About the Conference
The Swami Rama Himalayan University (SRHU) is organizing a conference on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR), which is going to be a platform for Academia, Start-ups, Pharma, Investors, Public Institutions and Policy Makers to discuss specific challenges faced by the existing ecosystem in handling AMR.
Purpose of the conference is to catch up on “Trends in AMR Research; Anti-microbial treatment policies of the Institutions; Diagnostics, New Antimicrobials, New Vaccines and Re-purpose Drugs & Immunomodulators” with focus on scientific, regulatory, financial and policy issues; and come up with the “R & D Portfolio” and the State’s Action Plan on AMR. State’s Strategic Action Plan generally describes six priorities: 1) Awareness and understanding; 2) Knowledge and evidence; 3) Infection prevention and control; 4) Optimising use of antibiotics; 5) Research and Innovations; 6) Collaborations.
The conference will thus discuss limitations of existing methods and propose innovative approaches that may translate into product/processes and policies in fighting AMR at the grassroots, PHC/CHCs; Secondary and Tertiary level Hospitals; and Healthcare establishments. Experts in AMR are invited to deliver talks for building awareness and posing relevant researchable questions. Scientists/Faculty/Students from Academic Institutions; Medical Colleges and Companies are invited to submit an abstract for an oral/poster presentation on defined themes/Sub-themes.
Themes/Sub-themes
- Measuring the burden of AMR in the country
- AMR Pathogen conventional Diagnostics Systems/Tools
- AMR Diagnostic innovations for Humans, Animals and Water
- AMR Pathogen Surveillance Infrastructure for Humans; Animals and Wastewater
- Is Genomic surveillance of priority pathogens a feasible option-Challenges & Scope
- Tuberculosis: New tools against an old enemy
- New tricks to combat Fungal Infections
- Traditional and non-traditional therapeutic approaches to tackle AMR in humans and animals
- Novel disruptive approaches to fight AMR- New Antimicrobials, New vaccines; Repurpose drugs & Immuno-modulators
- Relevance of tools like AI, machine learning, and big data analysis in AMR
- Technologies enabling faster antimicrobial vaccine and drug development (i.e. preclinical platforms, drug screening technologies, techniques for resistance testing, clinical trial design, bioinformatic tools)
About Antimicrobial Resistance
The antimicrobial resistance (AMR), including antibiotic resistance was identified as a grave problem during Sixty-eight World Health Assembly in May 2015. AMR occurs when microbes i.e., bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites no longer respond to the antimicrobials, i.e., antibiotics, antivirals, antifungals, and anti-parasitic drugs, thus antibiotics and other antimicrobial drugs become ineffective; and infections become increasingly difficult or impossible to treat. Antimicrobials are used to prevent and treat infections in humans, animals, and plants. Without effective antimicrobials, the success of modern medicine in treating infections, including those used during major surgery, organ transplant and cancer chemotherapy would be compromised.
AMR has been identified as a Global Threat as the pathogens acquire new resistance mechanisms under the selection pressure of antimicrobials leading to emergence and spread of drug-resistant pathogens which continues to threaten scientist/clinicians’ ability to treat common infections. There are only a few new antimicrobials on the clinical pipeline. Further, a lack of access to quality antimicrobials remains a major issue.
The G20 identified AMR as a global threat needing multi-sectoral approach if the world wish to progress towards Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
While the main drivers of antimicrobial resistance are the misuse and overuse of antimicrobials; lack of access to clean water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) for both humans and animals; poor infection and disease prevention & control in health-care facilities and farms; poor access to quality & affordable medicines, vaccines and diagnostics; lack of awareness and knowledge; and lack of enforcement of legislation are also important factors resulting into AMR. These factors alone or in combination promote the spread of microbes, many of which become resistant to antimicrobial treatment over time.
AMR occurs naturally over time, usually through genetic changes.
