Introduction and Invitation
It
gives us great pleasure to invite you to participate in Biology
in Asia, an international conference marking the 30th anniversary
of The Singapore Institute of Biology (SIBiol)
in 2004. The conference aims to provide a platform for Singaporean
and international biologists to interact and exchange the latest
ideas and techniques in the business of biology—from the
fields of education, to research to applied biology—especially
with respect to Asia, often touted as an arena of rapid economic
growth and growing global influence. We look forward to welcoming
you.
The Organising Committee
Biology in Asia International Conference 2004
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Conference Goal
To examine the roles of biologists in the 21st century,
especially within the context of Asia.
Conference Themes
Biology in Asia aims to cover a wide range of topics
under three sub-themes:
1. Biodiversity, Ecology and Conservation in Asia
2. Biotechnology in Asia
3. Biology Education in Asia
Presentations
Both oral and poster presentations are welcome. The
official language of the Conference is English.
Click for information on Abstract
submission.
Publications
Abstracts will be compiled into a Conference Book of
Abstracts. No Proceedings will be published.
Speakers
Conference Keynote Speaker
Dr
Jane Goodall
(Jane Goodall Institute for Wildlife Research, Education and Conservation)
Title of talk to be announced. Dr Goodall will be speaking on conservation
of biodiversity, especially the primates.
Plenary Speakers
Biodiversity,
Ecology and Conservation in Asia symposium:
Dr
Stuart Davies (Harvard University, USA)
Dr Lucius Eldridge
(Bishop Museum, Hawaii, USA)
Dr
Patrick Grootaert (Royal Belgian Institute of Natural Sciences,
Belgium)
Prof Roger Kitching (Australian School of Environmental Studies, Griffith
University, Australia)
Dr Peter Ng
(National University of Singapore, Singapore)
Dr Pilai
Poonswad (Mahidol University, Thailand)
Prof Dr L Jan Slikkerveer (Leiden University, the Netherlands)
Biotechnology in Asia symposium:
Dr Charles Arntzen
(Arizona State University, USA)
Dr Michael E. Horn (Prodigene,
Inc.)
Dr Maurice Moloney (Sembiosys
Genetics, Inc.)
Biology Education in Asia symposium:
Mr David Micklos
(DNA Learning Center, Cold Spring Harbour Laboratory, USA)
Mr Hans Morelis (National Institute for Curriculum Development of the
Netherlands)
Prof Leo Tan
(National Institute of Education, Singapore)
Conference Venue
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The island city state of Singapore
is a unique blend of culture, tradition and technology all rolled up
into a 680 sq km package. Boasting one of the best and busiest airports
and shipping ports in the world, Singapore is also a major transport
hub, and a popular destination for business and leisure.
The Conference will be held at the new,
state-of-the-art, campus of the National Institute of Education (NIE),
located at the grounds of the Nanyang Technological University (NTU).
The campus boasts a 16 hectare Teaching Complex, which includes Lecture
Theatres, Tutorial Rooms and Reading Rooms, as well as Specialised Teaching
Facilities; 3 new halls of residence; and 120 units of staff housing.
Please note that Car Park No
2, 3 and 7 are paid parking, by cash-card. Only
Car Park 4 & 5 are free.
Deadlines
15 Oct 2004:
- Abstracts due
- Early Bird Registration ends
7 Dec 2004:
- Final Registration
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