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Second Recent Advances in Biotechnology Conference

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October 4-6, 2021

Precious Cornerstone University, Ibadan, Nigeria

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RAIB 2020 Conference


    Program - Day 1

      

    7.00 – 8.00 am  Registration of participants

    9. 00- 9.30 am Pre-symposium meeting with the international delegates and keynote Speakers by Prof. Sabu Thomas (VC Mahatma Gandhi University India)

    9. 30- 10. 00 am Orchestral/ classical jazz by Dr Bamidele Vincent (Music department OAU) and Taiwo Adegoke (Maestro Silas)

     

    10.00- 10.15 am  Introduction of committee members and facilitators

    10.15- 10.30 am Welcome Remarks by the Head of the Host Institution (VC) Prof JK Oloke

     Welcome address by Bishop Wale Oke

     Welcome remark by Prof Atanda: Dean, College of Science

    10.30 – 10.44 am  Welcome remarks by the organizing committee; Dan Hefft from University center for Reaseheath, Nantwich, Cheshire, UK

    10.40 – 11.00 am  Workshop Objectives and brief presentation on 2ndRecent advances in 

     Biotechnology by Charles Adetunji (PhD)

    Welcome address by the sponsors of this year program and presentation about their mandate and companies.

    Ali Mostashari, Ph.D, Chief Executive Officer for Life Nome

    Florence Chaverneff, Ph.D.

    Co-Founder & Member of the Board, Science for Africa 

    Introduction of Executive direction, dignitaries and keynote speakers

    11.00 – 11.10am Introduction and Presentation of awards to all the keynote speakers

    11.10 – 11.20am Reading of the academic citations of all the invited and keynote speakers

    Launching of the post-harvest Society

    Good will messages from the following special guest 

      

    11.30 – 12.00am Keynote lectures (KL) 1 and 2


    12:00-12:30 am Interactive session on the lecture

    KL1: “Engineering at the Nanoscale: A Strategy for Developing High Performance Functional Bio-Materials" 

    by Prof.(Dr) SABU THOMAS, D.Sc., Ph.D., FRSC, FEurASc

    Vice-Chancellor, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, Kerala, India 

                                        Director, School of Energy Materials                                    

    Founder Director, International and Inter-University 

    Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology 

    Professor, School of Chemical Sciences &

    International and Inter-University 

    Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology 

    ; 

    KL2:  Prof. Su Shiung Lam 

    Deputy Director of the University of Malaysia Terengganu. 

    Chai  

    KL3 Prof Ganiyu Oboh

    Fed Federal University of Technology, Akure.

    Chairs:  Prof Atanda and Dr Mrs Ayoade (The Dean, College of Science, Landmark University Omu Aran) &

    Co-chairman Dr (Mrs) Olisaka Francis and Dr Mrs Alajiki

    1.00 pm  Tea/coffee break

    01:30 - 02:00 pm Reflections (questions and answers) and scientific networking

    02.00 – 02.30 pm  Lunch

    02.30 – 03.00 pm 

    KL 3 Prof. Emmanuel I. Unuabonah 

    Professor and Director at Redeemer’s University


    KL4 Prof. Yerima Mohammed Bello 

    Professor of Applied Environmental Microbiology (Bioremediation) at Federal University Dutse


    KL5 Mohammed Auwal Ibrahim, PhD

    President Nigerian Young Academy and Senior Lecturer at the Ahmadu Bello University

    Chairs:  Prof. Wilson Nwankwo (Director, Professional Training & Development, 

    Edo University Iyamho), Olayinka Samson (PhD), Dr Majolagbe Olusola 


    03.00 – 04.00 pm Practical sessions on different mentoring models


    06.00 pm  Vice Chancellor Cocktail Dinner

    Program - Day 2

      

    09.00 – 09.30 am Recap of Day 1 activities

    09.30 – 10.30 am Symposium: 

    KL3 Prof Farombi: 

    University of Ibadan

    Prof. Ravindra Pratap Singh 

    Professor at the Indira Gandhi National Tribal University (Central University)

    Prof. Jay Singh 

    Assistant Professor at the Banaras Hindu University

    Prof. Nwadiuto Esiobu 

    Professor at the Florida Atlantic University

    Prof. Uchenna Estella Odoh 

    Professor at the University of Nigeria

    Prof. Olubukola Oyawoye 

    Professor at Adeleke University

    Prof Pratima R. Solanki, PhD 

    Assistant Professor at JNU

    10.30 – 11.30 am Second presentation by the keynote speaker

    Chairs:  Prof. Wilson Nwankwo (Ag. Dean, Faculty of Science,  Edo State University Uzairue), and Dr Oni (Department of Physics, PCU, Ibadan)

