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1 TiMS-15 (Technology Innovation & Management for Sustainable Development-15) 5 th International Conference on Climate Change and Sustainable Management of Natural Resources 5 th INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE February 9-11, Gwalior, MP, India Organized by School of Life Sciences, ITM University Gwalior nh-75, Jhansi Road, Gwalior (M.P.) , India

2 ITM University ITM University is a multidisciplinary University with an international reputation for the quality of its research and teaching across the academic spectrum, with subjects spanning sciences, engineering and Technology, management, commerce, fine arts, social sciences, arts, nursing, education, pharmacy, architecture, and agriculture. It seeks to sustain and enhance its excellence as an institution of higher learning through outstanding teaching and research. ITM University Gwalior has been established in May ITM University campus sprawls in an area of more than 250 acres in sylvan surrounding along green hills of Vindhyachal ranges on National Highway No. 75. in Gwalior. M.G. BLOCK & J.C.BOSE BLOCK KIRLOSKAR BLOCK P.C. RAY CENTRE FOR RESEARCH SCHOOL OF LIFE SCIENCE The School of Life Science is a premier School of ITM University offering quality education and research in Biotechnology, Microbiology and Food Technology. The School of Life Science is currently offering undergraduate, postgraduate and Ph.D Programmes. The courses offered are B. Sc. (Hons.) Biotechnology, B. Sc. (Hons.) Food Technology, M. Sc. Biotechnology, M. Sc. Microbiology, M. Sc. Food Technology, and Ph.D in Biotechnology, Microbiology and Environmental Science. THE MAJOR THRUST AREAS OF RESEARCH ARE Biotechnology: Plant tissue culture, phytoremediation, bioremediation, abiotic stress biology, biofertilizers, biosensors. Microbiology: Plant microbe interaction, biofuel: bioethanol production, development of antifungal agents, antimicrobial activities of plants and microbes, microbial biodiversity Biochemistry: Clinical biochemistry, toxicology, antioxidant activity in plants Plant Science: Weed control, allelopathy, rhizosphere biology Animal Science: Signal transduction (cell signaling) Environment Science: Climate change, pesticide pollution, bioinsecticide, waste water treatment, limnology, environmental impact assessment, environmental monitoring

3 5 th International Conference on Climate Change and Sustainable Management of Natural Resources Due to increasing man made emissions the level of carbon dioxide in earth s atmosphere presently is higher than any time in last one million years. The carbon dioxide level in the atmosphere was about 285 parts per million in 1980, by 1960 the atmospheric carbon dioxide concentration increased to 315 ppm and in 2013 the level of carbon dioxide crossed 400ppm. Scientists try to forecast the effect of rising level of green house gases (GHGs) in atmosphere. Inter governmental panel on climate change rely on the ability of general circulation model s (GCMs) to simulate future climate According to IPCC Climate models are based on well established physical principles and have demonstrated to reproduce observed physical features of recent climate and past climate changes. GCMs must incorporate all the physical, chemical and biological processes that influence climate. Many deficiencies in to day s state of the art climatic models have been raised and there is need for further research to address these deficiencies. Presently degradation of environment and natural resources is posing the greatest threat to the globe. Earth is warming at an unusual rate and evidence of warming is present in different forms that is reflected by the temperature records. There are many temperature dependent phenomenon that also indicate that the earth is warming. Earth s mountain glaciers are melting. Antarctica ice sheets are breaking up, sea level is rising, temperature of the oceans is rising, Northern Hemisphere permafrost is melting, Arctic ice is thinning and retreating. The tree line in mountain ranges is moving upward. There is a consensus among the world scientific community that the cause for increase in atmospheric CO 2 and ultimately for planetary warming is from human activities. In the absent of global agreement on climate change, 2 C has almost emerged as the principle focus. Commitment to limiting average global temperature increases of 2 C, needs a radical reframing of the both the climate change agenda and policies, and the economic characterization of contemporary society. Even if the concentration of green house gases were to be stabilized, the impact of climate change would continue for several decades making adaptation to climate change an essential part of policy framework. Options in energy sector would require consistent assessment and regulation. Costeffective, energy efficiency, energy conservation measures, development of clean energy technologies, generate large benefits in terms of reducing carbon emissions. Energy is prime mover of economic growth and necessary component of sustainable development, low carbon sustainable transport and energy efficient housing strategy is necessary. Public awareness on climate change has grown immensely. Vulnerability to climate change has strong linkage with poverty and has the potential to create multiple stresses. It is critical to understand anticipated climate change pattern in order to have appropriate adaptation and mitigation measures. It is imperative to identify measures that promote development objectives, while also addressing climate change effects yielding co-benefits. Climate change is a cross cutting issue for the post-2015 development agenda. It is recognized as being linked to 10 of the 19 areas identified for consideration in the framework. All goals will need to be climate smart, and designed to deliver climate compatible development ending poverty, shifting to low carbon development pathways, enabling adaptation and resilience. Climate change will impact food production due to elevated CO 2 in atmosphere, high temperature, altered precipitation and increased droughts and floods. There is significant focus worldwide on identifying the current impacts of climate change on biodiversity and over the last 35 years numerous shifts in the distribution and abundance of species has occurred. Changing temperature and precipitation pattern and increasing concentration of CO 2 in atmosphere are likely to result in significant modification in natural and modified forests. Climate change poses a wide range of risks to population health. Gender dimensions of the climate change have been largely neglected. There is urgent need to integrate gender issues into public policy making, and in adaptation response to climate change.

