Qatar University Life Sciences Symposium (QULSS) 2024
Exploring Biotechnology for a Sustainable Circular Bioeconomy
Organized by
Department of Biological and Environmental Sciences
WHAT IS QULSS ABOUT ?
Welcome to the 17th Edition of the Qatar University Life Sciences Symposium (QULSS), hosted by the esteemed College of Arts and Sciences. This annual event, organized by the Department of Biological and Environmental Sciences, has consistently provided a platform for cutting-edge discussions and invaluable insights into the dynamic field of life sciences.
Over the years, QULSS has emerged as a cornerstone of academic exchange, drawing together a diverse community of scholars, researchers, and stakeholders. Building upon the resounding success of its 16 predecessors, this symposium has become a celebrated fixture in the university calendar, embodying a commitment to excellence and innovation.
Each edition of QULSS features a distinguished lineup of 5 to 7 keynote speakers, hailing from renowned international academic and research institutions. These experts lead thematic sessions spread across two immersive days, offering unparalleled expertise and fostering meaningful discourse.
Attendees, comprising students, faculty members, researchers, and stakeholders primarily from Qatar, converge to explore the latest advancements and emerging trends in life sciences. With each edition, the symposium continues to evolve, attracting between 150 to 200 passionate participants united by a shared dedication to scientific exploration.
For its 17th edition, QULSS extends its reach beyond borders, inviting both international and regional participants to join us in shaping the future of biotechnologies and fostering a sustainable circular bioeconomy. With an anticipated attendance of 200 participants, this edition promises to be a dynamic convergence of knowledge, collaboration, and innovation.
WHAT IS QULSS THEME ?
- Agricultural and Food Biotechnology
- Bioremediation and Bioenergy for a Sustainable Environment
- Marine Biotechnologies and Aquaculture
- Entrepreneurship for Building Sustainable Circular Bioeconomy
- Transfer of Biotechnologies and Start-up Creation
QULSS 2024 SCHEDULE
| DAY 1: Wednesday 13th November 2024 | |||
| 08.00-09.00 | Registration & Reception | ||
| Opening Ceremony | |||
| 09.00-09.30 | Official opening ceremony | ||
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Session 1: Agricultural and Food Biotechnology Moderator(s): |
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| Time | Speaker | Presentation Title | |
| 09:30-10:10 | Keynote Speaker -1 | ||
| 10:10-10:30 | Speaker 1-1 | ||
| 10:30-10:50 | Speaker 1-2 | ||
| 10:50-11:10 | Speaker 1-3 | ||
| 11:10-11:30 | Speaker 1-4 | ||
| 11:30-12:30 | Coffee break and Refreshments | ||
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Session 2: Bioremediation and Bioenergy for a Sustainable Environment Moderator(s): |
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| 12:00-12:40 | Keynote Speaker-2 | ||
| 12:40-13:00 | Speaker 2-1 | ||
| 13:00-13:20 | Speaker 2-2 | ||
| 13:20-13:40 | Speaker 2-3 | ||
| 13:20-14:00 | Speaker 2-4 | ||
| 14:00-15:00 | Lunch | ||
| All day | Poster | ||
| 15:00-18:00 |
Visit to Agricultural Research Station (ARS) and Biofuel Platform (CSD): Limited number |
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| DAY 2: Thursday 14th November 2022 | |||
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Session 3. Marine Biotechnologies and Aquaculture Moderator(s): |
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| 09:00-09:40 | Keynote speaker-3 | ||
| 09.40-10.00 | Speaker 3-1 | ||
| 10:00-10:20 | Speaker 3-2 | ||
| 10:20-10:40 | Speaker 3-3 | ||
| 10:40-11:00 | Speaker 3-4 | ||
| 11.00-11.30 | Coffee break and Refreshments | ||
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Session 4. Entrepreneurship for Building Sustainable Circular Bioeconomy Moderator(s): |
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| 11.30-12.10 | Keynote speaker-4 | ||
| 12.10-12.30 | Speaker 4-1 | ||
| 12.30-12:50 | Speaker 4-2 | ||
| 12:50-13.10 | Speaker 4-3 | ||
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Session 5. Transfer of Biotechnologies and Start-up Creation (Panel discussion, 13.10- 13:45) Moderator(s): |
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| All day: Poster | |||
| 13:45-14:00 Closing, gift given to the keynote speakers & awards for the winners | |||
| 14:00-15:00 | Lunch | ||
Organizing Committee
Abeer Al-Mohannadi
Senior Lab Technician in Qatar University
Ms. Fatima Ali M A Al-Hajri
Administrative Coordinator in Qatar University
Submission guidelines
If you are submitting a poster or abstract, it is compulsory to upload a signed license form, completed by the lead project (supervisor). Failure to do so will result in your submission not being considered and published.
The deadline for submissions is November 1, 2024, at 11:59 pm.
The poster file must be submitted in PDF format, while the abstract file should be in Word format.
There are no specific rules for your posters; you are welcome to use your own template and design.
Abstract Guidelines:
– Email Accuracy: Ensure that the email addresses for both the primary author and co-authors are accurate.
– Font: Use Times New Roman, 12pt, justified, with single spacing for the text.
– Main Title: The title should be in bold, centered, and written in a 14pt font size. Leave two lines after the title.
– Authors: List the authors’ last names followed by their first names and the initial of their middle names (if applicable), without titles.
– Affiliations: Provide the affiliation after each author’s name. The email address of the First Author is mandatory.
– Main Text: The abstract should follow the structure of Introduction/Purpose, Methods, Results, Discussion, and Conclusion. It should be limited to one page, approximately 400 words.
– References: Limit references to no more than five, following a standard referencing style.
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