Association




About
The Symposium on Genesis and Evolution of Organics in Space is a multidisciplinary event aimed at exploring the molecular origins of life, both on Earth and in space. This initiative brings together experts from various scientific fields, including atomic and molecular physics, astrochemistry, planetary science, and space technology, to foster collaboration and advance research on organic molecules in space. It is expected that this initiative will lead to a coordinated, multidisciplinary, and pan-India theme of “Organics in Space” and help us take on bigger and more challenging activities in a collaborative manner while increasing the visibility of the said field, especially to enhance funding opportunities and support infrastructure. It is also expected that this effort will culminate in to proposals for future space payloads/missions to explore the molecular origin of life.
Registration
Please fill the required details on the form. The registration fee will be collected only for the shortlisted partcipants. The payment link will be sent to the selected participants via email. For any clarifications please write to us to organicsinspace@iist.ac.in.
Registration formAbstract
Please follow the abstract format and submit it to organicsinspace@iist.ac.in.
Abstract templateImportant dates
Dignitaries

Dr. S. Somanath
Geust of honor
Former Chairman
ISRO & Secretary
DOS

Shri A.S. Kiran Kumar
Distinguished guest
Former Chairman
ISRO & Secretary
DOS
Speakers

Aparna Shastri
BARC

Bhalamurugan Sivaraman
PRL, Ahmedabad

Bhaswati Mookerjea
TIFR, Mumbai

C. P. Safvan
IUAC, New Delhi

Jeremy Lasue
IRAP, Toulouse, France

Liv Horenkaer
Aarhus Univ., Denmark

Nabanita Deb
IACS, Kolkata

Nadia Balucani
Univ. Perugia, Italy

Shyama Narendranath
URSC, ISRO

Reetesh Kumar Gangwar
IIT Tirupati

Ritu Karidhal
URSC, ISRO
Registration & Abstract
Registration
Please fill the required details on the form. The registration fee will be collected only for the shortlisted partcipants. The payment link will be sent to the selected participants via email. For any clarifications please write to us to organicsinspace@iist.ac.in.
Registration formAbstract
Please follow the abstract format and submit it to organicsinspace@iist.ac.in.
Abstract templateCommittees
Patrons
Scientific advisory committee

Prof. E. Krishnakumar
RRI, Bangaluru

Dr. Aparna Shastri
BARC, Mumbai
Local organizing committee

Dr. Karunasree Merugu
GITAM BLR
Conveners
Co-Convener
Sponsors
Diamond sponsor

Astronomical Society of India
Contact

Dr. Shubhadip Chakraborty
Department of Chemistry
GITAM, BLR Karnataka - 561203
schakrab4@gitam.edu

Dr. Abhishek Shahi
Department of Chemistry
GITAM, BLR Karnataka - 561203
ashahi@gitam.edu

Prof. Umesh Kadhane
Department of Physics IIST,
Trivandrum
Kerala - 695547
umeshk@iist.ac.in
Venue
Venue for ASI Symposium 004 on Genesis and Evolution of Organics in Space (2 Symposium of Organics in Space consortium)
Shivaji Auditorium, GITAM Deemed to be University, NH 207, Nagadenehalli, taluk, Doddaballapura, Bengaluru, Karnataka 561203
Logistics
Accommodation and Food has been arranged in GITAM Bengaluru campus om payment basis
Students and Postdocs
Kokila Sadan
GITAM Bengaluru campus
INR 800 per night per person single occupancy, inclusive breakfast and dinner (lunch is complementary)
Travel
How to reach us
A. From Kempagowda internation airport
Option 1 : Taxi or Ride-Hailing services
- Estimated time : Approximately 1.5 to 2 hours, depending on traffic
- Estimated cost : ₹800–₹1,000
- Details : You can book a taxi directly from the airport or use ride-hailing apps like Ola or Uber. This is the most convenient option, especially if you're carrying luggage
Option 2 : Airport Shuttle + Public Bus
- Airport Shuttle to Hebbal
- Bus : KIA-9 or similar.
- Estimated time : Around 1 hour.
- Estimated cost : ₹250–₹300.
- Details : These buses run from the airport to various parts of the city, including Esteem mall
- Public Bus from Hebbal to Doddaballapur
- Bus : BMTC buses like 285M.
- Estimated time : Approximately 1 hour.
- Estimated cost : ₹50–₹100.
- Details : From Hebbal, board a bus heading towards Doddaballapur get down at doddaballapur railway station and take an auto to GITAM Bengaluru campus (Auto fare ₹ 100)
B. From Bengaluru city railway station
From City Railway Station, take a BMTC bus to Majestic / Kempegowda Bus Station (right outside station)
- Take a direct bus to Doddaballapur (e.g., Route 285 series)
- Travel time : 2.5 to 3 hours total
- Cost : ₹50–₹100
- From Doddaballapur Bus Station to GITAM Campus: Auto-rickshaw or taxi (₹100–₹200)
Contact
Dr. Shubhadip Chakraborty
Department of Chemistry
GITAM, BLR Karnataka - 561203
schakrab4@gitam.edu
Dr. Abhishek Shahi
Department of Chemistry
GITAM, BLR Karnataka - 561203
ashahi@gitam.edu
Prof. Umesh Kadhane
Department of Physics IIST,
Trivandrum
Kerala - 695547
umeshk@iist.ac.in