Frontiers of Physical Chemistry 2026

About The Meeting

A National Flagship Gathering of Physical Chemists

Bringing together experimental and theoretical physical and biophysical chemists from across India to cross-fertilize ideas, discuss new research paradigms, and foster interdisciplinary collaborations.

Exploring Frontiers Across Experiments, Computations & Theory

The Frontiers of Physical Chemistry 2026 conference is conceived as a premier national platform to showcase the vibrant landscape of physical and biophysical chemistry research in India.

Over three and a half intensive days (October 28–31, 2026), the meeting will host keynote and invited lectures by leading pioneers, presentations by promising young faculty members and postdoctoral researchers, as well as extensive poster sessions.

A unique hallmark and signature tradition of these Physical Chemistry symposia has been active poster presentations by senior faculty members and mentors alongside enthusiastic PhD scholars and students.

3.5

Conference Days Oct 28 – 31, 2026

30+

Invited Lectures Pioneers & Leaders

90+

Poster Presentations Scholars & Faculty

S. N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences, Kolkata (Host Institution)

Scientific Scope

Core Conference Themes

Spanning fundamental theory, quantum dynamics, state-of-the-art spectroscopic experiments, and modern computational methodologies at the interface of chemistry, physics, and biology.

AI & Machine Learning in Chemistry

Neural network potential energy surfaces, generative molecular discovery, data-driven kinetics, and AI-accelerated quantum mechanics.

Molecular Dynamics of Complex Liquids

Hydration shells, ionic liquids, deep eutectic solvents, glass transition dynamics, and solvation phenomena across time scales.

Ultrafast & Nonlinear Spectroscopy

Femtosecond transient absorption, 2D-IR, THz time-domain spectroscopy, single-molecule fluorescence, and cavity ring-down methods.

Chemical Physics & Quantum Chemistry

Electronic structure theory, coupled-cluster methods, DFT, relativistic quantum chemistry, non-adiabatic transitions, and quantum materials.

Chemical Reaction Dynamics & Kinetics

Molecular beam scattering, transition state theory, tunneling kinetics, gas-phase & interfacial reactions, and catalytic mechanism mapping.

Electrochemistry & Energy Materials

Interfacial charge transfer, battery & fuel cell chemistry, porous organic frameworks (POFs/MOFs), electrocatalysis, and solar energy conversion.

Atmospheric & Astrochemistry

Aerosol chemistry, trace gas monitoring, interstellar dust & icy grain reactions, planetary atmospheres, and environmental photochemistry.

Method Development: Experiments & Computations

Enhanced free energy sampling methods, QM/MM algorithms, advanced optical instrumentation, and multiscale modeling approaches.

Distinguished Faculty

Invited Speakers (Tentative)

Featuring eminent physical and biophysical chemists, senior practitioners, and pioneers from premier Indian research institutions, IITs, IISERs, and universities.

Poster Presentations

Invited Poster Presenters (Tentative)

Showcasing poster contributions from senior faculty members, mentors, young investigators, and research scholars across India.

To be updated shortly

The tentative list of invited poster presenters and contributed abstracts will be announced here soon upon conclusion of the review process.

Leadership & Organization

Organizing Committees

Jointly organized by S. N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences (SNBNCBS) in collaboration with premier partner institutions.

Conveners

RB

Prof. Ranjit Biswas Convener SNBNCBS, Kolkata

SC

Prof. Suman Chakrabarty Convener SNBNCBS, Kolkata

Co-Conveners

AP

Prof. Amit Paul Co-Convener Bose Institute, Kolkata

AD

Prof. Ayan Datta Co-Convener IACS, Kolkata

SR

Prof. Susmita Roy Co-Convener IISER Kolkata

Local Organizing Committee (SNBNCBS)

PP

Dr. Pradip Pachfule LOC Member Dept. of Chemical & Biological Sciences

MP

Prof. Manik Pradhan LOC Member Dept. of Chemical & Biological Sciences

RD

Prof. Ramkrishna Das LOC Member Astrophysics & High Energy Physics

MK

Prof. Manoranjan Kumar LOC Member Condensed Matter Physics & Material Sciences

AH

Dr. Arijit Haldar LOC Member Physical & Chemical Sciences

National Advisory Board

To be updated soon

The national advisory council comprising senior fellows of Indian science academies and international advisors is currently being constituted and will be updated here soon.

Conference Schedule

Scientific Program

Four days of inspiring plenary talks, thematic technical sessions, young investigator presentations, and vibrant poster interactions.

