CHANDIGARH,09.02.2026: The twenty ninth Punjab Science Congress efficiently concluded after two days of high-impact classes, plenary lectures, and displays, rising as a premier platform for scientific innovation, interdisciplinary analysis, and mentorship of younger scientists. The Congress introduced collectively over 1000 researchers, academicians, and college students from India and overseas to showcase cutting-edge work in neuroscience, biomedical sciences, chemical sciences, environmental sustainability, physics, and expertise.
The Congress highlighted pioneering analysis and sensible options addressing modern scientific and societal challenges. Key displays included Dr. Anil Kumar’s work on mixture therapies for traumatic mind harm, Dr. Pavitra Ranawat’s analysis on the neuroprotective advantages of sea buckthorn, and Dr. Vijay Kumar’s research on genetic susceptibility to tuberculosis, underscoring the position of personalised medication and translational analysis.
The Congress additionally emphasised sustainable innovation. Experts, together with Prof. Ganga Ram Chaudhary and Dr. Rajeev Kumar, offered eco-friendly applied sciences for industrial effluent therapy and inexperienced nanoparticle synthesis. Meanwhile, classes on nanotechnology, digital well being, and pharmaceutical improvements demonstrated the integration of science with societal functions.
International participation added a world perspective. Dr. Meenu Sharma (University of Manitoba, Canada) mentioned cutting-edge TB diagnostics, Dr. Sikander Singh Gill shared improvements in drug security expertise, and Dr. Dulal Panda (NIPER Mohali) highlighted microtubule-targeted anticancer therapies.
The valedictory session featured distinguished dignitaries, together with Dr. Ravinder Jhandu, delivering the valedictory tackle on analysis influence; Dr. Rajeev Ahuja, Director, IIT Ropar, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration and nurturing younger expertise; and Dr. James Mandigo, Vice Chancellor, University of Fraser Valley, Canada, highlighting the significance of worldwide cooperation in analysis and innovation.
The Congress additionally celebrated rising scientists by way of oral displays and Young Scientist Awards, offering a platform for college kids and early-career researchers to showcase their work to nationwide and worldwide specialists.
Dr. R.C. Sobti acknowledged that the twenty ninth Punjab Science Congress efficiently strengthened Punjab’s place as a hub of scientific excellence, innovation, and sustainable analysis, contributing to India’s imaginative and prescient of a knowledge-driven, Viksit Bharat.