Share your story and shine at JK Monitor!š Welcome to JK Monitor, where every story matters and every achievement is celebrated! We invite you to share the remarkable journey of your life and showcase your accomplishments to the world. Join our exclusive interviews that honor exceptional individuals just like you. KATRA: The two-day International Conference on Emerging Trends in Biosciences and Chemical Technology (ETBCT-2025) held at the School of Biotechnology, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU), Katra, J&K, concluded successfully, offering a platform for cross-disciplinary discussions, knowledge-sharing, and global collaboration. The event attracted over 200 participants, including distinguished researchers, academicians, and industry professionals from across the world.The conference was inaugurated by Shri Satish Sharma, Honāble Minister of Department of Science & Technology, Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Transport, Information Technology, Youth Services & Sports, ARI & Training, Government of Jammu & Kashmir.
Dignitaries included Prof. Pragati Kumar, Vice Chancellor of SMVDU, and Dr. Yashpal Sharma, Executive Director, SMVD Institute of Medical Excellence, who joined as the Special Invitee.The highlight of ETBCT-2025 was its exceptional lineup of international experts, whose plenary sessions and invited talks covered diverse and cutting-edge topics in the fields of Health Sciences, Molecular Biology, Microbial Biotechnology, Nanotechnology, and more. Dr. Indu Bhushan, the Convenor of the conference, played an instrumental role in bringing together over 25 internationally renowned speakers and securing vital funding, making the conference an outstanding success.
His relentless dedication and exceptional networking capabilities were pivotal in attracting top-tier experts and ensuring the participation of researchers from across the globe.Dr. Bhushanās vision and tireless efforts ensured the conference provided an inclusive platform where academia and industry could interact, fostering opportunities for collaboration and research exchange.
He successfully facilitated the involvement of key stakeholders and partners that ensured a rich scientific program and hands-on workshops, which allowed participants to gain practical experience in advanced bioscience applications such as sequencing, real-time PCR, and mass array analysis.In his address, Dr. Bhushan emphasized the need for global collaboration in addressing the challenges of biosciences and chemical technology, urging participants to work together toward innovative solutions that can impact global sustainability and health.
The two-day event also featured sessions on environmental sustainability, bioinformatics, genomics, proteomics, and more, offering researchers a chance to present their findings through oral and poster presentations. The conferenceās concurrent Workshop on Skills in Biosciences provided participants with practical, hands-on experience, enhancing their technical skills for future advancements in biosciences.The success of ETBCT-2025 would not have been possible without the support and efforts of the organizing committee, led by Dr. Bhushan, Dr. Shafaq Rasool, Dr. P.S. Slathia, and Prof. Ratna Chandra, Head of the School of Biotechnology.
Their collaboration and hard work ensured the seamless execution of this prestigious event.The conference has created a lasting impact, paving the way for future research initiatives and fostering a strong network of global experts in the fields of biosciences and chemical technology. As the event concludes, participants expressed their enthusiasm for future collaborations and knowledge exchange in this ever-evolving domain.
