Pre-conference Workshop was held on 11.12.2025

• Next Generation Sequencing
  • Hands-on training in Sanger’s Sequencing
  • Decoding Genomes: NGS & Sanger for Clinical & Research Applications- Simulation based
• Mass Spectrometry
  • Hands-on training in Liquid Chromatography – Mass Spectrometry
  • Hands-on training in Inductively Coupled Plasma – Mass Spectrometry
  • Unlocking Mass Spectrometry: Hands-on Data Analysis for Clinical & Research Applications
• Metabolomics
  • Omics: Foundations & Applications of Proteomics & Lipidomics: A Hands-on Workshop in Data Analysis
  • Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy – Demonstration
• Lab Management
  • Method Validation and Verification
  • Good Clinical Laboratory Practice: Elevating Quality & Compliance in Clinical Biochemistry
  • Fast and Fabulous: Capillary Electrophoresis in Action (Case-based discussions)
  • R for Next-Gen Biochemists
  • Learn AI with No-Code Tools: A Hands-on Guide for next Gen Clinical Biochemists
  • Navigating Precision: A Hands-On Workshop on Estimation & Application of Measurement Uncertainty (MU)
  • Skill lab-based case Scenarios
  • Blueprint to bench: designing and establishing a modern clinical laboratory
  • HPLC/Thalassemia: Importance of screening and hands-on Training
  • Integrated QC Workshop
• Medical Education
  • EPAs Demystified: Revolutionizing Biochemistry Education
  • Game-Based Learning in Medical Education

AMBICON 2025, the 32nd Annual conference of the Association of Medical Biochemists of India was the third AMBICON hosted by the Tamil Nadu chapter. AMBICON 2025 marked a landmark gathering of biochemists from across the country, bringing together academia, clinicians, researchers, educators, industry partners, and students under the theme Next Gen Biochemistry. This edition of the annual national conference saw overwhelming participation, with 931 registered delegates and 418 participants across 20 hands-on preconference workshops—reflecting the vibrant scientific and professional community of Medical Biochemistry in India.

The conference was inaugurated by Dr K Narayanasamy, Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor, The Tamil Nadu Dr MGR Medical University.

The ceremony featured several notable releases:

• Conference Souvenir and Encoding AMBI: Memory Lane – Released by the President, AMBI; first copy received by the Chief Guest
• Medical Biochemistry: Key Concepts and Clinical Applications by Dr Kavitha Subramanian – Released by the Chief Guest
• Reasoning in Medical Biochemistry by Dr Dhivya Manickam, Dr Anithasri Anbalagan & Dr Suryapriya Rajendran – Released by the Chief Guest
• AMBI Tamil Nadu Chapter Logo & Official Website – Inaugurated by the Chief Guest

The AMBI fellowship was awarded to Dr M Ramadevi and Dr Biswajit Sah for their exemplary contribution towards AMBI.

AMBICON 2025 presented a rich, multidimensional academic experience:

Plenary Talks

• Integrating Rapid NGS into Clinical Laboratory – Dr VL Ramprasad
• Overview of Volatilomics in Clinical Pathology – Prof Sergio Bernardini, University of Tor Vergata, Rome (IFCC-ETD)
• Biomarkers of Alzheimer’s disease – Dr S Danalakshmi, Senior consultant and Head Clinical biochemistry, Apollo Central Reference Laboratory, Chennai
• Training Tomorrow’s Clinical Biochemists: Lessons from Nine Years of a Structured Instrumentation Workshop – Dr Sumitra G, Professor, PSG IMSR
• Maternal iron deficiency in early pregnancy impacted placental iron homeostasis, with possible compromise of fetal iron status – Dr Molly Jacob, Professor, Christian Medical College, Vellore

Ten parallel scientific tracks were curated to align with the theme Next Generation Biochemistry, covering advances in molecular diagnostics, mass spectrometry, metabolomics, medical education, quality systems, lab management, and emerging technologies.

A first-ever introduction at AMBICON—a series of 5-minute curated video presentations with 2-minute live Q&A, showcasing ideas that inspire, innovate, or challenge current practice.

Scientific Competitions & Engagements

• Award Paper Session featuring six outstanding research papers
• PG Quiz, a highlight event with enthusiastic participation
• Escape Room Activity, designed as an innovative learning experience
• 450+ research presentations across oral and poster categories

The conference was held under the aegis of International Federation of Clinical Chemistry (IFCC) and Asia-Pacific Federation of Clinical Biochemistry (APFCB). The academic program, featuring renowned national and international speakers, including IFCC visiting lecturers, was very much appreciated.

We express our gratitude to the IFCC for their support in making this program a remarkable success and look forward to continued collaboration in future initiatives.