Oceans of Opportunity : Marine Bioresources For A Better Tomorrow

November 24-25, 2025

BRIC - Institute of Life Sciences, Campus 1, Bhubaneswar, Odisha

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About the Conference

The conference is being conducted to bring eminent international & national scientists working on the aspect of marine bioresources under one roof to facilitate knowledge dissemination, networking, and collaboration. The overall goal is to promote innovative and discovery research towards sustainably harnessing marine bioresources for human health and industrial applications.

Organized by

BRIC-ILS
IISER
IIT Bhubaneswar
KIIT

Thematic Sessions

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Metagenomics & Marine Microbial Diversity

Genomic studies of marine microbes help uncover their biodiversity, functions, and ecological roles. This theme focuses on identifying, cataloguing, and predicting microbial interactions within the marine environment.

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Bioprospecting & Bioremediation

Marine microbes provide valuable biochemical resources with applications in health, industry, and pollution control. This theme explores their potential for new products and environmental sustainability.

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Marine Bioinformatics & Systems Biology

AI/ML and systems biology tools enable analysis of large marine datasets. This theme applies computational methods to extract insights for drug discovery, monitoring, and sustainable resource use.

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Marine Products & Industrial Applications

Research aims to convert marine bioresources into useful products. This theme emphasizes translational research, entrepreneurship, and contributions to the blue economy.

Speakers

Prof. Voker Sieber
Prof. Volker Sieber
Technical University of Munich
Prof. Sreekumar
Prof. Sreekumar
Sea6 Energy Pvt. Ltd Bangalore
Dr. S. Haldar
Dr. S. Haldar
CSMCRI, Bhavnagar
Prof. John D Coates
Prof. John D Coates
University of California, Berkeleys
Dr. Shams Yazdani
Dr. Shams Yazdani
ICGEB, New Delhi
Prof. Douglas Bartlett
Prof. Douglas Bartlett
Scripps Institute of Oceanography
Dr. Dharani Gopal
Dr. Dharani Gopal
NIOT, Chennai
Prof. Michael Roleda
Prof. Michael Roleda
University of Philippines
Dr. Vinith Kumar
Dr. Vinith Kumar
NIOT, Chennai
Dr. Uma S Panda
Dr. Uma S Panda
NCCR, Chennai
Dr. G Umapathy
Dr. G Umapathy
CCMB, Hyderabad
Prof. Vishaka Raina
Prof. Vishaka Raina
KIIT, Bhubaneswar
Dr. Mak Saito
Dr. Mak Saito
Wood Holes Oceanographic Inst. USA
Dr. Anas A Aziz
Dr. Anas A Aziz
NIO, Kochi
Dr. Ranjan Nanda
Dr. Ranjan Nanda
ICGEB, New Delhi
Dr. Samir Damare
Dr. Samir Damare
NIO, Goa

Program and Schedule

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Beneficiaries

Academics
Academics
Industrialist
Industrialist
Scientists & Scholars
Scientists & Scholars
NGOs
NGOs

Join us to explore the future of Marine Bioresources

Are you passionate about science and curious about the untapped potential of our oceans? This international conference invites science enthusiasts to dive into the exciting world of marine bioresources and their role in promoting a sustainable blue economy.

Whether you're an MSc student in the natural sciences, a PhD researcher in a related field, or a scientist eager to explore new frontiers, this event offers a unique opportunity to learn from leading experts.

Don't miss this chance to connect with fellow researchers, build global networks, and spark dynamic collaborations that could shape the future of marine biotechnology.

Patrons

Dr. Rajesh S. Gokhale
Dr. Rajesh S. Gokhale
Secretary, DBT, GoI
Dr. M. Ravichandran
Dr. M. Ravichandran
Secretary, MoES, GoI

Mentors

Dr. Ramana Murthy
Dr. Ramana Murthy
Mission Director, DOM, MoES
Prof. Balaji Ramakrishnan
Prof. Balaji Ramakrishnan
Director, NIOT

Organizing Committee

Organizing Committee Chairman

Dr. Debasis Dash
Dr. Debasis Dash
Director, BRIC-ILS

Convenors

Dr. Sanjeeb K Sahoo
Dr. Sanjeeb K. Sahoo
Scientist-G, BRIC-ILS
Dr. Gulam H Syed
Dr. Gulam H. Syed
Scientist-F, BRIC-ILS
Dr. Shantibhusan Senapati
Dr. Shantibhusan Senapati
Scientist-F, BRIC-ILS

Co-Convenors

Prof. Vishaka Raina
Prof. Vishaka Raina
KIIT-Bhubaneswar
Prof. Shantanu Pal
Prof. Shantanu Pal
IIT-Bhubaneswar
Dr. Vivek Tiwari
Dr. Vivek Tiwari
IISER-Berhampur

Organizing Secretaries

Dr. Narottam Acharya
Dr. Narottam Acharya
Scientist-G, BRIC-ILS
>Dr. Sunil K. Raghav
Dr. Sunil K. Raghav
Scientist-F, BRIC-ILS
Dr. Anshuman Dixit
Dr. Anshuman Dixit
Scientist-F, BRIC-ILS
Dr. Amol R. Suryawanshi
Dr. Amol R. Suryawanshi
Scientist-E, BRIC-ILS
Dr. Subrata K. Das
Dr. Subrata K. Das
Adjunct Faculty, Project Manager

