International conference on Natural Products for Future Therapeutics (NPFT-2026)
The International Conference on Natural Products for Future Therapeutics (NPFT2026), themed “Merging Traditional Knowledge with Modern Analytics and Synthetic Innovation”, aims to position Natural Products at the forefront of industrial research targeting New Drug Discovery. NPFT-2026 seeks to foster interdisciplinary dialogue among academicians, researchers, traditional healers, Ayurveda practitioners, and industry experts, creating an exciting platform for innovation and knowledge exchange in the field of natural product-based drug discovery. Through its diverse scientific sessions, NPFT-2026 will address the entire translational spectrum of natural product research from discovery and characterization of novel compounds, to their formulation into effective herbal and nutraceutical products, and the integration of modern analytical techniques for quality assurance in traditional medicines. The session on medical devices used in Indian traditional systems will also highlight indigenous technologies with potential for clinical application and commercialization.
Conference Themes:
- Natural Products in Drug Discovery
- Plant Derived NCEs and its Semi-synthetic derivatives
- Marine and Microbe derived Natural Products
- Traditional Medicine and Traditional Healers
- Herbal drugs, Phytopharmaceuticals and Nutraceutical
- Formulation Development in Herbal Medicines
- Medical Devices used in Indian Traditional Systems
- Omics/Al Techniques in Natural Products Research
Key Information for Participants:
1. Conference Details:
- Event Name: International conference on Natural Products for Future Therapeutics (NPFT-2026)
- Dates: February 4 – 6, 2026
- Location: NIPER, Ahmedabad
- Pre-Conference Workshop: February 3, 2026 (Registration for Pre-Conference Workshop is Officially Closed, as all Available Seats have been filled.)
- Registration and Abstract Open Date: November 6, 2025 (Open)
- Registration Link: Click Here
- Last Date for Early bird’s Registration: November 30, 2025
- Last Date for Abstract Submission: December 15, 2025
- Brochure: View (PDF 9.44 MB)
| Attendee | Early Bird Registration + Pre-conference Workshop Registration Closed | Early Bird Registration (Till 30th November, 2025) | Regular Registration (After 1st December, 2025) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| INR | USD | INR | USD | INR | USD | |
| Students | 2000 | 150 | 1500 | 100 | 2500 | 200 |
| PDF / Faculty | 3500 | 250 | 2500 | 200 | 3500 | 300 |
| Industry | 5000 | 250 | 4000 | 200 | 5000 | 300 |
| Session 1 | Inauguration and plenary lecture |
| Session 2 | Natural Products in Drug Discovery (Plant Derived NCEs and it’s semi- Synthetic Derivatives, Marine and Microbes Derived NPs) |
| Session 3 | Traditional Medicines and Traditional Healers |
| Session 4 | Medical Devices Used in Indian Traditional Systems |
| Session 5 | Formulation Development in Herbal Medicines |
| Session 6 | Herbal Drugs, Phytopharmaceuticals and Nutraceuticals |
| Session 7 | Scientific Poster Session |
| Session 8 | Panel Discussion |
| Visit to NIPER-A campus followed by Gala Dinner | |
| Session 9 | Omics and Al in Natural Products Research |
| Session 10 | Young Investigator (Oral Presentations) |
| Session 11 | Valedictory Function |
4. Organizing Committee:
Patron & Chairman: Prof. Shailendra Saraf
Conference Convenor: Dr. Abhijeet S. Kate
Organizing Secretary: Dr. Siddheshwar Chauthe, Dr. Ravindra Taware and Dr. Satyasheel Sharma
5. Contact details:
For any queries and information kindly contact us at- npft2026@niperahm.res.in