2026

• Mar 2026

  18^th Young Investigators’ Meeting

  The 18^th Young Investigators’ Meeting (YIM 2026) was held from 02 – 06 March 2026 at Symbiosis International (Deemed University), Pune.

  The meeting brought together 39 Young Investigators (YIs) and 35 Postdoctoral Fellows (PDFs) from India and abroad, along with mentors, senior scientists, and representatives from academia and industry. Through a series of talks, mentoring sessions, and interactive discussions, YIM 2026 provided a platform for early-career researchers to explore career pathways, engage with the broader scientific ecosystem, and build meaningful connections.
  

  

  

  
  

  YIM 2026 reinforced the continued need for platforms that support mentorship, collaboration, and community building within India’s life sciences ecosystem. Its long-term impact is reflected in the sustained networks and collaborations that extend beyond the meeting.
  
  A detailed reflection on the meeting is available in the report by Siuli Mitra:

  Building careers and community: Reflections from YIM 2026