Phytochemistry & Bioactive Compounds
1.1 Isolation, characterisation
1.2 Mechanisms of plant-derived molecules
Standardisation & Quality Control
2.1 Analytical methods
2.2 GMP compliance
2.3 Reproducibility in herbal products
Herbal Drug Formulation & Novel Delivery Systems
3.1 Nanoformulations
3.2 Transdermal patches
3.3 Liposomes
3.4 Bioavailability enhancement
Ethnopharmacology & Traditional Knowledge
4.1 Documenting indigenous medicinal systems
4.2 Validating indigenous medicinal systems
4.3 Protecting indigenous medicinal systems
Pre-Clinical and Clinical Research in Herbal Medicine
5.1 In vitro models to establish the safety, efficacy, and therapeutic dosage of herbal drugs
5.2 In vivo models to establish the safety, efficacy, and therapeutic dosage of herbal drugs
5.3 Human clinical trials to establish the safety, efficacy, and therapeutic dosage of herbal drugs
AI, Bioinformatics & Computational Drug Discovery from Botanicals
6.1 In-silico screening
6.2 Molecular docking
6.3 Artificial Intelligence
6.4 Machine learning applications
Research Models
7.1 Virtual model generation and development
7.2 In-vitro model generation and development
7.3 In-vivo model generation and development
Transdisciplinary Research
Integrated with two or more than two disciplines, such as veterinary sciences, engineering, agricultural sciences, basic sciences, social sciences, and others
Abstract structure:
Title, Author, Affiliation, Background, Aim, Methods, Results, and Conclusion, along with 3-5 keywords
It should be structured in MS Word format
Word limit of 350 to 500 words
Participants can submit their work under the following categories:
Scientific Imagery & Microscopy: Unedited or enhanced actual research images (e.g., SEM/TEM micrographs, TLC plates under UV light, crystal structures, molecular models, or fluorescence microscopy) that hold striking aesthetic value.
Digital Art & Concept Designs: Computer-generated graphics, AI-assisted scientific visualizations, molecular docking renderings, or digital illustrations describing herbal drug mechanisms.
Traditional Media & Photography: Original photographs of medicinal plants in their natural habitats, ethnographic documentation, or photographs of hand-drawn/painted illustrations related to herbal research.
Evaluation & Awards
Submissions will be judged by a panel of experts based on:
Scientific Relevance to Herbal Drug Research
Visual Impact and Aesthetic Quality
Creativity and Originality
Clarity of the accompanying description
Submission Guidelines
Eligibility: Open to all registered delegates, students, and faculty attending IC-RAHDR-2026.
Format: High-resolution images (JPEG or PNG format, minimum 300 DPI, max file size [e.g., 10 MB]).
Originality: The submission must be the original work of the participant. If it is a research image, it must be from your own ongoing or published work.
The "Science Behind the Art" Abstract:
Every submission must be accompanied by a brief title and a 50–100-word description explaining the science behind the image and its connection to herbal drug research in simple terms.
Selected entries will be digitally displayed during the conference.
The registration fee (non-refundable) can be sent through electronic transfer in favor of the following.
Account Name: ICRAHDR2026
Address: Department of Dravyaguna IMS BHU, Varanasi
Account Number: 00000045173457261
CIF Number: 92429129796
IFS Code: SBIN0010178
MICR Code: 221002034
SWIFT Code: SBININBB125
Spot registrations are available on the conference day for the participants on payment of Cash.
Online registration is also available.