The Departments of Computer Science, Mathematics, Biotechnology, and Microbiology at Hindusthan College of Arts and Science recently hosted the International Conference on Mathematical and Computational Biology 3.0 (ICMCB-2025).
Rajalakshmi, Head of the Department of Biotechnology delivered the welcome address and underscored the significance of research and innovation in mathematical and computational biology.
This was followed by an insightful conference overview by Lali Growther, Head of the Department of Microbiology, who highlighted key themes, emphasizing the potential of computational biology in solving global health challenges.
Delivering the presidential address, Rangaraj, Head of the Department of Computer Science, stressed the importance of interdisciplinary research in tackling contemporary issues.
His address was followed by a felicitation speech by Sethuraman, Associate Professor and Dean at Gandhigram Rural Institute (Deemed to be University), who praised the institution’s focus on collaborative research and innovation.
In his special address, Ponnusamy, Principal of Hindusthan College of Arts and Science, lauded the efforts of the organizing departments in bringing together international thought leaders. He reiterated the institution’s commitment to academic excellence, research, and innovation in biotechnology, computer science, and mathematics.
A key highlight of ICMCB-2025 was the release of the conference souvenir by distinguished guests of honour, including Sethuraman, Associate Professor and Dean, Gandhigram Rural Institute; Silvia Priscila, Associate Professor, Bharath Institute of Higher Education and Research and Jayanthi Barasarathi, Faculty of Health and Life Sciences, INTI International University, Malaysia
The souvenir captured the spirit of innovation and interdisciplinary research, symbolizing the future of mathematical and computational biology.
Keynote addresses at the conference included:
- Silvia Priscila, discussed the transformative impact of computational models in biosciences, focusing on AI, big data analytics, and mathematical modelling in genomics, drug discovery, and disease modelling.
- Jayanthi Barasarathi, presented groundbreaking research on combating plastic pollution using indigenous bacteria found in Malaysian mangrove sediments, showcasing their potential in degrading HDPE and LDPE plastics.
With 156 oral presentations, the conference served as an exceptional platform for knowledge exchange and networking among academia and industry professionals.
Anuradha, Head of the Department of Mathematics and DSA, presented a summary of ICMCB-2025, reflecting on the conference’s achievements and the need for continued collaboration in advancing research in mathematical and computational biology.
The conference brought together leading experts, scholars, and researchers from across the globe to explore the dynamic intersections of mathematical modelling, computational tools, and biological systems.
