Chemical Society
IISER Thiruvananthapuram
The Chemical Society of IISER Thiruvananthapuram (CSIT) is a dynamic community of students and faculty passionate about chemical sciences.
CSIT aims to foster curiosity, collaboration, and innovation through events, outreach, and research initiatives, creating a vibrant environment for learning and discovery.
CSIT Highlights
Upcoming Events
August 2025
Research Frontiers in Chemistry
Advancing interdisciplinary research at the intersection of chemistry, biology, and materials science
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Physical Organic Chemistry
Physical Organic Chemistry
Did you know?
Physical organic chemistry bridges molecular structure and reactivity, helping us understand how molecules behave at the atomic level to design better drugs and materials
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Medicinal Chemistry
Medicinal Chemistry
Innovation:
Modern medicinal chemistry uses AI and computational methods to design targeted therapies, potentially reducing drug development time from 15 years to just 5-7 years
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Photochemistry & Nanomaterials
Photochemistry & Nanomaterials
Breakthrough:
Light-driven chemistry and nanomaterials are revolutionizing solar energy conversion, with quantum dots achieving over 16% efficiency in next-generation solar cells
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Supramolecular Chemistry
Supramolecular Chemistry
Nanotechnology:
Supramolecular assemblies can self-organize like biological systems, creating smart materials that respond to environmental changes for drug delivery and sensing applications
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Biomaterials & 2D Materials
Biomaterials & 2D Materials
Focus:
2D materials like graphene are only one atom thick but stronger than steel, opening possibilities for biodegradable electronics and ultra-sensitive biosensors
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Catalysis & Sustainable Chemistry
Catalysis & Sustainable Chemistry
Sustainability:
Green catalysis can reduce chemical waste by up to 99% and enable room-temperature reactions that previously required extreme conditions, revolutionizing pharmaceutical manufacturing
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Theoretical & Computational Chemistry
Theoretical & Computational Chemistry
Digital Science:
Computational chemistry can predict molecular behavior before synthesis, saving millions in research costs and enabling virtual screening of billions of drug candidates in days
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Materials Chemistry
Materials Chemistry
Innovation:
Designer materials with programmable properties can self-heal, change color on demand, or conduct electricity only when needed - creating the smart materials of tomorrow