The National Conference of EMSI – North Zone on “Electron Microscopy in Biological and Material Sciences” will provide a vibrant platform for interdisciplinary exchange among biological , medical and material science communities. The conference will be held at AIIMS, New Delhi, on 08–09 May 2026, preceded by many pre conference workshops (06–07 May 2026).
The conference will feature covering recent advances and emerging trends in electron microscopy on biological and material Science.
AIIMS, New Delhi, India
08-09 May 2026
This hands-on session will introduce participants to environmental and cryogenic SEM techniques for imaging hydrated, soft, and beam-sensitive samples. Participants will gain practical experience in sample preparation, cryo-fixation, low-vacuum imaging, charge mitigation, and contrast optimization, enabling high-resolution surface and morphological analysis under near-native conditions.
| Contact Person: Mr. Chandra Shekhar Email:shekhar1332@gmail.com, Phone: +91 8864946190 | |||
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This module will provide hands-on training in confocal laser scanning microscopy and advanced super-resolution techniques. Participants will learn optical sectioning, fluorophore selection, image acquisition strategies, resolution enhancement, and quantitative image analysis, with applications in biological and biomedical research.
| Contact Person: Mr. Vishal Email:aiimsemfdbtsahaj@gmail.com, Phone: +91 7838815731 | |||
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The AFM session will offer practical exposure to topographical, mechanical, and functional imaging at the nanoscale. Participants will be trained in probe selection, scanning modes, force spectroscopy, surface characterization, and data interpretation, with examples from both biological and material systems.
| Contact Person: Mr. Aasif Ali Email:asif.med.mic@gmail.com, Phone: +91 8433090158 | |||
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The two-day TEM session focuses on advanced imaging and analytical techniques including EDS and STEM-HAADF. Participants will learn TEM fundamentals, sample–electron interactions, contrast mechanisms, and practical training in elemental analysis and Z-contrast imaging. The session emphasizes data acquisition, interpretation, and best practices for high-quality nanoscale analysis.
| Contact Person: Dr. Shikha Chaudhary Email:sharawatshikha00@gmail.com, Phone: +91 9811844514 | |||
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| Participants For | Students / PhD / PDF / RA (EMSI Member / Non-Member) |
Faculty & Scientist (EMSI Member / Non-Member) |
Industry (EMSI Member / Non-Member) |
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| National Conference | ₹2500 / ₹4000 + GST | ₹5000 / ₹6500 + GST | ₹7500 / ₹9000 + GST |
| Pre-Conference Hands-on Workshops | |||
| Environmental / Cryo SEM (6–7 May) | ₹2500 + GST | ₹4000 + GST | ₹5000 + GST |
| Confocal & Super Resolution Microscopy (6–7 May) | ₹2500 + GST | ₹4000 + GST | ₹5000 + GST |
| Atomic Force Microscopy (7 May) | ₹1500 + GST | ₹2500 + GST | ₹4000 + GST |
| TEM (EDS / STEM HAADF) (6–7 May) | ₹2500 + GST | ₹4000 + GST | ₹5000 + GST |
*The additional 1500+GST (18%) is fee for EMSI Life Membership.
| Account Name | EMBM 2026 |
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| Bank Name | State Bank of India |
| Account Number | 44885967110 |
| IFSC Code | SBIN0001536 |
| Branch | AIIMS, Ansari Nagar, New Delhi |
| Payment Mode | NEFT / RTGS / IMPS |
Professor,
AIIMS, New Delhi
Chairman, EMSI-North Zone
Associate Professor,
AIIMS, New Delhi
Professor of Chemistry,
University of Delhi, New Delhi
All Participants from outside Delhi/NCR will be provided free accommodation.
Interested may write to us on aiimsemf@gmail.com along with application no (EMBM2026-00000)
| Guest House | Directions to AIIMS |
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