Conferences/Workshops

One-day Workshop on Supercapacitor Technology: Material Development to Device Fabrication and Testing

15th May 2025 (8:30 am to 5:00 pm), 6th Floor, Conference Hall

Symbiosis Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (SCNN), Symbiosis International (Deemed University), Lavale, Pune – 412 115

About the Workshop

This workshop on Supercapacitor Device Technology, hosted by the Symbiosis Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (SCNN), offers an in-depth exploration into the development, fabrication, and testing of supercapacitors. Participants will benefit from expert lectures, including a Scientist who will cover the fundamental concepts and technology behind supercapacitors, a Research Scientist who will discuss funding and career opportunities in the supercapacitor field, and an Industry Expert focusing on practical aspects of supercapacitor fabrication.

Alongside these insightful talks, the workshop provides hands-on training sessions where participants will learn scalable techniques for nanomaterial synthesis, electrode preparation by different methods, supercapacitor device fabrication, and essential electrochemical measurements for testing the performance of prepared electrodes and devices. This comprehensive program is designed to equip participants with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills, making it an ideal educational experience for students, researchers, and professionals interested in advanced energy storage solutions.

Objectives

The primary objective of the one-day workshop on Supercapacitor Technology at SCNN, Pune, is to offer a comprehensive exploration into the development, fabrication, and testing of supercapacitor devices. The workshop aims to equip attendees with theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the field of advanced energy storage solutions.

Participants, including students, researchers, and industry professionals, will have the opportunity to learn from experts and participate in hands-on training sessions. These sessions will cover scalable techniques for synthesizing nanomaterials, methods for preparing electrodes, supercapacitor device fabrication, and essential electrochemical measurements for testing the performance of prepared electrodes and devices.

Scope

  1. Theoretical Insights: Expert lectures will cover fundamental concepts and technological advancements in supercapacitors, potential career and funding opportunities in the field, and practical aspects of commercialization.
  2. Practical Training: Participants will engage in hands-on sessions focusing on:
    • Scalable synthesis of nanoparticles for energy applications.
    • Fabrication of supercapacitor electrodes and devices.
    • Electrochemical testing of electrode and device performance.
  3. Collaborations and Professional Development: The workshop provides a platform for collaboration with peers, experts, and industry leaders to discuss current trends and future directions in energy storage technologies.
  4. Industrial Insight: An industrial visit is scheduled to provide a practical perspective on the application of supercapacitor technology in commercial settings.

Speakers

Dr. Rupesh Devan

Dr. Rupesh Devan

Department of Metallurgical Engineering and Material Science, IIT Indore

Dr. Umakant Patil

Dr. Umakant Mahadev Patil

Centre of Interdisciplinary Research, D. Y. Patil Education Society, Kolhapur

Mr. Amit Bamzai

Mr. Amit Bamzai

Founder & CEO, WestechPower Management Pvt. Ltd. (Surge Supercapacitors), Pune

Registration

One-day Workshop Details

Seats Available: 40

Last Date to Register: Until seats are filled

Includes: Workshop kit, Certificate, Food, and Industry Visit

Accommodation: Provided at Symbiosis hostel on prior request

Payment link:

Registration Fees

Category Registration Fees
Student/Research Scholar ₹ 2000 + GST
Faculty/Scientist ₹ 3000 + GST
Industry ₹ 5000 + GST

Schedule of the One-day Workshop

Program Speakers Time
Inauguration ceremony Hon'ble Director – SCRI, SIU 8.30 – 8.45 am
Expert talk 1: “2D MXenes: layered materials for future energy storage technologies” Dr. Rupesh S. Devan (IIT, Indore) 8.45 – 9.30 am
Tea Break (15 mins)
Expert talk 2:
“Binder-free transition metal phosphate thin film electrodes for storage (supercapacitor) devices”
Dr. Umakant Mahadev Patil (D. Y. Patil, Kolhapur) 9.45 – 10.30 am
Expert talk 3 (Industry expert):
“Commercialization Challenges and Opportunities in Supercapacitors”
Mr. Amit Bamzai (CEO, Surge Supercapacitor) 10.30 – 11.15 am
Tea Break (15 mins)
Hands-on training – Scalable nanoparticles synthesis Ms. Shashwati Wankar & Dr. Amol Vedpathak 11.30 – 12.10 pm
Hands-on training – Supercapacitor electrode and device fabrication Dr. Amol Vedpathak 12.10 – 12.50 pm
Hands-on training – Supercapacitor device testing Dr. Amol Vedpathak & Mr. Arvind Jayraman 12.50 – 1.45 pm
Valedictory & Certificate distribution - 1.45 – 2.05 pm
Lunch break and Networking - 2.05 – 2.50 pm
Industrial visit - 3.00 – 5.00 pm

🤝 Our Sponsors

  • Surge Supercapacitors, Pune
  • Global Nanotech, Mumbai
  • Metrohm, India
  • Priya Enterprises, Mumbai

Contact for Inquiries

Ms. Sheelprabha Takawale, SCNN, Pune
Ph. No.: +91 20 66936970
Email ID – info@scnn.edu.in

Organizing Committee

Chief Patrons

Prof. Dr. S. B. Mujumdar

Prof. Dr. S. B. Mujumdar

Founder & Hon'ble Chancellor, SIU

Dr. Vidya Yeravdekar

Dr. Vidya Yeravdekar

Hon'ble Pro Chancellor, SIU

Dr. Ramakrishnan Raman

Dr. Ramakrishnan Raman

Hon'ble Vice Chancellor, SIU

Patrons

Dr. Ketan Kotecha

Dr. Ketan Kotecha

Hon'ble Dean, Faculty of Engineering, SIT, SIU

Dr. Ruchika Kaul-Ghanekar

Dr. Ruchika Kaul-Ghanekar

Hon'ble Director – SCRI, SIU

Advisory Committee

  • Dr. Atul Kulkarni (SCNN, SIU)
  • Prof. Shrikrishna D. Sartale (SPPU, Pune)
  • Dr. Anand Pandey (SIT, Pune)
  • Dr. Anindita Roy (SIT, Pune)
  • Dr. Kuldeep Mishra (SIT, Pune)
  • Dr. Rupali Nagar (SIT, Pune)

Industrial Advisor

  • Mr. Amit Bamzai (Founder & CEO, WestechPower Management Pvt. Ltd., Pune)
  • Dr. Rohini Bhat (Co-Founder & COO, WestechPower Management Pvt. Ltd., Pune)

Organizing Team

  1. Ms. Shashwati Wankar
  2. Ms. Rutuja Gumathannavar
  3. Ms. Swapnali Walake
  4. Ms. Sakshi Khatavkar
  5. Mr. Amey Gaikwad
  6. Ms. Komal Bankar
  7. Ms. Sheelprabha Takawale

Convenors

  • Dr. Amol Vedpathak (SCNN, SIU)
  • Dr. Chandrakant Sonawane (SIT & SCNN, SIU)

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