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Department of Chemistry Welcomes Dr. Jyoti Singh as Assistant Professor
The Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee), is pleased to welcome *Dr. Jyoti Singh*, who has recently joined the department as an Assistant Professor. The department warmly welcomes Dr. Singh and looks forward to her contributions to teaching, research, and academic activities.
Department of Chemistry Welcomes Dr. Jyoti Singh as Assistant Professor
The Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee), is pleased to welcome *Dr. Jyoti Singh*, who has recently joined the department as an Assistant Professor. The department warmly welcomes Dr. Singh and looks forward to her contributions to teaching, research, and academic activities.
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Chem Day 2026
The Department of Chemistry, IIT Roorkee, will celebrate ChemDay 2026 on 28 October 2026, providing a platform for students to showcase their research through oral and poster presentations and exchange scientific ideas.
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Message from Head of Department
Welcome to the webpage of the Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee. We are academic-oriented research institution, while both teaching and research are the integral parts. We attract bright young minds to conduct undergraduate and postgraduate courses as well as the Ph.D. and Postdoctoral research program. Students are our strength and alumni are the assets in our department. Department accommodates world-class faculty members who are great teachers as well as researchers in the forefront. We are also supported by a group of staff members who discharge their duties efficiently and enthusiastically both on the technical and administrative fronts. Contemporary as well as fundamental research remain as our drives.
Best regards
Prof. Anuj Sharma
Head of the Department, Department of Chemistry
Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee
Roorkee-247667, Uttarakhand, India
Email: head@cy.iitr.ac.in
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Department of Chemistry Welcomes Dr. Jyoti Singh as Assistant Professor
The Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee), is pleased to welcome *Dr. Jyoti Singh*, who has recently joined the department as an Assistant Professor. The department warmly welcomes Dr. Singh and looks forward to her contributions to teaching, research, and academic activities.
Department of Chemistry Alumna Appointed Governor of Karnataka
Dr. Sudha Yadav, an alumna of the Department of Chemistry, IIT Roorkee, has been appointed as the Governor of Karnataka, highlighting the diverse achievements and contributions of the department’s alumni across academic, public service, and leadership domains.
IIT Roorkee Alumnus Mentors Young Researchers at IIT Hyderabad
An alumnus of the Department of Chemistry, IIT Roorkee, has contributed to nurturing young researchers through the TECO International Contest team at IIT Hyderabad, whose success was recently featured in The Times of India. The initiative highlights the importance of research, innovation, and mentorship in fostering the next generation of scientific talent.
Adrija Ghosh Receives Institute-Level Excellence in Doctoral Research Award
Dr. Adrija Ghosh, PhD in Chemistry from IIT Roorkee, received the Excellence in Doctoral Research Award at Convocation 2026 on 20 September 2026. Her research focuses on sustainable 3d-metal catalysis using nickel to convert biomass into valuable products, including the synthesis of tamoxifen. The Department of Chemistry congratulates Dr. Ghosh and her supervisor, Prof. Banerjee, on this achievement.
Srivardan Balaji Receives President’s Gold Medal at IIT Roorkee Convocation 2026
Srivardan Balaji, BS-MS in Chemical Sciences, Department of Chemistry, IIT Roorkee, received the President’s Gold Medal at Convocation 2026 for securing the highest CGPA among undergraduate graduates admitted through JEE (Advanced). He also received the Pharma Affiliates Excellence Award and the Best Project Award from the Department of Chemistry. The department congratulates him on these achievements and wishes him success in his professional journey.
Inauguration of Acharya P. C. Ray Auditorium and Departmental Academic Review 2026
The Department of Chemistry, IIT Roorkee, inaugurated the Acharya P. C. Ray Auditorium in the New Chemistry Department Building on 1 September 2026, followed by the Departmental Academic Review on 2 September 2026. The review brought together distinguished experts, faculty, students, and staff to discuss the department’s academic and research priorities. The occasion also marked the launch of the Departmental Academic Review Report and included visits to the department’s newly established laboratories and research facilities, highlighting its continued commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and innovation.
Launch of the Official LinkedIn Page of the Department of Chemistry, IIT Roorkee
The Department of Chemistry, IIT Roorkee, launched its official LinkedIn page to share departmental news, research highlights, academic events, achievements, and career opportunities, strengthening engagement with the scientific community, students, alumni, and research partners.
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Department of Chemistry Welcomes Dr. Jyoti Singh as Assistant Professor
The Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee), is pleased to welcome Dr. Jyoti Singh, who has recently joined the department as an Assistant Professor.
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Department of Chemistry Alumna Appointed Governor of Karnataka
Dr. Sudha Yadav, an alumna of the Department of Chemistry, IIT Roorkee, has been appointed as the Governor of Karnataka, highlighting the diverse achievements and contributions of the department’s alu
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IIT Roorkee Alumnus Mentors Young Researchers at IIT Hyderabad
An alumnus of the Department of Chemistry, IIT Roorkee, has contributed to nurturing young researchers through the TECO International Contest team at IIT Hyderabad, whose success was recently featured in The Times of India. The initiative highlights the importance of research, innovation, and mentorship in fostering the next generation of scientific talent.
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Events
ChemDay 2026: Student Research Presentations
The Department of Chemistry, IIT Roorkee, will celebrate ChemDay 2026 on 28 October 2026, providing a platform for students to showcase their research through oral and poster presentations and exchange scientific ideas.
FORCE 2026 Conference to Be Held in Mussoorie, Uttarakhand
The Department of Chemistry, IIT Roorkee, will organize FORCE 2026 from 30 October to 2 November 2026 in Mussoorie, Uttarakhand. Following four successful editions in Agra, Kathmandu, Alappuzha, and Singapore, the conference will bring together researchers and students for scientific discussions, exchange of ideas, and new collaborations. For queries or poster presentation enquiries, contact: forceiics2026@gmail.com
38th CRSI National Symposium in Chemistry and 20th CRSI-RSC Joint Symposium
The Department of Chemistry, IIT Roorkee, will host the 38th CRSI National Symposium in Chemistry (CRSI-NSC-38) and the 20th CRSI-RSC Joint Symposium from 4–7 February 2027. The symposium will bring together researchers and scientists to discuss advances across chemical sciences, featuring lectures, poster presentations, and opportunities for scientific exchange and collaboration. Dates: 4–7 February 2027 Venue: IIT Roorkee Abstract Submission Deadline: 30 November 2026 Registration Deadline: 15 December 2026
Workshop on “Amalgamation of Ancient Chemistry with Modern-Day Chemical Tools”
The Department of Chemistry, IIT Roorkee, in collaboration with Vigyan Bharati (VIBHA), successfully organized a one-day workshop on 9 October 2026, exploring the relevance of ancient Indian chemical knowledge in modern scientific research and innovation.
Prof. W. U. Malik Memorial Lecture (2026)
Honorable Speaker Padma Shri Prof. Krishna N. Ganesh SERB (ANRF) National Science Chair JNCASR, Bengaluru
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