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PharmSciCon 2027

PharmSciCon 2027

The rapid advancement of molecular sciences, microbial research, biotechnology, computational sciences, drug discovery, pharmaceutical technology, and translational medicine is transforming the landscape of modern healthcare. Discoveries at the molecular and microbial levels are enabling deeper understanding of disease mechanisms, identification of therapeutic targets, development of innovative drug candidates, advanced drug delivery systems, and translation of scientific discoveries into meaningful healthcare solutions.

PharmSciCon 2027, jointly organized by the Institute of Pharmacy and Institute of Science, Nirma University, will provide an interdisciplinary platform for academicians, researchers, industry professionals, clinicians, healthcare experts, and young scientists to exchange knowledge, showcase emerging research, and foster scientific collaborations across the continuum of microbial research and molecular sciences to drug development, therapeutic innovation, and translational science.

The scientific programme will encompass emerging developments in microbiology, molecular biology, antimicrobial resistance, biotechnology, medicinal chemistry, computational drug discovery, pharmaceutical sciences, advanced drug delivery, natural products, emerging therapeutics, clinical sciences, and regulatory science. Leveraging Gujarat’s strong pharmaceutical, biotechnology, healthcare, and life-sciences ecosystem, the conference will promote meaningful academia–industry–clinical interactions and opportunities for collaborative research.

The conference will feature plenary and keynote lectures, scientific sessions, oral and poster presentations, panel discussions, and networking opportunities. It will provide a vibrant platform for researchers and young scientists to present their work, exchange ideas, interact with experts, and develop new collaborations. PharmSciCon 2027 aims to strengthen the pathway from scientific discovery to therapeutic innovation and patient-centred healthcare, while inspiring interdisciplinary research and innovative solutions to contemporary healthcare challenges.

  • Track 1: Microbes, Pathogens, Antimicrobial Resistance and Infectious Diseases
    • Antimicrobial resistance (AMR)
    • Bacterial, Eukaryotic, and Viral Pathogens
    • Antimicrobial surveillance and diagnostics
    • Anti-virulence and other non-antibiotic approaches
    • Socioeconomic and public health aspects of AMR
    • Alternative model organisms for antimicrobial research
  • Track 2: Drug Discovery, Medicinal Chemistry and Computational Sciences
    • Identification and validation of novel therapeutic targets
    • Medicinal and pharmaceutical chemistry
    • Computer-aided drug design, Molecular modelling and simulation
    • AI-assisted drug discovery approaches
    • Computational biology and bioinformatics
    • High-throughput screening & Hit-to-Lead discovery
  • Track 3: Biotechnology, Molecular Sciences and Emerging Therapeutic Approaches
    • Molecular mechanisms of diseases
    • Genomics, Transcriptomics and Metabolomics
    • Vaccines and Biopharmaceuticals
    • Gene Therapy and RNA-based therapeutics
    • Bacteriophage therapy
    • Precision medicine and novel methodologies
  • Track 4: Pharmaceutical Technology and Advanced Drug Delivery systems
    • Novel drug delivery systems and nanotechnology
    • QbD and AI-based Formulation Optimization
    • 3D Printing and Emerging pharmaceutical technologies
    • Biopharmaceutics, Pharmacokinetics & Drug Disposition
    • Next-Generation Excipients & Advanced Materials for Drug Delivery
    • Theranostics and Smart Drug Delivery
  • Track 5: Natural Products, Nutraceuticals, Traditional Medicine and Translational Therapeutics
    • Advances in Pharmacognosy and phytochemistry
    • Medicinal Plants and Natural Products: Discovery and Development
    • Traditional, Complementary and Alternative Medicines
    • Nutraceuticals from plant, microbial and animal sources
    • Standardization and quality control of Herbal products
    • AYUSH based therapeutics
  • Track 6: Clinical Pharmacy, Pharmacology & Healthcare Sciences
    • Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics
    • Systems Biology & Network Pharmacology
    • Pharmacovigilance and Drug Safety
    • Public Health, Pharmacy Practice & Community Pharmacy
    • Digital Health, AI & Emerging Healthcare Technologies
    • Pharmaceutical Management & Administration
  • Track 7: Pharmaceutical Analysis, Regulatory Affairs & Intellectual Property
    • Advanced Pharmaceutical Analytical Techniques
    • Analytical Method Development & Impurity Profiling
    • Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance & Quality Management Systems
    • Regulatory Science & Pharmaceutical Compliance
    • Emerging Regulatory Policies & Pharmaceutical Legislation
    • Intellectual Property, Patents & Technology Protection
Abstract Submission 14th December, 2026
Intimation of Acceptance 30th December, 2026
Final Registration for Paper Presenter 7th January, 2027
Delegate Registration 15th January, 2027
On the spot Registration After 15th January, 2027

