IEHSC Co-Sponsored the 4th International Student Conference on Medical Geology and Environmental Health – South Asia 2025

A closer look at the virtual conference that brought together more than 600 delegates from 27 countries to support student research, international collaboration, and scientific exchange in medical geology and environmental health.

A Global Plataform for Students Research

The International Environmental & Health Sciences Consortium (IEHSC) was pleased to serve as a co-sponsor of the 4th International Student Conference on Medical Geology and Environmental Health (ISCMGEH) – South Asia Edition, held virtually from November 24 to 29, 2025.

The conference marked an important milestone in a growing global series dedicated to student engagement in medical geology and environmental health. Bringing together more than 600 delegates from 27 countries, the event created a dynamic platform for young researchers, faculty, and scientific organizations to exchange knowledge and highlight emerging work at the intersection of Earth systems and human health.

For IEHSC, participation in this initiative reflects an ongoing commitment to supporting international collaboration, academic development, and meaningful opportunities for the next generation of scientists.

The six-day program featured a rich scientific agenda that included student oral presentations, poster sessions, keynote lectures, workshops, and a special documentary screening. The conference also included a dedicated e-poster wall, helping participants access and share research in a structured and highly visible format.

The breadth of topics presented during the event reflected the interdisciplinary nature of medical geology and environmental health, while the quality of the discussions reinforced the importance of regional and international platforms for student-led scientific exchange.

Conference at a Glance

4th ISCMGEH South Asia 2025

Virtual International Conference

600+
Delegates
27
Countries
72
Oral Presentations
48
Poster Presentations
2
Specialized Workshops

Conference Highlights

Oral Presentations

72 student oral presentations highlighted current research in medical geology, environmental exposure, groundwater quality, sustainability, and public health across a wide range of emerging topics.

Poster Sessions

48 poster presentations created an additional platform for participants to share findings, discuss methods, and build meaningful connections with peers, mentors, and fellow researchers.

Workshops and Special Features

Two expert-led workshops, keynote lectures, and the screening of “Black Snow” expanded the conference beyond traditional presentation formats.

Keynotes and workshops

Keynote Lectures

The keynote lectures brought together internationally recognized experts to address major themes in medical geology, environmental health, groundwater quality, sustainability, and public health risk. These presentations offered broad scientific perspectives while highlighting current challenges, emerging research directions, and the global relevance of interdisciplinary collaboration.

Prof. Rajasekhar Balasubramanian

Healthy Living in Healthy Cities
Watch on YouTube

Prof. Srilert Chotpantarat

Assessment of As and Pb Contamination and Associated Health Risks in Groundwater of Ban Khai District, Thailand
Watch on YouTube

Prof. M. Santosh

Habitability and Sustainability of Planet Earth
Watch on YouTube

Prof. Shaji E

Heavy Metals in Groundwater: A Hidden Threat to Health
Watch on YouTube

Prof. José A. Centeno

The Emerging Discipline of Medical Geology: Its Origin, Recent Advances and Future
Watch on YouTube

Prof. Ravin Jugade

Water Detoxification Using Physically and Chemically Engineered Chitosan Biopolymer
Watch on YouTube

Workshops and Special Sessions

The workshops provided focused learning opportunities designed to support practical skill development, scientific communication, and interdisciplinary exchange. Together, they encouraged participants to deepen their understanding of research methods, publication practices, and the broader dialogue between geoscience and health communities.

Prof. Robert Finkelman

Shared Vocabulary: Communication Between Geo-Scientists and Public Health/Medical Researchers
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Prof. Alecos Demetriades

Preparing Manuscripts for Publication in International Journals: Instructions for Young Researchers
Watch on YouTube

Alina Simone

Movie Screening: Black Snow
Note: This film link is not publicly available due to copyright restrictions

Advancing the Next Generation of Scientists

One of the defining strengths of the ISCMGEH series is its focus on student development. These conferences provide emerging scientists with a meaningful opportunity to present research, strengthen academic communication skills, gain recognition, and connect with peers and established experts across regions and disciplines.

By remaining accessible and student-centered, the conference model helps remove barriers to participation while building a stronger international scientific community. It also supports one of the most important responsibilities of established researchers and institutions: helping to develop the next generation of scientists.

“Conferences such as ISCMGEH create valuable opportunities for students to showcase their work, improve their communication skills, expand their networks, and contribute to global scientific dialogue in medical geology and environmental health.”

Acknowledgment

IEHSC extends its congratulations to the RTM Nagpur University team, the Organizing Committee, the Scientific Advisory Committee, student volunteers, and all institutional partners whose efforts contributed to the success of the conference.

Special recognition is also due to the academic leaders and organizers who helped establish the high standard of this South Asia edition. Their commitment, coordination, and support helped make this conference an outstanding platform for student research and international scientific exchange.

Explore the Conference Materials

Readers who would like to learn more about the conference can explore the official event page and available materials, including program information and conference-related content.

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