The Oil Technologists’ Association of India (OTAI), Southern Zone and CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Technology,Hyderabad (CSIR-IICT) are jointly organizing a National Symposium on Polymers & Coatings during

September 7-8, 2012 at CSIR-IICT, Hyderabad. In recent years, research in the area of polymeric materials

and coatings has expanded exponentially. Continuous efforts on design and development of new monomers,novel polymers and functional polymeric materials through innovative methodologies, functionalization/modification

of polymeric backbone, adoption of nanotechnological principles have resulted in new and improved products.

These include coatings, adhesives, packaging, biomedical, electronics, energy, agricultural and strategicapplications. There has also been significant growth on the development of eco-friendly polymers based on

renewable resources, materials formed by supramolecular assembly, organic-inorganic hybrids, and biodegradable

polymers. The two day symposium shall cover all these aspects of specialty polymers and coatings, and shallprovide an excellent platform to bring both scientists and technologists together on a common platform to

network, share knowledge and provide future directions. Specific topics that shall be covered are:

Polymers:

• Novel monomers, polymerization techniques, and characterization

• Structure property relationship of polymers, modeling and simulations• Biological and biomedical applications of polymers

• Polymers for energy, electronics and packaging applications

• Polymers for automobiles, defense and space applications• Polymers and the environment (Polymer recycling, biodegradable polymers and

polymers from renewable resources)

• Polymer blends and nanocomposites• Adhesives/sealants etc.

Coatings:

• High performance protective coatings• Coatings based on vegetable oil and renewable/natural resources

• Functional and intelligent coatings

• Nano/hybrid coatings

The programme will consist of Plenary and Invited Lectures along with Oral and Poster Presentations related to

the above areas. A special session will be devoted for panel discussion on strengthening the industry/institute/university interaction for “Sustainable development of Polymers and Coatings” involving experts and delegates

from both academia and industry. Please find the enclosed form for oral/poster presentations and note that the

deadline for sending the Abstracts is July 31, 2012.

An exhibition is also being organized during the symposium. Manufacturers and/or suppliers of Coatings/

Paints, Adhesives, Composites, Resins, Additives, Pigments, Fillers, Application developers, Vegetable Oil Industries,Project and Process Engineering Companies/Consultants, Plant & Machinery Manufacturers, Specialty Chemical

Manufacturers, Analytical Equipment Manufacturers/Dealers are requested to participate in the Exhibition. Special

invitation will be extended to public and local industries exclusively for the exhibition to attract more visitors tothe stalls.

The Symposium offers sponsorship opportunities for Corporate, Manufacturers and Trade Organizations to take

advantage of this unique opportunity by actively participating in the event. A Souvenir will be brought out onthis occasion consisting of informative and valuable technical information of the Symposium. The Souvenir will

give a unique opportunity to publish the profiles of Industry and Consultants. The Organizers will provide Booths

for Business Meetings / Company Interactions free of cost.

For any further information please contact:

About the Symposium

Dr KVSN Raju, Convener

National Symposium on “Polymers & Coatings”C/o. Polymers & Functional Materials DivisionCSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Technology (IICT)Uppal Road, TarnakaHyderabad – 500 007, India

Fax: 91-40-27193991Phone: 91-40-27193991Mobile No.: +91-9440802793E-mail: convenernspc2012@gmail.com

drkvsnraju@gmail.com

Dr. (Mrs.) D. Shailaja, Co-convener

National Symposium on “Polymers & Coatings”

C/o. Polymers & Functional Materials Division

CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Technology (IICT)

