VESICON 2026 is an Annual International Conference on Extracellular Vesicles and Translational Medicine, organized at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi. The conference will be held from 5th–7th October 2026, followed by a hands-on post-conference workshop on 8th–9th October 2026.

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The event aims to bring together scientists, clinicians, faculty members, researchers, industry experts, and young investigators to discuss recent advances in extracellular vesicle biology, biomarkers, diagnostics, therapeutics, drug delivery, regenerative medicine, multi-omics, bioinformatics, neurodegenerative diseases, wound healing, and translational applications of EV research.

VESICON 2026 will provide a focused platform for scientific exchange through keynote lectures, invited talks, oral and poster presentations, networking opportunities, and practical workshop sessions.

This is Part I: Good Cell Culture Practices workshop. Completion of Part I is a prerequisite for applying to Part II: Advanced Training in Human Pluripotent Stem Cell Culture.

BioWISE (Bio – Women in STEM Empowered) is a flagship initiative of the BeST – Bengaluru Science and Technology Cluster (an initiative of the Office of PSA, GoI), in collaboration with the Biocon Foundation India (CSR arm of Biocon Biologics) and the National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS) as the academic and knowledge partner.

The programme brings together academia, industry, and government stakeholders to bridge the gap between academic learning and workforce readiness for women in STEM.

BioWISE aims to strengthen women’s participation in STEM fields by creating meaningful access to research, mentorship, networking, and professional growth opportunities, particularly for students from Tier 2 and Tier 3 institutions across Karnataka.

BioWISE Undergraduate Internship & Scholarship Programme (UG Cohort)

Applications are invited from women undergraduate students in Lifesciences disciplines across Karnataka for a 3-month internship and scholarship programme designed to provide:

• Hands-on research exposure
• Scholarship support
• Expert mentorship
• Exposure to leading academic and R&D institutions and industry environments in Bengaluru
• Networking opportunities
• Life skill development

Eligibility Criteria – UG Cohort

• Female students currently in the final year of UG studies or those who completed their UG degree within the last one year and is currently not enrolled in any academic courses
• Minimum 75% marks or equivalent academic performance
• Commitment to the full 3-month programme duration
• Family annual income generally below ₹6 lakhs
• Students from Tier 2/Tier 3 colleges or universities in Karnataka
• Demonstrated interest in applied research
• First-generation learners will be given preference
• Students pursuing Life Sciences disciplines including B.Sc., B.Tech. in Life Sciences, and allied fields are eligible

UG Application Link: (https://forms.gle/smsE6kFhoq3Q...)

BioWISE Postgraduate Internship & Scholarship Programme (PG Cohort)

Applications are invited from women postgraduate students in Lifesciences disciplines across Karnataka for a 6-month internship and scholarship programme designed to provide:

• Hands-on research exposure
• Scholarship support
• Expert mentorship
• Exposure to leading academic and R&D institutions and industry environments in Bengaluru
• Networking opportunities
• Life skill development

Eligibility Criteria – PG Cohort

• Female students currently in the final year of Master’s studies or those who completed their Master’s degree within the last one year (MSc/M-Tech - Life Sciences) and is not currently enrolled in any other academic programme
• Minimum 75% marks or equivalent CGPA
• Commitment to the full 6-month programme duration
• Family annual income generally below ₹6 lakhs
• Students from Tier 2/Tier 3 colleges or universities in Karnataka
• Demonstrated interest in applied research
• First-generation learners will be given preference
• Applicants must submit the required self-declaration form for first-generation learner status

• Students and immediate relatives affiliated with our promoting partners (BIOCON, BeST, or NCBS) are not eligible to apply.

PG Application Link: (https://forms.gle/iwQcKeUBB1n8...)

The upcoming online course on fellowship applications, jointly organised by EMBO Global Activities, IndiaBioscience, and Fellowsherpa, will be held from 22–24 July 2026 from 14:00–18:00 IST each day. Designed for senior PhD students and early postdoctoral researchers, the course offers a practical introduction to navigating the highly competitive scientific funding landscape.