Sessions would be dedicated to antimicrobials in the environment, diagnostics, antifungals, biologics, and anti-tuberculosis drug combinations. Discussions would be held as how India is getting prepared to provide global solutions against AMR. Continuing with the themes and sub-themes identified above, sessions would conclude on:
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Making the case for investing in AMR R&D
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AMR and Climate Change
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AMR & Social Sciences covering One Health
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National & State level Public Health AMR Policy
About Us
Swami Rama Himalayan University (SRHU) has been established by Himalayan Institute Hospital Trust (HIHT), promoting society of the University, under section 2(f) of UGC Act and enacted vide Uttarakhand Act No. 02 of 2024. It came into existence to carry forward the legacy of its founder H.H. Dr Swami Rama, a visionary sage who conceived, designed, and established HIHT to translate his dream to provide education, training and enable research diverse areas of medical sciences & allied health sciences. SRHU became functional in 2013 with three constituent colleges/schools, i.e. Himalayan School of Science & Technology (HSST), Himalayan School of Management Studies (HSMS) and Himalayan College of Nursing (HCN). Thereafter, with effect from 1st June 2014, Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences (HIMS), a 1200 bed super specialty hospital, i.e., Himalayan Hospital (HH) (both existing since 1998), and the only regional Cancer Research Institute (CRI) have been added as constituent college/academic units of SRHU. The University offers Diploma, UG, PG and Ph.D. programs in various specialties. The faculty members are actively involved in research projects through intramural grants and by external agencies like ICMR, DST, UCOST, NIPCCID, RNTCP etc. Publication of quality research papers is a regular process.
CHIEF PATRON
Dr. Vijay Dhasmana,The President, Swami Rama Himalayan University, Jolly Grant, Dehradun
PATRON
Dr. Rajendra Dobhal , Vice Chancellor, Swami Rama Himalayan University, Jolly Grant, Dehradun
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Dr. Manju Sharma, Chairperson, Research Advisory Committee, Swami Rama Himalayan University, Jolly Grant, Dehradun
Dr. Vijendra D Chauhan, Director General (Academic Development), Swami Rama Himalayan University, Jolly Grant, Dehradun
Dr. Ashok Deorari, Principal, Himalayan Institute of Medical, Swami Rama Himalayan University, Jolly Grant, Dehradun
Dr. Sunil Saini, Director, Cancer Research Institute, Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences, Swami Rama Himalayan University, Jolly Grant, Dehradun Principal, Himalayan Institute of Medical, Swami Rama Himalayan University, Jolly Grant, Dehradun
Dr. Shailendra Handu, Dean Research, AIIMS, Rishikesh
Prof. R.C. Kuhad, Former VC, Central University of Haryana, Haryana
Prof Naveen Navani, Professor, Department of Biotechnology, IIT Roorkee
SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE
Dr Pawan Sharma, Former Faculty, ICGEB, New Delhi
Dr Urmi Bajpai, Professor, Acharya Narendra Dev College, University of Delhi
Dr Ranjana Pathania, Professor, Department of Biosciences and Bioengineering, IIT Roorkee
Prof. Yogendra Singh, Professor in LIS & University Librarian, Swami Rama Himalayan University, Jolly Grant, Dehradun
Dr Sanjay Gupta, Professor, Himalayan School of Biosciences, Swami Rama Himalayan University, Jolly Grant, Dehradun
Dr Vivek Kumar, Professor, Himalayan School of Biosciences, Swami Rama Himalayan University, Jolly Grant, Dehradun
Dr Barnali Kakati, Professor Microbiology, Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences, Swami Rama Himalayan University, Jolly Grant, Dehradun
Dr. Ganesh Kumar, Professor, Himalayan School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Swami Rama Himalayan University, Jolly Grant, Dehradun
Dr Ashwani Chauhan, Associate Professor, University of Delhi South Campus, N. Delhi
