The National Conference on the Prospects of Algae in Food, Health & Environment serves as a forum for showcasing cutting-edge research in algal biotechnology, sustainable nutrition, healthcare innovations, and environmental applications. The submission track welcomes high-quality, interdisciplinary contributions backed by scientific data. Every abstract and full paper undergoes a thorough peer-review process to maintain academic excellence and global relevance. Researchers are encouraged to submit original studies or review articles with meaningful real-world impact. Selected submissions will be considered for publication in Scopus-indexed journals or dedicated special issues. 

 Full-length Paper Submission 

• Abstracts must be original, clearly written, and limited to 250 words.

• Submissions should follow standard scientific structure: Title, Author(s), Affiliation, Abstract, Keywords.

• Full papers should include Introduction, Materials & Methods, Results & Discussion, Conclusion, and References.

• Use Times New Roman, 12 pt font, with 1.5 spacing for papers.

• All submissions will undergo peer review by the Scientific Committee.

• Submit the full-length paper through the online submission portal (link will be updated soon) or email (pafhee26@gmail.com) 

• Accepted full-length papers will be published in Scopus-indexed journals or dedicated special issues. 

Presentation Categories

1. Oral Presentation

• Abstracts must be original, clearly written, and limited to 250 words.

• Submissions should follow standard scientific structure: Title, Author(s), Affiliation, Abstract, Keywords.

• Selected participants will deliver a 8-10 minute presentation followed by a Q&A session.

• Presenters must submit their final PPT file at least one day before the conference.

• Evaluation will be based on clarity, scientific content, originality, and delivery.

• Oral Presentation Awards recognize excellence in scientific quality, originality, clarity, and impact.
  
  

2. Poster Presentation

• Abstracts must be original, clearly written, and limited to 250 words.

• Submissions should follow standard scientific structure: Title, Author(s), Affiliation, Abstract, Keywords.

• Posters should be prepared in A1 size (Portrait).

• The poster must contain Title, Authors, Introduction, Methodology, Results, Conclusion, and References.

• Participants are expected to stand by their posters during evaluation and interact with judges.

• Participants must bring their printed posters to the conference, preferably on Paper or Photo Glossy Sheets (Flex to be avoided). 

• Posters should be displayed in the assigned presentation slots provided at the respective venue.

•  Poster Presentation Awards honor outstanding scientific merit, clarity, and visual presentation.
  
  

Submission Process

Oral/Poster 

• Submit your full paper or abstract (Oral/Poster) through the online submission portal (link will be updated soon) or email (pafhee26@gmail.com) 

• Name your file as: AuthorName_ThemeNumber_preferred category (Example: Aswathy_Theme3_Oral).

• A confirmation email will be sent after successful submission.

• The review committee will evaluate all submissions and determine whether they are selected for Oral or Poster presentation.
  
  

Full-length research papers should present original, high-quality, and reproducible scientific work that significantly advances current understanding in algal science and allied fields. Submissions must provide a comprehensive investigation, supported by well-designed experiments, validated methodologies, and clear interpretation of results. All manuscripts will undergo a rigorous peer-review process to ensure scientific rigour, relevance, and ethical integrity.

 Research papers are expected to:

• Contribute novel insights, technologies, or conceptual advancements in algal research.
  
  

• Demonstrate methodological clarity, allowing the study to be replicated independently.
  
  

• Provide well-structured data interpretation, with adequate statistical validation.
  
  

• Highlight practical, industrial, environmental, or therapeutic applications of algal systems.
  
  

• Address broader implications for biotechnology, sustainability, bioprocessing, or climate solutions.
  
  

Suitable topics include (but are not limited to):
Algal biotechnology, biomass production, functional foods, bioactive metabolites, photobioreactor engineering, environmental remediation, climate resilience, therapeutic applications, biofuels, omics technologies, metabolic engineering, and algal product development.

Formatting Requirements

• Font: Times New Roman, 12 pt

• Spacing: 1.5 line spacing

• Page Size: A4

• Margins: 1 inch (2.54 cm) on all sides

• File Format: PDF and Word