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JSS AHER, MysuruEARTH 2026CSIR-IITRASTRA
November 26th - 29th, 2026 | Mysuru

International Toxicology Convention on Emerging Approaches in Risk Analysis and Translational Aspects of Health and Environment (EARTH) 2026

Jointly organized by JSS AHER (School of Life Sciences, Mysuru) in association with ASTRA (Karnataka Chapter KA 01) and CSIR-IITR (Lucknow). Global scientists and experts meet in Mysuru to advance innovations in risk analysis, health and environmental safety.

26 – 29 Nov 2026 JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research, School of Life Sciences, Mysuru
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Mysuru · Karnataka

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About the Conference

ABOUT EARTH CONFERENCE

The International Toxicology Convention series, "Emerging Approaches in Risk Analysis and Translational Aspects of Health & Environment" (EARTH), was established in 2024 to commemorate the diamond jubilee of CSIR-IITR, Lucknow. After EARTH-2024 and EARTH-2025 in Lucknow, EARTH-2026 marks a pivotal expansion. The convention moves beyond mechanistic toxicity alone, integrating exposure science, epidemiological data and predictive technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) to address emerging contaminants. By fostering collaboration among academia, research and industry, EARTH-2026 aims to translate innovation into reality.

About ASTRA

The Association of Toxicologists & Risk Assessors – India (ASTRA) is a registered, non-commercial scientific association headquartered at CSIR-IITR, Lucknow. It advances toxicology and health risk assessment through research, education and collaboration among scientists, academicians, regulators and industry. Its vision is "Science for Safety, Health, and Environment".

About CSIR-IITR

A premier CSIR laboratory in Lucknow, established in 1965. It conducts multidisciplinary research on chemical, environmental, food, occupational and pharmaceutical toxicology, with emphasis on health risk assessment, regulatory toxicology, nanotoxicology, computational toxicology and translational research.

About JSS AHER

A Deemed to be University established in 2008, accredited by NAAC with an A++ grade and ranked among the top 50 universities in India. It has 700+ faculty, 10,000+ students and 700+ research scholars across medicine, dentistry, pharmacy and life sciences.

Conference Themes

THEMES & TOPICS

Theme-driven topics are representative, but not limited to, the list below.

Conference Topics

    SPEAKERS

    Invited Foreign Speakers

    Invited Indian Speakers

    PATRONS & COMMITTEE

    His Holiness Jagadguru Sri Shivarathri Deshikendra Mahaswamiji

    CHIEF PATRON

    His Holiness Jagadguru Sri Shivarathri Deshikendra Mahaswamiji
    Jagadguru Sri Veerasimhasana Mahasamsthana Math, Sri Suttur Kshetra
    Hon’ble Chancellor, JSS AHER

    Patrons

    Dr. C G Betsurmath
    Dr. C G Betsurmath
    Executive Secretary, JSS Mahavidyapeetha, Mysuru
    Dr. B Suresh
    Dr. B Suresh
    Pro-Chancellor, JSS AHER, Mysuru
    Dr. Bhaskar Narayan
    Dr. Bhaskar Narayan
    Director, CSIR-IITR, Lucknow
    Dr. H Basavanagowdappa
    Dr. H Basavanagowdappa
    Vice-Chancellor, JSS AHER, Mysuru
    Dr. B Manjunatha
    Dr. B Manjunatha
    Registrar, JSS AHER, Mysuru

    Conference Secretariat

    Dr. Prashanth Vishwanath
    Dr. Prashanth Vishwanath
    Professor (Director Research-IC)
    Chairman
    Dr. Chandan S
    Dr. Chandan S
    Deputy Dean - Research and Associate Professor
    JSS AHER, Mysuru
    Organizing Secretary
    Dr. Ravi Ram Kristipati
    Dr. Ravi Ram Kristipati

    SCIENTIST G
    CSIR-IITR,Lucknow
    Organizing Secretary
    Dr. Ashwini P
    Dr. Ashwini P
    Assistant Professor & Coordinator
    JSS AHER, Mysuru
    Co-organizing Secretary
    Dr. Anbarasu K
    Dr. Anbarasu K
    Scientist D
    CSIR-CFTRI, Mysuru
    Convener
    Dr. Bhargav Shreevatsa KS
    Dr. Bhargav Shreevatsa KS
    Assistant Professor
    JSS AHER, Mysuru
    Convener
    Dr. Chandan D
    Dr. Chandan D
    Assistant Professor
    JSS AHER, Mysuru
    Co-Convener
    Dr. P. Vijayaraj
    Dr. P. Vijayaraj
    Scientist E
    CSIR-CFTRI, Mysuru
    Co-Convener

    Conference Organizing Committee

    Advisory Board

    ADVISORY COMMITTEE

    Dr. Vishal Kumar Gupta, Dean (Academics)

