The International Conference on Science & Technology Integration for Circular Economy (Hybrid Mode) was organized by the DST - SATHI - PURSE Team at Birla Institute of Technology & Science (BITS) Pilani, Hyderabad Campus, Hyderabad-500078, Telangana, India. The conference is scheduled on 29th - 30th Jan 2026. A post-conference hands-on workshop on the thematic areas of the conference will be held on 31st Jan 2026 for offline participants.

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About DST-SATHI Project

The Department of Science and Technology (DST) has launched the "Sophisticated Analytical & Technical Help Institute (SATHI)" initiative to establish shared, professionally managed Science and Technology infrastructure facilities. SATHI fosters collaboration, supports resource-constrained organizations like MSMEs and state universities, and enables round-the-clock R&D activities. The initiative also focuses on training, workshops, and hands-on programs to enhance technical expertise and societal outreach while promoting innovation and research across disciplines.

About BITS Pilani, Hyderabad Campus

 

BITS Pilani, an institution of eminence and of international repute for higher education in India. BITS Pilani, Hyderabad Campus was established in 2008, spreads over 200 acres of land at Jawahar Nagar, Hyderabad. Over the years, BITS has provided the highest quality technical education to students from all over India admitted on the basis of merit. BITS is ranked among the top Engineering Institutes in India. BITS has secured an impressive 3.68 score on a scale of 4 in November 2024, placing it among the top 5% of institutions having a valid NAAC accreditation. BITS has four campuses in India – Pilani, Goa, Hyderabad, Mumbai and one international campus in UAE - Dubai.

 

About DST-PURSE Project

 

"Promotion of University Research and Scientific Excellence (PURSE)" is one of the Flagship Infrastructure programs of Department of Science and Technology, which was commenced in the year 2009 exclusively for the University sector. The main objective of the scheme is to strengthen the research capacity of performing Indian Universities and provide support for nurturing the research ecosystem and strengthening the R&D base of the Universities in the country. 

 

 

 

 

SDGs aligned with the conference

CONFERENCE THEMES

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  • Anaerobic Digestion / Biomethanation

  • Biogas to Electricity

  • Methane to Hydrogen

  • Membrane Fuel Cells

  • Energy Management

  • Environment & Waste Management

  • Wastewater Treatment

  • Circular Economy

  • Sustainable Development

 

 

Conference Proceedings/ Abstract

 

The conference proceedings/abstract book will be updated soon...

 

 

Registration

 

Register now to participate in the International Conference on Science & Technology Integration for Circular Economy.


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Note: Registration is mandatory for all participants. 

 

 

 

 

Program Schedule

 

The program schedule will be updated soon. Please check here regularly for updates.

 

 

 

CHIEF PATRON

Prof. V. Ramgopal Rao

Vice-Chancellor
BITS Pilani

 

PATRON

Prof. Soumyo Mukherji

Director
BITS Pilani, Hyderabad Campus

 

CONVENOR

Prof. P. Sankar Ganesh
Professor, Department of Biological Sciences


CO-CONVENORS

Prof. Ankur Bhattacharjee
Department of Electrical & Electronics Engineering

Prof. Chanchal Chakraborty
Department of Chemistry

Prof. Lavanya Suresh
Department of Humanities and Social Sciences

Prof. Satyapaul A. Singh
Department of Chemical Engineering

Prof. Supradeepan K
Department of Mechanical Engineering

 

EVENTS

Keynote & invited lectures
Research paper presentations
Case study presentations
Poster presentations
Best presentation and poster awards

Glimpse of Valorization 2025

Reach BITS Pilani, Hyderabad Campus & Nearby Accommodations 

Where is the BITS Pilani, Hyderabad Campus?
The BITS Pilani, Hyderabad Campus is located in Jawaharnagar, Shameerpet Mandal on Karimnagar Highway, Hyderabad, Rangareddy District, Telangana State. It is approximately 25 kilometres from Secunderabad railway station, about 33 kilometers from Hyderabad railway station (Nampally)/ Imliban (Mahatma Gandhi Bus Station-MGBS) bus-station and about 70 km from Rajiv Gandhi international airport, Shamshabad.
How do you reach the BITS Pilani, Hyderabad Campus?
From the Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (Shamshabad) There are regular bus services and cabs from the airport to Secunderabad Railway Station (see www.aeroexpress.com for details about the bus service). From the railway station one can take a bus for the campus. From the Railway Station From Secunderabad railway station to BITS-Pilani, Hyderabad Campus one has to travel 22 KM on Rajiv Rahadari/ Karim Nagar Highway, up to Dongala Mysamma junction after Alankruta Resorts in Thumkunta Village and take a right turn towards Ghatkesar. After travelling 1.5 KMs on this road, there is again a diversion to the right leading to the Campus. BITS? sign boards indicating the directions are available on the way. There is a direct Bus No. 212 from Secunderabad Railway station (Gurudwara Point) to BITS-Pilani Hyderabad Campus Main Gate Besides there are City Buses having numbers 211S, 211A, 211C, 211D, 211E, 211J, 211K, 211T, 211U, 567, 568, 569 fly from Secunderabad Railway Station to various destinations to the Campus side. Further, there are many APSRTC buses from Secunderabad, Jubilee bus-stand to KarimNagar, Siddhipet, Ramagundam, Gajwel, Cheriyal etc. People can board any of these buses, get down either at Thumkunta or Dongala Mysamma junction which is 1KM away and take an auto to the campus.
Where can I stay near BITS Pilani, Hyderabad Campus?