IIT Kharagpur to Host Indo-German Cryogenics Conference for Sustainable Developments of Technologies
West Bengal: Cryogenics may seem like a niche topic, but it is used in many different applications including medical imaging, transport of liquefied natural gas, space, and quantum computing. Systems that function at very low temperatures provide many key areas that are important in today’s industry and science. The Cryogenic Engineering Centre at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur will be hosting the Indo-German Conference on Cryogenics for Sustainable Technologies with the Leibniz Institute for Solid State and Materials Research, Dresden.
This conference will run from the 9th to the 11th of November 2026. This conference will give professionals, researchers and students the opportunity to learn about new developments in cryogenic engineering and how better low temperature technologies can help create sustainable energy, space and quantum technologies.
Indo-German Cryogenics Conference 2026
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Particulars |
Details |
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Conference |
Indo-German Conference on Cryogenics for Sustainable Technologies |
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Organisers |
IIT Kharagpur and Leibniz Institute for Solid State and Materials Research, Dresden |
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Organising Centre |
Cryogenic Engineering Centre, IIT Kharagpur |
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Dates |
November 9–11, 2026 |
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Registration Fee |
No registration fee |
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Registration |
Compulsory |
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Student Accommodation |
Limited availability; first-come, first-served |
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Official Website |
Why Cryogenics is Important For Sustainable Technologies?
The announcement highlights the importance of cryogenics in various industries requiring precise temperature control. Cryogenics typically refers to anything below around 120K. Applications of cryogenics include magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), storing and transporting liquefied natural gas, and rocket propulsion.
Cryogenics is becoming increasingly important in quantum technologies. Superconducting quantum computers, quantum sensors and single photon detectors require extremely low temperatures. One of the main challenges in cryogenics is the storage and handling of liquid hydrogen. Many traditional methods have not changed much since the 1950s. Improving these technologies can help with long duration space missions and infrastructure. This conference will highlight some traditional cryogenics applications and new engineering challenges.
Research Areas to Be Covered at the Conference
There are 8 general topics to be discussed at the conference:
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Research Theme |
Area of Focus |
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Cooling and Liquefaction |
Cryogenic cooling and gas liquefaction |
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Cryogenic Liquid Storage and Distribution |
Storage and transportation of cryogenic liquids |
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Hydrogen and LNG Technologies |
Technologies supporting hydrogen and LNG applications |
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Cryogenic Infrastructure |
Infrastructure required for cryogenic operations |
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Cryogenics in Space Technologies |
Low-temperature systems for space applications |
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Ultralow Temperature Refrigeration |
Refrigeration at extremely low temperatures |
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Cryogenics for Quantum Technologies |
Cryogenic requirements of quantum systems |
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Superconductivity and Quantum Materials |
Materials and technologies operating under specialised conditions |
This links cryogenic engineering to energy, advanced materials, scientific instruments and next generation computing.
IIT Kharagpur and IFW Dresden: Organising Committee
The organising committee for the conference are:
- Chairman: Prof. Parthasarathi Ghosh, IIT Kharagpur
- Convenor 1: Prof. Venimadhav Adyam, IIT Kharagpur
- Convenor 2: Prof. Dirk Lindackers, IFW Dresden
- Co-convenor: Prof. Pavitra Sandilya, IIT Kharagpur
The conference will be free to register for, however you will need to register. If you are a student looking to attend, please note that there is limited accommodation available and will be on a first come, first served basis.
Final Thoughts
Cryogenic engineering is becoming increasingly important as research moves to more challenging applications in clean energy, quantum computing and space. The Indo-German Conference on Cryogenics for Sustainable Technologies at IIT Kharagpur aims to bring these linked areas of research together.
This conference will give students and researchers in mechanical engineering, materials science, energy, physics and related areas the opportunity to learn about the challenges facing low temperature technologies. The conference is free to register for but is mandatory. There is limited student accommodation so please check the official website for the latest instructions.
FAQs
1. When is the Indo-German Conference on Cryogenics 2026 taking place?
The conference will take place from the 9th to 11th of November 2026 at IIT Kharagpur.
2. Who is organising the conference?
The conference is being organised by the Cryogenic Engineering Centre at IIT Kharagpur and the Leibniz Institute for Solid State and Materials Research, Dresden.
3. Is there a cost to register for the cryogenics conference at IIT Kharagpur?
No. The announcement states there is no cost to register. However, it is mandatory.
4. What will be discussed at the conference?
Topics will include hydrogen and LNG, cryogenic infrastructure, cooling/liquefaction, space, ultra-low temperature refrigeration, quantum technologies, superconductivity and quantum materials.
5. Will there be accommodation for students?
Yes. There is limited student accommodation available and will be on a first come, first served basis.
6. Where can I register for the conference?
You can register for the conference via the official conference website.
7. What is the cut off date for registration?
There is no mention of a cut off date in the available announcement. Please check the official website for any updates.
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