Registration & Abstract Screening Committee

Dr. Seema Pradhan
Dr. Seema Pradhan
Scientist-C, BRIC-ILS
>Dr. Namisha Sharma
Dr. Namisha Sharma
Scientist-C, BRIC-ILS
Dr. Shuvobrata Majumder
Dr. Shuvobrata Majumder
MK Bhan Fellow

Transport & Accommodation Committee

Dr. Tushar K. Beuria
Dr. Tushar K. Beuria
Scientist-F, BRIC-ILS
>Dr. V. Arun Nagaraj
Dr. V. Arun Nagaraj
Scientist-F, BRIC-ILS
Dr. Debabrata Biswas
Dr. Debabrata Biswas
Scientist-C, BRIC-ILS
Mr. Prakash K. Sahoo
Mr. Prakash K. Sahoo
P.A. to Director, BRIC-ILS

Media & Outreach Committee

Dr. Rajeeb K. Swain
Dr. Rajeeb K. Swain
Scientist-F, BRIC-ILS
>Dr. Amaresh C. Panda
Dr. Amaresh C. Panda
Scientist-F, BRIC-ILS
Dr. Nivedita Jena
Dr. Nivedita Jena
COO, Biotech Incubator, BRIC-ILS
Mr. Amitav Routray
Mr. Amitav Routray
Information Officer, BRIC-ILS

Food & Hospitality Committee

Dr. Sanjeeb K. Sahoo
Dr. Sanjeeb K. Sahoo
Scientist-G, BRIC-ILS
>Dr. Punit Prasad
Dr. Punit Prasad
Scientist-F, BRIC-ILS
Dr. D. Pradhan
Dr. D. Pradhan
Administrative Officer, BRIC-ILS
Dr. Rajendra K. Behera
Dr. Rajendra K. Behera
Finance & Accounts Officer, BRIC-ILS
Mr. B.P Samal
Mr. B.P Samal
Stores & Purchase Officer, BRIC-ILS

Cultural Program Committee

Dr. Soma Chattopadhyay
Dr. Soma Chattopadhyay
Scientist-F, BRIC-ILS
>Dr. Amol R. Suryawanshi
Dr. Amol R. Suryawanshi
Scientist-E, BRIC-ILS
Dr. Seema Pradhan
Dr. Seema Pradhan
Scientist-C, BRIC-ILS

Registration

Registration Information

Registration Process

  1. Fill out the registration form
  2. Submit your registration
  3. Shortlisting of Candidates
  4. Payment Link will be sent via Email
  5. Registration Confirmation after payment verification

Registration Fees

(Covers Registration Kit & Food)
Category Fees
Students ₹1,000
Postdocs ₹2,000
Faculty/Scientist ₹3,000
Industry ₹5,000

Awards

  • Travel Awards: Support for domestic travel & Registration fee waiver
  • 3 Best Short talks Awards
  • 3 Best Poster Awards
Last Date of Registration and Abstract Submission: 15th November 2025

💳 Payment Information

Note: While paying please select "Training & Registration fee" from the "Paying For" Dropdown menu. Then mention "Marinebiocon-2025" in "Payment Remarks" textbox.
Please select a category to see the registration fee

Mystic Odisha

Puri
Puri
Puri is a coastal city famous for its spiritual significance as a major Hindu pilgrimage site and its serene beaches along the Bay of Bengal. Known as the spiritual capital of Odisha and one of the four Char Dham pilgrimage sites.
Chandipur Beach
Chandipur Beach
Famous for the "vanishing sea" phenomenon where the sea recedes up to 5 kilometers during low tide, revealing a vast, flat seabed.
Chandrabhaga Beach
Chandrabhaga Beach
The first beach in India to receive Blue Flag certification, located near the famous Konark Sun Temple with pristine golden sands.
Konark Sun Temple
Konark Sun Temple
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this 13th-century temple dedicated to Surya is renowned for its architectural grandeur and intricate stone carvings.
Lingaraj Temple
Lingaraj Temple
One of Bhubaneswar's oldest and largest temples, dedicated to Lord Harihara, showcasing stunning Kalinga style architecture.
Chilika Lake
Chilika Lake
India's largest brackish water lagoon and a Ramsar site, serving as the largest wintering ground for migratory birds on the Indian subcontinent.
Simlipal National Park
Simlipal National Park
A national park, tiger reserve, and UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, named after the abundant red silk cotton trees that blossom here.
Bhitarkanika National Park
Bhitarkanika
Known as India's "Mini-Amazon," famous for dense mangrove forests and massive saltwater crocodiles, including some of the largest in the world.

Hotels in Proximity to Conference Venue

Suryansh Hotel
📍~600 mts (3-star hotel)
Ginger Bhubaneshwar
📍~2.2 km (3-star hotel)
Hotel Sandy's Tower
📍~2.0 km (4-star hotel)
Hotel Lucky India
📍~4.2 km (3-star hotel)
Swosti Premium
📍~3.4 km (5-star hotel)
Pal Heights
📍~4.1 km (4-star hotel)
Hotel Seetal
📍~5 km (3-star hotel)
FabHotel Seven Inn
📍~1.7 km (3-star hotel)
Trident Bhubaneswar
📍~3.5 km (5-star hotel)
Mayfair Lagoon
📍~3.5 km (5-star hotel)
Lemon Tree Premier
📍~1.8 km (5-star hotel)

We recommend booking your accommodation in time to avoid last-minute hassles

Contact Information

Email: marinebiocon@ils.res.in

Phone: +91-9866041868

Address: BRIC - Institute of Life Sciences, Campus 1, Bhubaneswar, Odisha 751023, India