    Co chairman Dr Esther Nwanna (Federal University of Technology Akure)/Dr Mrs Olotu (Redeemers University)

    11.30 – 12.00 am  Reflections (questions and answers)

    12.00 – 12.30 pm  Tea break

    12.30 – 01.30 pm KL 4 Prof. Wilson Nwanko 

    Professor at the Edo State University Uzairue

    Olayinka Samson Akinola 

    Associate Professor at the Edo State University Uzairue 

    Olugbemi Tope Olaniyan 

    Senior Lecturer at the Edo State University Uzairue

    Kingsley Nnanna Ukwaya (MBBS,MPH,FWACP) 

    Physician at Alex Ekwueme Federal University Teaching Hospital Abakaliki

    01.30 – 02.30 pm  Oral presentation by the delegates at different section

    Chairs: Prof Olayinka Samson Akinola; Dr Kola Oladipo Co-Chairman Dr Mrs Adegbite; Dr Mrs Adenigba(Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomosho, Oyo State) 

    02.30 – 03.00 pm  Lunch

    03.00 – 03.30 pm KL5  Prof. Olusegun Atanda 

     Professor at the Precious Cornerstone University 

    03.00 – 05.00 pm  Oral presentation by the delegates at different section

    05.00 pm   Dinner

    Day 3 - Workshop

      

    09.00 – 09.30 am Recap of Day 2 activities

    09.30 – 10.30 am 

    WORKSHOPS

    06 October, 2021

    Chairman, Dr Frank Ogunkunle (Baze University, Abuja)

    Scientific Writing and Publishing Workshop

    Lead: CHARLES OLUWASEUN ADETUNJI & DANIEL HEFFT

    Basics of preparing research data, referencing and the publication process.

    Molecular Workshop

    Lead: DR OLUSOLA O. ELEKOFEHINTI & CHARLES OLUWASEUN ADETUNJI

    Bioinformatics primer design and hands-on training on primer design, Introduction to RNA extraction, Hands-on demonstration of RNA extraction

    Practical Session I – RNA Extraction

    Reverse Transcription-PCR, Introduction to DNA extraction, Hands-on demonstration of DNA extraction

    Practical Session II – DNA Extraction

    DNA Amplification (PCR), Introduction to Post-PCR Techniques, Hands-on demonstration on Gel Elec-trophoresis

    Practical Session III – Gel Electrophoresis

    Intellectual Property and Innovation Workshop

    Lead: PROF SHUBHA DWIVEDI (Department of Biotechnology, IIMT University, Meerut UP, India)

    IP, licensing, trademarking, copyright.

    11.30 – 12.00 am  Reflections (questions and answers)

    Chairs:  Dr Kola Oladipo

    12.00 – 12.30 pm Tea break

    12.30 – 01.30 pm Oral presentation by the delegates at different section

    02.30 – 03.00 pm Lunch

    03.00 – 04.00 pm Young scientist award completion

    04.00 – 05.00 pm  Announcement of RAB 2021 and Presentation of awards

    05.00 pm INDUSTRY WORKSHOP ON START-UP and INDUSTRY-YOUNG RESEARSHERS INTERRACTIVE SESSION

    Moderator:

    Panellists:

    Conference Subthemes

      Bioinformatics and Molecular Biotechnology

    and Structural Biology

    Socioeconomic, Science Policy, Marketing

    and Commercialisation

    Law Governing the Act of Patenting; Filing of Patents

    Industrial and Chemical Biotechnology

    Nanotechnology, Metabolomics Engineering

    and Material Science

    Environmental Biotechnology

    Medical Biotechnology

    Plant Biotechnology

    Microbial Biotechnology

    Agricultural and Food Biotechnology

    Bioeconomy and Circular Economy

    Conference & Workshop - Participation & Fees

      

    The theme for the second series of the workshop/symposium is “ Biotechnology- Driving the SDGs in the next Decade” . The call for abstract for all participants will cover the listed sub themes. All abstract (not more than 300 words) must be written in English and submitted electronically to adetunji.charles@edouniversity.edu.ng and raibbiotechnology@gmail.com

    It is envisaged that this conference would not only provide a unique platform to the participants from industries and academic institutions to share their thoughts and views to pave the way for develop possible linkages among them, but also serves the purpose of global networking among them and help in creating a research nucleus interface. It will be a blended event with people having the choice to opt either for online dial in or being welcome to meet up in Ibadan.

