Conference Overview & Host Institution
TIST-2026: A Decennial Celebration
The Deanery of Sciences at Salesian College (Autonomous), Siliguri Campus (SCSC) is proudly presenting the "10th Edition of TIST" on "Interdisciplinary Frontiers in Science and Technology: Modelling, Innovation, and Sustainability." This premier National-Level Conference marks a significant Decennial Celebration (since 2017) and is organized in collaboration with the "Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC)."
Conference Aims:
- Provide a national multidisciplinary platform for students, research scholars, scientists, and technologists to share research and foster collaboration.
- Engage students through National Science Day events, poster sessions, and research exposure.
- Encourage regional scientific collaboration across North Bengal and the Eastern Himalayas.
- Enhance laboratory-based research capacity and promote shared experimental resources.
- Advance NEP-2020 research goals by fostering early research culture, creativity, and critical thinking among UG/PG students.
About Salesian College
Established in "1933", Salesian College (SC) is a distinguished Catholic institution. It holds an "A" Grade in NAAC re-accreditation" (2012, 2019) and was granted "Autonomous College status by the UGC in May 2023", making it the first in North Bengal to receive this distinction.
The "Deanery of Sciences" includes: Computer Science (est. 2016), Mathematics (2013), Physics (2016), and Economics (2019).
Call for Papers and Posters
Submission Invitation
Faculty, researchers, and postgraduate scholars are invited to submit original, unpublished research "Papers".
UG and PG students are encouraged to submit "Posters" to showcase their projects on the occasion of the Decennial Celebration and National Science Day.
Core Areas of Submission (Not Limited To):
- Physics
Quantum Materials, Photonics and Plasmonics, Physics of Sustainable Energy Systems, High-Energy Physics & Astrophysics, Condensed Matter Physics, Nuclear Physics, Computational and Applied Physics, Materials Science and Nanotechnology. Mathematics Real and Complex Analysis, Commutative Rings, Fixed Point Theory, Number Theory, Mathematical Modelling, Numerical Methods, Topology, Geometry, Nonlinear Dynamics, Fluid Dynamics, Measure Theory, Functional Analysis, Graph Theory, Graph Theory from Rings and Modules, Cryptography, Data-Analysis, Probability, Stochastic Processes, Fuzzy Sets, Mathematical Foundations of Quantum Computing and Information Theory. Computer Science and Technology AI for Science & Engineering, Big Data Analytics, Cyber-Physical Systems, IoT & Smart Infrastructure, Quantum Computing & Quantum Algorithms, Cybersecurity, Blockchain, and Trustworthy AI in Scientific Workflows, Harnessing the Power of Computing for a Smarter World Economics Mathematical Modelling, Network Economics, Computational Economics, Data Science in Economics, Economics of Emerging Technologies and Innovation, Environmental Economics with a Quantitative/Scientific Lens, Science for Climate Resilience, Sustainable Development, Improved Livelihoods, Sustainable Tourism, Technology-Driven Trade, Labour and Migration Dynamics, Gender Equity, Innovations in Agriculture for Food Security.
- Mathematics
Real and Complex Analysis, Commutative Rings, Fixed Point Theory, Number Theory, Mathematical Modelling, Numerical Methods, Topology, Geometry, Nonlinear Dynamics, Fluid Dynamics, Measure Theory, Functional Analysis, Graph Theory, Graph Theory from Rings and Modules, Cryptography, Data-Analysis, Probability, Stochastic Processes, Fuzzy Sets, Mathematical Foundations of Quantum Computing and Information Theory.
- Computer Science and Technology
AI for Science & Engineering, Big Data Analytics, Cyber-Physical Systems, IoT & Smart Infrastructure, Quantum Computing & Quantum Algorithms, Cybersecurity, Blockchain, and Trustworthy AI in Scientific Workflows, Harnessing the Power of Computing for a Smarter World
- Economics
Mathematical Modelling, Network Economics, Computational Economics, Data Science in Economics, Economics of Emerging Technologies and Innovation, Environmental Economics with a Quantitative/Scientific Lens, Science for Climate Resilience, Sustainable Development, Improved Livelihoods, Sustainable Tourism, Technology-Driven Trade, Labour and Migration Dynamics, Gender Equity, Innovations in Agriculture for Food Security.
Submission Guidelines:
- "Abstracts (Papers/Posters):" Max "500 words", 1.5 line spacing, justified alignment.
