9th Asian PGPR India Chapter National Conference at Bharathiar University – Registrations Open!
9th Asian PGPR India Chapter National Conference
on
“The Beneficial Microbes as Integrated Approach for Sustainable Agriculture: Opportunities & Challenges”
29 – 30 July, 2024
Organized by
Department of Botany
Bharathiar University, Coimbatore – 641 046, Tamil Nadu, India.
Dear Delegates,
It is with immense pleasure that we welcome you on behalf of the Asian PGPR Society and its Indian Chapter for Sustainable Agriculture to the 9th Asian PGPR India Chapter National Conference on “The Beneficial Microbes as Integrated Approach for Sustainable Agriculture: Opportunities & Challenges” scheduled to be held from 29-30 July, 2024 at Bharathiar University, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India. This conference is being organized in collaboration with Asian PGPR Society for Sustainable Agriculture supported by various educational, industrial, entrepreneurial, and media partners.
As PGPR associated technologies are currently experiencing a dramatic increase, research on the interactions between PGPR and crops has become vital and is considered to play a key role for the future of sustainable and organic agriculture. PGPR shows a significant role in sustainable agriculture that can increase the demand for crop production with a considerable reduction of synthetic fertilizers and pesticides use
, which is a big challenge nowadays.This conference pays tribute to the growing significance of bio-fertilizers, bio-fungicides, bio-pesticides, bio-stimulants, bio-herbicides, bio-nematicides, etc. while identifying newly emerging technologies in the league. Hence, we cordially welcome you to join us and witness the advances in agriculture on the use of PGPR strategies to the next generation of green revolution in safe food production.
In this conference, we bring together academia, researchers, entrepreneurs, policy makers, progressive farmers, and Government officials comprising a core team of technical experts from across India to deliberate and understand the strengths and weaknesses in developing PGPR associated technologies for use by farming communities across the country. The outputs would form a strong foundation in addressing the issues of global food security in terms of using PGPR associated technologies from lab to field.
The agenda of the 9th Asian PGPR India Chapter National conference is to create a good platform for scientific deliberations and discussions on PGPR research by means of national and global networking between academia and industry visionaries. In addition, Nationally renowned speakers, academicians, industrialists, and policy makers those who are doing research on PGPR have been invited for research collaboration in sustainable agriculture which in turn useful for entrepreneurial opportunity for young minds.
Asian PGPR Society for Sustainable Agriculture
The Asian PGPR Society is a non-profit scientific society established in 2009 to enable scientists, researchers, academicians, government groups, students, farmers, industry personnel, etc. from various agricultural disciplines to discuss their interests and research avenues towards the latest developments of PGPR from microbe to microbiome technologies with commercialization aspects.
Bharathiar University
The Bharathiar University was established at Coimbatore by the Government of Tamil Nadu in February 1982 under the Bharathiar University Act, 1981 (Act 1 of 1982). University Grants Commission (UGC) recognized Bharathiar University in 1985. The National Assessment and Accreditation Council have accredited the University with an ‘A++’ Grade in the Fourth cycle assessment. Standing at 15 ranks under the category of Universities and 24 among the top 100 institutions in the MOE’s National Institute Ranking Framework’s (NIRF 2022) ranking in 2021, Bharathiar University secured a ranking in the range of 801-1000 in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings.
Salient Features of the Conference
- Good platform for scientific deliberations and discussions.
- Information, benchmarking, and networking offered at one place.
- National & Global networking between PGPR researchers.
- Nationally renowned speakers for research collaboration.
- Structured scientific programs for sustainable agriculture.
- Convene academia and industry visionaries to get inspired.
- Problem-solving skills in organic agriculture.
- Gain the knowledge to find solutions for problems.
- Career guidance for students and scholars of the next generation.
- Entrepreneurial opportunity for young minds.
- Poster and oral presentations and world-class stall exhibitions.
- MOUs among interested groups of academia and industries and policymakers.
- Making global opportunities between stakeholders.
Conference Themes
- Fundamental & Applied Research: PGPR, Bio-inoculants, other beneficial microorganisms and phytochemicals for crop improvement, integrated pest & disease management.