To be announced

The detailed day-wise scientific schedule, session timings, and talk titles will be announced in due course.

Conference Dates: October 28 – 31, 2026 (SNBNCBS, Kolkata)

Participation

Registration & Important Dates

Important deadlines, fee categories, and abstract submission details for delegates, students, and invited attendees.

Key Milestone Dates

Current Status First Announcement Released August 2026

Abstracts Abstract Submission Opens To be announced soon

Submission Deadline Last Date for Abstract Submission To be updated soon

Review Intimation of Acceptance To be updated soon

Registration Early Bird Registration Closes To be updated soon

Event Conference Dates October 28 – 31, 2026

Registration Categories & Fees

Registration includes admission to all scientific sessions, conference kit & proceedings, lunches, session teas/snacks, banquet dinner, and certificate of participation.

Category	Fee (INR)	Details
Faculty & Scientists	To be updated soon	Indian delegates / Mentors
Students & Postdocs	To be updated soon	PhD Scholars / Research Fellows
Industry Delegates	To be updated soon	Corporate / R&D Industry
Accompanying Person	To be updated soon	Food & banquet only

Abstract Submission Guidelines

Abstracts are invited for Poster Presentations (~90 slots) and selected Short Oral Talks.
Word count limit: 200 words (including 1 key representative figure and minimal references).
A standardized Microsoft Word / LaTeX abstract template will be provided here for download.

Registration Portal (Opening Soon)

Host City & Logistics

Venue, Accommodation & Travel

Located in the serene Salt Lake Sector III campus of S. N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences, Kolkata.

S. N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences, Salt Lake, Kolkata

About the Host Institution (SNBNCBS)

Established in 1986 under the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, S. N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences is an autonomous research institute dedicated to honoring the legacy of legendary Indian theoretical physicist Professor Satyendra Nath Bose.

The centre boasts modern auditorium facilities (Silver Jubilee Hall), on-campus guest houses, scientific computing facilities, and state-of-the-art physical chemistry research laboratories.

Campus Address:
S. N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences
Block JD, Sector III, Salt Lake, Kolkata - 700 106, West Bengal, India

Accommodation

Invited speakers and selected participants will be accommodated in the SNBNCBS Guest House. Additional accommodation will be arranged in nearby hotels and guest houses in Salt Lake (Sector III / Sector V).

From Kolkata Airport (CCU)

Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) is approx. 13 km (~30–40 mins drive) from the venue. Prepaid taxis, Uber, and Ola are readily available at the airport arrivals terminal.

From Railway Stations

Howrah (HWH): ~14 km (~45 mins).
Sealdah (SDAH): ~9 km (~25 mins).
Kolkata Station (KOAA): ~8 km.
Connected via Kolkata Metro Green Line (Salt Lake Stadium / Karunamoyee).

Help & Guidelines

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to common questions regarding participation, poster guidelines, travel, and logistics.

Registration includes access to all scientific sessions and lectures, conference kit and abstract booklet, daily lunch and session tea/coffee refreshments for all 3.5 days, participation in poster sessions, the conference banquet dinner, and an official Certificate of Participation.

PhD scholars, postdoctoral fellows, young faculty members, and senior faculty members are all welcome to present posters. Poster presentations by faculty members and mentors are a signature highlight of this conference series.

Standard poster boards will accommodate vertical (portrait) posters up to A0 size (841 mm width × 1189 mm height) or 3 feet × 4 feet. Mounting pins and materials will be provided on-site.

Invited speakers will be provided accommodation in the SNBNCBS on-campus Guest House. Student and postdoc participants will be offered accommodation in nearby student guest houses/hostels or discounted partner hotels in Salt Lake on a first-come, first-served basis.

Yes. Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi access (including eduroam authentication) will be available across all lecture halls, dining areas, and guest rooms on the SNBNCBS campus.

Get In Touch

Contact & Conference Secretariat

Feel free to reach out to the conveners and organizing team for any queries regarding registration, abstracts, sponsorship, or accommodation.

Conference Conveners

Prof. Ranjit Biswas Department of Chemical & Biological Sciences, SNBNCBS
Email: ranjit@bose.res.in
Mobile: +91 84798 92565

Prof. Suman Chakrabarty Department of Chemical & Biological Sciences, SNBNCBS
Email: sumanc@bose.res.in
Mobile: +91 96045 58056

Secretariat & Venue Address

S. N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences
Block JD, Sector III, Salt Lake
Kolkata - 700 106, West Bengal, India

Official Email:
sophyc.contact@gmail.com

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