Institute of Pesticide Formulation Technology (IPFT), an autonomous institute under Department of Chemicals & Petrochemicals (DCPC), Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers, Government of India in association with National Association for Chemical Security (NACS) is organizing a symposium cum industry interaction on "Chemical Safety and Security: Importance, Alternatives and Mitigation" on May 30-31, 2025 at Gurugram.

The symposium aims to convene leading scientists, policymakers, industry experts, and academic professionals to deliberate on critical issues pertaining to chemical safety, sustainable alternatives, and mitigation strategies. The event will also explore regulatory frameworks and foster industry-academia collaborations to address emerging challenges in chemical security. This will also enable diverse stakeholders together to foster innovative solutions and collaborative efforts to enhance chemical safety protocols.

Key features of symposium: Expert Lectures: Presentations by renowned experts from academia, government agencies, international organizations, and industry; Industry-Academia Interaction: Sessions designed to promote collaboration between faculty, industry professionals, and students; Vendor Sessions: Exhibitions and discussions showcasing the latest technologies and solutions in chemical safety; E-Poster Presentations: Opportunities for students to present research and innovations in the field; and MoU Exchanges: Formalization of partnerships to strengthen collaborative research initiatives.

IPFT has been working towards the development of safer, efficient and environment friendly pesticide formulations. IPFT has four administrative divisions namely, Formulation Technology Division, Bioscience Division, Analytical Science Division, and Process Development Division.

The National Association for Chemical Security envisions a world where the chemical industry operates in a secure and safe manner, with minimal risk to human health, the environment, and national security.