Uppal Road, Tarnaka

Hyderabad – 500 007, India

Phone: 91-40-27193149E-mail: sdonempudi@iict.res.in

Website: www.iictindia.org

OTAI: The Oil Technologists’ Association of India (OTAI) is a non-profit association and was registered under theSocieties of Registration Act XXI of 1860 in 1945. Since then the Association has been growing under the stewardshipof distinguished Scientists, Oil Technologists and Industrialists. The Association has five zones with a membership ofabout 1600 in Northern, Southern, Eastern, Western and Central India with its Head Office at Kanpur. The HeadOffice and Central Executive Council of the Association co-ordinate national and international activities of its fivezones. OTAI has been recognized by the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India, as a Scientificand Research Organization devoted to promotion of R & D activities in the areas of Oils, Fats and Derived Products.The Association also funds R & D projects at academic Institutes. The Association publishes a quarterly ScientificPeriodical “Journal of Lipid Science & Technology” of international repute.OTAI is an Association of Chemists, Engineers, Managers, Scientists, Technologists and Industrialists. Its objective isto promote the advancement of technology and research in oil seeds, oils and fats and other lipids and derivedproducts. It also endeavours to encourage all round developments of proper processing and utilization of theseproducts. In addition, OTAI helps in improving professional competence of Chemists, Engineers, Scientists andTechnologists by disseminating relevant information regarding latest technological developments by organizing lectures,symposia, workshops, refresher courses on different topics in the field of oilseed and edible oil processing, soaps andoleochemicals and surfactants. OTAI is playing a pivotal role in transferring the scientific and technological developmentsin the field of oils and fats to the industry.CSIR-IICT: Indian Institute of Chemical Technology, Hyderabad is a premier R&D Institute in India under the aegisof the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR), New Delhi. The Institute had its origin as the Central Laboratoriesfor Scientific & Industrial Research (CLSIR), established in 1944 by the then Government of Hyderabad State. Afterintegration of Hyderabad State with the Indian Union, the laboratory expanded with its growing activities. The mainbuilding was formally opened by Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, the then Prime Minister of India on January 2, 1954. In1956, the Central Laboratories came under the aegis of the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR), NewDelhi and was renamed as Regional Research Laboratory, Hyderabad (RRL-H). The RRL-H was rechristened as theIndian Institute of Chemical Technology (IICT), Hyderabad in 1989, recognizing the multidisciplinary activities and theexpertise developed by the Institute in the field of chemical technology. It has made significant contributions in thelast six decades in that field and celebrating its Diamond Jubilee. Major areas of research at IICT are: Natural ProductsChemistry, Agrochemicals, Drugs & Intermediates, Specialty and Fine Chemicals, Polymers & Functional Materials,Fluoroorganics, Inorganic & Physical Chemistry (Catalysis & Material Science), Lipid Sciences & Technology, Energy &Chemical Engineering and Design & Engineering. With over 450 highly professional and dedicated scientists andtechnical officers/technicians, excellent laboratory and instrument facilities for research in chemical sciences andtechnology and allied sciences, IICT is known nationally as well as internationally for its contributions both in basic andapplied research.Polymers & Functional Materials Division (PFM) conducts both applied & basic research in the field of polymers,coatings, adhesives, composites, biomaterials, conducting polymers, utilization of renewable resources, and hybridsetc. The Division was known as Surface Coatings Division up to late 80’s and Organic Coatings and Polymers Divisiontill October 2011. In more than 6 decades of its existence the division had contributed immensely for the transfer ofvarious technologies and processes to industry and strategic sectors and the basic research has been published innational and international journals of repute. Keeping in pace with the global trends division has initiated new researchin the area of fluoropolymers, well-defined block copolymers, self assembly, green composites, nanocomposites,hyperbranched polymers, functional coatings, materials for solar energy generation and storage, renewable/naturalresource based green polymers etc.

Submission of Papers: The Symposium will consist of Invited Presentations by experts and a few selected

oral/poster presentations by professionals / researchers on the Session Themes. For details please refer form for oral/ poster presentations. The dead line for receiving the abstracts is July 31, 2012.

Delegate Registration FeesRegistration Fees* On or before 16.08.2012 After 16.08.2012

Industry delegates Rs.5000 Rs.6000Academia/R&D Institutes Rs.4000 Rs.5000OTAI Members Rs.3000 Rs.3500OTAI Life Members Rs.2000 Rs.2500Students Rs.1000 Rs.2000Spouse Rs.2000 Rs.2500Overseas Delegates US $ 250 US $ 300

Registration fee includes the Delegate Kit, Participation in the Conference, Lunches, Tea, Cultural Programme andDinner. Registration Fee does not include Transport and Accommodation Charges. For more details please refer theenclosed registration form.

* Payable by Draft in favour of Oil Technologists’ Association of India, Southern Zone

About Host Organizations

Spouse ProgrammeSightseeing Tours will be arranged for the spouses/guests on payment basis. The booking for these tours is on “firstcome first served basis” and subject to availability of minimum number of participants.

Sponsorships SolicitedOTAI & CSIR-IICT requests the assistance of Industries/Government organizations to promote the Symposium byway of SponsorshipPlatinum Sponsor: Rs.3,00,000 Two Free Complimentary Stalls in Exhibition, 2 Page

Multicolour Company Profile + Complimentary Full Page(Colour) Advertisement in Souvenir + 5 FreeRegistrations

Gold Sponsor: Rs 2,00,000 One Free Complimentary Stall in Exhibition, 2 Page Black& White Company Profile + Complimentary Full Page(Colour) Advertisement in Souvenir + 4 FreeRegistrations

Silver Sponsor: Rs.1,00,000 Complimentary Full Page (Colour) Advertisement inSouvenir + 2 Free Registrations