- Engineering & Technology Research: Microbial Biotechnology, Microbiome Engineering, soil and plant health management.
- Impact of Climate and Nanotechnology: Carbon Sequestration, Climate Resilience, Mitigation, Semiochemicals, Nano-PGPR, Nano-biostimulants, Nano-nutrients & Nano-farming for an integrated approach.
- ICT, Geo and Drone Technologies: Artificial Intelligence, Digitalization, Gene editing, Robotics, Drone technology and GPS coupled with PGPR technology in modern agriculture.
- Commercialization of PGPR: Entrepreneurial opportunity, Product development, Economy, and Commercialization of PGPR in Smart farming.
- Regulatory, Safety & IPR Strategies: Global opportunities, Regulatory affairs, Policy, Safety & IPR strategies for PGPR technologies in agriculture.
Call for Abstracts/Papers
The original research papers/abstracts/conceptual papers related to the conference themes are invited from all the stakeholders viz., students, faculties of SAU’s/ICAR institutes, and PSUs/companies/private organizations. The soft copy of the papers both abstract and full-length papers should be sent to the organizers of the conference on or before 10 July 2024 via E-mail at: [email protected] & [email protected] and also submit online at www.asianpgprconference2024.org. The awards will be provided for the best paper and poster presentations selected by a panel of Judges. All other registered candidates would be awarded with a participation certificate.
Guidelines for Abstract Submission
Based on the above Conference themes, abstracts and full-length papers are invited and written clearly in English and submitted on or before 10 July 2024. Abstracts must report the results of the original research or other activity of significant merit related to PGPR microbiome and its allied fields. Abstracts should not exceed 300 words. It must be typed in Times New Roman, font 12, 1.0 spacing and submitted as a word document with no grammatical, typographical, or factual errors. Title of abstracts followed by full names (without using titles such as Mr./Mrs./Dr. etc.) of author(s) along with the address of the affiliated institute should be mentioned. In case of two or more authors, the presenting author should be marked with an asterisk (*) and his/her email should be mentioned. Peer-reviewed and selected abstracts would be invited for lead and oral presentation.
Following are the Categories of Awards
- Best Young & Senior Scientist
- Best Women Young & Senior Scientist
- Best Entrepreneur & Best Start-up
- Best Social Worker
- Life-time Achievement
- Excellence in Research & Extension
- Excellence in Industry
- Excellence in Regulatory Affairs and Crop Security
- Excellence in Teaching & Administration
- Progressive Farmers
- Asian PGPR Society Services
General Instructions
Current Asian PGPR Life membership and participation as a delegate with paid registration required for these awards. Each member of the society may nominate one candidate for each of the above awards. Nominations should address the activities most relevant to the award, with a clear statement of the impact the nominee has had in his/her specific area of expertise. The nomination packet must include the following supporting material: A nomination statement not to exceed 1,000 words that highlights the contributions of the candidate and includes the candidate’s name, place of birth, and institutions, with degrees and years granted, as well as the current position. The statement should be focused and succinct and document the relevancy and impact of the candidate’s contributions to the advancement of science in PGPR’s. Curriculum vitae not to exceed two pages. A complete list of publications. The list should be separated into the following categories, with most recent publications first. Abstracts and manuscripts not yet accepted should not be included. Refereed journal articles and extension publications Books, reviews, book chapters, and etc., Technical publications (e.g., monographs, reports, symposium papers, proceedings, etc.) Popular publications and Invited presentations.
Nomination Deadline
Award nominations are open till May 30, 2024. The Awards and Honors Committee will submit their findings to PGPR Society Council for scrutiny. Those receiving awards will be notified by the Society Chairman by the end of June 2024 and will be awarded during the Conference Gala Dinner on July 30, 2024, at Bharathiar University. Nominations must be submitted via E-mail to Dr. P. Ponmurugan (E-mail: [email protected]) for compilation and transmission to the awards committee.
Oral & Poster Presentations
Oral Presentation: The number of slides shouldn’t be more than 15 and the time is 15 minutes. The presentation should include Title, Name, Theme, and Address on the first slide of the presentation, Introduction, Material and Methods, Results, and Conclusion.
