National Conference on

BIO-BASED CARBON CAPTURE AND UTILIZATION

BIO-CCU 2026

Biotechnology for a Sustainable Carbon Future

30 October 2026 - 1 November 2026

About the Conference

BIO-CCU 2026, first of its kind conference, is dedicated to research and technology development in the field of bio-based carbon capture and utilization. This premier event will bring together leading Indian scientists, researchers, industry professionals, and policymakers to present and discuss the latest advancements and future trends in bio-based carbon capture and utilization.

The conference will primarily focus on bio-based carbon capture and conversion aligned with national missions. The event will also feature invited talks on non-bio-based CCU approaches to foster interdisciplinary dialogue and collaboration.

Focus Areas

Photosynthetic, Chemosynthetic, and Enzymatic Routes for Carbon Capture and Utilization

Fostering Innovation Ecosystem

Bringing Together Academia, Industry, and Policymakers

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Dates

30 October 2026 - 1 November 2026

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Venue

Lecture Hall Complex, IISER Mohali, Punjab

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Expected Attendees

Scientists, Researchers, Students, Policymakers, and Industry Professionals

Conference Topics

Enzymatic CO2 Conversion

Microalgae and Cyanobacteria based CO2 Conversion

Microbially Induced Carbonate Precipitation (MICP)

Gas Fermentation, Electro-Fermentation and Microbial Electrosynthesis

Integrated processes for CO2 Utilization

Bio-CCU Process Modelling, Techno-Economic Analysis (TEA), and Life Cycle Assessments (LCA)

Conference Schedule

Detailed schedule will be available soon. The conference will feature:


  • Keynote/Invited talks from leading experts
  • Special Interdisciplinary talks
  • Interactive poster sessions
  • Networking events
  • Industry expert talks

Featured Speakers

Dr. S. Venkata Mohan

Dr. S. Venkata Mohan

Director

CSIR-NEERI

Gas Fermentation & MES
Prof. Dr. M.M. Ghangrekar

Prof. Dr. M.M. Ghangrekar

Director

NIT Puducherry

Microbial electrosynthesis
Dr. Shashi Kumar

Dr. Shashi Kumar

Group Leader (Metabolic Engineering)

ICGEB, New Delhi

Algae carbon capture
Prof. Pinaki Sar

Prof. Pinaki Sar

Professor

IIT Kharagpur

Chemolithoautotrophic bacteria
Dr. Shireesh Srivastava

Dr. Shireesh Srivastava

Group Leader (Systems Biology for Biofuel)

ICGEB, New Delhi

Cyanobacteria & Nutrient Recycling
Dr. Pannaga Pavan Jutur

Dr. Pannaga Pavan Jutur

Group Leader (Omics of Algae)

