Precision Healthcare: From Molecules to Medical Devices
IIT INDORE, 08-10 December 2026
of conference
expected participants
keynote speakers
by PhD students and postdocs
& networking sessions
About CARE 2026
The 6th CARE (Collaborative Academic and Research Excellence) Conference
brings biology, engineering and artificial intelligence together under the theme "Precision
Healthcare: From Molecules to Medical Devices."
Hosted by the Mehta Family School of Biosciences and Biomedical Engineering, IIT
Indore, with the Mehta Family Foundation, CARE 2026 connects researchers from IITs, IISERs, IISc
and global partners with industry, policy makers and funding agencies to spark long-term, high-
impact collaborations.
Expert talks
Plenary, invited and industry talks
Research showcase
Posters and flash talks by PhD students and postdocs
Panels
Industry, academia and funding agencies
Mentoring
Networking and career development
Important Dates
Abstract Submission Opens
Registration Opens
Last Date for Abstract Submission
DeadlineAcceptance Notification
Last Date of Registration
DeadlineCARE 2026 at IIT Indore
ConferenceConference Themes
- OMICS, Molecular Diagnostics and Systems Biology
- Drug Discovery and Targeted Therapies
- Molecular Immunology and Immunoengineering
- Infectious Diseases and Antimicrobial Resistance
- Ayur Genomics
- Big Data Analytics in Molecular Medicine
- Computational Biology and AI in Healthcare
- Biomedical Signal and Image Processing
- Biosensors and PoC Diagnostics
- Regenerative Medicine and Drug Delivery Systems
Distinguished Speakers
Abhay Pandit
Professor of Biomaterials, Founding Director of CÚRAM (Centre for Research in Medical Devices), University of Galway, IrelandBiomaterials, Tissue Engineering, and Regenerative Medicine
Natarajan Muthusamy
Professor, Division of Hematology, Department of Internal Medicine, Ohio State University, USALeukemic Stem Cell Biology
Rahul Purwar
Professor, Department of Biosciences and Bioengineering, IIT BombayTumour Immunology and Cell Therapy
Shankar Subramaniam
Distinguished Professor, Shu Chien-Gene Lay Department of Bioengineering, University of California San Diego, USABioinformatics, Systems Biology and Systems Medicine
Shekhar C. Mande
President, Indian National Science Academy (INSA)Structural and Computational Biology of Pathogens
Suman Chakraborty
Director, IIT Kharagpur; Institute Chair Professor, Department of Mechanical EngineeringMicrofluidics for Affordable Healthcare Technologies
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Present Your Research
Poster Presentation
For PhD and Master's students.
Present your work to scientists,
clinicians and industry leaders and
compete for best poster awards.
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Flash Talks
For senior PhD scholars and postdocs.
Seven minutes on stage to share your
strongest result with the CARE
community.
Learn more
Submit Abstract
Use the CARE 2026 template and
choose Poster Presentation or Flash
Talk on the submission form.
Submit now
About Us
About IIT Indore
The Indian Institute of Technology Indore (IIT Indore) is one of India’s premier institutions of higher education and research, established with the vision of advancing knowledge, innovation, and technological excellence. IIT Indore fosters a vibrant interdisciplinary ecosystem that brings together engineering, science, medicine, data science, and emerging technologies. The Institute is committed to creating knowledge-driven solutions to complex societal challenges through cutting-edge research, high-quality education, and strong collaborations with academic, industrial, and healthcare partners. IIT Indore places strong emphasis on translating fundamental discoveries into impactful technologies and nurturing the next generation of researchers, innovators, and entrepreneurs. Through its multidisciplinary approach and growing national and international partnerships, the Institute is emerging as an important hub for transformative research and innovation. Read More
About Mehta Family Foundation
The Mehta Family Foundation (MFF), one of the largest philanthropic collaborators in higher education in India, has been a visionary and catalyst in introducing areas with transformative potential to the Indian higher education ecosystem.
What began in 2006 with a single School of Biosciences at IIT Madras has grown into a national initiative. The Mehta Family Foundation partners with premier Indian institutions to build intellectual capacity by accelerating breakthroughs in education and research in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Data Science, Biosciences, Sustainability, and emerging technologies.
MFF has previously co-hosted five conferences in Biosciences & Biotechnology and one in Data Science & Artificial Intelligence.
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About the Mehta Family School of BSBE
The Mehta Family School of Biosciences and Biomedical Engineering (MFSBSBE) at IIT Indore is an interdisciplinary academic and research unit working at the interface of biology, medicine, engineering, and data science. The School aims to develop future-ready scientists and engineers and translate advances in biosciences and biomedical engineering into meaningful clinical and industrial solutions. Its academic portfolio includes B.Tech. in Biomedical Engineering and Data Science, M.Sc. in Biotechnology, M.Tech. in Biomedical Engineering, M.Tech. in Biomedical Devices, and Ph.D. programs. Research at the School encompasses molecular and cell biology, immunology, computational biology, drug discovery, biomedical devices, AI-enabled healthcare, digital health, medical imaging, diagnostics, biomaterials, neuro-robotics, neurobiology, neural engineering, and translational biomedical research. With expanding laboratory infrastructure, multidisciplinary expertise, and collaborations with leading academic, clinical, and industrial organizations, the School is building a strong ecosystem for innovation in precision healthcare. Read More
How to reach us
By Air
Indore Airport (IDR), ~30 km
By Train
Indore Junction (INDB), ~28 km
By Bus
Sarwate Bus Stand, buses to Simrol
By Road
NH-52, ~25 km south of Indore
Contact Us
CARE 2026 Secretariat
ADDRESS
Room No. 708, POD-1A, Mehta Family School of Biosciences & Biomedical
Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Indore, Simrol, Indore-Khandwa
Road, Indore, MP 453 552
care2026@iiti.ac.in
bio@thecareconferences.org
PHONE +91 731 660 3579
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