Please read and follow the guidelines below before submitting your abstract.

KINDLY SELECT THE APPROPRIATE TRACK BEFORE SUBMISSION OF THE ABSTRACT

  • The abstract must be written in British English language and an informative synopsis/ summary of the research / review work.
  • Abstract should contain Title, Name(s) of Authors, Affiliation(s) along with the postal address of Authors, Email address of Presenting Author and body text of abstract.
  • The Title should be specific to reflect the work to be presented.
  • Title should be in Times New Roman, Bold, font size 14, single line spacing, centered and Titled case.
  • Authors name should be described as Surname followed by Name in Times New Roman, font size 12, single line spacing, centered and Titled case.
  • The name of presenting author should be underlined.
  • In case of more than one affiliation, each affiliation may be marked by numbering in superscript after the name of author.
  • Email address of Presenting author should be in Italics, Times New Roman, font size 10, centred and in lower case.
  • All abstracts should follow the structured format; with the subheadings of Introduction, Methods, Results and Conclusion. Bold the subheadings.
  • The body text of the abstract (not exceeding 250 words) should be in Times New Roman, font size 10, single line spacing, justified and in sentence case. Margins for left, right, top and bottom should be 2.54 cm (1 inch).
  • The full term for which an abbreviation or acronym stands should precede its first use unless it is a standard use or unit of measurement.
  • Do not include references in the abstract.
  • Provide a maximum of 5 keywords in alphabetic order that will assist in the cross-indexing of the article.
  • Kindly refer to the “Abstract Template”
  • Track 1: Microbes, Pathogens, Antimicrobial Resistance and Infectious Diseases
  • Track 2: Drug Discovery, Medicinal Chemistry and Computational Sciences
  • Track 3: Biotechnology, Molecular Sciences and Emerging Therapeutic Approaches
  • Track 4: Pharmaceutical Technology and Advanced Drug Delivery systems
  • Track 5: Natural Products, Nutraceuticals, Traditional Medicine and Translational Therapeutics
  • Track 6: Clinical Pharmacy, Pharmacology & Healthcare Sciences
  • Track 7: Pharmaceutical Analysis, Regulatory Affairs & Intellectual Property

  • Presenting author of accepted abstract has to present work during paper presentation (oral) session in the conference.
  • The language for presentation is strictly in English.
  • The paper presentation number should be included on the first slide of the presentation.
  • The use of presentation tools like figures, charts, tables, etc. is preferable.
  • The conference accepts only PowerPoint (.ppt or .pptx) presentations.
  • All presentations should be emailed to the abstract commitee one day prior to the scheduled presentation. A Speaker Ready Room will also be made available for minor adjustments to presentations as needed before submission.
  • For those who wish to have their oral presentation accompanied by audio visual presentations, they should essentially inform the conference secretariat via email one day prior to the scheduled presentation.
  • Each oral presenter will be allocated 8 minutes for their power point presentation and 2 minutes (max) for questions and answers. The time schedule will be strictly adhered to by the session chair. If the presentation exceeds 8 minutes, the session chair will interrupt, and the time of question and answer session will be shortened.
  • Each oral presentation will be judged.
  • Prizes will be awarded to the best oral presentations from each track.
  • Please prepare your poster in with dimensions of width 3 ft × height 3 ft (or 36 x 36 in).
  • The official language of the conference is English.
  • The poster presentation code will be listed on the upper corner of a board to guide you the location of board to mount your poster.
  • Make sure that the poster presentation code in the NIPiCON 2026 abstract Book matches the poster presentation code of a board before you mount your poster on the board.
  • Poster Fixing Materials will be supplied at the Registration or Secretariat Desk.
  • If you need any assistance, please contact the Help Desk during the conference hours.
  • Please be present at your poster during your presentation time to maximize your chance of networking and presenting your valuable work to international and local attendees.
  • The location of poster presentation will be informed later.
  • Template for Poster
Category Paper Presenter Up to 07-01-2027

