Conference Organizers
The WARM (Women in Academia, Research, and Management) platform was established by CSIR-IITR in December 2022 to celebrate and commemorate the contributions of women in science, technology, engineering, and management. CSIR-IITR continues its commitment to encouraging women in all fields of science, engineering and management and organized three editions of the conference under the WARM platform in 2023, 2024 and 2025. These three national editions of the WARM conferences brought together national leaders, academicians, and policymakers on one platform to discuss potential policy leads and inspire young enthusiasts for their futures.
The fourth edition of the WARM conference, WARM-WISHES 2026 (Women in Academia, Research and Management for Work-life Initiatives for Sustainable Health & Empowering Safety), is being organized by Amity University Lucknow and CSIR-IITR. The conference will focus on empowering successful women-led initiatives and health. The main focus of the conference is to inspire the inclusion of women and girls in research and academia. This year's theme emphasises research advancements, emerging trends, and the significant contributions of women scientists and technologists in environmental sciences and related fields. It is a unique platform for women entrepreneurs, students, and technologists, offering informative sessions, valuable networking opportunities, and opportunities to connect with established professionals and peers, fostering meaningful collaborations. WARM-WISHES 2026 is being organised in association with AFSTI Lucknow Chapter and the Association of Toxicologists and Risk Assessors (ASTRA) Lucknow.
Amity University Lucknow Campus (AULC) is a constituent unit of Amity University, Uttar Pradesh (AUUP). Established in 2004, the campus was founded with the objective of imparting research and innovation driven education in the region. The Lucknow Campus is spread over 40 acres and features a hi-tech infrastructure with state-of-the-art facilities. The campus comprises 17 institutions offering over 64 academic programs and caters to more than 7,000 students. It is supported by over 300 faculty members and nearly 400 staff members. The university houses 200 advanced laboratories across various disciplines and a well-stocked library with more than 76,000 books, 13,700 e books and along with over 7,000 journals and reference materials. The campus is centrally air-conditioned and equipped with amphitheater-style classrooms, as well as on-campus hostel facilities accommodating over 2,000 students. Amity University Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow Campus is part of India's leading educational group, with a legacy of excellence in education spanning over two decades. The Amity Group's campuses are spread across 2,000 acres and include 12 world-class universities, 28 schools and preschools, over 150 top-ranked institutions, and 10 overseas campuses located in London, New York, Singapore, Mauritius, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Muscat, South Africa, Amsterdam, Tashkent. The Group is home to approximately 250,000 students pursuing more than 300 programs across over 70 diverse disciplines, ranging from preschool to doctoral studies. Built on a strong foundation of academic excellence, AULC embodies the qualities that have established Amity institutions as world-class over the past two decades. The university has instituted global standards in education, training, and research through world-class infrastructure and modern teaching methodologies, with a mission to develop future leaders for the corporate world. It strives to blend modernity with tradition in shaping each of its students.
The Association of Food Scientists and Technologists (India), established in 1957, is one of the largest professional organizations, with around 4000 WARM-WISHES 2026 members - food scientists and technologists, across the globe. The major objective of AFST(I) is to stimulate and advance knowledgebase on various aspects of Food Science and Technology. The association serve the community for healthy & safe food and also promote & recognizes talent and excellence in the profession of Food Science and Technology by conferring various Awards and Fellowship. A local chapter, AFST (I) Lucknow Chapter, situated at CSIR-IITR, Lucknow has opened on December 20, 2022 with Lucknow regional members to support and strengthen the goals of the association on food safety & security through various activities
The Association of Toxicologists and Risk Assessors (ASTRA) is a professional organization dedicated to advancing the fields of toxicology and risk assessment. ASTRA promotes scientific excellence, ethical practices, and evidence-based decision-making in toxicological research and risk evaluation. ASTRA collaborates with academic institutions, research organizations, and government bodies to develop and implement best practices in animal welfare. It also provides training and education on ethical research methodologies.
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