Objective

* To promote interdisciplinary and experiential learning in chemical sciences, in line with the vision of the National Education Policу (NEP 2020), by integrating concepts of research, innovation, and sustainability into the teaching-learning framework.

* To highlight recent advances in chemical energy systems, focusing on the design and synthesis of new materials for electrochemical, photochemical, and catalytic energy conversion and storage.

* To explore molecular-level mechanisms of energy-related processes, emphasizing catalyst design, reaction pathways, non-covalent interactions, and the role of osmolytes in the stability and function of chemical and biological systems. .

* To strengthen the interface between experimental and computational research, using first-principle calculations (DFT, ab initio, molecular dynamics) for understanding structure-property-function relationships in chemical energy systems.

* To encourage research-led education and capacity building among young students, providing them a platform to interact with leading researchers, present their work, and develop critical thinking - in harmony with the NEP's goal of nurturing creativity and innovation in higher education.

* To align academic research with national sustainability goals, advancing clean energy technologies, green chemistry practices, and self-reliance in energy materials research, consistent with the Atmanirbhar Bharat and NEP 2020 innovation ecosystem.