11th Indian Peptide Symposium

IPS 2027

Peptide Science in the AI and Translational Era

25–27 February 2027 IIT Gandhinagar, Gujarat

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Overview

IPS 2027 brings together researchers, clinicians, industry leaders, and students working across peptide chemistry, structural biology, drug discovery, computational biology, and biotechnology — for three days of science, translation, and connection.

Science to translation

Discover

Peptide Chemistry, Chemical Biology, Structural Biology

Design

AI, Computational Biology, Peptide Engineering

Develop

Therapeutics, Drug Delivery, Biomaterials

Deliver

Manufacturing, Translation, Commercialization

3 Days
2 Parallel Tracks
80 Speakers
36 Invited Talks
Flagship Amyloid Mini-Symposium
400+ Delegates (aspirational)

Registration

Join IPS 2027 at IIT Gandhinagar

Students ₹6,000 · Faculty ₹8,000 · Industry ₹12,000 (Tentative — subject to change)

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About

Peptide Science in the AI and Translational Era

Conference philosophy

Each day of IPS 2027 opens with a common plenary session, moves into parallel scientific tracks before and after lunch, and closes with a joint session of major lectures, posters, awards, and networking — balancing broad community engagement with deep scientific specialization.

The four pillars

Discover

The foundational science: peptide chemistry, synthesis, chemical biology, and structural biology that underpins everything else in the field.

Design

Where computation meets chemistry: AI-driven peptide design, computational biology, and peptide engineering are reshaping how new molecules are conceived.

Develop

Turning designed molecules into candidates: therapeutic peptides, drug delivery systems, and biomaterials research that bridges lab and clinic.

Deliver

The translational endgame: manufacturing at scale, regulatory pathways, and commercialization — including India’s growing role as a peptide manufacturing hub.

Flagship: Amyloid Mini-Symposium

A dedicated half-day mini-symposium in two linked sessions:

  • Session 1 — Amyloid Peptides & Protein Misfolding: tau, α-synuclein, Aβ, IAPP, functional amyloids, and aggregation mechanisms.
  • Session 2 — Targeting Protein Aggregation: peptide inhibitors, nanobodies, molecular glues, targeted degradation, AI-guided design, and diagnostics.

About IIT Gandhinagar

Content pending — standard institute boilerplate to be pulled from IITGN’s official About page or provided by the coordinator.

About the Indian Peptide Society

Content pending — preferred paragraph to be confirmed with the coordinator.

Programme

Scientific programme at a glance

IPS 2027 Scientific Programme at a Glance — three-day schedule for 25–27 February 2027 at IIT Gandhinagar
Scientific programme overview — Day 1 Foundations · Day 2 Biology, Disease & Technology · Day 3 Translation & Future Directions

Daily structure

Applies each of the three days:

Time Activity
09:00–10:45 Plenary: Keynotes, Award Lectures, Major Talks
10:45–11:00 Tea Break & Exhibition
11:00–13:00 Parallel Track A & B
13:00–14:00 Lunch & Exhibition
14:00–16:00 Parallel Track A & B
16:00–16:15 Tea Break
16:15–18:00 Distinguished Lecture, Panel, Flash Talks, Posters/Awards
19:30–20:30 Networking / Poster Session / Industry Exhibition

Day 1 — Foundations of Peptide Science

  • Morning Plenary: Inauguration, Opening Keynote, IPS Awards
  • Track A: Peptide Chemistry, Synthesis, Chemical Biology
  • Track B: Peptides in Biology — inhibitors, antimicrobials, and more
  • Evening: International Keynote + Panel, Welcome Reception, Posters

Day 2 — Biology, Disease & Technology

  • Morning Plenary: Distinguished Lecture (clinical keynote + panel)
  • Track A (AM): Amyloid Peptides & Protein Misfolding
  • Track B (AM): AI for Peptide Design, Computational Biology
  • Track A (PM): Therapeutic Targeting of Protein Aggregation
  • Track B (PM): Delivery Systems, Biomaterials, Diagnostics
  • Evening: Industry Forum, Startup Showcase & Pitches, Posters

Day 3 — Translation & Future Directions

  • Morning Plenary: Industry Keynotes + Panel
  • Track A: Therapeutic Peptides, Clinical Translation
  • Track B: Manufacturing, Scale-up, Regulatory, Start-ups
  • Closing: Vision Lecture + Panel Discussion, Awards & Valedictory

Panel discussions

  • The Future of Peptide Therapeutics in India
  • Can India Become a Global Peptide Manufacturing Hub?
  • AI in Peptide Drug Discovery
  • Academia–Industry Partnerships for Translation

By the numbers

36 invited talks · 36 contributory talks · 6 plenary/keynote sessions · 20 additional contributory talks

Abstracts

Call for papers

IPS 2027 invites abstract submissions across all four conference pillars — Discover, Design, Develop, and Deliver — for consideration as oral or poster presentations.

