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Department of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering Kohat University of Science and Technology (KUST), Kohat 26000 Introduction The past few decades have witnessed tremendous progress in the field of biotechnology. These advancements have enabled biotechnologists to develop crops with desirable traits, produce

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April 26-27, 2017 Kohat University of Science & Technology, Kohat, Pakistan preventive vaccines for humans and livestock, design more effective drugs to cure diseases, synthesize industrially attractive products, and solve environmental as well as energy problems. Thus, biotechnology has provided a proper platform for addressing all problems related to health, agriculture, environment, industry and energy. This conference will provide a unique opportunity to bring together researchers/leaders in the field of biotechnology from across the country to share their ideas and showcase their research work to a wider audience consisting mostly of young researchers and students.Major problems faced at the national level pertaining to the field of biotechnology will be highlighted and the ways how to solve these problems will be discussed.

Objectives The main objectives of the conferenceare: 1. To highlight emerging trends in different fields of biotechnology (agriculture, health, environment, industry and energy). 2. To discuss future perspectives in different fields of biotechnology. 3. To acquaint students how biotechnology can improve the quality of life of the people. 4. To encourage students/young scientists (especially those working in the field of biotechnology) to present their research work in front of well-known invited speakers/experienced researchers.

Major Themes  Emerging trends in different fields of biotechnology.  Modern techniques and innovative methodologies used in different fields of biotechnology.

Abstract Submission: Please submit your abstracts (one page) for oral and poster presentations to Dr. Muhammad Jamil ([email protected]) on or before April 17, 2017. All abstracts for oral presentations will be reviewed by a technical committee. Those not selected for oral presentation will be offered the opportunity to present a poster. For oral and poster presentation, abstract submission should be completed on or before April 17, 2017. The full length article may also be submitted along with this Abstract submission form for review process of the supporting journal (Journal of Bimolecular Sciences) (www.directsciences.com). The author must follow the standard submission guidelines of the Journal of Bimolecular Sciences. Registration Fees Registration is mandatory for attending the conference. Only registered participants will be allowed to attend the scientific sessions. Registration can be done by sending a completely filled registration form via e-mail to Dr. Aamir Shehzad ([email protected])on or before the

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April 26-27, 2017 Kohat University of Science & Technology, Kohat, Pakistan registration deadline of April 21, 2017, as the seats are limited. The registration fee can be deposited (in cash) on the first day of the conference, as mentioned against each category below: Students (other universities): 500 Rupees Students (KUST) *: 250 Rupees Faculty members (other universities): 1000 Rupees Faculty members (KUST) *: 500 Rupees * The fee does not cover breakfast/lunch/dinner/accommodation/transportation.

Important Dates Submission of abstracts: April 17, 2017 Abstract acceptance notice: April 20, 2017 Registration deadline (via e-mail) April 21, 2017 Conference: April 26-27, 2017

Patronage Prof. Dr. Shafiq Ur Rehman (Vice Chancellor KUST, Kohat) Organizing Committee Dr. Muhammad Jamil (Chief Organizer) Dr. Noor Muhammad Dr. Qazi Muhammad Raafiq Dr. Nawab Ali Dr. Muhammad Daud Khan Dr. Rehan Naeem Dr. Shamim Saleha Dr. Niamat Khan Dr. Aamir Shehzad Dr. Waheed Ullah Dr. Zia Ur Rehman Dr. Abid Jan Dr. Muhammad Anees

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