International conference on Molecular Medicine “MOLMED-2012
About the Conference
The Centre for Bio-Separation Technology (CBST) at VIT University, in association with University at Buffalo (The State University of New York, Buffalo, USA), Swinburne University of Technology (Melbourne, Australia), Indian Institute of Technology – Madras (IITM, Chennai, India), Charotar University of Science & Technology (CHARUSAT, Changa, India), and Laila Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd. (Chennai, India) is organizing this three day international conference on Molecular Medicine “MOLMED-2012” to expose Technology and Networking to the research community.
Molecular medicine is a broad field, where physical, chemical, biological and medical techniques are used to describe molecular structures and mechanisms, to identify fundamental molecular and genetic errors of disease, and to develop molecular interventions to correct them. The molecular medicine perspective emphasizes cellular and molecular phenomena and interventions rather than the previous conceptual and observational focus on patients and their organs. Therefore, it propagates a systematic understanding of the biological structures and functions at the molecular level through specified tools like proteomics, genomics, metabolomics and other basic researches which form the backbone to a sound Drug discovery and development program. Molecular medicine has thus led to the identification of several newer targets for drug delivery, making the drugs more effective. Nevertheless, with a better knowledge of the underlying mechanism of the diseases, several interventions could be effectively planned to combat them and to prevent further progression. This conference will thus look into various aspects of molecular medicine and cover topics related to genetic analysis of diseases, identification of novel targets and its mechanism.
The concept of nutraceuticals has evolved from the recognition of the link between food and health. These (often referred to as phytochemicals or functional foods) are natural bioactive, chemical compounds that have health promoting, disease preventing or medicinal properties. Rapid advances in science and technology, increasing health care costs, an aging population and rising interest in attaining wellness through diet are among the factors fuelling interest in nutraceuticals. The use of nutraceuticals, as an attempt to accomplish desirable therapeutic outcomes with reduced side effects, as compared with other therapeutic agents has met with great monetary success. Current research on the use of nutraceuticals as potential cancer chemo preventive agents has been limited largely to the study of their antiproliferative and apoptotic effects in human cancer cells. Therefore, it is very important that nutraceuticals be discussed and debated for analyzing its significance in disease prevention.
Eminent experts in these multidisciplinary fields from within India and abroad will deliver plenary lectures. Short communications from young scientists, poster sessions, etc. will be organized to encourage young scientists and innovative initiatives in these emerging fields, and to promote exchanges and interactions between scientists from these diversified fields.
In a congenial atmosphere, a good opportunity will be provided for Industries, Academia and Young Scientists to interact through exhibitions, demonstrations and discussions, featuring the latest equipment available for studies in these field.
IN ASSOCIATION WITH
Indian Institute of Technology Madras , Chennai, India
Swinburne University of Technology , Melbourne, Australia
University at Buffalo, The State University of New York , Buffalo, USA
Charotar University of Science & Technology
Changa, India Laila Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd. , Chennai, India
Colleagues are invited to submit an abstract of one page in English describing their original research in any of the scientific topics mentioned or related subjects. Both short communication (twenty minutes) and poster presentations will be available. Please send your abstracts to the convener at indviji@yahoo.com
Young scientist awards for the best short communication and poster presentation are also planned.
REGISTRATION FEE DETAILS
Category | Foreign Nationals |
Academic Staff/Faculty from Institutions | Rs. 2500 |
Industry Personnel | Rs. 5000 |
Students, Research Scholars & Postdoctoral Fellows | Rs. 1000 |
International participants* | US $500 |
Mode of Payment for Indian Participants
A demand draft should be made in favour “VIT University” payable at Vellore and sent along with the filled-in registration form to the following address:
Prof. M.A. Vijayalakshmi
Director
Centre for Bio-Separation Technology (CBST)
616, Technology Tower
VIT University, Vellore – 632014
Tamil Nadu, India.
Please provide details of your name, designation and organization behind the DD.
Mode of Payment for Foreign Participants
Payment is either by Bank Transfer (see details below) or in cash after arrival.
Current Account Name Vellore Institute of Technology
Current Account No 407580397
Name of the Bank Indian bank
Branch Name VIT Branch
Branch Code 1585
Branch Address The chief manager
VIT Branch, Katpadi
Vellore-632014
IFSC code IDIB000V086
Routing through
Standard Chartered Bank, New York SCBLUS33
Indian bank Chennai 358 202 1188001
Swift code No IDIBINBBMAS
Note:
• Bank charges are the responsibility of the participant and should be paid at source in addition to the registration and accommodation fees.
• Please make sure the name of the congress and the participant are stated on the bank transfer.
• Postal orders and travellers cheques will NOT be accepted.
For further information, please contact:
Prof. M.A. VIJAYALAKSHMI
Tel.: +91-416-2202375 (office) | Mobile: +91-9443311374
E-mail: indviji@yahoo.com
ACCOMMODATION INFORMATION
A good number of hotels at reasonable rates (ranging from Rs.1000 to Rs.1200) are available. For more details, visit http://www.vit.ac.in/informationfor/Hotels_in_Vellore.htm . In addition, VIT disposes both AC & Non AC rooms at its guest house. Limited accommodation for students from outside Vellore can be arranged at the University hostels.
NOTE: If you require accommodation to be provided by us, draw an additional demand draft of Rs. 1000 in favour of “ VIT University ” payable at ‘Indian Bank, Vellore , Tamil Nadu' and sent along with the completed registration form. Please write your name, designation and organization behind the DD.
For further accommodation-related queries, please contact:
Mr. VIGNESH NARASIMHAN J.
CBST, VIT University
Tel: +91-416-2202376 (office) | Mobile: +91-9840435031
Email: vigneshjvn@gmail.com
Registration Fees covers participation in Scientific Sessions, the printed congress materials, participation certificate and entry to all the social events.
*For International participants, registration fee also covers accommodation at the University guest house.
DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION: January 25, 2012
CONTACT US
Prof. M.A. Vijayalakshmi
Director
CBST, VIT University
Vellore – 632014 | Tamil Nadu, India
T: +91-416-2202375/76/2247329| M: +91-9443311374
F: +91-416-2243092
FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://www.vit.ac.in/molmed2012/contact_us.html
