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Jamia Hamdard Convention Centre, New Delhi, India

30-31, October, 2025

Welcome to (SECON 2025)

HAKEEM ABDUL HAMEED

The Founder

Centre of Excellence in Unani Medicine (Pharmacognosy and Pharmacology), Bioactive Natural Product Laboratory, SPER, Jamia Hamdard has instituted this award for Young Researchers in the field of Traditional/Unani Medicine/Natural product research for drug discovery in the memory of Late Hakeem Abdul Hameed Sb, Founder Chancellor, Jamia Hamdard.

To recognize and encourage the young talented scientists/researchers/scholars from academia and industry working in any area of Traditional/Unani Medicine/Natural product research including quality control, pharmacology etc. or any other research related to the promotion and development of Unani and other traditional medicine.

CRITERIA OF SELECTION

The selection will be limited to the delegates of the international conference, who will register for the conference and get their paper accepted for oral presentation. Participants engaged in research in any field of Traditional Medicine/ Natural product research, up to the age of 45 years, are eligible.

Three best Poster & Oral presentations will be awarded based on the relevance of work and quality of presentation during the conference, where the presentations will be judged by the experts from different areas, as decided by scientific committee.

The Award carries a Memento and a Certificate.

Invitation

(SECON 2025)

Prof Sayeed Ahmad

Organizing Secretary

Dear Friends

The organizing committee extends a warm invitation to join us at the 12th Convention of Society for Ethnopharmacology India & International Conference on “Traditional Medicine- Ancient & Modern Concordance”, hosted by the Centre of Excellence in Unani Medicine (Pharmacognosy and Pharmacology), Bioactive Natural Product Laboratory (BNPL), School of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (SPER), Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi, India, scheduled from October 30-31, 2025.

The Conference will explore and highlight the convergence between ancient wisdom and modern scientific developments in the realm of traditional medicine. It will provide a dynamic platform for discussions on ethnopharmacology, integrative healthcare systems, evidence-based validation of traditional formulations their global regulatory trends and medicinal plants. Major themes of the conference include the role of traditional medicine in managing non-communicable diseases, advances in herbal drug standardization and quality control, innovative dosage form development, as well as the integration of technologies such as network pharmacology, metabolomics, and AI-assisted data analytics in traditional medicine research. The scientific program will feature plenary sessions, keynote addresses by renowned international and national experts, oral and poster presentations, panel discussions, industry connect, Ayush health mela, and young researcher awards. This event is an excellent opportunity for scholars, practitioners, industry professionals, and students to share research findings, network, and build collaborations.

Jamia Hamdard, a premier institution known for its excellence in pharmaceutical and biomedical sciences, has been consistently ranked among the top pharmacy colleges in India (NIRF Rank #1 – 2017, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 & 2024). The Bioactive Natural Product Laboratory, recognized as a Centre of Excellence in Unani Medicine by the Ministry of Ayush, Govt. of India, is actively engaged in cutting-edge research on natural products and traditional medicines with strong national and international linkages. New Delhi, the capital city, with its vibrant culture, historical monuments, and culinary richness, offers an enriching experience for all our delegates. We eagerly look forward to your participation in this intellectually rewarding and culturally delightful event.

Overview

Jamia Hamdard established in 1989, is a Deemed to be University primarily known for its Pharmacy, Medicine and Engineering programs. Jamia Hamdard is ranked among the top 40 Universities of India by the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), Govt of India and has been accredited with an A+ grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) of India. The university offers graduate and postgraduate programs in medicine, pharmacy, unani medicine, nursing, science, computer applications, management, allied health sciences, law and other disciplines. Jamia Hamdard is a pioneer in initiating integrated research in the modern and traditional streams of science and has been recently recognized as the Centre of Excellence in Unani Medicine (Pharmacognosy & Pharmacology), by the Ministry of Ayush, Govt. of India [For further details, please visit www.jamiahamdard.edu].

School of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (SPER) is one of the oldest and the most reputed Pharmacy Institutes in India and has been a rank-holder among the best pharmacy institutions. It has bagged 1st (NIRF 2017, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 & 2024) as well as 2nd rank (2023) by the Ministry of Education, Govt. of India. Currently, the school offers post-graduate and Ph.D. programs in all the major disciplines of pharmaceutical sciences in addition to diploma and undergraduate pharmacy courses. All four departments of SPER are DST-FIST sponsored and are actively involved in research as evidenced by their publications in reputed journals.