Poster Presentation:
- Size: 120 cm length x 90 cm breadth.
- Font Size: Title – 80 pt, Authors – 50 pt, Subheading – 46 pt, Text – 24 pt, Caption – 18 pt.
- Poster should include: Title, Name, Theme, Address, Introduction, Material and Methods, Results, Conclusion, and References.
Registration
- The registration fee includes working lunch, dinner, coffee break, and registration kit only.
Mode of Payment:
- Payment can be remitted via GOOGLE PAY / PAYTM / PHONE PE UPI ID.
- Account No.: 822610210000088
- Account Name: Asian PGPR conference
- Account Type: Savings Account
- Bank Name: Bank of India
- Branch: Bharathiar University Branch
- Branch code: 008226
- IFSC Code: BKID0008226
- MICR code: 641013011
Travel Arrangements:
- Participants are requested to make their own travel arrangements. For assistance, contact the organizers.
SPONSORSHIP LEVELS
Diamond SPONSORSHIP | Rs.2,00,000+
- Four complimentary conference registrations
- Patron and Advisory Board Member status
- Acknowledgment with logo in Registration Brochure and Conference Programme
- On-site signage
- Complimentary conference attendee mailing list
- Recognition on Asian PGPR conference website with a link to your website
- Soft copy of the proceedings
- Exhibition space
- 5-minute presentation during the kick-off session
- One oral presentation during regular sessions
- VIP table at conference social event
- Inclusion of your promotional materials in conference bags
PLATINUM SPONSORSHIP | Rs.1,00,000+
- Three complimentary conference registrations
- Patron and Advisory Board Member
- Acknowledgment with logo in Registration Brochure and Conference Programme
- On-site signage
- Complimentary conference attendee mailing list
- Recognition on Asian PGPR conference website with a link to your website
- Soft copy of the proceedings
- Exhibition space
- 5-minute presentation during the kick-off session
- One oral presentation during regular sessions
- VIP table at conference social event
- Your promo materials in conference bags
GOLD SPONSORSHIP | Rs.75,000
- Two complimentary conference registrations
- Patron and Advisory Board Member
- Acknowledgment with logo in Registration Brochure and Conference Program
- On-site signage
- Complimentary conference attendee mailing list
- Recognition on Asian PGPR conference website with a link to your website
- Soft copy of the proceedings
- Exhibition space
- 5-minute presentation during the kick-off session
- One oral presentation during regular sessions
- VIP table at conference social event
- Your promo materials in conference bags
SILVER SPONSORSHIP | Rs.50,000
- One complimentary conference registration
- Advisory Board Member
- Acknowledgment with logo in Registration Brochure and Conference Programme
- Complimentary conference attendee mailing list
- Recognition on Asian PGPR conference website with a link to your website
- Soft copy of the proceedings
- Exhibition space
- Your promo materials in conference bags
BRONZE SPONSORSHIP | Rs.25,000
- One complimentary conference registration
- Advisory Board Member
- Acknowledgment with logo in Registration Brochure and Conference Programme
- Complimentary conference attendee mailing list
- Recognition on Asian PGPR conference website with a link to your website
- Soft copy of the proceedings
- Exhibition space
- Your promo materials in conference bags
Important Dates:
- Early bird Registration: June 30, 2024
- Last date for Registration: July 10, 2024
- Last date for Submission of Abstract: June 30, 2024
- Last date for Submission of Full Paper: July 10, 2024
- On-spot Registration: July 29, 2024
For more information, visit: www.asianpgprconference2024.org
Core Committee Members Contact Numbers:
- Convener: Dr. T. Parimelazhagan – 8903001973
- Organizing Secretary: Dr. P. Ponmurugan – 9865857816
- Treasurer: Dr. N. Geetha – 7010663900
- Registration: Dr. T. Muthukumar – 9942436855
- Hospitality: Dr. K. Vasanth – 8056335369
- Oral & Poster Presentations: Dr. P. Gurusaravanan – 9952106759
- Accommodation: Dr. K. Chitra – 9500287222
- Field Tour: Dr. R. Sivalingam – 7010565675
- Transport: Dr. A. Anitha – 9994315759
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