Through lectures, workshops, and personalised feedback sessions, participants will learn how to identify suitable fellowship programmes and host laboratories, approach potential supervisors, prepare strong fellowship applications, and navigate post-decision steps. The course will also cover important but often overlooked aspects of fellowship calls, including eligibility criteria, formatting, documentation, and application instructions that can significantly influence outcomes.

The programme will be led by Thiago Carvalho and David del Álamo, both of whom bring extensive experience in graduate training, scientific publishing, and international fellowship programmes including EMBO and Marie Skłodowska-Curie fellowships. Participants will work with mock applications and supervisor contact emails, receive individualised feedback, and engage with internationally recognised fellowship formats.

Applications are open until 20 June 2026, and selected participants will be notified by 10 July 2026. A total of 20 participants will be selected for the course

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The Jubilee Centre for Medical Research (JCMR), is located in Thrissur, the Cultural Capital of Kerala, is a leading research institute known for fostering scientific innovation and collaborative research. The Laboratory for Computational and Structural Biology (LCSB) (www.lcsb.in or https://jcmr.jmmcri.org/laboratory/3), one of the key research laboratories at JCMR, is organizing the “National Symposium on Chemical Biology & Drug Design-Chapter II” on 01-02 July 2026 at Jubilee Hall, JMMC&RI, Thrissur.

The symposium aims to bring together researchers, academicians, industry professionals, and students working in the fields of chemical biology, computational biology, structural biology, artificial intelligence in drug discovery, and translational biomedical research. The event will provide a platform for scientific discussions, knowledge exchange, and networking with experts from academia and industry.

The symposium will include both academic and industrial presentations, along with poster and oral presentation sessions for participants to showcase their research findings and innovative ideas.

Topics covered include:
• Chemical Biology
• Drug Design and Discovery
• Computational and Structural Biology
• Molecular Modelling and Simulation
• Translational Medical Research

Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology is organising a "Workshop on ‘qPCR and data analysis’" from 24.06.2026 - 26.06.2026 (3 Days) at 'International Research Center of Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai through physical mode.

qPCR is a sensitive, specific, and high-fidelity method for measuring gene expression, clinical quantification, genotyping, and molecular diagnostics. This hands-on workshop covers the complete RNA-to-result workflow: total RNA isolation, cDNA synthesis, qPCR primer design, instrument setup (Bio‑Rad CFX Opus 96), and data analysis. Participants will gain practical skills and confidence to implement qPCR assays and translate them into novel diagnostic applications for infectious diseases.

Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai is organising a Training Program on ‘BIOMEDICAL TECHNIQUES IN MODERN BIOLOGY’ Sponsored by Department of Health Research (ICMR-DHR) from 29 June 2026 to 06 August 2026 at 'International Research Center of Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai through physical mode.

This workshop provides hands-on training in biomedical techniques Confocal Microscopy techniques, Flow Cytometry Analysis, Immunofluorescence and Immunoblotting, Live Cell Imaging, qPCR Analysis, 3D Cell Culture and 3D Printing, Gene Transfer Techniques, Cell Culture and Cell-based Assays, Advanced Microscopy Techniques and Molecular Docking.

Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology is organising Two days workshop in "Animal cell culture techniques" which will be held on June 15th to 16th, 2026 at our Cancer biology lab, International Research Centre, Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai through Physical mode.

The program will cover an introduction to in vitro cancer cell maintenance and Hands on Training in performing on Subculturing and Cell counting, Cryopreservation and revival of cells, Cytotoxicity assays (MTT), Apoptotic staining & Analysis, Propidium Iodide staining. Participants will gain insights into in vitro and advanced imaging techniques. The workshop also includes intensive practical training modules and detailed sessions on cancer cell culture for experimental research.

Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology is organising Two days National level workshop on "Flow cytometry Techniques" which will be held June 22rd & 23rd, 2026 at Flow cytometry research facility, Cancer biology lab, International Research Centre, Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai through Physical mode.

The workshop will cover the following topics: Basics of Flow cytometry analysis, Overview of instrument and its setup, Quality control, Experimental plan and design, Cell cycle analysis using mammalian cells, Apoptosis and Cell health analysis along with Data analysis and interpretation

This is a paid in-person workshop about how to leverage Gen AI (and various AI tools) for the purpose of research.