- "Full Papers:" Max "3000 words", inclusive of footnotes and references.
- "Poster Dimensions:" Standard "AO Portrait Size", 841 mm × 1189 mm (width x height).
- "Poster Content:" Must include Title, Introduction/Objective, Methodology, Results/Findings, Discussion, and Conclusion.
- "Publication:" Selected papers will be published as TIST-2026 conference proceedings.
Important Dates & Registration Fees
Key Deadlines
| EVENT | DATE |
|---|---|
| Last date for Abstract submission (Papers/Posters) | 10 February 2026 |
| Acceptance Notification | 16 February 2026 |
| Full paper submission | 31 March 2026 |
| Registration closure | 21 February 2026 |
Registration Fees
| CATEGORY | FEE (INR) |
|---|---|
| Oral Presentation (Faculty/Research Scholar) | 1500 |
| Poster Presentation | 600 |
| Publication Charges | To be announced |
| Attendee (UG & PG) | 500 |
Invited Speakers
Keynote Speaker
Padma Shri Dr. Eklabya Sharma
Strategic Advisor & Director, ATREE, Bangalore.
A distinguished mountain ecologist and recipient of the Padma Shri in Science & Engineering (2024). His presence commemorates the Decennial Celebration.
Plenary Speakers
- Dr. Jobin Jose: Assoc. Prof., Dept. of Physics, IIT Patna.
- Prof. B. C. Paul: Professor, Dept. of Physics, University of North Bengal.
- Prof. Gautam Kalita: Professor, Dept. of Mathematics, Bhattadev University, Assam.
- Dr. Bibaswan Dey: Asst. Prof., Dept. of Mathematics, University of North Bengal.
- Prof. Vimal Khawas: Professor, Special Centre for the Study of NE India, JNU, New Delhi.
- Prof. Anjan Chakrabarti, Dept. of Economics, University of North Bengal
- Prof. Vishal Jain: Professor, Dept. of Computer Science and Engineering, Vivekananda Institute of Professional Studies.
- Dr. Ardhendu Mandal: Assoc. Prof., Dept. of Computer Science and Technology, University of North Bengal.
Organizing Committee & Contact
Key Organizers
| Chief Patron | Rev. Fr. Dr. Babu Joseph, Principal |
| Patron | Rev. Fr. Dr. Tomy Augustine, Rector |
| Co-Patron | Rev. Fr. C. M. Paul, Vice Principal, Sciences |
| Convenor | Dr. Prajwal Chettri, Dean, Faculty of Sciences |
| Co-convenors |
Dr. Barsha Pradhan, Asst. Prof., Dept. of Mathematics Dr. Jeba Prabha, Assoc. Prof., Dept. of CSA Mr. Bickey Sharma, Asst. Prof., Dept. of Economics Dr. Digvijay Kharga, Asst. Prof., Dept. of Physics |
| Conference Advisory Committee (Internal) |
Mr. Debdut Sengupta, Asst. Prof., Dept. of Mathematics Mr. Bikramjit Chandra, Asst. Prof., Dept. of Physics Mr.Yogendra M Pradhan, Asst Prof., Dept of Economics Mr. Tanay Bhadra, Asst. Prof., Dept. of CSA |
| Treasurer |
Mr. Bikramjit Chandra, Asst. Prof., Dept. of Physics Ms. Snigdha Roy.,Asst Prof., Dept of Mathematics |
| Publicity and Outreach | Mr. Debdut Sengupta, Asst. Prof., Dept. of Mathematics |
| Scientific Committee |
Mr. Dhirudatta Subba, Asst. Prof., Dept. of CSA Dr. Smita Rai, Asst. Prof., Dept. of Physics Ms. Monika, Asst Prof.,Dept of Economics |
| Editorial and Publication |
Mr. Mayukh Mazumdar, Asst. Prof., Dept. of Physics Mr. Palzor Dulqpa, Asst. Prof., Dept. of Physicsbr Mr. Subhajit Bose., Asst Prof., Dept of CSA |
| Brochure and Publication | Mr. Amit Lepcha, Graphics Designer |
| Programme and Logistics |
Ms. Ashiya Thapa, Asst. Prof., Dept. of Economics Mr. Manoj Mahanta., Asst Prof., Dept of CSA Ms. Phudem Bhutia, Asst. Prof., Dept. of CSA |