Chief Guest & Keynote Speaker
Dr. G. Satheesh Reddy
Former Chairman, DRDO
Former Secretary, Department of Defence R&D
Government of India
19 September 2026 · Anurag University, Hyderabad
Anudhaban 2026
Where research meets global vision — a summit uniting six nations and eighteen disciplines around a single institutional research ecosystem.
6
Nations represented
Nations represented
- India
- United Kingdom
- Egypt
- Jordan
- United Arab Emirates
- United States
18
Academic departments
Academic departments
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Science & Engineering
- Artificial Intelligence
- Data Science
- Information Technology
- Electronics & Communication Engineering
- Electrical & Electronics Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- AI & Machine Learning
- Management
- Chemistry
- English
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Agriculture
- Pharmacy
- Nursing
- Medical Sciences
50+
Research posters & prototypes
3
Parallel round tables
India steps forward as a premier global crucible for high-impact research
Anudhaban 2026, powered by Anurag University, builds upon the phenomenal success of its predecessor — scaling to an international footprint of six nations and uniting eighteen diverse academic departments under a single, cohesive institutional research ecosystem.
ANUDHABAN is a global research platform designed to inspire innovation, foster meaningful academic conversations, and connect researchers, academicians and industry leaders across disciplines and borders worldwide.
Over fifty faculty members and 1000 participants showcase cutting-edge research posters alongside real live prototypes, transforming the venue into a marketplace of ideas and tangible technological solutions.
The summit will feature a Round Table Discussion on multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary research for societal impact, a Research Poster Showcase featuring researchers from 18 departments, and a Real-Life Project Expo highlighting research-driven solutions with potential for collaboration, translation and future funding opportunities.
What’s On
01
Round Table Discussions
2 National · 1 International
Three parallel round tables bring together department heads, deans and international experts to shape a connected research ecosystem.
02
Research Posters Contest
Faculty research on display
Faculty members present cutting-edge research posters across disciplines, opening their work to discussion with peers and visiting experts.
03
Prototype Showcasing
Ideas you can see working
Live prototypes sit alongside the posters, turning the venue into a marketplace of ideas and tangible technological solutions.
Chief Guest & Keynotes
Visionary insights on translational science, security and next-generation innovation
Distinguished Keynote Speaker
Prof. Rajiv Misra
Professor & Head of Department (CSE)
IIT Patna
International Round Table
The Global Future of Multidisciplinary and Interdisciplinary Research
A multilateral session uniting world-class experts across borders to forge concrete pathways for cross-border cooperation, aligning global academic strategies with emerging technological frontiers.
Prof. Ali M. S. Zalzala
Managing Director, HIKMAX Ltd
London, United Kingdom
Prof. Neemat El-Gayar
Professor & Dean, School of Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence, Newgiza University
Egypt
Prof. Mohammad Hamdan
Professor, Yarmouk University
Jordan
Prof. Niladri Chatterjee
Former Professor, IIT Delhi
India
Dr. Utkarsh Mall
Assistant Professor, MBZUAI
United Arab Emirates
Dr. Sayonara Barbosa
Assistant Professor, University of Cincinnati College of Nursing
United States
Parallel Round Tables
Holistic institutional growth, worked out in the room
Two national and one international round table, running in parallel.
01
National
The University as One Research Ecosystem: Connecting Minds, Disciplines and Ideas
Led by Heads of Department, Deans and senior professors from eighteen distinct departments, this table breaks down disciplinary silos and establishes actionable frameworks for interdisciplinary collaboration.
02
National
Beyond Research: From Knowledge to Innovation, Industry and Societal Impact
A working session on translating research output into industry partnerships and societal outcomes — turning published knowledge into deployed innovation.
03
International
The Global Future of Multidisciplinary and Interdisciplinary Research
Experts from six nations forge concrete pathways for cross-border cooperation, aligning global academic strategies with emerging technological frontiers.
Founding Chair
Prof. (Dr.) Debajyoty Banik
University Director of Research & Publications,
Anurag University
ANUDHABAN is conceptualised and strategically led by Prof. (Dr.) Debajyoty Banik, Founding Chair, ANUDHABAN and University Director, Anurag University. The initiative forms part of the University’s broader research transformation efforts, aimed at building a globally connected, multidisciplinary and impact-oriented research ecosystem that strengthens collaboration across disciplines, institutions and international academic communities.
Through ANUDHABAN, the University brings together research leadership, interdisciplinary engagement, international academic connections and research translation, creating opportunities to connect research ideas with meaningful societal impact, institutional collaboration and future pathways for innovation and funding.
With Gratitude
The leadership whose support has been the bedrock of Anudhaban’s trajectory
Dr. Palla Rajeshwar Reddy
Chairman & MLA
Dr. S. Neelima
Chief Executive Officer
Prof. Archana Mantri
Vice Chancellor
Dr. U. B. Desai
Founding Director, IIT Hyderabad & Chancellor
Anudhaban 2026: Where Research Meets Global Vision
Not just an event — a global movement shaping the future of collaborative discovery, societal innovation and academic prestige.