Background

Jamia Hamdard established in 1989, is a Deemed to be University primarily known for its Pharmacy, Medicine and Engineering programs. Jamia Hamdard is ranked among the top 40 Universities of India by the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), Govt of India and has been accredited with an A+ grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) of India. The university offers graduate and postgraduate programs in medicine, pharmacy, unani medicine, nursing, science, computer applications, management, allied health sciences, law and other disciplines. Jamia Hamdard is a pioneer in initiating integrated research in the modern and traditional streams of science and has been recently recognized as the Centre of Excellence in Unani Medicine (Pharmacognosy & Pharmacology), by the Ministry of Ayush, Govt. of India [For further details, please visit www.jamiahamdard.edu ].

School of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (SPER) is one of the oldest and the most reputed Pharmacy Institutes in India and has been a rank-holder among the best pharmacy institutions. It has bragged 1st (NIRF 2017, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 & 2024) as well as 2nd rank (2023) by the Ministry of Education, Govt. of India. Currently, the school offers post-graduate and Ph.D. programs in all the major disciplines of pharmaceutical sciences in addition to diploma and undergraduate pharmacy courses. All four departments of SPER are DST-FIST sponsored and are actively involved in research as evidenced by their publications in reputed journals.

The Centre of Excellence in Unani Medicine (Pharmacognosy and Pharmacology) is a state-of-the-art research facility at the School of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi. CoE in Unani Medicine is funded by the Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India, and is dedicated for conducting advanced scientific investigations on Traditional Unani Medicine under AyurswasthyaYojana Scheme. The Centre maintains valuable research collaborations with renowned industries, including Hamdard, Dabur, Aimil, DolcasBotanosys Pvt Ltd, Tulip Lab Pvt. Ltd. India, Avitech Nutrition Pvt. India, Ayu Swasth Pvt. Ltd. Additionally, we have established collaborative partnerships with educational institutions both within India and abroad, including NCNPR at the University of Mississippi (USA) and the University of Khartoum (Sudan), as well as St Petersburg University, Russia, etc. CoE in Unani Medicine hosts over 25 research scholars, including postdoctoral fellows, Ph.D. candidates, and master's students. With ongoing projects worth more than 15 crores, it has successfully acquired modern sophisticated equipment through project grants. Additionally, a vast collection of over 500 costly reference standards and 350 preserved raw materials are invaluable to our research endeavors. [For further details, please visit https://www.bnpl.org.in/About-CoE-BNPL.aspx ].

Society for Ethnopharmacology (SFE) Society for Ethnopharmacology, India is a registered body under the West Bengal Society Registration Act and is affiliated to the International Society for Ethnopharmacology. The society was formed in 2012 and has made its presence felt with different activities throughout the country, for development and promotion of medicinal plants and ethnopharmacology. Society has organized 25 international events in different parts of India and abroad. The Society works on dissemination of knowledge in this area with the major highlights on “Globalizing local knowledge and localizing global technologies.” For further details, please visit: www.ethnopharmacology.in

Major Highlights

Eminent academicians, scientists, researchers, technologists, policy makers from universities, industries and other research organizations, traditional health practitioners, will share their experiences on:

  • Bridging traditional and modern medicine with contemporary scientific innovations
  • Exploring quality, safety and efficacy of traditionally used medicinal plants
  • Integration of traditional wisdom with modern medical sciences
  • Innovation and integration of Ayurvedic Sciences – Global scenario
  • Promotion and development of medicinal plants
  • Biotechnology in sustainable development of bioeconomy
  • Promotion and development of local health tradition
  • Bioprospecting of bioresources- drug discovery from medicinal plants
  • Artificial Intelligence and Traditional Medicine- A way forward towards drug development
  • Integration of industry- academia collaboration
  • Revitalization and innovation of traditional medicine
  • Policy and regulation to preserve traditional medicine

