The XXXI Annual Convention of ISVIB and International Conference (VIBCON 2026) on
“Transforming Animal Health and Production Systems through Smart Biotechnology Innovations
and Disease Intelligence” will be hosted by ICAR-NIVEDI, Bengaluru, during 23–25th
September 2026. The conference will provide an international platform for scientists, academicians,
policymakers, industry leaders, and young professionals to deliberate on how smart biotechnological
innovations and disease intelligence are transforming animal health and production systems.
The conference will emphasize advances in animal disease vaccines, diagnostics, multi-omics
technologies, translational biotechnology, and data-driven disease intelligence, highlighting
their individual and collective roles in enhancing productivity, resilience, preparedness, and
biosecurity of animal production systems.
Conference Highlights:
The ICAR–National Institute of Veterinary Epidemiology and Disease Informatics (NIVEDI) is a premier national institute mandated to strengthen animal disease surveillance, epidemiological analysis, disease forecasting, and decision-support systems.
ICAR-NIVEDI plays a critical role in translating biological and biotechnological advances into actionable disease intelligence for evidence-based policy formulation and field-level interventions. The institute integrates advanced epidemiology, informatics, and biotechnology tools to enhance preparedness, resilience, and biosecurity of animal production systems across the country.
The Indian Society for Veterinary Immunology & Biotechnology (ISVIB), established in 1990, is a professional scientific society dedicated to advancing veterinary immunology, biotechnology, microbiology, and allied biological sciences.
ISVIB focuses on formulating suitable scientific strategies for safeguarding and improving animal health and production. The Society promotes scientific exchange, knowledge dissemination, and capacity building through its annual conventions, symposia, workshops, and academic initiatives, creating a strong platform for collaboration among researchers, academicians, industry, and policymakers.
Innovative biotechnological tools and smart platforms transforming animal health management, productivity enhancement, disease control strategies, and sustainable livestock production systems.
Advances in immunology, novel vaccine platforms, recombinant and next-generation biologics aimed at improving disease prevention, immune modulation, and long-term animal health security.
Cutting-edge diagnostic tools, biosensors, molecular detection systems, and digital health innovations enabling rapid, accurate, and field-deployable disease detection and monitoring.
Application of genomics, proteomics, transcriptomics, metabolomics, and integrated multi-omics strategies to enhance disease resistance, productivity, and resilience in livestock systems.
Integration of big data analytics, artificial intelligence, surveillance systems, and predictive epidemiological modeling for early warning, risk assessment, and informed decision-making.
Precision technologies, sensor-based livestock monitoring, and biotechnology-driven interventions to enhance efficiency, climate resilience, and sustainable production outcomes.
Emerging approaches to combat antimicrobial resistance (AMR), including alternative therapeutics, improved stewardship practices, and biotechnology-based mitigation strategies.
Integrated One Health frameworks addressing emerging and transboundary diseases, emphasizing collaboration across animal, human, and environmental health sectors.
Innovation-driven ecosystems promoting start-ups, entrepreneurship, technology transfer, and commercialization pathways in animal health and production biotechnology.
Strengthening partnerships among farmers, industry stakeholders, researchers, and policymakers to accelerate the field-level adoption of innovative biotechnologies.
Bridging laboratory discoveries with policy development and real-world implementation to ensure scalable, evidence-based, and impactful biotechnology solutions.
| Registration Begins | 15 February, 2026 |
| Last date for Abstract Submission | 01 September, 2026 |
| Last Date of Early Bird Registration | 15 August, 2026 |
| Conference Regular Registration | until 23 October 2026 |
| Participant Category | Early Bird Registration | Regular Registration | ||
| Asian PGPR Members | Non-Asian PGPR Members | Asian PGPR Members | Non-Asian PGPR Members | |
| Foreign Delegates | ||||
| International Delegates (Foreigners) | $ 200 | $ 250 | $ 300 | $ 350 |
| International Students (Foreigners) | $ 100 | $ 150 | $ 150 | $ 200 |
| Indian Delegates | ||||
| Indian Delegates | ₹ 6,000/- | ₹ 8,500/- | ₹ 8,000/- | ₹ 10,500/- |
| Indian Students/YP/JRF/SRF Delegates | ₹ 2,000/- | ₹ 3,000/- | ₹ 2,500/- | ₹ 3,500/- |
| Farmer Delegate | ₹ 2,500/- | |||
| Industry Delegate | ₹ 25,000/- | |||
Registration fees do not include payment gateway charges.
Additional charges vary based on your payment method and are to be borne by the participant.
* NO Registration Kit
Shri Pusapati Ashok Gajapathi Raju
Ex Governor, Govt. of Goa
Dr. Pramod Sawant
Honourable Chief Minister, Govt. of Goa
Dr. Mangi Lal Jat
Director General, ICAR & Secretary, DARE, New Delhi
Prof. Harilal B. Menon
Vice-Chancellor, University of Goa
Dr. R. Viswanathan
President, Indian Phytopathological Society, New Delhi
Dr. Suresh Kunkalikar
Principal and Dean, Faculty of Agriculture, Veterinary, Fisheries and Allied Sciences, College of Agriculture, Goa
Dr. Mahesh Patil
Managing Director, NV Eco Agri. Tourism Pvt. Ltd., Goa
Prof. V. Devappa
President (Global)
Prof. Shamarao Jahagirdar
President (India Chapter)
Dr. Krishna Sundari
Executive Vice President
Dr. Manoj Kumar Rupa
Vice President
Dr. Gurudat M. Hegde
General Secretary
Dr. Hari K. Sudini
Treasurer
Dr. Amrutha Valli Audipudi
Ex-Officio Memeber
Dr. Lakshmikanth Pothireddy
Farmer Ambassador
Dr. Rajeshwari R
Executive Member & Co-ordinator
Goa in October and November offers pleasant weather with clear skies and a refreshing post-monsoon landscape.
The humidity starts to drop, making it ideal for beach outings, sightseeing, and water sports. This period marks
the beginning of the tourist season, so popular spots like Baga and Anjuna are lively but not too crowded.
Festivals like Diwali add cultural vibrance, while beach shacks and nightlife slowly come alive. It’s a perfect
time to enjoy Goa’s beauty without the peak-season rush.
To Reach Goa -
Goa is easily accessible by air, rail, and road. Flights connect major Indian cities to Dabolim and Manohar
International Airport (Mopa). Trains from across India arrive at Madgaon, Thivim, Vasco-da-Gama, and
Karmali stations. Well-maintained highways like NH66 and NH748 make road travel convenient from Mumbai,
Pune, Bengaluru, and nearby states. Regular buses, taxis, and self-drive options are also available for
comfortable travel.
Hotels near the conference venue
📌 For Conference Participants:
• Direct booking only • Pick-up/drop available from these hotels
Vivanta Goa
St. Anne's Junction, off Dayanand Bandodkar Marg,
Santa Inez, Panaji, Goa 403001
Dr. Suresh Kunkalikar, Organizing Secretary – 9423889770
Dr. Mahesh Patil, Co-Organizing Secretary – 9765565504
Prof. Shamarao Jahagirdar, President (Indian Chapter) – 9740641068
Dr. Gurudatt M. Hegde, General Secretary – 9448797475
Dr. Hari K. Sudini, Treasurer – 9490635921
Dr. Rajeshwari R, Conference Coordinator – 9880606319
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