International Conference on Biotechnology in Agriculture and Health

1] Conference Introduction

In an era where global food security, sustainable agriculture, human health and biotechnology converge, the International Conference on Biotechnology in Agriculture and Health offers a dynamic hybrid forum on 21 November 2026. This event by Mastering Up brings together researchers, biotechnologists, agronomists, health scientists, policy-makers, industry innovators and students to explore how biotechnology is reshaping agricultural systems and healthcare outcomes alike. From crop genetic enhancement, plant-microbe interactions, bio-fortified foods, precision agriculture and sustainable biotech solutions for agriculture — to biomedical biotechnologies, diagnostics, therapeutics, and translational health innovations — this conference spans the interlinked domains of biotechnology in agriculture and health. Join us as we share cutting-edge research, engage cross-disciplinary dialogue and build collaborations that bridge agriculture, health and biotechnology for sustainable impact.

2] Conference Objectives

The objectives of the conference are:

• To convene a global, multidisciplinary community of researchers, technologists, industry professionals and policy-makers who are active in biotechnology for agriculture and health.

• To highlight innovations and emerging trends in agricultural biotechnology (e.g., genetic engineering, microbial/plant biotechnologies, bio-fortification, precision agriculture) and in health biotechnology (e.g., diagnostics, therapeutics, biomedical engineering, translational biotechnology).

• To promote collaboration between agriculture and health sectors, bridging research, technology and practice — thus enabling biotechnological solutions that span the food-health continuum.

• To provide a platform for early-career researchers, doctoral candidates, and professionals to present their work, obtain feedback, network globally and build partnerships across agriculture, biotechnology and health domains.

• To foster translational thinking and applications of biotechnology — from lab to field, from bench to bedside — addressing pressing global challenges in food security, health equity, sustainable systems and innovation.

3] Conference Outcomes

Participants can expect the following outcomes from the conference:

• Presentation of high-quality peer-reviewed research papers, poster sessions and invited talks covering state-of-the-art themes in biotechnology for agriculture and health.

• Publication opportunities: Selected full-papers will be invited for publication in reputable Scopus and Web of Science/SCI-indexed journals (see section 8 below) for enhanced academic recognition and impact.

• Networking and collaboration opportunities with global researchers, industry partners, agro-biotech and health-tech practitioners, policy-makers and other stakeholders — laying the foundation for future joint research projects, innovation initiatives and cross-sector partnerships.

• Enhanced understanding of emerging biotechnological paradigms — for example, precision agriculture, plant genomics, microbial engineering, bio-fortified crops, diagnostic biotech, therapeutic biotech, translational pipelines, health and nutrition interfaces.

• Certificates of participation (for all delegates) and certificates for presenting authors (presentation + publication eligibility) — enhancing professional credentials.

• Practical take-aways: actionable insights into how biotechnology can be leveraged in agriculture and health, how cross-sector collaboration can accelerate impact, and how research can translate into sustainable solutions for agriculture and health.

4] Call for Papers – List of Topics

We invite authors to submit original research papers, review articles, case studies or application-oriented reports related (but not limited) to the following themes:

• Genetic engineering and genome editing in crops: CRISPR/Cas, gene-editing for stress-resilience, yield improvement

• Plant-microbe interactions, bio-fertilisers, microbial biotechnology for agriculture

• Bio-fortification of food crops, nutraceuticals, functional foods, micronutrient enhancement

• Precision agriculture, sensor-based/IoT-enabled biotech systems, digital agriculture, bio-informatics in agriculture

• Sustainable agricultural biotechnology: circular bioeconomy, bio-based inputs, bioremediation in agro-systems

• Biotechnology in animal/agro-livestock systems, aquaculture biotechnology, plant/animal health biotechnology

• Translational biotechnology for human health: diagnostics, therapeutic biologics, regenerative medicine, bio-engineering

• Biotechnology for public health & nutrition: microbial therapies, nutrigenomics, food-health biotech interface

• Biotech policy, regulation, intellectual property, ethics, equitable access in agriculture & health biotechnology

• Emerging frontiers: synthetic biology, systems biology, omics in agriculture & health, AI/ML in biotech

• Case-studies of biotech implementation in agriculture or health systems, industry-academia collaborations, real-world biotech innovations

• Biotechnology for one-health: bridging agriculture, environment and human health; zoonoses, food-safety, agro-health interfaces

We encourage innovative, interdisciplinary contributions that address both research-frontier topics and application-oriented challenges in biotechnology bridging agriculture and health.

5] About Mastering Up [EduTech Platform]

Mastering Up is an agile and forward-looking EduTech platform dedicated to empowering learners, researchers, professionals and institutions through high-quality courses, conferences and knowledge-sharing events. With a vision to bridge academia, industry, research and innovation, Mastering Up curates subject- and sector-wise international conferences, workshops and training programmes across Science, Technology, Engineering, Management, Mathematics, Education and Health & Biotechnology domains. In organising this Biotechnology in Agriculture & Health conference, Mastering Up ensures a seamless hybrid experience — supporting both in-person and virtual participation, providing strong peer-review processes, and offering global networking opportunities. Through our platform, we aim to accelerate impactful research, foster cross-sector collaboration and build future-ready professionals and innovations.

6] Estimated Important Dates

• Last date for Abstract Submission: 25 July 2026

• Notification of Abstract Acceptance: 10 August 2026

• Registration Date without Late Fee: 25 August 2026

• Registration Date with Late Fee: 10 September 2026

• Conference Date: 21 November 2026

Note: These dates are estimated and subject to final confirmation by the Organising Committee.

7] Registration Fees

Participants are requested to register their names through the conference website. Registrations are accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Registration fee for each participant:

• Foreign Delegates: US $ 100

• Indian Delegates:

  • Students/Scholars: ₹1,000 (Late Fee: ₹1,500)

  • Faculty: ₹2,000 (Late Fee: ₹2,500)

  • Industry/Scientists: ₹3,000 (Late Fee: ₹3,500)

Participation and registration entitle you to access all conference sessions (both virtual and in-person where applicable), conference materials, certificate of participation, and eligibility for paper submission/publication (for accepted full-papers).

8] Publication

Selected papers from the conference will be invited for publication in reputable Scopus and Web of Science / SCI indexed journals, depending on the terms of each journal. The following are five suitable journals for authors to consider:

Authors are encouraged to carefully review each journal’s scope, author guidelines, indexing status, publication charges (if any), and timeline before submission. Note that final publication depends on acceptance by the chosen journal and compliance with their policies.

9] Contact & Registration

• Email: contact@masteringup.com

• Registration Link: https://rzp.io/rzp/muconference

We look forward to your active participation in the conference and to your valuable contributions that will enhance biotechnology’s role in agriculture and health — enabling sustainable, innovative, and impactful solutions for the future.