4 SCOPE OF CONFERENCE 1. Global Climate Scenario a) Scientific evidence and current status b) Adaptation and mitigation strategies c) International multilateral cooperation 2. Energy a) Energy conservation and sustainable use b) Policy and regulatory options c) Biofuel and other renewable options 3. Assessing Impacts of Climate Change b) Lake ecosystem c) Coastal ecosystem d) Marine ecosystem e) Mountain ecosystem f) Forest ecosystem g) Agriculture 4. Impact of Climate Change on Biodiversity 5. Climate Change and Social Issues a) Food and nutrition security b) Climate finance c) Disaster risk reduction d) Human rights and resources e) Community and sustainable development f) Gender equity 6. Science and Technology in Environmental Management a) Remote sensing and GIS b) Cleaner production and green technology c) Bio-remediation d) Eco-biotechnology e) Carbondioxide sequestration 7. Ecology, Economics and Climate Change a) Managing ecological hazards b) The economics of climate change. c) Carbon trading taxes, offsets 8. Human Settlements a) Urbanization and environment b) Urban and rural planning c) Green buildings and low carbon transport 9. Gender Perspectives and Climate Change a) Women and natural resources b) Gender vulnerability and adaptation 10. Climate Change and Human Health a) Coping with health effects of climate change b) Public health education and policy framework 11. Framing Responses a) Environment policies and national mission Govt. of India b) Environmental legislation and enforcement c) Role of media d) Environment education, awareness and ethics 12. Climate Change Adaptation & Mitigation a) Building resilience b) Moving towards low carbon societies c) Sustainable climate risk management 13. Green Marketing a) Green brand leadership b) Green marketing & environmental concerns c) Innovation and green business d) Green consumerism and sustainable choices 14. Youth Forum on Climate Change 15. Parliamentarian Debate on Climate Change OBJECTIVE OF THE CONFERENCE 1. Conference will examine evidences and causes of climate change (natural and anthropogenic) 2. Impact of climate change on humans and ecosystems 3. Mitigation of climate change through technological, social, ethical and political responses 4. Strategies for adaptation to climate change. 5. Innovation in renewable energy CALL FOR PAPERS AND POSTERS The participants for the conference are invited to submit paper for oral or poster presentation. Kindly submit one page abstract printed on an A4 size paper (1.5 spacing using Microsoft Time New Roman, 12 font size) of your proposed presentation to the organizing secretary, not later than 30th December, The abstract be sent as an word attachment to itmuniversity.ac.in to the organizing secretary of the conference. Participants will be informed within five days of receipt of abstract. Abstracts of all papers accepted for oral and poster presentations will be printed in the conference souvenir. Full papers will be published in the form of proceedings.

