MAHATMA GANDHI NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF RESEARCH & SOCIAL ACTION (MGNIRSA)

SCHOOLS & CENTRES (Being Developed) Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology a. School of Biotechnology (SCBT) b. School of Microbiology (SM) c. School of Human Genome Research and Genetic Disorders (SHGRGD) d. School of Environmental Studies (SES) e. Rajiv Gandhi International School of Information Technology (RG-ISIT) Faculty of Social Science a. School of Development Studies (SDES) b. Alluri Seetharamaraju Centre for Tribal Studies& Research(ASRCTSR) c. Dr. Ambedkar Studies Centre (ASC) d. Sarojini Naidu Centre for Women Studies (SNCWOS) e. School of Rural Advancement (SRA) f. School of Research on Physically and Mentally Challenged (SRPMC) g. School of Rural Advancement (SRA) h. Gandhian Studies Centre (GSC) i. Buddhist Studies Centre (BSC) j. Nehru Studies Centre (NSC) k. Rajiv Gandhi Studies Centre (RGSC) Common Facilities Library and Information System (LIS) Computer Centre (CC)

National Conference on

Rediscovery of Importance of Herbal Plants and their Applications

14th & 15th September, 2012
Venue
Centre for Economic and Social Studies, Nizamia Observatory Campus, Ameerpet Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh

Administration Prof. K. Anjanappa Dr. D. Suresh Director-General, MGNIRSA Registrar, MGNIRSA Prof. S.N.Ratha Dean, Faculty of Social Sciences Science Deans Prof.P.P.Reddy Dean, Faculty of Organized By: School of Microbiology MAHATMA GANDHI NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF RESEARCH AND SOCIAL ACTION (MGNIRSA)

Dr.Adarsh K. Capoor Conference co-ordinator

Recognized by UGC and included under sections 2(f) and 12(B) of the UGC Act. (Recognised by the JNT University and University of Mysore as a Research Institute) Street No. 17, Gagan Mahal Road, Domalguda, Hyderabad-500029. A.P. Tel: 040-27672492, 040-66624920, Tel (Fax) 040-27664920

E-mail: hpac.mgnirsa@gmail.com, www.mgnirsa.ac.in

Dear Colleague,
We are pleased to inform you that the School of Microbiology, Mahatma Gandhi National Institute of Research and Social Action (MGNIRSA) is organizing a National Conference on Rediscovery of Importance of Herbal Plants and their Applications on 14rd - 15th September, 2012. Herbal medicine has become a popular form of healthcare. The consumption of plant-based medicines and other botanicals in the West has increased manifold in recent years. For example, between 1990 2000, an increase of over 380 % in sales in the United States was recorded. Global sales of herbal products, including herbal medicines, is already over US$ 1011 and is expected to exceed US$ 1012 in the next 20 years at the present growth rate. About two centuries ago, our medicinal practices were largely dominated by plant-based medicines. However, the medicinal use of herbs went into a rapid decline in the West when more predictable synthetic drugs were made commonly available. In contrast, many developing nations continued to benefit from the rich knowledge of medical herbalism. For example, Ayurvedic medicine in India, Kampo medicine in Japan, traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), Tibetian medicine and Unani medicine in the Middle East and South Asia are still used by a large majority of people. In the Indian context AYUSH i.e Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddhaa & Homoepathy is being accorded top priority for wholesome alternative medicine. While mixtures of different medinical plants are being used for treatment of various ailments there is a need to identify the active principle components of the mixture and study their anti-microbial efficacy both in vito and in vivo. With a view to provide a national forum for experts in the key disciplines of microbiology, biotechnology, plant sciences, cell biology, biochemistry, molecular genetics and medicinal chemistry to identify critical problems that may be best addressed using a multidisciplinary approach, the Conference is being organized. I request you to kindly participate in the conference with your fellow scientists and research scholars and make this conference a success. We look forward to welcome you to the pearl city of Hyderabad. With best regards and good wishes, Prof. P.P. Reddy Dean, Faculty of Science Dr. Adarsh K.Capoor Conference co-ordinator

a) b) c) d) e) f)

Identification and Cultivation of herbal plants Extraction of herbal compounds Purification of herbal extracts and isolation of active compounds Usage of Herbal Plants in the synthesis and applications in nano medicine In vitro testing against pathogenic microorganisms In vivo testing against disease induced animal models.

Awards for Best Poster Presentation

Awards will be given to the participants based on the recommendations of Screening Committee.

Papers submission:
Papers are invited in various areas for publication. Authors of the papers are requested to submit papers in MS-word format on a CD or through e-mail. The full papers should not exceed 10 pages on A4 size sheets with 1.5 line spacing, including tables, annexures and figures. The full paper should include abstract, introduction, Material & Methods, Results and Discussion and Bibliography. In the text, names of the authors should be used and the references should be arranged alphabetically. The full papers may kindly be sent to Dr.Adarsh K. Capoor, Conference Co-ordinator. E-mail: hpac.mgnirsa@gmail.com.