Important Dates

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1. Registration and abstract submission start July 20, 2025
2. Early bird registration August 30, 2025
3. Abstract submission September 30, 2025
4. Late registration October 15, 2025
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CATEGORY NATIONAL FOREIGN DELEGATES*
Early bird registration ends-on
(August 30th 2025)		 Late registration accepted till
(October 10th 2025)		 EARLY BIRD
REGISTRATION		 LATE
REGISTRATION
SFE/ISE/ Ayush Professional
Faculty of BAMS, BUMS, BHMS degree holder
(Attach degree certificate/proof)		 INR 2000/- INR 2500/- USD 150 USD 200
Non-member (Academia and Industry) INR 2500/- INR 3000/- USD 200 USD 250
Student member (SFE/ISE/ Ayush Professional
Student of BAMS, BUMS, BHMS degree holder)
(Attach certificate/endorsement from HOD)		 INR 1500/- INR 2000/- USD 100 USD 150

Student Non-Member

 INR 2000/- INR 2500/- USD 150 USD 200
Accompanying Person INR 1500/- INR 1500/- USD 100 USD 100

* International delegates are advised to contact the Registration Committee for payment-related and other queries.

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Opportunities for Sponsorship/Collaboration

This multidisciplinary program will address several crucial research issues for the promotion and development of the natural products, especially from medicinal plants. A series of keynote and plenary lectures by internationally renowned scientists in the field of medicinal plant research will focus on specific key areas. The congress will offer an ideal platform for networking between the industries, academicians, scientists, planners and regulators, and those engaged in the medicinal plant research. During the congress, an exhibition would be organized to give opportunity to private companies/scientific institutions to display their products/work. The exhibitors can also have one to one discussion with prospective business partners/collaborating agencies/individuals.

SCIENTIFIC SESSIONS:SUBMISSION OF ABSTRACTS

Abstracts are invited from the scientific community from research scholars for oral, poster presentations and from young faculty/investigators for short lectures. All the accepted abstracts will be published in the Abstract Book and remain available online and in hardcopy.

INSTRUCTIONS TO AUTHORS

  • The presenting author must be a registered delegate.
  • Abstracts should be original work.
  • All abstracts must be in English language and typed in Times New Roman, 12 font.
  • Submit the abstracts as per the format, which includes Title of the abstract, Authors and co-authors and their affiliations (Underline the presenting author’s name and indicate the author affiliation with superscript numbers).
  • Abstracts should be structured including background, objective, methodology, results, and conclusion along with 3-5 keywords. (Click Here Abstract Download)
  • Word limit for the abstract is 250 words.
  • The acceptance for oral/poster presentations will be sent through mail within 03 days of submission
  • Poster dimension should be 4 feet in height and 3 feet in width.

Awards

HAKEEM ABDUL HAMEED

The Founder

Centre of Excellence in Unani Medicine (Pharmacognosy and Pharmacology), Bioactive Natural Product Laboratory, SPER, Jamia Hamdard has instituted this award for Young Researchers in the field of Traditional/Unani Medicine/Natural product research for drug discovery in the memory of Late Hakeem Abdul Hameed Sb, Founder Chancellor, Jamia Hamdard

OBJECTIVE

To recognize and encourage the young talented Faculty Members working in any area of Traditional/Unani Medicine/Natural product research including quality control, pharmacology etc. or any other research related to the promotion and development of Unani and other traditional medicine.

CRITERIA OF SELECTION

The selection will be limited to the delegates of the National conference, who will register for the conference and get their paper accepted for short lectures . Participants engaged in research in any field of Traditional Medicine/ Natural product research, up to the age of 45 years , are eligible.

Three best short lectures will be awarded based on the relevance of work and quality of presentation during the conference, where the presentations will be judged by the experts from different areas, as decided by scientific committee.

The Award carries a Memento and a Certificate

ANNOUNCEMENT AWARDS OF THE SOCIETY FOR ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY, INDIA

Society for Ethnopharmacology is affiliated to the International Society for Ethnopharmacology, Switzerland. SFE, India constituted with academicians, researchers and industrialists for dissemination of knowledge and expertise for promotion and development of medicinal plants & other natural products with the vision of globalizing local knowledge and localizing global technologies.

To recognize the outstanding contribution in the area of medicinal plant research & ethnopharmacology, the Society has instituted several awards. Nominations are invited for the following awards of the Society for Ethnopharmacology (SFE), Kolkata, which will be conferred during the 12th Convention of SFE, India (SECON 2025) at Jamia Hamdard, Delhi, India during October 30-31, 2025.