Kit: Rs.1,50,000 Complimentary Full Page (Colour) Advertisement inSouvenir + 3 Free Registrations

Donor: Rs.50,000 Complimentary Full Page (Colour) Advertisement inSouvenir + 1 Free Registrations

Lunch / Dinner: Rs.1,00,000 Complimentary Full Page (Colour) Advertisement inSouvenir + 2 Free Registrations

High Tea: Rs.40,000 Complimentary Full Page (Black & White) Advertisementin Souvenir + 1 Free Registration

Cultural Programme: Rs.50,000 Complimentary Full Page (Black & White) Advertisementin Souvenir + 1 Free Registration

Tea: Rs.25,000 1 Free Registration

Exhibition TariffAn exhibition is being organized at the Convention Centre. Stalls of 6’ x 9’ size are available for display. Polymer/Paint/Coatings/Allied Industries, Vegetable Oil Industries, Project and Process Engineering Companies/Consultants, Plant &Machinery Manufacturers, Specialty Chemical Manufacturers, Analytical Equipment Manufacturers/Dealers may availthis opportunity by paying Rs.25,000/- for each stall of 6’ x 9’ size. Two free registrations will be offered for eachExhibitor. For any specific facility/requirement the exhibitors may contact Convener well in advance.

Advertisement Tariff for SouvenirA Souvenir will be brought out on this occasion along with informative and valuable technical presentations of theSymposium Profiles of Industry / Project and Process Engineering Companies / Equipment Manufacturers will also bepublished on request. Advertisement and profile booking form is enclosed.

Back Page (Multi Colour): 24 cm x 18 cm Rs.50,000Front Inside Cover Page (Multi Colour): 24 cm x 18 cm Rs.30,000Back Inside Cover (Multi Colour): 24 cm x 18 cm Rs.25,000Full Page (Multi Colour): 24 cm x 18 cm Rs.20,000Full Page (Black & White): 24 cm x 18 cm Rs.10,000Profile of Industry / Project Engineering Companies For every “two-pages” Rs.35,000 (M/C)

Rs.15,000 (B&W)

HOTEL ACCOMMODATION: The registration fee does not include transport and accommodation charges. There area number of star hotels and economy hotels in Hyderabad. Charges range from Rs.5,000/- to 15,000/- in star hotelsand Rs.1,000/- to 4,000/- in economy hotels. Limited rooms are available in government guest houses and theserooms will be allocated to participants on priority basis on payment. For accommodation, please contact the Conveneror Co-convener well in advance. Spot arrangement upon arrival will not be possible.

SYMPOSIUM WEBSITE: A dedicated webpage on www.iictindia.org website is created for information related toNational Symposium on Polymers & Coatings. Please visit the Website/Webpage for further assistance towards planningyour programme.

OTAI (SZ) ANNUAL MERIT AWARDS

O.P.Narula – OTAI (SZ) Technology Award*

Annual Cash Award of Rs. 7,500/- was instituted with the support of ShriO.P. Narula, New Delhi and OTAI (SZ). The award is for the best projectreport prepared for a specific topic. The topic for this year’s Award is“Innovations in Vegetable Oil-based Coatings for Sustainability”. Theapplicant has to submit a 10 to 15 page report (5 copies) on the abovetopic to the Secretary, OTAI (SZ).

O.P. NARULA – OTAI (SZ) YOUNG SCIENTIST AWARD*

Annual Cash Award of Rs. 5000/- was instituted with the support of ShriO.P. Narula, New Delhi and OTAI (SZ). This award is for a researcherwho is engaged in Oils & Allied Products and should not have completed35 years of age as on 1st January 2012. The award is for Publications/Patents which include applicant’s name among the authors.

The last date for receiving the applications for the above two awardsis August 15, 2012. For further details and prescribed proforma,the applicants may contact Dr. B.V.S.K. Rao, Hony. Secretary, OTAI(SZ), C/o IICT, Hyderabad – 500 007 for the above awards.

*Any member of the OTAI engaged in an Academic or IndustrialResearch Organization or in Industry is eligible for all the awards.The same award may be given second or more times to the sameperson, but only after the lapse of three years.

