| Abstract Submission Opens on: | 25 August 2026 |
| Last Date of Submission of Abstract: | 25 October 2026 |
| Acceptance Notification: | 30 October 2026 |
| Registration Opens on | 01 October 2026 |
| Last Date of Registration: | 15 November 2026 |
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6th Collaborative Academic Research Excellence Conference 2026
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Precision Healthcare: From Molecules to Medical Devices
IIT INDORE, 08-10 December 2026
2.5 CONFERENCE DAY
200 + EXPECTED PARTICIPANTS
30 + KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
POSTER AND ORAL PRESENTATIONS FOR STUDENTS AND POSTDOC
NETWORKING AND MENTORING SESSIONS
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About CARE 2026
The Mehta Family School of Biosciences and Biomedical Engineering, IIT Indore, in collaboration with the Mehta Family Foundation, is proud to host the 6th CARE Conference at the intersection of Biology, Engineering and Artificial Intelligence themed "Precision Healthcare: From Molecules to Medical Devices."
The CARE (Collaborative Academic and Research Excellence) Conference serves as a global platform to advance research in emerging and frontier areas of Biosciences and Biomedical Engineering, bringing together academia, industry, policymakers, and funding agencies to catalyze long-term, high-impact collaborations across institutions such as IITs, IISERs, IISc, and global partners. Through expert talks, panel discussions, and a dedicated research showcase featuring poster presentations and flash talks by PhD students and postdocs, the conference offers a platform to share the latest research findings, innovations, and methodologies while gaining valuable expert insights.
Beyond knowledge exchange, the event is designed to enable mentoring, networking, and career development, and to expose students and young faculty to interdisciplinary and cross-sectoral research approaches that drive impactful, real-world outcomes.
Conference Themes :
- OMICS, Molecular Diagnostics and System 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
- Biomedical Signal and Image Processing
- AI in Healthcare
- 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
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
Important Dates
Contact Us
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CARE 2026 Secretariat, Room No. 708, POD-1A Mehta Family School of Biosciences & Biomedical Engineering Indian Institute of Technology Indore Simrol, 453 552, Indore-Khandwa Road, Indore, MP, India Email: bio@thecareconferences.org Phone: + 91 731 660 3579 |
How to reach us
IIT Indore is located near Simrol village, ~25 km from Indore city on Khandwa Road, Madhya Pradesh.
By Air: Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Airport (IDR), Indore – ~30 km from campus. Taxis available.
By Train: Indore Junction (INDB) – ~28 km. Auto-rickshaws and cabs to campus.
By Bus: Sarwate Bus Stand, Indore. Local buses toward Simrol / Khandwa Road.
By Road: Located on NH-52 (Indore–Khandwa Highway), approximately 25 km south of Indore city.