Chemistry is a branch of science which deals with the composition and properties of different kinds of matter which constitute the universe. The science of Chemistry has played a very important role in the advancement of civilization, mitigating the problems of man kind and in fostering the happiness of human beings. Ayurveda, the science of Indian medicine include the use of plant and metallic preparations. Charaka, Sushruta and Nagarjuna are the Indian chemists who systematized the science immensely. Innumerable medicines both preventive and curative are the gifts of chemistry to humanity. 18th and 19th centuries witnessed rapid development of chemistry in all directions. In the field of agriculture, the chemist has developed fertilizers and insecticides for large scale cultivation of land and protection of crops from pests and diseases which made green revolution possible. Chemical researches on textile fibers have invented synthetic fibers, dyes etc.
The year 2011 is celebrated as the Inter National year of Chemistry (IYC2011) as an initiation of International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry (IUPAC) and United Nations Education, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). It involves Chemical societies, academicians and institutions world wide, and relies on individual initiatives to organize local and regional activities.
The year 2011 is also the 100th year of the noble prize awarded to Madame Marie Curie, and it is an opportunity to celebrate the contributions of women to science. Moreover it is the 100th year of founding of the International Association of Chemical Societies, providing a chance to highlight the benefits of international science collaboration.
The International Year of Chemistry-2011 will celebrate the achievements of chemistry and its contribution to the well-being of humankind under the unifying theme 'Chemistry - our life, our future'. Its slogans are Clean Air. Safe Water, Healthy Food, Dependable Medicine, Advanced Materials, Eco-friendly Products, and Sustainable Energy. The opening ceremoney of IYC210 will be solomnised at UNESCO head quaters at Paris, France on 27-28 January 2011.
Participate in the competitions and cotribute for the awareness of achievements in chemistry. Log on http://www.chemistry2011.org/
With best wishes
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Participate in the competitions and cotribute for the awareness of achievements in chemistry. Log on http://www.chemistry2011.org/
With best wishes
ktv
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