IAAM Conferences 2023
United Nations (UN) 2023 Water Conference | 22 – 24 March 2023, New York, USA
Ashutosh Tiwari, Ethan Hirsch-Tauber, and Ruth DeFries
UN World Water Conference was organized at the United Nations headquarters in New York from
March 22nd – March 24th 2023, and was inaugurated by His Excellency UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres.
This 2023 UN Water Conference Side Event at New York was jointly organized by the International Association of Advanced Materials and People’s World Commission on Drought and Flood. IAAM organised this W119 side event, UN 2023 Water Conference at Bronx Community College (BCC), City University of New York (CUNY), USA and Columbia University, USA. The side event program featured, published books, and water-themed films were premiered among the delegates.
The Side Event contributed to the thematic interactive dialogues ID 3: Water for Climate, Resilience and Environment: Source to sea, Biodiversity, Climate, Resilience and DRR (SDGs 6.5, 6.6, 7, 11, 5, 13, 14, 15). This side event in connection with the UN 2023 Water Conference assimilated the learning from different disciplines that covered various facets of water security. The event was aimed to discuss solutions that can be implemented in a coordinated and comprehensive manner to mitigate the effects of drought and flood. To discuss some important solutions like water management, flood protection, rainwater harvesting, climate-resilient agriculture, forest management, early warning system and climate adaptation.
The purpose of this side event was to bring together experts and practitioners from various fields to discuss the latest strategies and approaches for managing the complex challenges of drought and floods. The event provided a platform for sharing experiences, knowledge, and best practices in dealing with natural hazards and exploring ways to increase resilience and reduce vulnerability.
The event provided a unique opportunity for participants to learn from experts, exchange ideas and network with other professionals in the field. It also contributed to the advancement of knowledge and best practices in dealing with drought and floods and support the implementation of sustainable and effective drought and flood management policies and programs. Technical sessions and the panel discussion with the case studies was very impactful in fulfilling the objectives of the UN side event.
On the first day, 23 March 2023, a significant side event took place at the Bronx Community College (BCC), which is part of the City University of New York (CUNY). The event featured esteemed speakers such as Dr. Ashutosh Tiwari, Secretary General of IAAM. The event was focused on the theme of sustainable growth, focusing on water rejuvenation, mitigation, and adaptation measures. Opening with warm introductions, welcome remarks, and appreciation from Dr. Thomas A. Isekenegbe, President of BCC-CUNY, Dr. Ashutosh Tiwari, and Prof. Paramita Sen, the event proceeded with a captivating keynote address by Dr. Singh. Among the notable speakers were Dr. Paramita Sen, Dr. Neal Phillip, and Dr. Naresh Devineni from the CUNY CREST Institute, V. Prakash Rao, Chairman of IPRBC, Zachary Weiss, Founder of Water Storeys, and Ethan Hirsch-Tauber, Founder of The Water Folk. The event also featured prominent individuals such as Dr. Martin Schoonen from Brookhaven National Laboratory, Dr. Dimitri Katehis from NYC Dept of Environmental Protection, and Dr. Dipak Gyawali, Commissioner of Himalayan Hindukush, Nepal. Sweta Jhunjhunwala, founder of Tulsipatra Foundation, Jalbiradari National Convener Satyanarayana Bolisetty, and Jalbiradari member Nagamani Bolisetty were also present, along with Dr Christopher Boxe from Howard University and Dr. Snehal Donde, Chairperson of SKECT. Shrikant Paygavhane from Mission 500, India, Rajesh Sundaresan from PWCDF, Sweden, and Nicholas Salazar Sutil, Director of Guardians Worldwide, added their valuable perspectives. Frederick Kincheloe of Savin Engineers, White Plains, USA, also brought his expertise to the event. The closing remarks were made by Dr. Reza Khanbilvardi, Executive Director of the CUNY CREST Institute. Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, MP, and Minister of Jal Shakti, India, and G. Asok Kumar, Director General of Namami Gange, India, commended the importance of sustainability, cooperation, and water security. The side event gathered around 20 scientific experts who provided credible testimony and engaged in discussions on water cycle mitigation, adaptation, and innovation.
