Materials and Metallurgy -Dhātu Vijñānam
(Traditional and contemporary science of metals, alloys, and materials)
Materials and metallurgy have played a vital role in shaping both ancient and modern technologies in India. Traditional knowledge systems reflected an advanced understanding of metal extraction, alloy formulation, and material performance. Ancient Indian metallurgists developed high-quality steel, such as the famed Wootz steel, pioneered techniques of zinc distillation, and mastered casting and forging methods, as evident in the enduring Iron Pillar of Delhi and exquisite bronze sculptures.
We invite abstracts and papers exploring (but not limited to) the following areas:
• Wootz Steel and Indian Ironworking Traditions
• The Iron Pillar of Delhi: A Metallurgical Marvel
• Zinc Distillation and Non-Ferrous Metallurgy
• Bronze Casting and Temple Iconography
• The Aranmula Kannadi: Crafting Optical-Grade Metal Mirrors
• Material Knowledge in Ceramics, Glass, and Natural Fibers
• Metallurgy in Tools, Weaponry, and Construction
• Sustainability and Resilience in Traditional Material Science
• Transmission of Metallurgical Knowledge through Guilds and Lineages
• Reviving Traditional Materials for Modern Use
Theme Coordinator:
One Health – Nirāmayatvam
- July 25, 2025
- National Sanskrit University , Tirupati
Mathematics and Astronomy – Gaṇita Vijñānam, Siddhānta- Vedāṅga Jyotiṣam
- July 25, 2025
- National Sanskrit University , Tirupati
Architecture and Civil Engineering – Vāstu Vijñānam
- July 25, 2025
- National Sanskrit University , Tirupati
Language and Linguistics -Bhāṣā Vijñānam
- July 25, 2025
- National Sanskrit University , Tirupati
Agriculture, Animal Husbandry and Aquaculture – Kṛṣi–Paśupālana Vijñānam
- July 25, 2025
- National Sanskrit University , Tirupati
Policy, IPR, Trade, and Strategic issues related to Science and Technology – Nīti, Vārtā
- July 25, 2025
- National Sanskrit University , Tirupati
Materials and Metallurgy -Dhātu Vijñānam
- July 25, 2025
- National Sanskrit University , Tirupati
Energy and Resources Conservation – Akṣaya Ūrjā
- July 25, 2025
- National Sanskrit University , Tirupati
Biodiversity and ecological conservation in Practices – Jaivavividhatā evaṃ Paryāvaraṇa-Saṃrakṣaṇam
- July 25, 2025
- National Sanskrit University , Tirupati
Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences / Maritime Knowledge – Vāyumaṇḍalīya evaṃ Sāgarika Vijñānam
- July 25, 2025
- National Sanskrit University , Tirupati
Bhāratīya Science and Technology of Performing Arts – Bhāratīya Kalā Vijñānam
- July 25, 2025
- National Sanskrit University , Tirupati
Knowledge in Practice (Crafts and Designs) – Loka-Paramparā Vijñānam
- July 25, 2025
- National Sanskrit University , Tirupati
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