Management
- Nanotechnology & Polymer Science Applications for Environmental Remediation
- Utilization of waste materials for a circular economy.
- Process Intensification in the chemical industries
- Pharmaceuticals synthesis and applications
- AI&ML applications in Chemical Engineering
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