With the progress of civilisation, there is an ever-increasing demand for newer materials which are environment-friendly, provide satisfactory performance for novel applications. Usage of these materials includes infrastructure and even appliances for every day household use. This demand expands the horizons in the engineering and technology of metals and materials continuously.

Societal pull has not only affected products closer to the consumer, but also upstream processes. Environmental concerns have inspired research on green technology.

In view of the above considerations the theme for the International Symposium selected for this year is: "Emerging Challenges for Metals & Materials: Engineering & Technology".

The basic objective of this Symposium, which will be a full day programme is to deliberate on developments in materials science and engineering of metal based system composites; Nano-technology; industrial processes and product innovation, environmental and related impact on the future of metals technology. Invited papers, about twelve in number from experts of India and abroad, shall address the critical issues involved. The Proceedings of the Symposium containing the papers shall be published by a reputed publishing house.