    Further detailed information could be obtained from https://bectiknigeria.wixsite.com/raib2021

    Important dates:

    Abstract Submission Deadline: 03/08/21 - 20/09/2021

    Notification of Acceptance of Abstract: 20th September, 2021

    Full paper Submission: 25th September, 2021

    Early Registration Deadline: 25th September, 2021

    Arrival Date: October 3rd 2021

    Pre-workshop activities: February: 4th October2021

    Symposium 4th October2021

    Workshop February: 6th October 2021

      

    To register, fill in the form by visiting

    https://bectiknigeria.wixsite.com/raib2021/register

    Alternatively, you can pay your fees directly to

    Account holder: Precious Cornerstone University Address: Campus One, Garden of Victory, Olaogun Bus Stop, Old Ife Rd, Ibadan. Bank Name: United Bank for Africa (UBA) Bank Address: Idi Ape Junction, Iwo Rd, Ibadan. Oyo State. Bank SWIFT Code: UNAFNGLA181 IBAN Number: 033 Account Number: 1021377115

    ACCOMMODATION

    The Precious Cornerstone University is conveniently located closely to a number of hotels which we recommend for your stay

    Palms 77 Hotel

    Officers Mess Road, Agodi 200285, Ibadan, 0818 842 2222

    Hail Henrietta Hotel (Triple H)

    Plot E Block XXI, Olubadan Housing Estate, New, Old Ife Rd, Ibadan, 0706 288 3198

    Multifield Hotels & Suites

    12, Kengbe Close, Isebo Junction, Iyana Church Road, Alakia

    Owu Crown Hotel Ibadan

    Oyediji Bus stop, Iwo Road, Ibadan, 0817 217 5771

    Dino International

    200113, Ibadan

    Treasure Guest House

    5, Zone A, Oloogun Street, Oluwo, Ibadan, 0802 557 3102

    Koltol Paradise Inn

    Opp BCOS Oluwokekere Street, Basorun Rd, Ibadan, 0815 553 9999

    Klassic Hotel & Restaurant

    Abayomi, Iwo Rd, Agodi, Ibadan

    Horizon Suites

    200113, Ibadan, 0902 447 7210

    Distinguished Honorary Guests

      Engr. Prof Emmanuel O. Aluyor

    Vice Chancellor Edo State University Uzairue

    Engr. Prof Adeniyi Olayanju

    Vice Chancellor Landmark University, Omu Aran, Kwara State

    Prof Humphrey Adebayo

    Vice Chancellor Covenant University, Ota, Ogun State

    Special Guests of Honour

       Alhaji Adegboyega Oyetola

    The Governor Osun state

    Alhaji Lawal Ismail Ayansiju,

    The Commissioner for Establishment and Training

    Oyo State, Nigeria

    Alhaja Atere Aminat Bamidele

    Permanent Secretary

    Ministry of Education, Science and Technology

    Oyo State, Nigeria

      

    Presentation of awards and citation for meritorious award


    Prof. Sabu Thomas

    Vice Chancellor of the Mahatma Gandhi University

    Prof. Olatunde Farombi

    Professor at the University of Ibadan

    Prof. Su Shiung Lam

    Deputy Director of the University of Malaysia Terengganu

    Prof. Emmanuel I. Unuabonah

    Professor and Director at Redeemer’s University

    Prof. Yerima Mohammed Bello

    Professor of Applied Environmental Microbiology (Bioremediation) at Federal Univer-sity Dutse

    Prof. Ravindra Pratap Singh

    Professor at the Indira Gandhi National Tribal University (Central University)

    Prof. Ganiyu Oboh

    Professor of Biochemistry at the Federal University of Technology Akure

    Prof. Jay Singh

    Assistant Professor at the Banaras Hindu University

    Prof. Nwadiuto Esiobu

    Professor at the Florida Atlantic University

    Prof. Olusegun Atanda

    Professor at the Precious Cornerstone University

    Prof. Uchenna Estella Odoh

    Professor at the University of Nigeria

    Prof. Olubukola Oyawoye

    Professor at Adeleke University

    Mohammed Auwal Ibrahim

    Senior Lecturer at the Ahmadu Bello University

    Olugbemi Tope Olaniyan

    Senior Lecturer at the Edo State University Uzairue

    Prof. Wilson Nwanko

    Professor at the Edo State University Uzairue

    Olayinka Samson Akinola

    Associate Professor at the Edo State University Uzairue

    Kingsley Nnanna Ukwaya (MBBS,MPH,FWACP)

    Physician at Alex Ekwueme Federal University Teaching Hospital Abakaliki

    Pratima R. Solanki, PhD

    Assistant Professor at JNU 

    Organizing Committee

      Prof JK Oloke (Host)

    Charles Oluwaseun Adetunji (Convener/Chairman of the conference)

    Dr Kola Oladipo (Co-Convener)

    Daniel Hefft (Chairman international planning committee)

    Dr Oni (Secretary of the conference)

     Olusola Olaleye (Chairman Technical committee) 

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