Amity Institute of Pharmacy (AIP), Amity University Uttar Pradesh, Noida Campus organized a two-day International Conference on the Theme, “Frontiers in Pharma: Integrating AI, Nano-Engineering and Genomics in Drug Discovery and Delivery (FiPINGD3 2025)”, from 29th-30th September 2025. A total of 460 delegates across India attended this conference to exchange scientific ideas with resource persons from International Universities of Australia and Malaysia and renowned academicians from Indian Universities.
Addressing the delegates during the Inaugural Session, Chief Guest, Padma Bhushan Prof. N. K. Ganguly, President, Apollo Hospitals Educational & Research Foundation, averred, “Clinical Pharmacy is constantly evolving; therefore, it is extremely crucial to keep learning new methodologies, techniques and upgrading yourself. This is the era of AI, wherein there is so much to learn and explore, which cannot be found in textbooks. If you are in the area of science, you must be passionate and curious to learn new things. At Apollo, we are conducting a Project, “Centenarians”, for people above 100 years of age, under which we are studying how their brains function, through genomic sensing. Some of the centenarians are very active mentally, with no disorders or illnesses. Such projects are important since they encourage research in the area of genome science and new outcomes and conclusions are derived through such researches.”
Sharing his Words of Wisdom, Dr. Ashok K. Chauhan, Founder President, Amity Education Group, stated, “Clinical and Pharmaceutical Science is one of the most relevant areas in the area of science & technology today. At Amity, we aim to form a Global Consortium for Pharmaceutical Science and start a crusade and mission to transform the world of clinical medicine since it is the need of the hour.”
Dr. Dipti Kakkar, Scientist G, Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), Govt. of India, said, “AI analyzes genomic data to predict patient responses to specific therapies, enabling tailored treatments and AI-guided platforms design nanoparticles for targeted drug delivery, improving solubility and efficacy. Nano-engineering develops targeted delivery systems, reducing side effects and improving treatment outcomes. Therefore, integrating AI, nano-engineering and genomics is very effective in drug discovery and delivery. An interdisciplinary approach is crucial in research which can lead to transformative breakthroughs.”
Addressing the gathering during the Valedictory Session, Guest of Honor, Prof. Asim Ali Khan, Chairman, Scientific Advisory Committee, Central Council for Research in Unani Medicine (CCRUM), Ministry of Ayush, Govt. of India, stated, “The Conference was a blend of traditional medicine and new innovation. Today, modern research and ideas have to be combined with traditional knowledge like Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha treatments, to bridge the gap between knowledge and contemporary practice. Research and innovation will have to develop new models and technologies in medicine with the help of AI. The youth must take the responsibility of discovering new medicines, which are affordable yet highly effective.”
Prof. (Dr.) Balvinder Shukla, Vice Chancellor AUUP, said, “The Conference was highly beneficial for the students and researchers since they will get the opportunity to learn from the esteemed speakers during the various sessions. Outcome is of utmost importance and we are certain that the conference will lead to meaningful outcomes and foster research and innovation in the area of drug discovery.”
Prof. (Dr.) Bhudev C. Das, Dean Health & Allied Sciences, AUUP, stated, “Integrating AI, nano-engineering, and genomics is revolutionizing drug discovery and enhancing targeted cancer therapy. AI-designed nanoparticles deliver chemotherapy directly to cancer cells, thereby improving efficacy and reducing side effects. Genomic insights guide the development of personalized treatment strategies, enhancing patient outcomes.” The Welcome Address was delivered by Prof. (Dr.) Havagiray R. Chitme, Head of Institution, Amity Institute of Pharmacy, during the Inaugural Session.
During the two-day Conference, various sessions and a Panel Discussion on the topic “Challenges and Opportunities: Indo–Australian Perspective on Drug Discovery and Delivery Research”, were also organized, wherein esteemed panellists such as Dr. Mahendran Sekar, Monash University Malaysia, Dr. Keshav Raj Paudel, University of Technology Sydney, Australia, Dr. Vandana Gulati, University of New England, Australia, Dr. Ghazala Javed, Asst. Director (Unani), Technical Head-CCRUM, AYUSH, Govt. of India, and others participated. A Souvenir with Scientific Abstracts was also released during Conference.