International Conference on Chemical Biology Concludes in Vijayawada

The two-day International Conference on Emerging Trends in Chemical Biology (ETCB-2025) concluded on March 15, 2025, at SRM University-AP in Amaravati. Organized by the Department of Chemistry under the School of Engineering and Sciences (SEAS), the event attracted leading researchers, scientists, and young scholars from both India and abroad. Participants engaged in discussions focused on the latest advancements at the intersection of chemistry and biology.

Keynote Speakers and Themes

The conference featured an array of activities, including keynote sessions, invited talks, poster presentations, and networking opportunities. Renowned speakers included Prof. Raghavan Varadarajan from IISc Bengaluru, Prof. Harinath Chakrapani from IISER Pune, Prof. Dev P. Arya from Clemson University in the USA, Dr. Venkata Srikanth Garikipati from Temple University, and Dr. Syed Kaleem Ahmed from the University of Southern California.

The conference provided a platform for highlighting the global demand for innovation in areas such as artificial blood components, molecular therapeutics, and novel biological tools. Prof. Ch. Satish Kumar, Vice-Chancellor of SRM University, emphasized the importance of interdisciplinary research to meet these challenges.

Fostering Scientific Collaboration

Prof. C. V. Tomy, Dean of SEAS, noted that events like ETCB-2025 help strengthen scientific collaboration across various disciplines. In a similar vein, Prof. Ranjit Thapa, Dean of Research, addressed the obstacles and significance of cross-disciplinary work, underlining that collaboration is essential for scientific advancement.

The conference concluded with the release of the Abstract Book, which compiled the research presented during the event. Additionally, awards were presented to winners of the poster sessions, marking a successful culmination of a collaborative scientific exchange.

The ETCB-2025 conference not only showcased the latest research in chemical biology but also reinforced the importance of global cooperation in addressing the challenges faced in this dynamic field.