5 POSTER PRESENTATION Poster boards will be provided for poster presentation. Each poster will be allotted a board space measuring 120x150 cm (48 x60 ). Drawing pins or thumb tags will be provided. All poster presentations will be in English. Handwritten posters will not be accepted. The text should be rendered with a sufficiently large font to be legible from a distance of 1-2 metre. Graphs, tables, figures, photographs or maps may be used within the limits of the board space allocated. ABOUT GWALIOR Gwalior is a historical city in the heart of India, situated in the State of Madhya Pradesh, 120 Km from Agra (The city of Taj Mahal) and 317 Km from Delhi. It is well connected with Delhi, Bhopal, Mumbai, Bangalore and Hyderabad by train and road, and by air from Delhi and Mumbai. The city is known as The city of Music, the legendary musician Tansen belonged to Gwalior and was recognized as one the nine jewels of Emperor Akbar s court. The city has the richest musical tradition among all the cities in this great country. Most famous and memorable landmarks include Gwalior Fort, the living palace of Scindia s, Jai Vilas Palace, the Tomb of the famous musician Tansen and museums. CLIMATE OF GWALIOR The climate of Gwalior is sub-tropical and the rainy season ends by middle of September. In the 2nd week of February the ambient microclimate of Gwalior is fine and moderate, maximum temperature will be 25 o C and minimum temperature will be 18 o C. ACCOMODATION Gwalior has number of hotels with tariff ranging from INR 1000/- to INR 5500/-. Hotels are located within a radius of about 10 Km from ITM University campus. Those who are desirous of hotel accommodation are requested to inform the organizers well in advance. Chief Patron Shri Ramashanker Singh Chancellor, ITM University Gwalior Patrons Smt. Kanupriya Singh Rathore Chairperson, ITM Universe Vadodara, Gujarat Smt. Ruchi Singh Chauhan Vice President, ITM University Gwalior Shri Ravindra Singh Rathore Managing Director, ITM Universe Vadodara, Gujarat Shri Daulat Singh Chauhan Managing Director, ITM University Gwalior REGISTERATION FEE Indian Foreign Delegates from Industries INR 3000/- US $ 100 Delegates from Academics INR 1200/- US $ 50 Students* INR 500/- US $ 25 (Registration fees covers conference papers, souvenir, lunches, refreshments). Registration fees can be paid through a Demand Draft drawn in favour of ITM University payable at Gwalior, India. Cancellation of registration is not permitted. Registration form can be downloaded from website ( Online payment can be made to UCO Bank, Sithouli, Gwalior, A/c No , IFSC code: UCBA *to submit bonafide certificate from the Head of the Department/ Institution. SPONSORSHIPS Academic Institutions and Leading Industries are invited to sponsor this major event and benefit from the conference. Sponsorship tariff are given below: CATEGORY Sponsors Indian Foreign Industries INR 1,00,000/- US $ 6000 Academic Institutions INR 50,000/- US $ 3000 A sponsor can nominate four delegates free of charge along with strategically visible publicity. All payments related to sponsorship can be made through a Demand Draft drawn in favor of ITM University payable at Gwalior, India. Education Leadership Award by on 29 June, 2013

6 SOUVENIR A souvenir will be brought out at the time of conference highlighting the themes, keynotes lectures, messages and advertisements. A copy will be given to all registered participants free of charge. Persons interested in participating in International Conference are advised to keep in touch with the regular updates of the conference ( Advisory Committee Prof. Yogesh Upadhyay Vice Chancellor ITM University Gwalior Dr. R. D. Gupta Advisor to Chancellor, ITM University Gwalior Prof. G.T. Kulkarni Dean SOLS, ITM University Gwalior Dr. Omveer Singh Registrar, ITM University Gwalior Prof. Girish Pandey Dean, SOAg, ITM University Gwalior Dr. Vandan Kushwah Dean, SOET, ITM University Gwalior KEY DATES Last date of receipt of abstracts 30th December, 2014 Intimation of acceptance of abstracts within five days of receipt of abstract Registration deadline 1st January, 2015 Dates of the Conference February 9-11, 2015 VENUE ITM University Gwalior Campus, Turari, N.H. -75, Jhansi Road, Gwalior (M.P.) INDIA. Organizing Committee Coordinator : Prof. J.L. Bhat Organizing Secretary : Dr. Kuldip Dwivedi Joint Secretary : Dr. Raghvendra Saxena Conference Secretariat : Mrs. Trapti Pathak : Mrs. Varsha Chauhan International Conference School of Life Science ITM University Campus, Bypass, Turari, N.H. 75, Jhansi Road, Gwalior (M.P.) India. Tel No , Fax No tims@itmuniversity.ac.in Website: Disclaimer : ITM University Gwalior has no connection with any other University with the similar name any where else in India. Outstanding Contribution in the Field of Placement Awarded by on 23 August, 2013 itm university gwalior