ICW 2026: December 4–7, 2026 | Kottayam, Kerala, India

Dates: December 4–7, 2026 | Location: Convergence Academia Complex, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, Kerala, India | Website: assist.mgu.ac.in/icw2026

1. Quick Facts & Event Overview

Event Name: 7th International Conference on Water: From Pollution to Purification (ICW 2026)
Dates: December 4–7, 2026
Sponsor: SPARC, Ministry of Education, Govt. of India
Venue: Convergence Academia Complex, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, Kerala, India
Organized by: Mahatma Gandhi University, CUSAT, University of Oulu (Finland), and Norwegian University of Life Sciences (Norway)
Convenor: Prof. C. T. Aravindakumar (MGU, Kottayam)
Coordinator: Prof. Usha K. Aravind (CUSAT, Kochi)
Contact Email: ic@mgu.ac.in
Contact Phone: +91 9846222072 / +91 9567062652

2. About the Conference

The 7th International Conference on Water: From Pollution to Purification (ICW 2026) is organized by Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala, India in collaboration with CUSAT, Norwegian University of Life Sciences, and University of Oulu, Finland. SPARC-sponsored, this event brings together global academic leaders, researchers, and experts to discuss key developments in water treatment, environmental safety, and polar studies. ICW 2026 features plenary lectures, invited talks, poster sessions, oral presentations, and a dedicated Young Investigator’s session.

3. Key Focus Areas & Publication Opportunities

Conference Focus Areas:

Water Pollution: Agricultural, industrial & domestic pollutants; emerging contaminants (pesticides, pharmaceuticals, microplastics, ARGs, heavy metals); physical/chemical/biological indicators, sensors, radioactive materials, hydrogeology, and public health.
Polar Studies: Water and air-related environmental issues in Polar Regions (Arctic & Antarctic).
Water Treatment Technologies: Absorption, air stripping, AOPs, filtration, membrane separation, ion exchange, phyto & bioremediation, advanced materials, and community-based solutions.
Water Related Policies & Regulations: Policies and regulatory guidelines for sustainable water management and resource protection.

Publication Opportunity:

Selected papers will be published in a Special Issue of Environmental Science and Pollution Research (Springer).

4. Important Dates & Registration

Last Date of Registration (Extended): 10th October 2026
Conference Dates: December 4–7, 2026

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: How can I register or submit an abstract for ICW 2026?
Ans: You can register and submit your one-page abstract online at assist.mgu.ac.in/icw2026 or by scanning the QR code on the official brochure.
Q2: Can I attend the conference without submitting an abstract?
Ans: Yes, participants can attend and register for the conference without submitting an abstract.
Q3: Is there a special publication partner for this conference?
Ans: Yes, accepted papers are eligible for publication in a Special Issue of Springer’s Environmental Science and Pollution Research journal.

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Disclaimer: Information compiled directly from the official ICW 2026 brochure. For full conference details, visit assist.mgu.ac.in/icw2026 or contact ic@mgu.ac.in.

🔍 Key Information

Full Title

7th International Conference on Water: ICW 2026

Short Name

ICW 2026