    Dr. Narayanappa D, Principal JSS Medical College, Mysuru

    Dr. T. M. Pramod Kumar, Principal JSS Pharmacy College, Mysuru

    Dr. S.P. Dhanabal, Principal JSS Pharmacy College, JSS AHER, Ooty

    Dr. Dhakshaini M R, Principal, JSS Dental College, Mysuru

    Dr. K. A. Raveesha, Head, JSS School of Life Sciences (SLS), Mysuru

    Dr. M.J.N. Chandrasekar, Head, School of Life Sciences (SLS), Ooty

    Dr. Balamuralidhara V, Deputy Dean (Research)

    Dr. Prasanna Deshpande, Assistant Dean (Research)

    Dr. Deepashree R, Assistant Dean (Research)

    Dr. Shweatha H. E, Assistant Dean (Academics)

    Dr. Sheeba Pakkan, Bibliometrician

    Dr. Nandini Prasad Shetty, Senior Principal Scientist, CSIR-CFTRI

    Dr. Kausar M Ansari, Scientist F, CSIR-IITR

    Dr. Alok Kumar Pandey, Principal F , CSIR-IITR

    Dr. Vikas Srivastava, Scientist F, CSIR-IITR

    Dr. M.K.R. Mudiam, Director, IPFT and Vice-President, ASTRA

    Registration

    REGISTRATION DETAILS

    Fees are shown as Indian INR / Foreign USD. The fee includes the kit, entry to scientific sessions, lunch and two dinners on the conference dates.

    For ASTRA Members

    Category Early Bird Regular Spot Registration
    Life Members / Faculty / Staff / Post-doc ₹4000 / $50 ₹4500 / $100 ₹5000 / $55
    Student Members / Research Fellows / Project Assistant(s) ₹2500 / $30 ₹3000 / $35 ₹3500 / $40

    For Non-ASTRA Members

    Category Early Bird Regular Spot
    Faculty / Staff / Postdoc ₹5000 / $55 ₹8000 / $100 ₹10000 / $125
    Research Fellows / Project Assistant(s) ₹4000 / $50 ₹5500 / $60 ₹6500 / $300
    Industry delegate ₹8000 / $100 ₹12000 / $150 ₹14000 / $175
    Accompanying Member(s) ₹3000 / $35 ₹5500 / $60 ₹6000 / $75

    Group discount for more than 10 participants: contact Dr. Bhargav Shreevatsa K S (8861130402).

    Payment Information

    Account Name ASTRA Karnataka Chapter KA 01
    Account No 45309340502
    IFSC Code SBIN0040547
    Branch SS Nagara, Mysuru
    Bank State Bank of India

    DD/PO payable in favour of ASTRA Karnataka Chapter KA 01, payable at SBI, SS Nagara, Mysuru Branch.

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    Organised By

    CSIR-IITR
    JSS AHER, Mysuru
    ASTRA

    Knowledge Partners

    CSIR-CFTRI
    CSIR-NIIST

    Organising Sponsors

    Waters
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    Venue & Accommodation

    HOTELS NEARBY VENUE

    For the convenience of delegates, hotels and accommodation options close to JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research (JSS AHER), Mysuru have been compiled, with approximate distance from the conference venue.

    Venue
    JSS AHER, Mysuru
    Nearest hotel
    The Dawn Hotel, 350 mts

    Full hotel list (Google Doc)

    Hotel Directory

    Hotel Name Location Distance to Venue Action
    Submission

    ABSTRACT SUBMISSION DETAILS

    • Abstracts are invited for Oral and Poster presentations and must align with the conference themes.
    • Include Title, Author(s), Presenting Author, Guide/Supervisor (if applicable) and 5 Keywords.
    • Include Email ID of the Presenting Author.
    • Maximum 300 words in Times New Roman (12 pt) with 1.5 line spacing. The format is provided in the Google form.
    • References, figures, tables and special symbols should not be included.
    • Submission Deadline: 10 October 2026.
    • All submissions undergo peer review. Acceptance will be communicated by email by 30 October 2026.
    • Queries: astraka01@jssuni.edu.in
    • Submit your abstract through the Google form: Open abstract form
    Best Oral PresentationFirst Prize ₹5,000
    Best Poster PresentationFirst Prize ₹5,000
    Destination

    ABOUT MYSURU

    Mysuru, often celebrated as the cultural capital of Karnataka, is renowned for its rich heritage, royal legacy and timeless architectural grandeur. Its most iconic celebration, the world-famous Mysuru Dasara, commemorates the victory of good over evil through grand processions, cultural performances and illuminated palaces. Alongside attractions such as the majestic Mysuru Palace, Chamundi Hill, St. Philomena's Cathedral, Brindavan Gardens and the Mysuru Zoo, the city is one of India's most distinguished destinations for culture, heritage and tourism.

    Mysuru City View
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    Get in Touch

    Address
    JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research, Sri Shivarathreeshwara Nagara, Mysuru, Karnataka - 570015
    Phone
    +91 8861130402 (Dr. Bhargav Shreevatsa KS)
    Email
    astraka01@jssuni.edu.in
    bhargavshreevatsaks@jssuni.edu.in