07/07/2026
,Nuhu Bamalli Polytechnic Hosts CSN Conference on Artificial Intelligence in Chemistry.
Amira Albarkawa & Fatima Saifullahi
The Zaria Chapter of the Chemical Society of Nigeria (CSN) has today,commenced its 19th Chem Class Conference (Hybrid) at the blue Theatre, School of Applied Sciences, Nuhu Bamalli Polytechnic, Zaria.
The four-day conference, holding from 7th–9th July 2026 and themed "Artificial Intelligence in Chemical Research and Innovation for a Greener, Sustainable Future.",has brought together students, lecturers, researchers, and industry professionals to discuss how Artificial Intelligence is transforming chemical research, laboratory analysis, and industrial innovation.
In his welcome address, the Rector of Nuhu Bamalli Polytechnic, Engr. Dr. Muhammad Kabir Abdullahi, urged participants to embrace Artificial Intelligence as a vital tool for research, innovation, and national development. He encouraged students and researchers to take advantage of the conference to learn, collaborate, and develop solutions to real-world challenges.
Delivering a keynote presentation, Professor Baba Jibril El-Yakub*of the Department of Chemical Engineering, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, explained that AI is making chemical research faster and more efficient by supporting the discovery of new chemicals, improving laboratory analysis, and enhancing industrial processes.
The conference will feature technical paper presentations and networking sessions aimed at strengthening scientific collaboration and inspiring the next generation of innovators.