Important dates:
Last date for registration Last date for receiving of full paper - 14th May, 2012 - 30th July, 2012

Registration:
Any individual wishing to attend this conference must register by submitting the form enclosed duly filled. All the students/research scholars need to furnish a letter from their Department/ University certifying that he/she is the bonafide student of their Department/University. The registration fee covers full papers volume, two days lunch, tea and refreshments. Register early by 14th May, 2012 with registration fee. Payments may be made by bank demand draft in favour of Registrar, MGNIRSA, Hyderabad payable at Hyderabad.

Registration rates
Until 14th May, 2012 Delegates Industry Students /Research Scholars Spouse/Guest Rs. 600 Rs. 1500 Rs. 200 Rs. 600 Until 15th July 2012 Rs. 800 Rs. 1800 Rs.300 Rs. 700 Until 15th August, 2012 Rs.1000 Rs. 2000 Rs. 400 Rs. 800

Local hospitality & accommodation:

Local hospitality will be provided by the organizers to the delegates. Those who want accommodation may write to Mr.M.Prasanth, Convener of the Conference (Email: prasanthmanupati@gmail.com; Mobile:09985559997). Accommodation will be booked on payment basis. A non-refundable advance of Rs.600/- should be sent for accommodation, if required. Efforts will be made to accommodate delegates in Guest houses. Those who wish

Themes of the conference:

to have accommodation in Hotels have to pay additional charges depending on the type of Hotel.

Organising Committee Members

National Advisory Committee Members

For

Prof. K. Anjanappa, Director General Chairman Prof. P.P.Reddy Dean, Faculty of Science, MGNIRSA Dr (Mrs) Kaiser Jamil Director, SCBT, MGNIRSA Dr. D. Suresh Registrar & Secretary, MGNIRSA Prof. V. Brahmaji Rao Hon. Professor, SCBT, MGNIRSA Prof. Gopal Reddy Osmania University, Hyderabad Dr. D. Suresh Registrar & Secretary MGNIRSA Dr. K. Suresh Babu IICT, Hyderabad Prof. Alok Dhawan IITR, Lucknow Dr. K.M.Paknikar NCL, Pune Prof. Radha Saraswathy VIT, Vellore Dr. V. Venkatesan NIN, Hyderabad Prof. D.N. Rao AIIMS, Delhi Prof. L.V. Rao O.U, Hyderabad Prof. A. Jyothy Institute of Genetics, Hyderabad & Dr. V. Ravindra Babu DRRI, ANGRAU, Hyderabad

Correspondence please contact: Dr.Adarsh K. Capoor

Conference co-ordinator

Prof. K.Rudrama Devi Dept.of Zoology ,O.U, Hyderabad

Dr.M.Hema Prasad Institute of Genetics, Hyderabad

Prof. Ramachandraiah Director, SDS, MGNIRSA

Prof. P. Usha Rani

Institute of Genetics, Hyderabad

Sri M. Prasanth Asst. Professor, Convener MGNIRSA

Dr Adarsh K.Capoor Associate Professor, School of Microbiology & Conference co-ordinator

Mahatma Gandhi National Institute of Research and Social Action

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REGISTRATION FORM
Name Designation : ______________________________________ : _____________________________________ Female : __________________________

Mahatma Gandhi National Institute of Research and Social Action (MGNIRSA) was established in 1995. The proposal for establishing MGNIRSA at Hyderabad has been accepted by the Government of Andhra Pradesh and land is being provided for developing its campus. MGNIRSA has been recognised by the University of Mysore as a Research Centre to offer Ph.D programmes in certain areas in Sciences, Engineering & Technology and Social Sciences. Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU) and also entered into a MOU for offering Ph.D and other PG Degree programmes. The Institute is planned to become a Deemed to be University in course of time. MGNIRSA is recognized by UGC & included under sections 2(f) and 12(B) of the UGC Act. MGNIRSA has a number of Schools and Centres. School of Microbiology (SM) is one such Centre. SCHOOL OF MICROBIOLOGY: The Mahatma Gandhi National Institute of Research and Social Action (MGNIRSA) has established the School of Microbiology to undertake education, research and training activities in the field of Microbiology and allied subjects. The aims and objectives are as follows: Undertake teaching, research and training in Microbiology. Focus on application of Microbiology for sustainable rural development by contributing towards: a) b) Improving agriculture and dairy productivity Developing new technologies for rapid microbial diagnosis.

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c) Developing Human Resource in Microbial conservation and utilization.

ABOUT HYDERABAD:

Hyderabad is more than 400 yrs old. It is the capital of Andhra Pradesh and the hub of Biotechnology and Information Technology. The city is famous for its pearls and Pochampalli sarees. It is known for its hospitality, rich traditions and for its ancient Architectural monuments such as Charminar, Golconda fort, Macca Masjid, Royal tombs of Qutub Shahi dynasty, Ramoji Film City, Birla mandir and the Monolithic Buddha Statue in Hussain Sagar lake. Hyderabad is well connected by air and train from all major cities such as Chennai, Mumbai, Kolkata and New Delhi. Climate in September is pleasant and day temperature is around 240C