Benha National University announced its sponsorship and participation in organizing the Annual Arab-Asian Conference on Biotechnology, scheduled for November 5–6, 2025, at the Bibliotheca Alexandrina—one of the region's foremost scientific and cultural landmarks. The conference is co-hosted by:
- The National Research Centre (Egypt),
- Bibliotheca Alexandrina,
- Amman National University (Jordan),
- the Federation of Agricultural Biotechnology Societies of India,
- The Arab Society for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (Egypt).
Conference Theme & Focus
Held under the slogan:
"Desert Biotechnology and Sustainability of Life in Arid Regions",
it convenes elite scientists, experts, and innovation leaders from Arab and Asian nations, alongside international specialists from Europe, Africa, and North America. Discussions center on biotechnology's critical role in addressing climate change, food security, and public health in arid/semi-arid environments.
Venue: Bibliotheca Alexandrina
Dates: November 5–6, 2025
Scientific Program:
- 8 specialized workshops covering:
- Desert Biotechnology
- Molecular Crop Breeding
- CRISPR Genome Editing
- Bioeconomy
- Computational Biology & AI
- Medical/Health Biotechnology
- Ancient DNA Studies
- Egypt-India Tech Transfer & Startups Forumto foster bilateral innovation.
Leadership Statements
- Gamal El-Saeed (Chairman, University Board of Trustees):
"Benha National University’s partnership in this global event reflects our commitment to becoming a Fourth-Generation university—prioritizing research, innovation, entrepreneurship, and cross-sector collaborations to advance scientific solutions for industrial clusters in El Obour."
- Tamer Samir (University President):
"As a newly established national university, our involvement underscores our vision to engage with the global scientific community and position Benha as a pioneering hub for research, innovation, and international partnerships. This conference exemplifies institutional synergy among prestigious entities like the National Research Centre, Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Amman National University, and specialized biotechnology societies."
- Mahmoud Sakr (Conference Chair & University Advisor for Research and Innovation):
"This conference offers a unique platform to connect global innovators in developing solutions for arid-region challenges."
Registration & Information
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