On the second day, the side event took place at Columbia University on 24 March 2023, showcasing the growing importance of advanced materials in vital areas such as water cycle rejuvenation, energy, and the environment. These materials have become essential for the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals set by the United Nations. The event featured a distinguished lineup of speakers, including Dr. Rajendra Singh, Chairman of PWCDF; Dr. Ashutosh Tiwari, Secretary General of IAAM; Prof. Mukand Singh Babel from the Asian Institute of Technology in Thailand; Jayesh Joshi, Founder of Vaaghdhara; Narendra Chugh, Convener of Maharashtra Jalbiradari; Ana Cristina Merino and Abhimanyu Tyagi, Presidents of SUMASA Board 2023, along other esteemed delegates. The session attracted more than 50 students and 100 external participants. Moderated by Sweta Jhunjhunwala, a SUMASA alumni and PWCDF advisor, the event began with an introduction followed by a public lecture by Dr. Rajendra Singh, focussing on water risks due to climate change. A Q&A session followed, and the event ended with UN delegates engaging in discussions with students and faculty from Columbia University. The delegations emphasised the importance of revitalising ecosystems and rejuvenating water cycles through global cooperation, including scientific collaboration, and aligning with the 2030 #SDGs Agenda. They highlighted the importance of transboundary water initiatives, recognising water as the primary resource for human survival. Encouraged individuals to contribute to a sustainable future, they stressed the collective responsibility of each person. The event marked the release of three notable water-themed movies, namely Reviving River, Water is Peace and Resilience.
LINK: “UN-IAAM, Climate-resilience-addressing-drought-and-floods”, accessed on 24 November 2023,
https://sdgs.un.org/partnerships/climate-resilience-addressing-drought-and-floods
Advanced Composite & Functional Materials Congress | 27 – 30 April 2023, Orlando, USA
Conference Chairs: Ashutosh Tiwari, John J. Myers, Ramesh Agrawal
The 54th Assembly of Advanced Materials Congress was organized by the International Association of Advanced Materials (IAAM) in Orlando, USA from April 27 to 30, 2023. This was the 54th assembly of AMC, aims to foster cutting-edge technology and innovation towards a climate-neutral future. This American assembly brings together various congresses under one roof, including the Advanced Functional Materials Congress, Composite Materials Congress, and Advanced Materials Lecture Series, providing a unique hybrid experience.
The opening ceremony of the conference took place at onsite location, Orlando, USA in the congress venue. Ashutosh Tiwari, the Secretary General of IAAM and Director of the Institute of Advanced Materials in Sweden, delivered a welcome message to the delegates. He informed that congress received 271 abstracts from 26 countries and will present 112 presentations from all five continents, covering 19 thematic sessions chaired by 39 renowned experts. The congress runs for four days, with 13 online and 06 onsite sessions, totaling 42 hours over different time zones. Secretary IAAM, highlighted IAAM’s support for Sustainable Development Goals and its recent accreditation in the United Nations for climate and water activities.
Following Dr. Tiwari’s welcome message, Prof. John J. Myers, the Congress Chair and Director of the Missouri Center for Transportation Innovation, Missouri University of Science and Technology, USA, addressed the audience. Myers expressed his enthusiasm for the conference and spoke about the importance of materials science in advancing technology and driving innovation. During the opening of online live session, Conference Chair, Professor Ramesh Agarwal, The William Palm Professor of Engineering at Washington University in St. Louis & Flood, USA, welcomed all delegates and emphasized the importance of knowledgeable talks. Further, Program Director of the Advanced Materials Congress, welcomed all session chairs and provided information on the Congress’s format and guidelines.
Advanced Materials Congress | 28 – 31 August 2023, Stockholm, Sweden
Fellow Summit | Baltic Conference Series | Advanced Energy Materials & Technology Congress
Conference Chairs: Qingyuan Wang, Rajendra Singh
The International Association of Advanced Materials organised 55th Advanced Materials Congress (AMC), held from August 28th to 31st, 2023, in the beautiful city Stockholm, Sweden. This prestigious event brought together several important IAAM gatherings, including the Baltic Conference Series, Advanced Energy Materials & Technology Congress, IAAM Fellow Summit (Baltic Fellow Summit), and Advanced Materials Lecture Series, all under one comprehensive roof. The uniqueness of this congress was amplified by the “Knowledge Experience at Sea™” format, where onsite sessions continued while sailing from Stockholm, Sweden, on August 28th, to Helsinki, Finland, and back to Stockholm on August 29th. The Advanced Materials Congress promised to be a memorable and enriching experience for all participants, fostering collaboration, innovation, and the exchange of groundbreaking ideas in the field of advanced materials.
Dr. Ashutosh Tiwari, Secretary General of the International Association of Advanced Materials and Director of the Institute of Advanced Materials, IAAM, Sweden graced the audience with a warm welcome message. Dr. Tiwari’s message resonated with the attendees, highlighting the vital role that the International Association of Advanced Materials plays in advancing the field. He announced that a total of 211 presentations, representing 31 countries, will be featured during the conference. The congress consisted of 41 thematic sessions, skillfully chaired by 84 renowned specialists, providing a cumulative total of 74 hours of knowledge sharing over four stimulating days.