ICGEB, New Delhi

Algae carbon capture
Dr. Sourja Ghosh

Dr. Sourja Ghosh

Scientist-G and Associate Chair

CGCRI, Kolkata

Membrane-based Microalgae CCU
Dr. Gokuladoss Velvizhi

Dr. Gokuladoss Velvizhi

Professor

VIT, Vellore

MES & Gas Fermentation
Dr. Om Prakash

Dr. Om Prakash

Associate Professor

Symbiosis International University, Pune

Methanogens
Dr. Gunjan Prakash

Dr. Gunjan Prakash

Associate Professor

ICT, Mumbai

Microalgae & Metabolic Eng.
Dr. Mandar Deshmukh

Dr. Mandar Deshmukh

Senior Principal Scientist

CCMB, Hyderabad

Enzymatic Carbon Capture
Dr. Sourish Bhattacharya

Dr. Sourish Bhattacharya

Principal Scientist

CSIR-CSMCRI, Bhavnagar

Microalgae
Dr. Mohanakrishna Gunda

Dr. Mohanakrishna Gunda

Associate Professor

SRM University

Microbial Electrosynthesis
Prof. Rajnish Kumar

Prof. Rajnish Kumar

Professor

IIT Madras

Special talk on Net-Zero
Dr. Ranjan Phukan

Dr. Ranjan Phukan

Associate Professor

Dibrugarh University

Microbially Induced Carbonate Precipitation (MICP)
Dr. Pritha Chatterjee

Dr. Pritha Chatterjee

Associate Professor

IIT Hyderabad

Microbial Electrosynthesis
Dr. Rajeev Kumar S

Dr. Rajeev Kumar S

Senior Scientist

String Bio, Bangalore

Industry expert talk "From Methane to Market"
Prof. Vivek Polshettiwar

Prof. Vivek Polshettiwar

Professor

TIFR Mumbai

Special Talk on Photocatalysis
Prof. Sebastian Peter

Prof. Sebastian Peter

Professor

JNCASR Bengaluru

Special Talk on Thermocatalysis
Prof. Pramod P. Wagnikar

Prof. Pramod P. Wagnikar

Professor

IIT Bombay

Metabolic Engineering of Cyanobacteria
Prof. Meenu Chhabra

Prof. Meenu Chhabra

Professor

IIT Jodhpur

Algal carbon capture
Dr. Paltu Kumar Dhal

Dr. Paltu Kumar Dhal

Assistant Professor

Jadavpur University

Microbially Induced Carbonate Precipitation (MICP)
Dr. M. Adhi Vishvanathan

Dr. M. Adhi Vishvanathan

CEO and Founder

Pinnacle Biosciences India Private Limited

Industry expert talk "Algae-powered biomanufacturing"
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More to be added

The list will be updated on a regular basis

Call for Abstracts

We invite early career researchers, scientists, and industry professionals to submit abstracts for presentations.

Abstract Submission

15 July 2026 - 20 August 2026

Key Dates

Submission deadline: 20 August 2026

Notification of acceptance for Oral/Poster presentations: 30 August 2026

Click “Download Template” to save the Word document template for your abstract preparation.

Registration

Conference Registration

Registration includes access to all scientific and technical sessions, conference kit, meals, and refreshments during the official conference days.

Join us for BIO-CCU 2026 and connect with leading researchers and industry professionals in bio-based carbon capture and utilization.

Early Registration

Dates: 20 July 2026 - 20 August 2026

  • UG and PG Students (without accommodation): ₹2500
  • UG and PG Students (with accommodation): ₹4750
  • PhD and Project Students (without accommodation): ₹3500
  • PhD and Project Students (with accommodation): ₹5750
  • Faculty/Scientists/Postdocs (without accommodation): ₹5000
  • Faculty/Scientists/Postdocs (with accommodation): ₹9500
  • Industry professionals (without accommodation): ₹8000
  • Industry professionals (with accommodation): ₹12500

Regular Registration

Dates: 21 August 2026 - 20 September 2026

  • UG and PG Students (without accommodation): ₹3500
  • UG and PG Students (with accommodation): ₹5750
  • PhD and Project Students (without accommodation): ₹4500
  • PhD and Project Students (with accommodation): ₹6750
  • Faculty/Scientists/Postdocs (without accommodation): ₹6000
  • Faculty/Scientists/Postdocs (with accommodation): ₹10500
  • Industry professionals (without accommodation): ₹9000
  • Industry professionals (with accommodation): ₹13500

Late/Spot Registration

Dates: 21 September 2026 - 1 November 2026

  • Students (without accommodation): ₹6000
  • Faculty/Scientists/Postdocs (without accommodation): ₹10000
  • Industry professionals (without accommodation): ₹15000

Please note that accommodation will be provided in the campus guest house on a first-come, first-served basis for a maximum duration of three nights. Accommodation for students will be provided on a twin-sharing basis.

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Conference Organising Team

Meet the team working behind the scenes to bring BIO-CCU 2026 together.

Dr. Sunil Patil

Dr. Sunil Patil

Associate Professor, IISER Mohali

Convenor

Dr. Ravineet Yadav

Dr. Ravineet Yadav

Dr. Ravi Kumar Yadav

Dr. Ravi Kumar Yadav

Dr. Ashmita Patro

Dr. Ashmita Patro

Aishwarya Kapil

Aishwarya Kapil

Pallab Maiti

Pallab Maiti

Srishti Mittal

Srishti Mittal

Gagandeep Singh

Gagandeep Singh

Venue & Location

Conference Venue

Venue: Lecture Hall Complex

Institution: IISER Mohali (Indian Institute of Science Education and Research)

Location: Sector 81, Knowledge City, Mohali, Punjab 140306, India

Directions to Venue

  • By Air: Chandigarh International Airport (~7 km)
  • By Train: Chandigarh Railway Station (~13 km); Mohali Railway Station (~4 km)
  • By Road: Well-connected by road from major cities

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Sponsors

We gratefully acknowledge the support of our sponsors.

Interested in Sponsoring BIO-CCU 2026?

We welcome support from industries, startups, research organisations, and technology providers.

Kindly fill out the contact form below or email us at bioccu2026@gmail.com to explore sponsorship and partnership opportunities.

Get In Touch

Contact Information

Email: bioccu2026@gmail.com

Phone: +918700779182

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