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# cms_aboutsection

heading: About the Conference
subheading: Rooted in Taxonomic Excellence
established_year: 1990
headquarters: University of Calicut, Kerala
edition: XXXVI
dates: Nov 20–22, 2026
description:
  The Indian Association for Angiosperm Taxonomy (IAAT) was established in 1990 with the objective of promoting research and academic exchange in the field of plant taxonomy and allied disciplines. The XXXVI Annual Conference serves as the premier convergence point for global botanists, researchers, and ecological stewards.


# cms_award

title: Prof. A.K. Pandey Award for Revisionary Studies
description:
  Established in 2023 through the generous endowment of Prof. Arun K. Pandey, this award recognizes outstanding revisionary studies in angiosperm taxonomy.

eligibility:
  Maximum age: 65 years
  Must be a Life Member of IAAT
  Applicant should hold a Ph.D. related to Angiosperm Taxonomy


title: Prof. Santhosh Nampy IAAT Young Scientist Award
description:
  Instituted in 2023 through the generous donation of Prof. Santhosh Nampy, this award recognizes outstanding contributions by young scientists in angiosperm systematics and taxonomy.

eligibility:
  Maximum age: 35 years
  Must be a Life Member of IAAT
  Applicant should hold a Ph.D. in Angiosperm Taxonomy


title: Dr. A.K. Pradeep Young Researcher Award
description:
  Instituted in 2023 through contributions from the students of Dr. A.K. Pradeep, this award recognizes the best research paper presented by a young researcher.

eligibility:
  Maximum age: 28 years
  Life/Annual member of IAAT
  Only original research papers considered
  Ph.D. holders are not eligible


title: S.M. & M.R. Almeida Award in Plant Nomenclature
description:
  Instituted in 2023 through the generous donation of Dr. Suchandra Dutta, this award recognizes excellence in plant nomenclature research.

eligibility:
  Maximum age: 32 years
  Life/Annual member of IAAT
  Original nomenclatural studies only
  Ph.D. holders are not eligible


# cms_conferencetheme

title: Advances in Angiosperm Systematics
icon_name: forest
subtopics:
  Modern trends in angiosperm classification
  Integrative approaches in plant taxonomy
  Classical and contemporary taxonomic methodologies
  Species delimitation and revisionary studies


title: Molecular Phylogenetics, DNA Barcoding and Evolution
icon_name: biotech
subtopics:
  Genomic and phylogenetic insights in angiosperms
  DNA barcoding and molecular identification
  Evolutionary relationships among plant groups
  Bioinformatics tools in systematics


title: Floristic Diversity and Biogeography
icon_name: travel_explore
subtopics:
  Floristic surveys and vegetation analysis
  Endemism and species distribution patterns
  Phytogeography of Indian floristic regions
  Biodiversity documentation and inventory studies


title: Ethnobotany, Traditional Knowledge and Economic Botany
icon_name: psychiatry
subtopics:
  Indigenous knowledge systems and plant use
  Medicinal and economically important plants
  Traditional healthcare practices
  Community-based biodiversity conservation


title: Reproductive Ecology and Plant–Animal Interactions
icon_name: hub
subtopics:
  Pollination biology and floral ecology
  Extrafloral nectaries and mutualistic interactions
  Seed dispersal ecology
  Nectar robbing, herbivory, and defense mechanisms


title: Biodiversity Conservation and Climate Change
icon_name: eco
subtopics:
  Conservation strategies and restoration ecology
  Threats to plant diversity
  Climate change and plant adaptation
  Climate-resilient plant diversity


title: Digital Taxonomy and AI Applications
icon_name: database
subtopics:
  Artificial intelligence in species identification
  Digital herbaria and virtual collections
  Image analysis and automated taxonomy
  Databases and biodiversity informatics


title: Emerging Interdisciplinary Frontiers
icon_name: science
subtopics:
  Multi-omics in plant biology
  Citizen science initiatives
  Conservation technologies
  Policy and future perspectives


# cms_herosection

title: XXXVI Annual Conference & International Symposium
date_text: November 20–22, 2026
location_text: Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Bilaspur
registration_link: /register/
subtitle:
  Global Perspectives in Angiosperm Systematics, Traditional Knowledge & Biodiversity Conservation. A curated program bridging classical taxonomy with modern ecological challenges, hosted at a NAAC A++, Category-I Central University.