For submission of the nomination/application, please visit www.ethnopharmacology.in Last date of nomination is August 15, 2025

NAME OF THE AWARDS
SFE – T. Sen Oration Award
“Prof. Tuhinadri Sen memorial Award”		 SFE-Traditional Healers’ Award
“Sudharani Mukherjee Memorial Award”
SFE-Outstanding Service Award
“Dr. Pratim Banerjee Memorial Award”		 SFE-Best Publication Award
“Dr. Nirmal Kumar and Nirupama Chatterjee Memorial Award”
SFE-Young Researcher Award
“Prof. Peter Houghton Memorial Award”		 SFE-Best Poster Presentation Award
“Prof. SS Handa Memorial Award”

FOR FURTHER DETAILS, PLEASE CONTACT :

SECRETARY

Society for Ethnopharmacology
23/3 Shaktigarh, Jadavpur, Kolkata – 700032, India
E-mail: sfeindian@gmail.com ; sfeindiase@gmail.com
Contact: +91-9831550902

"SEE- YOUNG ETHNOPHARMACOLOGIST AWARD (Dr. PK Debnath Memorial Award)"

OBJECTIVE

To recognize and encourage the young talented scientists/ researchers from academia and industries working in the field of Ethnopharmacology, Traditional Medicine and Medicinal plant Research or research findings related to the promotion and development of medicinal plants and natural product research.

CRITERIA OF SELECTION:

This following criteria should be followed:

  • Applicant should have active membership of Society for Ethnopharmacology, India and International Society for Ethnopharmacology.
  • The selection will be limited to the registered delegates of the Annual Congress of SFE and their original research paper based abstract should be accepted for oral presentation.
  • Any participants engaged in research in any field of Ethnopharmacology and Medicinal Plants up to the age of 40 years.
  • Selection of the participants for the competition will be based on the abstracts which has been submitted by Young researchers and accepted for oral presentation in the annual SFE congress
  • This award will conferred on the basis of the oral presentation during the congress where the presentation will be judged by the experts from different areas, as decided by SFE.

CRITERIA OF SELECTION:

Three best young pharmacologists will be awarded:

  • A Memento
  • A Certificate
  • Complimentary registration to join the SFE congress
  • Three tier (3AC) train ticket to join the SFE Congress

AWARD CARRIES:

Three best young pharmacologists will be awarded:

  • A Memento
  • A Certificate
  • Complimentary registration to join the SFE congress
  • Three tier (3AC) train ticket to join the SFE Congress

SELECTION COMMITTEE:

Representatives from the Executive Committee of SFE -India along with the experts from different field of Ethnopharmacology and medicinal plant research will be a part of the selection committee, as decided by SFE-India. Decision of the committee will be final. The award will be conferred in the valedictory function of the Annual Congress of SFE India.

Pre - Convention Workshop on Capacity Building of Professionals

Pre Convention Workshop will be organized before Conference on 29 October, 2025 at Auditorium, Centre of Excellence in Unani Medicine (Pharmacognosy and Pharmacology). Mere registration does not guarantee the selection because of limited number of seats (50). Only selected participants will be informed via mail to complete their registration after payment of fee by due date (Please register for the workshop using the provided link).

WORKSHOP THEME

STREAM # 1 Analysis of Traditional Medicine for Quality Control & Scientific Validation (50 seats)
STREAM # 2 Cell culture & Zebrafish models in Ayush Research (20 seats)
STREAM # 3 Unani Aahar & it’s future scope (50 seats)
CATEGORY NATIONAL FOREIGN
EARLY BIRD
REGISTRATION		 EARLY BIRD
REGISTRATION
Online Attendee (Only for Workshop) INR 500/- USD 25
SECON Registered- SFE & ISE Member INR 1000/- USD 50
Only Workshop Attendee INR 1500/- USD 75
WORKSHOP REGISTRATION

How to Reach Jamia Hamdard

BY FLIGHT:

New Delhi is well connected to all major cities in India and abroad via regular flights. Airport: Indira Gandhi International Airport

BY TRAIN:

You can easily get regular trains from all major cities of the country. Delhi has more than 20 Railway Stations.The selected major stations within Delhi are: Anand Vihar Terminal (ANVT), New Delhi (NDLS), Delhi Hazrat Nizamuddin (NZM), Delhi Sarai Rohilla (DEE) and Delhi Cantt (DEC).

JAMIA HAMDARD (CONVENTION CENTRE);

Jamia Hamdard is situated in the heart of the city at Mehrauli- Badarpur Road in Hamdard Nagar, Tughlakabad Institutional Area Apartment and Alaknanda market.