Only Delegates Up to 15-01-2027

After 15-01-2027

Undergraduate Students INR 2,065 INR 2,065 INR 3,245
PG & Ph.D. Research Scholars INR 2,950 INR 2,950 INR 4,130
Academicians INR 3,540 INR 3,540 INR 4,720
Industrial Persons INR 4,130 INR 4,130 INR 5,310
Foreign Delegates USD 200 USD 200 USD 300
Foreign Presenter (Online) USD 100 USD 100 USD 150
Accompanying Person INR 2,500 / USD 50 INR 2,500 / USD 50 INR 2,500 / USD 50

The above charges are inclusive of GST

  • The registration fee includes daytime hospitality during the conference days, conference proceedings, and a delegate kit for registered attendees.
  • Registration fee is non-refundable. However, if you need to change the delegate’s name, this can be accommodated upon request.
  • Registration will be confirmed upon receipt of the registration fees.
  • One complimentary registration of minimum registration fees to be offered over Five regular registrations as a Group from same institute.

Payment Details

Delegate has to pay required registration fees under the specific category as mentioned in the above table, and details about transaction i.e. UTR number or reference number and the screenshot for online transaction need to be uploaded in online registration form.

Account Details for Registration Fees Payment:

Payment Instruction in Indian Rupees (INR)

Account Name Institute of Pharmacy, Nirma University
Bank Name The Kalupur Commercial Co-Operative Bank Ltd.
Branch Name Nirma University, Nirma University Campus, S.G. Highway, Ahmedabad
Bank Account No. 09720180112
IFSC CODE KCCB0NRM097
MICR Code No. 380126029

 

Payment Instruction for US Dollar (USD)
Please Remit Proceeds to
HABIB AMERICAN BANK, NEW YORK
SWIFT ID – HANYUS33
CHIPS ABA – 0736 FED ABA Number – 026007362
For Credit to Account Number 20729115 of
THE KALUPUR COMMERCIAL CO-OPERATIVE BANK LTD.
SWIFT ID : KALUINAAXXX
For further credit to Institute of Pharmacy Under Nirma University Account Number 09720180112 with Nirma University Branch

You can register online through google form. If you have any questions or concerns, please email to the Registration Committee at reg.pharmscicon@nirmauni.ac.in

Registration fee covers day time hospitality (Breakfast and Lunch) during conference days, proceedings and kit for the registered delegates and access to speaker presentations and certificate of participation.

Yes, there is a discount for groups of 5 or more from the same University or Institutions, please contact the Registration Committee at reg.pharmscicon@nirmauni.ac.in for details.

You have the option to replace yourself with another person at no additional cost, but please note that we do not provide refunds or registration transfers. This policy is clearly outlined on the payment page during registration and in the confirmation message.

Upon verification of your payment by our Accounts Department, we will send a confirmation email to the email address you provided during registration within one week.

To cancel your registration, please contact Registration Committee: reg.pharmscicon@nirmauni.ac.in. No refund will be possible.

The only accepted mode of payment is online, through a bank transfer to the account specified on the website. Cash, cheques, demand drafts (DD), and similar methods are not taken into consideration.

Refer to the registration tab for deadline for different categories.

Submit your abstract using our Abstract submission in google link. Please strictly follow the Guidelines for Abstract Preparation and Submission. You shall refer to the “Abstract Template” for the preparation of your abstract.

You are not permitted to present the work. Only First Author is permitted to present.

No, you can directly register as a Delegate.

250 words are allowed per abstract.

The first (presenting) author is allowed to submit only one abstract, while they can participate as a co-author in multiple other abstracts.

All accepted abstracts submitted by the first author who has registered and paid the registration fee will be included in the conference proceedings of the PharmSciCon 2027.

No, Oral presentations are permitted by physically attending conference at Nirma Campus.

No, only the presenting author will receive a certificate.

