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INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON CHALLENGES IN BIOTECHNOLOGY AND FOOD TECHNOLOGY |
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8 – 10th October, 2009 |
FINAL CALL FOR PAPERS |
| Organising Directors |
Dr. T. Karunanithi
Dr. P. Mullai
Dr. M. Thenmozhi |
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ORGANISED BY |
Department of Technology
Faculty of Engineering and Technology
Annamalai University
Annamalai Nagar – 608 002
Tamil Nadu. |
| Theme of the conference |
| As mankind becomes more sophisticated and ambitious, the natural resources are overused and we face a number of problems such as hunger in different parts of the world, pollution and pollution related diseases, global warming and the one that has more direct effect on our lives, the non-availability and cost of fuels. Breakthroughs in biochemical engineering and food technology help address few of these problems and understand others. We have genetically engineered crops with improved yields and better pest resistance, biofuels that would replace the depleting fossil fuel supplies sans environmental hazards by maintaining the carbon balance, enzyme based detergents that replace the conventional chemicals that pollute the water bodies and so on. Research on marine biotechnology gives ideas on drug discovery, new materials, raw materials for processing industries and increasing productivity of seafood. Extension of these research findings from the laboratory to the industry poses a number of problems that should be tackled successfully and efficiently. Scientists working in the field of biochemical engineering and food technology have the vision for a world free of hunger, diseases and pollution. This international conference intends to bring together academic and industrial researchers into fruitful deliberations on advanced technologies that aim at successful handling of the challenges in these areas for improving the quality of life. |
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| Call for papers |
| In concomitant with the said major themes this conference invites research papers of proven quality on theoretical and empirical aspects on the following sub-themes. |
- Bioprocess engineering
- Biocatalysis
- Bioreactors and biokinetics
- Biomaterials
- Biomolecular engineering
- Protein engineering
- Biotechnology applications in medicine and health
- Bio-drug discovery
- Nanobiotechnology
- Bioenvironmental engineering
- Bioenergy
- Ecological roles of bioactive compounds
- Biodiversity conservation
- Marine biosecurity and biodefense
- Marine biochemicals
- Biotechnology approaches to diseases in aquaculture
- Ethics in biotechnology
- Food and process engineering – emerging technology
- Implementation of lean manufacturing principles and cost reduction throughout the process
- Food microbiology, antimicrobials & sanitizers
- Produce disinfection and antimicrobials
- Food chemistry – antioxidants and phytochemicals, proteins and enzymes, food polymers and carbohydrates, food process engineering
- Storage, processing and packaging
- Toxicology and safety evaluation
- Nonthermal processing for improving food safety
- Modeling and simulation
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| Submission of papers |
| Authors are called upon to send two hard copies of the paper in complete version along with a soft copy. For information on the research paper format please refer to instructions in the Research Journal of Biotechnology website, http://www.chemenviron.org/rjbt. |
| Language : The official language of the conference is English. Translation facility will not be provided. |
| Participants : Persons from industries, academicians and research scholars can participate. |
| Important dates |
| Submission of full paper along with abstract, registration form and fees |
20 April, 2009 |
| Those who have not sent the abstract can also submit the full paper |
20 April, 2009 |
| Confirmation of acceptance |
30 April, 2009 |
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| Registration fees |
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Indian delegates |
Foreign delegates |
| Academicians and researchers |
Rs. 2500 |
US$ 300 |
| Personnel from industry |
Rs. 5000 |
US$ 400 |
| Accompanying Spouse |
Rs. 1000 |
US$ 100 |
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| The registration fee should be sent through bank draft payable in Annamalai Nagar, drawn in favour of the Organizing Director, ICBF – 2009, Annamalai University, Annamalai Nagar – 608002. Registration fees cover attendance at all the conference sessions, morning and afternoon teas, lunches and conference materials. |
Sponsorship / Co-sponsorship
The leading organizations, funding agencies, industries, equipment manufacturers and allied services are invited to sponsor the conference lunch, dinner, kits, etc. Sponsors / Co-sponsors will find their names reflected in the conference publication and would be prominently displayed at the conference venue. The sponsors will be given a hall for their product display. |
Advertisement
A limited space will be made available for advertisements in the souvenir of the conference. Contact the organizing director for further details. |
Accommodation
Accommodation for invited delegates will be arranged in the University guest house and hostel. For those preferring to stay at hotel, accommodation will be arranged on request with payment.
How to reach
Annamalai Nagar, 2 km away from Chidambaram is situated in the east-central part of Tamil Nadu state of southeastern India. The nearest airports are Trichy (195 km) and Chennai (245 km). Frequent bus services are available to Chidambaram from Chennai and Trichy. The climate of Chidambaram is tropical with mercury touching up to 30º C in August. |
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| Places of tourist interest |
| The Nataraja Temple |
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| The temple is located in the centre of the town covering an area of 40 acres. It is one of the oldest temples of Tamil Nadu. The Navagraha temples are located within a radius of 70 km to the south of Chidambaram. |
Pichavaram
Pichavaram, 16 km east of Chidambaram, ranks among the most exquisite scenic spots. The backwaters which are interconnected by the Vellar and Kollidam system have one of the finest mangrove forests in the world. |
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Neyveli
It is about 30 km from Chidambaram, via Vadalur. It is one of the biggest industrial complexes in the country. The lignite mined here is utilized for thermal power generation. |
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Visas
All foreign visitors need visas to visit India. Letter of invitation for visa application will be sent on request after receipt of the registration from. The participants are requested to contact the local Indian Embassy / Consulate for visa details and other requirements.
Proceedings
The symposium proceedings to be brought out will contain invited lectures and contributed papers. The selected research papers will be published in the Research Journal of Biotechnology, a peer reviewed quarterly international journal.
Address for Correspondence
Dr. P. Mullai / Dr.M.Thenmozhi
Readers
Department of Technology
Annamalai University
Annamalai Nagar – 608 002
Tamil Nadu, India.
Mobile : +91 94425 21795, +91 94869 18357
E-Mail: sammullaip@yahoo.in, thenmozhim.au@gmail.com, icbf2009@gmail.com |
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