LOCAL TRANSPORT

New Delhi is well-connected throught an efficient network of public and private transport options:

  • Metro: The nearest metro stations to the venue are Govind Puri (Violet Line from Kashmiri Gate), Greater Kaliash (Magenta Line) and Saket (Yellow Line from New Delhi Railway Station), both located within 2-3 km of the campus.
  • App-based Cabs: Services like Uber, Ola and Rapido are widely available for convenient point-to-point travel.
  • Shuttle Services: The organizing team will arrange complimentary shuttle transport from select nearby hotels/metro stations to the venue during conference hours for registered delegates (details to be shared closer to the event).

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Sightseeing in & Around Delhi

Explore the Cultural, Historical & Natural Wonders of North India Whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveler, Delhi and its surroundings offer an unforgettable blend of history, architecture, culture, and nature. Here's a curated list of must-visit places in and around the capital.

  • Red Fort (LalQila): UNESCOsite,majesticMughal architecture, sound&light show.
  • Qutub Minar: Tallest brick minaret,intricate carvings,UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Humayun’sTomb: Precursor to the Taj Mahal,Persian-style Mughal tomb in lush gardens.
  • Jama Masjid:India’s largest mosque,with panoramic views of Old Delhi
  • Purana Qila (OldFort): Ancient citadel with boating and historical light show.
  • Feroz Shah Kotla: Fortress ruin shousing a 3rd-century Ashokan pillar
  • Akshar dham Temple:Intricate carvings, exhibitions, and musical fountain
  • Lotus Temple: Baháʼítemple opento all faiths;iconic lotus shape design.
  • Gurud wara Bangla Sahib:Golden-domed Sikh temple with a sacred pond and langar
  • Lodhi Garden: Landscaped gardens with tombs from Lodhi era—great for morning walks
  • Raj Ghat:Gandhi's cremation site,peaceful and well-maintained.
  • India Gate:War memorial with surrounding lawns, beautifully lit at night.
  • Connaught Place:Colonial-eramarketplace, cafes, galleries, and shopping arcades
  • Janpath Market & Cottage Emporium:Color ful local bazaars for textiles, souvenirs, and crafts.
Attractions Around Delhi: Escape the
City & Explore Nearby Wonders
DESTINATION DISTANCE HIGHLIGHTS
Agra, Uttar Pradesh ~230 km Home of the iconic Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and Fatehpur Sikri
Jaipur, Rajasthan ~280 km Part of the Golden Triangle: Amer Fort, Hawa Mahal, and local markets
Neemrana, Rajasthan ~120 km Famous for Neemrana Fort Palace – a heritage hotel with zip lining
Bharatpur, Rajasthan ~180 km Keoladeo National Park – a UNESCO bird sanctuary

Accomodation and Local Transport

Due to limited availability of rooms in the University guest house and hostel, the Organizing Committee is pleased to assist with accommodation and local transportation arrangements.

ACCOMMODATION

A range of accommodation options are available in close proximity to the venue, catering to varied preferences and budgets:

  • Guest Houses & Budget Hotels: Located within 5–7 km radius of Jamia Hamdard campus.
  • Mid-Range & Premium Hotels: Available in nearby localities such as Okhla, Jasola, Nehru Place, and Greater Kailash.
  • University Guest House: Limited accommodation may be arranged oncampus or at affiliated guest houses, subject to availability and prior request.

OTHER NEAR BY HOTELS WHICH CAN BE EXPLORED:

  • Capital O 5270 The Divine Park
  • OYO Townhouse 023 CR Park
  • Collection O 30072 Greater Kailash
  • OYO Townhouse 002 Green Park
  • Crown Plaza, Okhla, New Delhi
  • Vivanta by Taj, Surajkund, Faridabad
  • Country Inn Suites by Radisson, Saket, New Delhi
  • Hilton Garden Inn, Saket, New Delhi
  • N.K. Residency, Kalkaji, New Delhi
  • La Residence, Greater Kailash I, New Delhi
  • Hotel Africa Avenue, Greater Kailash, New Delhi
  • Royal Imperio, Faridabad, Haryana
  • Alpina Hotel, Greater Kailash II, New Delhi
  • New Haven Hotel, Greater Kailash, New Delhi
  • Eros Hotel, Nehru Place, New Delhi
  • Hotel The Orion Plaza, Kalkaji, New Delhi

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