For years, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning remained within computer science departments. This changed in late 2022, when generative AI became widely accessible to researchers across disciplines. Experts proclaimed scientific research would never be the same. The reality has proven more complex. Generative AI can do remarkable things, but also produces wrong information with complete confidence. Some researchers swear by its help in their work, while others swear at it. The tool landscape is overwhelming: comparable and contrasting offerings, subscriptions from free to several hundred dollars monthly, and cost-effective approaches that usually demand daunting technical setup. Most online guides either oversell AI's magic or assume one is a developer. This leaves a real gap for researchers who wish to use AI effectively and mindfully, without changing what they work on or becoming AI experts. Our workshop is for such researchers.

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Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology invite for the Hands-on Online Workshop (Zoom Platform) on​“Molecular Docking, Biological Software Packages and Cell Culture Techniques” (to attain publication) between 11th – 13th June, 2026; Timing 09.30 am to 4.00 pm (IST), Organised by the Centre for Molecular and Nanomedical Sciences, International Research Centre (IRC), Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai. This workshop will provide a platform for the beginners to explore molecular docking, computational and cell culture techniques and implement these techniques in their field of research.

Following computational techniques such as; Molecular Docking using AutoDock Vina (Protein-ligand); Ligand preparation — Chimera; Docking analysis; Protein and Ligand preparation; Grid generation; Result analysis using Discovery Studio; Protein target screening and toxicity prediction will be covered. This workshop will provide a platform for the beginners to explore molecular docking, computational and cell culture techniques and implement these techniques in their field of research.

In the theme of data analysis, we are going to teach

1. ImageJ — Java-based image processing program, we can use it for many biological research experiments example western blotting, wound healing, immunofluorescence etc.,
2. Biorender — Scientific diagrams, and illustrations.
   
3. Circos Plot — Circos ideal for exploring relationships between objects or positions.
4. Mapchart — Make your own custom map of the World.
5. GraphPad Prism — Data analysis and graphing software (Survival graph).

Cell culture techniques and protocols include media preparation, cell passaging, counting cells in a Haemocytometer, cell seeding for MTT, wound healing and Immunofluorescence, cryopreservation, MTT assay and ex vivo organ (intro) calculations. Molecular Biology calculation includes stock and working concentration preparation and other basics.

Online workshop on biostatistics that focuses on the practical aspects.

The "Biostatistics: a user's perspective" series of workshops started in 2018, and till date (i.e. May 2026), there have been 1147 participants.

The primary focus of these workshops is to provide the knowledge required for basic statistical analysis and interpretation of biological data. The amount of mathematics involved is minimal, and the focus is conceptual and application-oriented, i.e. on getting the job done without necessarily understanding each gear and wheel clicking under the hood. Moreover, we demonstrate how to do every single test we discuss on freely available software. This enables the participants to use these tests for their own analysis. We also constantly discuss common mistakes and how to avoid them. For more details, see the course content.

The upcoming edition of this course will run online on two consecutive week-ends (i.e. Saturdays and Sundays) in Aug-Sep 2025 and will involve:

• 16 hours of interactive live teaching
  
• 4 hours of doubt-solving sessions / tutorials (over and above doubt solving during the lectures)
• Instruction videos on how to do the statistical tests covered in the course on your own
• Assignments for practicing the tests, including detailed solutions to select questions to enhance understanding
• Self-evaluation quiz
• A web-discussion forum for solving queries arising out of the teaching or the assignments / quiz
• New to this edition: This course now integrates the use of Generative AI as a tool for data analysis.
• The recordings of all lectures will be made available to the participants (in a view only mode) till 31-July-2026.

Certificates for all participating students.

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Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology is organising a National Level Workshop on ‘Cardiac Cell Culture and Advanced Molecular Techniques' from 19th to 20th June 2026( 1st cycle) and 9-10th July 2026 (2nd cycle)

Cardiac cell culture workshop offers immense value to students, researchers, and professionals in biotechnology, medicine, and the life sciences. This hands-on training is designed for undergraduate and postgraduate students, research scholars, academic professionals, and industry experts, providing practical experience in the handling and maintenance of cell cultures—an essential skill for both research and industrial applications. The workshop features introductory lectures on cell culture techniques, as well as cytotoxicity and apoptosis assays using AO/EtBr staining.