FORM FOR ORAL/POSTER PRESENTATIONS

NATIONAL SYMPOSIUM ONPOLYMERS & COATINGS

September 7-8, 2012CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Technology, Hyderabad, INDIA

Hyderabad – 500 007, INDIA

Delivery time: 10-15 min. Oral Presentation { } Poster Presentation { }

Title of the paper: _________________________________________________________________

Principal author(s) _________________________________________________________________

Presenter’s name: ________________________________________________________________

(if different from principal author)

Organisation / Institute: _____________________________________________________________

Address: ________________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________________

Telephone: ______________________ Mobile________________ Fax: _____________________

E-mail: _________________________________________________________________________

Instructions to the Authors

Abstracts of the paper(s): Abstracts must be typed and double-spaced. Please Sendthe abstract by e-mail to Dr. KVSN Raju, Convener (E-mail: convenernspc@gmail.com).The abstract can be uploaded using the website link http://iictindia.org/NSPC-2012 afteron line registration as a delegate. The abstract should give a full title, nature & scope ofstudy, findings and conclusion.

Poster Session: Space will be available for the display of posters. Only flat postersand non-electrical displays will be permitted. The presenter is responsible for setting upand removal of posters.

Deadline: The deadline for receiving the abstract of the paper is July 31, 2012. Authorswill be informed about the acceptance of the papers latest by August 5, 2012.

Equipment & Facilities: Overhead projector / LCD will be available for oralpresentations. Please advise sufficiently in advance to the Organizing Committee for anyother additional equipment.

Note: It is necessary that the speaker presenting the paper has to register for theSymposium.

EXHIBITION / ADVERTISEMENT ORDER FORM

NATIONAL SYMPOSIUM ONPOLYMERS & COATINGS

September 7-8, 2012CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Technology, Hyderabad, INDIA

Hyderabad – 500 007, INDIA

� We request you to insert our advertisement in the souvenir as per details given below

� We are interested in participating in the exhibition

Advertiser / Exhibitor: ____________________________________________________________

Contact person: _________________________________________________________________

Address: _______________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Telephone: ___________________ Mobile: __________________ Fax: ____________________

E-mail: _________________________________________________________________________

Advertisement:• Back Page (Multi Colour): 24 cm x 18 cm Rs.50,000• Front Inside Cover Page (Multi Colour): 24 cm x 18 cm Rs.30,000• Back Inside Cover (Multi Colour): 24 cm x 18 cm Rs.25,000• Full Page (Multi Colour): 24 cm x 18 cm Rs.20,000• Full Page (Black & White): 24 cm x 18 cm Rs.10,000• Profile of Industry / For every two pages Rs.35,000 (M/c)

Project Engineering Companies Rs.15,000 (B&W)

Exhibition:Stall size: 6' x 9'Tariff: Rs.25,000 per stall

Signature of the Advertiser / Exhibitor with stamp

Please send this form along with the payment of DD / Cheques drawn in favour ofOil Technologists’ Association of India, Southern Zone payable at Hyderabad

Dr. KVSN RajuConvenerNational symposium on “Polymers & Coatings”C/o. Polymers & Functional Materials DivisionCSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Technology (IICT)Uppal Road, TarnakaHyderabad – 500 007, India

Fax: 91-40- 27193991Phone: 91-40-27193991,Mobile No.: +91-9440802793E-mail: convenernspc2012@gmail.com, drkvsnraju@gmail.com

DELEGATE REGISTRATION FORM

A. Participant Mr.� Ms. � Dr.� Prof.�

Name (in Block Letters) : _________________________________________________

Name for Badge : _________________________________________________

Designation : __________________________________________________

Organization : __________________________________________________

Address for Correspondence :

_______________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Pin: _________________ Telephone: _____________________ Fax: ______________________

Mobile: _____________________________ E-mail: _____________________________________

B. Registration Charges* On / Before 16-08-2012 After 16-08- 2012

Industry Delegates Rs.5000 Rs.6000OTAI Members Rs.3000 Rs.3500OTAI Life Members Rs.2000 Rs.2500Students Rs.1000 Rs.2000Spouse Rs.2000 Rs.2500Overseas Delegates US $ 250 US $ 300

Registration fee includes the Delegate Kit, Participation in the Conference, Lunches, Tea,Cultural Programme and Dinner. Registration fee does not include Transport andAccommodation Charges. For more details please refer the enclosed registration form.

* Payable by Draft in favour of Oil Technologists’ Association of India, Southern Zone.

Please mail the Registration Form at the following address:

Dr. KVSN RajuConvenerNational symposium on “Polymers & Coatings”C/o. Polymers & Functional Materials DivisionCSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Technology (IICT)Uppal Road, TarnakaHyderabad – 500 007, India

Fax: 91-40- 27193991Phone: 91-40-27193991,Mobile No.: +91-9440802793E-mail: convenernspc2012@gmail.com, drkvsnraju@gmail.com

Dr. KVSN RajuConvenerNational Symposium on"Polymers & Coatings"C/o. Polymers & Functional MaterialsIndian Institute of Chemical TechnologyHYDERABAD – 500 007, INDIA

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