Jalandhar: Renowned scientists and Nobel laureates will gather at the Lovely Professional University (LPU) in Jalandhar, Punjab, next month for the 109th Indian Science Congress on Sustainable Development, it was announced on Wednesday. This is the second time LPU will be hosting the Indian Science Congress; the first one was in 2019.
The LPU announced a series of diverse conferences and sessions under the theme “The Global Perspective on Science and Technology for a Sustainable Future”.
The event, which will commence on January 3, will bring together renowned Nobel laureates, scientists, researchers, academicians, experts, innovators and policymakers from around the world to engage in discussions and develop strategies for sustainable growth across various fields.
The Indian Science Congress will feature an extensive line-up of conferences and sessions, each focusing on different themes that emphasise the critical role of science and technology in shaping a sustainable world. The conference will commence with the inauguration of the Indian Science Congress and a plenary lecture programme on January 3. The second day will witness the inauguration of the Children’s Science Congress, Women’s Science Congress, Farmers’ Science Congress and the Science Communicators’ Meet.
The Children’s Science Congress will provide a unique platform for children aged 10-17 years to showcase their scientific temperament and knowledge by conducting scientific experiments, fostering their creativity and thirst for scientific exploration.
The Women’s Science Congress will aim to recognise and appreciate the contributions of women in science while promoting gender equality in research and innovation.