Dr Ramendra Pati Pandey, Associate Professor, School of Health Science and Technology, UPES, Dehradun
Dr. Saugata Hazra, Associate Professor, Department of Biosciences and Bioengineering, IIT Roorkee
POLICY GROUP
Dr V. M. Katoch, Former DG, ICMR, New Delhi
Dr. Kamini Walia, Scientist G, Program Officer AMR, ICMR, New Delhi
Dr Prasan K Panda, Additional Professor, Department of Internal Medicine, AIIMS, Rishikesh
Dr. Jyoti Logani, Scientist F, DBT
Dr. Purnima Sharma, MD, BCIL, New Delhi
PROMINENT SPEAKERS
Dr V. M. Katoch, Former DG, ICMR, Delhi
Dr. Kamini Walia, Scientist G, Program Officer AMR, ICMR, New Delhi
Prof Rakesh Bhatnagar, Former VC, Banaras Hindu University, Benares, UP
Dr. Sarman Singh, Former Director, AIIMS, Bhopal
Dr. Ranjana Pathania, Professor, Department of Biosciences and Bioengineering, IIT Roorkee
Dr. Urmi Bajpai, Professor, Acharya Narendra Dev College, University of Delhi
Dr. Prasan Kumar Panda, Additional Professor, Department of Internal Medicine, AIIMS, Rishikesh
Dr. Ramendra Pati Pandey, Associate Professor, School of Health Science and Technology, UPES, Dehradun
Dr. Ashwani Chauhan, Associate Professor, University of Delhi South Campus, N. Delhi
Dr. Saugata Hazra, Associate Professor, Department of Biosciences and Bioengineering, IIT Roorkee
Dr. Bakulesh Khamar, President, R & D, Cadila Pharmaceuticals, Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Dr. B. Ravi Kumar, Managing Director, XCyton, Bengaluru
Dr. Chandrasekhar Nair, CMD, Bigtec Labs (MolBio), Bengaluru
Dr. Hema Jagota, Country Director, Clinical Solution, Elsevier, New Delhi
Dr. Amjad Hussain, Director, HCIe, SRHU, Dehradun
ORGANIZING COMMITTEE
Convener
Dr. Bindu Dey, Director, Research & Development Cell, Swami Rama Himalayan University, Jolly Grant, Dehradun
Scientific Collaborators
Department of Biotechnology, Government of India, Delhi Elsevier,Patanjali Research Foundation Haridwar, India Association of Microbiologists of India Swami Rama Himalayan University, Jolly Grant, Dehradun
Co-Ordinator / Organizing Secretaries
Dr Vijay Kumar, Associate Professor, Himalayan School of Biosciences, Swami Rama Himalayan University, Jolly Grant, Dehradun
Dr Vikas Singh Jadon, Associate Professor, Himalayan School of Biosciences, Swami Rama Himalayan University, Jolly Grant, Dehradun
Dr Nikku Yadav, Assistant Professor, Department of Community Medicine, Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences, Swami Rama Himalayan University, Jolly Grant, Dehradun
Dr Purandhi Roopmani, Assistant Professor, Himalayan School of Biosciences, Swami Rama Himalayan University, Jolly Grant, Dehradun
IMPORTANT DATES
| Subject | Date |
|---|---|
| Abstract Submission Starts: | 20th January 2024 |
| Registration Starts: | 20th January 2024 |
| Abstract Submission Closes: | 20th March 2024 |
| Intimation of Abstract Acceptance: | 25th March 2024 |
REGISTRATION FEE
| Category Fees | ||
|---|---|---|
| S.N. | Category | Fee |
| 1. | UG/PG/Research Scholars | 500.00 |
| 2. | Teachers/Scientists/Faculty | 1000.00 |
| 3. | Corporate Delegates/Industry personnel | 2000.00 |
Technical program detail for AMR conference
Technical session program details for the upcoming AMR conference (5-6th April)
Abstract Submission
Submit the abstract in the prescribed format provided below to the conference email address only.
CME credit Hrs:
Uttarakhand Medical Council has granted 06hrs C.M.E accreditation points for the conference.
Paper Submission
Full papers on the subject matter be submitted to the conference email. (PDF file only). Abstract of the same be submitted as per above schedule. Selected papers will be published in relevant Journals associated with the conference.
Poster presentation
The organizing committee also invites original research abstracts for poster presentations based on the conference theme. Poster dimensions are 2 1/2 ft width and 3 1/2 ft length. Abstracts that are not selected for full-paper submission can be presented as posters.
ACCOMMODATION
The accommodation will be arranged on payment basis if requested by the participants to the organizers.
Contact
Email Us
amr.rdc@srhu.edu.in
Contact Us
Dr Purandhi Roopmani:8807632801