European Advanced Materials Congress | 23 – 26 September 2023, Southampton, UK
Conference Chairs: Ashutosh Tiwari, Ramon Eritja, Spomenka Kobe
The International Association of Advanced Materials welcomes delegates in the European Advanced Materials Congress in Southampton, UK from 23 – 26 September 2023. This congress was organized with Onsite and Online LIVE Hybrid Setups, where onsite sessions was hosted at the Conference Center, M/S MSC Virtuosa (Southampton,-Netherlands-Southampton). This is 56th assembly of the Advanced Materials Congress, which brings together the IAAM Fellow Summit and Advanced Materials Lecture Series under one roof, offering a unique hybrid experience. The AMC assembly is one of the comprehensive advanced materials forum to discuss the recent trends and deep intuition for academia and industry.
The congress covered a wide range of topics through the Advanced Materials Lecture Series of oral and poster presentations, onsite welcome ceremony, and IAAM felicitation ceremony at both onsite and online LIVE setups. Conference secretary Dr. Ashutosh Tiwari informed that 56th assembly received 232 abstracts from 48 countries and conducted 96 presentations from four continents (America, Europe, Asia and Africa). The congress consists of 21 thematic sessions chaired by 41 renowned experts, totaling 39 hours over four days, covering Advanced Materials Lectures for high tech applications.
International Conference on Translational Research and Innovation
18 – 19 October 2023, China | Conference Chairs: Qingyuan Wang, Ashutosh Tiwari
International Conference on Translational Research and Innovation (ICTRI 2023) was fostered meaningful relationships that are mutually beneficial with leading materials professionals from ten different countries. The ICTRI 2023 demonstrated progress in the sectors of health, energy, and environment with active participation of 45 speakers on 10 thematic sessions such as Climate Neutral Technologies, Net zero and Environmental Valorization, Energy Innovation and Technologies, Renewable Resources and Storage Technology, Structural Engineering and Sustainable Materials Engineering, Composite & Ceramic Materials Technology, Healthcare Research and Innovation, Biomaterials and Biodevices, Sensors and Flexible Devices, Artificial Intelligence and Materials Modelling respectively. This 3rd assembly represented an amalgamation of advanced materials, for translational and policy aspects organized by the International Advanced Materials Association and Chengdu University. The Organizing Committee of the conference warmly welcomes researchers from around the world to participate and display their research results and products. The conference is based on the strategic cooperation resolution signed by Chengdu University and IAAM, as well as the planning goals of the IAAM 2030 Scientific Research and Transformation Innovation agenda in the field of energy and health. ICTRI 2023 was especially focused on net-zero climate neutralization technology.
Advanced Materials World Congress | 09 – 12 November 2023, Orlando, USA
Conference Chairs: Guenter Schmid, Ashutosh Tiwari, Nathalie Steunou
The International Association of Advanced Materials organized the Advanced Materials World Congress (AMWC) in Orlando, Florida, from November 9 to 12, 2023. This congress was organized with Onsite and Online LIVE Hybrid Setups, where onsite sessions were organized at the Conference Center, M/S MSC Seaside, Orlando, USA (Orlando-Ocean Cay-Orlando). This was 57th assembly of the Advanced Materials Congress (AMC), which brings together the IAAM Fellow Summit, Symposia, and Advanced Materials Lecture Series under one roof, offering a unique hybrid experience. The onsite sessions were conducted in the immersive Knowledge Experience at SeaTM format.
The congress covered a wide range of topics through the Advanced Materials Lecture Series of Keynote, Invited, oral and poster presentations with welcome and felicitation ceremony at both onsite and online LIVE setups. Congress received 256 abstracts from 23 countries and conducted presentations from all five continents (America, Australia, Europe, Asia and Africa). The congress oversaw 28 thematic sessions chaired by 56 renowned experts, covering Advanced Materials Lectures for high-tech applications over four days.
International Conclave on Materials, Energy & Climate | 18 – 21 December 2023, Delhi, India
Conference Chairs: Rajendra Singh, Ashutosh Tiwari, Amita Dev, V.K. Vijay, Shiv Singh Sarangdevot, Jyotsana Dutta Majumdar and Debashis Chakraborty
The International Conclave on Materials, Energy & Climate (ICMEC) is a four-day global event on
18 – 21 December 2023 at Indira Gandhi Delhi Technical University for Women, Delhi, India with Onsite-Online Hybrid conference setups. The primary focus of the conclave is to explore recent advances in materials, energy, and climate, specifically as they pertain to sustainable green transitions. From unveiling cutting-edge materials that can redefine industries, to discussing renewable energy sources that can power our future, and understanding the nuances of climate change — the conclave promises a holistic exploration of these domains. Participants, ranging from researchers, engineers, students, and academics to policymakers, industry professionals, and business leaders, will have the chance to showcase their research, innovations, breakthroughs, and ideas. In addition, the platform facilitates networking and the forging of international collaborations.