Organizing Committee

Chief Patron Shri K K Patel Convener Prof. Gopal Natesan
Dr. Rajesh N. Patel Organizing Secretary Dr. Vijay Kothari
Dr. Dhaivat Parikh

 

Local Organizing Committee

SR NO LIST OF COMMITTEES PERSON IN- CHARGE FACULTY MEMBERS
1 Scientific Committee Prof. Tejal Mehta Dr. Sriram Seshadri
Dr. Shital Butani
Dr. Udit Chaube
Dr. Dipal Gandhi
2 Abstract Committee (Oral and poster) Dr. Hardik Bhatt
Dr. Dineshkumar Upadhyay
Dr. Nasreen Munshi
Dr. Nagja Tripathi
Dr. Bhagawati Saxena
Dr. Amee Nair
Dr. Tejas Dhameliya
Dr. Anjali Menon
Dr. Urvish Chhaya
Dr. Bharti Mangla
3 Printing committee Dr. Niyati Acharya Dr. Sagar Pamu
Dr. Nasreen Munshi
Dr. Vivek Vyas
Dr. Darshan Dhakan
Dr. Reetuparna Acharya
4 Finance Committee Dr. Bhumika Patel Dr. Aarthi Sundararajan
Dr. Shruti Rawal
Dr. Vijay Srivastava
5 Registration and Correspondence Dr. Jigna Shah Dr. Charmy Kothari
Dr. Heena Dave
Dr. Richa Gupta
Dr. Vanrajsinh Thakor
6 Transport Committee Dr. Jigar Shah Dr. Vijay Srivastava
Dr. Pallav Gandhi
7 Accommodation Committee Dr. Mayur Patel Dr. Sriram Seshadri
8 Venue Management Dr. Shital Panchal Dr. Shruti Chatterjee
Dr. Misari Patel
8 Catering committee Dr. Nrupesh Patel Dr. Darshan Dhakan
9 Hospitality and Reception Dr. Snehal Patel Dr. Sriram Seshadri
Dr. Anshu Srivastava
10 Entertainment Committee Dr. Dipal Gandhi
Dr. Anshu Srivastava
Dr. Aarthi Sundararajan
11 Website Management and Media Publicity Dr. Mohit Shah Dr. Amee Nair

 

 

Name Affiliation
Dr. Nguyen Hoai Vice Director, Research Center for Infectious Diseases, Vietnam National University
Dr. Nitin Patil Head of Peptide Research Division, RTI International, USA
Dr. Marcello Iriti University of Milan, Italy
Dr Wong Tin Wui Founder & Head of Non-Destructive biomedical & Research CentrE, Universiti Teknologi MARA, (UiTM), Malaysia
Dr Yashwant Pathak Professor, Dept. of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of South Florida, USA
Dr. Sanjay Toshniwal Central Council Member, Pharmacy Council of India, New Delhi
Dr. Mukul Jain President, Zydus Research Centre, Ahmedabad
Shri S B Dangayach Founder Trustee, Innovative Thought Forum, Ahmedabad
Dr. Hanmanthrao Palep Founding Chairman, Dr. Palep’s Medical Research Foundation Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai
Dr. Anasuya Bhadalkar Joint Director, Gujarat State Biotechnology Mission (GSBTM), Gandhinagar
Dr Varun Sureja Vice President – Medical & International Business Affairs, Sundyota Numandis Group of Companies, Ahmedabad
Dr. Nerges Mistry Director, The Foundation for Medical Research, Mumbai

To be Announced

To be Announced

The hotel accommodation is also available in Ahmedabad; the tariff ranging from approximately Rs. 1,500 – Rs. 7,000 per day. The dormitory facilities are also available nearby Nirma University.

 

The Organizing Secretary PharmSciCon- 2027
Institute of Pharmacy, Nirma University
G. Highway, Ahmedabad – 382481, Gujarat, INDIA
Phone : +91-30642714/ 715 /  +91- 2717 241900-01-02-04
Email : os.pharmscicon@nirmauni.ac.in

Convener: convener.pharmscicon@nirmauni.ac.in
Abstract Committee: abs.pharmscicon@nirmauni.ac.in
Registration Committee: reg.pharmscicon@nirmauni.ac.in