Kerala Science Congress (KSC) is conducted by Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment (KSCSTE) every year dedicating its efforts for revitalization of R&D in the State and shifting the focus towards solving the developmental problems of Kerala. The Science Congress encourages effective participation of fresh talents and inculcates scientific temper for advancement of scientific research in the State. The 21st KSC is being organized by Kerala State Council for Science, Technology & Environment, Department of Industries and Kerala Minerals & Metals Limited & Tropical Botanic Garden & Research Institute.

The Kerala Science Congress will have sessions in which selected general papers, contest papers and posters in the identified subject areas will be presented. Young Scientist Award will be presented to the winners of the contest paper under each identified subject areas. Plenary sessions with invited talks, keynote addresses, etc. on subjects related to the special theme is also planned. KSC will provide a platform for interaction between scientists working in different parts of the country and top level scientists in the relevant field. The S&T administrators, planners and the general public will have the opportunity to interact with the scientists and to understand the significance of the scientific work undertaken by the Scientists. The event will prove to be an excellent platform for interaction leading to identification of new R&D opportunities.