Archive · 3 Aug 2025
P.C. Ray Lectures Honor Father of Indian Chemistry
A series of lectures celebrated Acharya Prafulla Chandra Ray, a key figure in Indian chemistry.
Speakers talked about his achievements, like starting chemical teaching and the Indian Chemical Society.
They also discussed how industries can grow while protecting the environment, using examples like solar and wind energy systems.
Another focus was on reducing carbon emissions in the chemical industry, including capturing carbon dioxide from drinks.
Lectures honor Acharya Prafulla Chandra Ray, the 'Father of Indian Chemistry'.
Ray founded the Indian Chemical Society and Bengal Chemical and Pharmaceutical Works Ltd.
Speakers emphasized the importance of industry-academia interaction and industrial growth aligned with environmental protection.
Focus on innovations like solar air-conditioning and hybrid wind-solar mega-chargers were highlighted.
Discussions included decarbonizing the chemical industry and capturing carbon dioxide from beverage production.
- Who
- Acharya Prafulla Chandra Ray, Debarshi Dutta, Aniruddha Bhalchandra Pandit, and Biswanath Chattopadhyay.
- What
- Memorial lectures were held to honor Acharya Prafulla Chandra Ray and discuss advancements in the chemical industry.
- When
- The 23rd Acharya P.C. Ray Memorial Lecture series was inaugurated.
- Where
- University College of Science & Technology, Rajabazar, Calcutta.
- Why
- To honor Ray's contributions to chemistry and discuss the future of the chemical industry, including sustainability and innovation.
Industry Challenges
Environmental Responsibility
Future of the Chemical Industry
Industry Challenges
Need for wastewater treatment systems, biofertilizers, and water-efficient crops.
Environmental Responsibility
Industry must focus on carbon capture or learn to use carbon as a fuel.
- Honoree
- Acharya Prafulla Chandra Ray
- Event
- Acharya P.C. Ray Memorial Lecture series
- Location
- University College of Science & Technology, Rajabazar, Calcutta
- Key Themes
- Industrial growth, environmental protection, carbon capture
- Organizations Founded
- Indian Chemical Society, Bengal Chemical and Pharmaceutical Works Ltd.
- Focus
- Innovation in low carbon emissions.