Crystal Clear: Unveiling the Power of Crystallization in Material, Minerals, and Pharma Industry

Objectives:

• Understand the fundamentals of crystallization and its role in materials, minerals, and pharmaceuticals.
• Explore industrial applications, characterization techniques, and process optimization strategies.
• Discover emerging trends, AI-driven innovations, and real-world case studies for practical insights.

Main Contents:

1. Fundamentals of Crystallization
2. Industry-Specific Applications
3. Characterization Techniques
4. Process Engineering & Scale-Up
5. Emerging Trends & Innovations .

Target Participants:

Researchers, industry professionals, process engineers, Faculty, Students

Duration: 4 to 5 hours

Fee

• Rs. 500/- for internal students
• Rs. 1000/- for external students and online participant
• Rs. 2000/- for professionals

Workshop Abstract

This workshop explores crystallization’s transformative potential across pharmaceuticals, minerals, and advanced materials. Delve into fundamentals (nucleation, growth kinetics), industry applications (drug polymorphism, mineral sustainability), and cutting-edge tools (AI-driven design, in-situ monitoring). Case studies on polymorph control in APIs, marble waste upcycling, and nanomaterials will highlight process optimization and scale-up challenges. Designed for researchers, engineers, and industry professionals, the session combines technical depth with practical strategies, featuring live demos, discussions, and networking opportunities. Learn how crystallization science drives innovation in drug purity, sustainable mining, and energy storage, guided by bridging academia experts and industry.

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Workshop Agenda

1. Welcome & Introduction
   • Introduction to DMSE, Objectives of Workshop, relevance across industries.
2. Fundamentals of Crystallization
   • Nucleation, crystal growth, supersaturation, thermodynamics, and kinetics.
3. Industry-Specific Applications
   • Pharma: Drug purity, polymorphism, bioavailability.
   • Minerals: Ore extraction, purification, sustainability.
   • Materials: Nanomaterials, semiconductors, energy storage.
4. Characterization Techniques
   • XRD, SEM, DSC, in-situ monitoring.
5. Process Engineering & Scale-Up
   • Batch vs. continuous processes, optimization, challenges (e.g., crystal size distribution).
6. Case Studies & Challenges
   • Pharma: Polymorph control in drug manufacturing.
   • Minerals: Sustainable extraction from low-grade ores.
   • Materials: Tailoring crystal defects for solar cells.
7. Emerging Trends & Innovations
   • AI/ML in crystal design, green solvents, nanotechnology.
8. Discussion Session Q&A