Key dates

  • Abstract submission opens: TBD
  • Abstract submission deadline: TBD
  • Notification of acceptance: TBD
  • Camera-ready abstract due: TBD

Submission categories

  • Oral presentation (contributory talk)
  • Poster presentation
  • Young Investigator Award eligible (criteria TBD)

Guidelines

  • Word limit: TBD (typically 250–300 words)
  • Format: TBD — template to be provided
  • Submission portal: link once live

Review process

Abstracts are reviewed by the Scientific Programme Committee. Decisions are based on scientific merit, relevance to conference themes, and fit with available session slots. Review workflow specifics TBD.

Register & upload abstract

Speakers

Leading voices in peptide science

IPS 2027 brings together 40+ invited speakers from India and abroad, spanning the full spectrum of peptide science — from fundamental chemistry to clinical translation and industrial-scale manufacturing.

Speaker cards will be added as confirmations come in. Names will not be published before formal confirmation.

Fees

Registration & what’s included

Category Without Accommodation With Accommodation
Student / Postdoc ₹6,000 ₹8,000
Faculty (no accommodation) ₹8,000 No accommodation
Industry (no accommodation) ₹12,000 No accommodation
Speaker Encouraged to register (not mandatory) — accommodation & local transport covered by organizers

Discounts

  • Indian Peptide Society members: ₹1,000 discount (confirm exact mechanics)
  • INFLIBNET-affiliated institutions: ₹1,000 discount

Faculty and industry registration does not include accommodation. Only the student “with accommodation” category includes it.

What’s included

  • Access to all scientific sessions across 3 days
  • Registration kit (bag, badge, programme booklet, notebook, mug, etc.)
  • Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and tea breaks on conference days
  • Welcome reception and networking sessions
  • Certificate of participation

How to register

  1. Click Register Now
  2. Fill in your details and select your category
  3. Complete payment via registration/payment platform
  4. Receive confirmation email with your registration ID

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Sponsors

Partner with IPS 2027

Connect your organization with India’s leading peptide scientists, clinicians, and rising industry talent — across pharma, biotech, instrumentation, and chemical supply.

Sponsorship tiers

Tier Amount Booth Symposium Delegates Abstract book Website
Platinum ₹5,00,000 Premium Yes 10 Full page Highest
Gold ₹3,00,000 Large Yes 8 Full page High
Silver ₹2,00,000 Standard – 5 Half page Medium
Bronze ₹1,00,000 Standard – 3 Quarter page Basic
Startup ₹50,000 Table – 2 Logo only Basic

Every tier includes logo placement on all print/digital material and stage acknowledgement.

Sponsor a specific asset

Optional — display on website TBD once confirmed.

Asset Suggested sponsorship
Opening Ceremony ₹10,00,000
Gala Dinner ₹5,00,000
Indian Amyloid Forum ₹5,00,000
AI & Peptide Design Forum ₹5,00,000
Poster Session ₹2,00,000
Welcome Dinner ₹2,00,000
Delegate Kit Confirm amount
Lanyards & Badges ₹1,00,000
Coffee Break (per day) Confirm (draft ₹3–4L)
Young Investigator Awards Amount not yet set

Sponsorship deck: link to be provided

Get in touch

Interested in sponsoring? Contact the Industry & Sponsorship Committee: email/phone TBD. Brochure PDF to be shared separately.

Venue & travel

IIT Gandhinagar

IIT Gandhinagar, Palaj, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India. Campus map / auditorium / building name once confirmed.

Getting there

  • By air: Nearest airport — Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, Ahmedabad (~distance from campus TBD)
  • By train: Nearest railway station — Gandhinagar / Ahmedabad — confirm
  • Airport/station to campus: Shuttle info once transport plan is finalized

Accommodation

Hotel / guest-house blocks to be listed with distance from venue and approximate rates once confirmed.

Local information

  • Weather in February: typically mild in Gujarat — confirm practical guidance
  • Currency & visa for international delegates: TBD — add guidance + visa invitation letter process

FAQ

Common questions

Who can attend IPS 2027?

Researchers, faculty, students, postdocs, and industry professionals working in or adjacent to peptide science are welcome.

Do I need to submit an abstract to attend?

No — abstract submission is only required if you wish to present a talk or poster. General attendance only requires registration.

Is accommodation included in the registration fee?

Only the student “with accommodation” category includes accommodation. Faculty and industry registration does not include accommodation.

Can I register at the venue?

TBD — confirm whether on-site registration will be available.

How do I get an invitation letter for a visa?

TBD — add process once defined.

What is the cancellation/refund policy?

TBD — needs a policy decision from the coordinator before this goes live.

Who do I contact for sponsorship inquiries?

See the Sponsors tab, or email TBD.

Contact

Get in touch

  • General inquiries: email TBD
  • Sponsorship inquiries: email TBD
  • Scientific programme inquiries: email TBD

Address
Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar
Palaj, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India [PIN]

Form delivery endpoint TBD — submissions are not yet wired.

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