MUMBAI — The Indian Society of Human Genetics (ISHG) has officially announced its 51st Annual Meeting and International Conference, scheduled to take place from February 2 to February 4, 2027. The premier academic event will be hosted at the state-of-the-art CIDCO Convention Centre in Vashi, Navi Mumbai.
Theme and Focus
The conference has been officially themed “Human Genomics to Precision Medicine”. The scientific program aims to highlight the rapid transition from conventional cytogenetics to advanced multi-omics, next-generation sequencing, single-cell analysis, and transcriptomics. Discussions will focus heavily on translating genomic breakthroughs into affordable diagnostics and therapies for rare genetic disorders, hemoglobinopathies, and cancer genomics.
Organizers
The prestigious gathering is being organized by the ICMR – National Institute for Research on Blood and Immune Disorders (NIRBID)(formerly ICMR-NIIH), Mumbai, an institute of national importance operating under the Indian Council of Medical Research.
Organizing Leadership
- Patron: Dr. Rajiv Bahl
- Chairperson: Dr. Manisha Madkaikar
- Organizing Secretary: Dr. Babu Rao Vundinti
- Treasurer: Dr. Prabhakar Kedar
Event Highlights
The multi-day scientific itinerary features an extensive lineup including keynote addresses, invited plenary lectures, young investigator award sessions, oral presentations, and specialized poster sessions covering AI in genomics, mitochondrial genetics, clinical immunogenetics, and population genetics. Registrations and abstract submissions are open, with the abstract submission deadline set for December 10, 2026.
Travel Guide: Getting to CIDCO Convention Centre, Navi Mumbai
Situated in Vashi, Navi Mumbai, the CIDCO Convention Centre offers seamless connectivity for national and international delegates arriving via air, train, or road.
- From Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (Terminal 1 / 2): Located approximately 18 to 22 km away. The journey takes about 45 to 60 minutes via the Eastern Express Highway or MH48.
- From Navi Mumbai International Airport: Located approximately 15 km away. Travel time is roughly 25 to 35 minutes via the Airport Access Road or Sion-Panvel Highway (NH348A).
- From Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT): Located approximately 28 km away. Attendees can take a Harbour Line local train or drive via the Eastern Freeway (60 to 75 minutes).
- From Lokmanya Tilak Terminus (LTT): Located approximately 26 km away. The commute takes 55 to 70 minutes via the Harbour Line local or Mumbai-Satara Highway, with a short cab or walk from Vashi Station.
