16th NATIONAL CONFERENCE

NATCON '26

Students' Medical Research

ONE HEALTH IN ACTION

Together in Research, United in Health

DATE12 & 13 November 2026
VENUEGovt. Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram
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GOVT. MEDICAL COLLEGE

Thiruvananthapuram

Department of Community Medicine

12&13NOV
2026
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ABOUT NATCON '26

Where research meets One Health.

The Department of Community Medicine, Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram, proudly presents NATCON '26 — the 16th National Conference on Students' Medical Research.

NATCON '26 brings together aspiring researchers, students and professionals from medicine, veterinary sciences, public health, life sciences and allied disciplines to foster interdisciplinary collaboration, innovation and excellence in One Health research.

Discover the programme

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Connecting medicine, veterinary sciences, public health, life sciences and allied disciplines.

Expert Voices

Keynote lectures, theme presentations and panel discussions.

Research & Innovation

Oral and poster presentations with opportunities to showcase pioneering work.

Meaningful Connections

Build lasting collaborations beyond the two-day conference.

MAJOR ATTRACTIONS

Event Highlights

Keynote sessions • Research opportunities • Interactive competitions

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Best Paper Awards

Recognizing innovative research contributions with prestigious awards and exciting cash rewards.

CASH PRIZES INCLUDED
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"One Health" Quiz

High-energy competition focusing on interdisciplinary health domains, tailored specifically for undergraduates.

UG SPECIAL + CASH PRIZE
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Theme Presentations

Insightful technical presentations delivered by experts aligned with core conference themes.

KEYNOTE SESSIONS
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Panel Discussion

Interactive debate and perspective-sharing featuring distinguished academic and industry stalwarts.

EXPERT EXCHANGE
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PG Workshop — Research Publication

An intensive hands-on workshop covering manuscript writing, journal selection, peer-review navigation and publishing ethics.

HANDS-ON SKILL BUILDING
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Cultural Events & DinnerJoin us for an unforgettable learning & networking experience!
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WHO CAN APPLY

Registration Fees

Early bird up to 30 September Late registration up to 20 October
Category Early Bird Late Registration
Undergraduate Students₹ 2,000₹ 2,500
Interns (Medical)₹ 2,500₹ 3,000
Postgraduates / MPH (Medical / Dental / Pharmacy / Nursing / Veterinary)₹ 3,500₹ 4,000
Faculty / Senior Residents / PhD Scholars₹ 4,000₹ 4,500
E-presentation for PGs & Faculty Outside Kerala₹ 3,000₹ 3,500
SCIENTIFIC SESSIONS

Two Days of Research & Innovation

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When wings carry warning: Is Avian Influenza, the next Pandemic?

Dr Nanda Kumar — State Epidemiologist (Deputy Director), Department of Animal Husbandry

02
When wings carry warning: From Spillover to Surveillance.

Dr Sanket Vasant Kulkarni — Joint Director, Public Health Specialist, NCDC

03
Ecosystems under Pressure: Shifting Landscapes, Emerging threats.

Dr S Abhilash — Professor and Head, Department of Atmospheric Sciences, CUSAT

04
AMR: A Silent Pandemic, the Rising Threat.

Dr Aravind S — HOD, Infectious Disease Department, Govt. Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram

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Bridging Policy and Practice: Kerala's One Health Journey.

Dr Ajan M J — State Resource Person One Health, Assistant Director, Health Services

PG WORKSHOP · SPECIAL SKILL-BUILDING SESSION

Manuscript matters: Navigating the path from Research to Publication.

Dr Jeemon P — Additional Professor, Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology (SCTIMST)

Research Paper Presentations

Cash prize for best presentation for each session.

Valedictory Function

Concluding ceremony and prize distribution.

PANEL DISCUSSION

When Nature strikes: Exploring Unseen Frontiers of One Health

Distinguished panelists from public health, animal husbandry, marine biology, CSIR, food safety and public health.

Dr Sanket Vasant Kulkarni Dr Nanda Kumar S Dr A A Mohammed Hatha Dr Pratish K P Dr Muhammed Anwar Ms Reshmi Rajan Dr Anish T S
Moderator: Dr Binu Areekal — Professor and Head, Community Medicine, GMC Ernakulam
QUIZ COMPETITION

One Health Quiz — UG Medical Students

Registration mandatory · Team of 2 each · Maximum 2 teams/college

🥇 ₹10,000🥈 ₹7,000🥉 ₹5,000
THE PEOPLE BEHIND NATCON

Organizing Committee

CO-CHAIRMAN

Dr Bindu P

Vice Principal, Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram

ORGANIZING SECRETARY

Dr Anitha Bhaskar

Professor and Head, Department of Community Medicine, Government Medical College, TVPM

GENERAL CONVENER

Dr Resmi S

Assistant Professor, Department of Community Medicine, Government Medical College, TVPM

JOINT CONVENER

Dr Anitha Abraham

Assistant Professor, Department of Community Medicine, Government Medical College, TVPM

JOINT CONVENER

Dr Ramiz Raja A

Assistant Professor, Department of Community Medicine, Government Medical College, TVPM

Departmental ConvenersDr Vivek S · Dr Aravind · Mrs Aseela
PG ConvenersDr Teena Jose · Dr Allan Kalistus · Dr Rajeev K R · Dr Anu K J · Dr Chithra Sivan · Dr Karthika K
UG ConvenersMr Amaldev · Mr Mridul · Mr Mohammed Shahabas
ATTRACTIONS @ TVPM

Discover Thiruvananthapuram

Make your conference visit memorable with the city's cultural landmarks, beaches, waterfalls and experiences.

Sree Padmanabhaswamy TempleThiruvananthapuram ZooVarkala Beach Kovalam BeachKallar & Menmutty FallsLuLu Mall PonmudiNeyyar DamJatayu Adventure Center
Attractions around Thiruvananthapuram
ONE HEALTH IN ACTION

Together in Research,
United in Health.

Join NATCON '26 on 12 & 13 November 2026 at Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram.

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