First International Conference on Recent Advances in Green Biotechnology and Climate Resilience

Theme of the Conference (Day 1)

Green Biotechnology and Sustainable Development Goals.

Theme of the Conference (Day 2)

Climate resilience and Sustainable Development Goals.

Tentative Dates

September 03-04, 2025.

Closing date for Abstract Submission and registration: August 15, 2025

Venue

Central Library, Shaheed Benazir Bhutto University, Sheringal, Dir Upper.

Introduction

Green biotechnology, a rapidly advancing branch of biotechnology, plays a pivotal role in addressing the global challenges posed by climate change. As rising temperatures, erratic rainfall, and increasing soil salinity threaten global agriculture and ecosystems, the integration of biotechnology into environmental and agricultural practices offers promising solutions for enhancing climate resilience. The theme of “Green Biotechnology and Climate Resilience” invites interdisciplinary collaboration among molecular biologists, agronomists, ecologists, and policymakers. The national conference on “Recent Advances in Green Biotechnology and Climate Resilience” will be held in the most tourist spot of the country, i.e., Shaheed Benazir Bhutto University Sheringal, Dir Upper, where glimpsing resorts, viz., "Kumrat,” and “Jahaz Banda” are at a distance of a few kilometers from Sheringal. The conference will comprise of keynote addresses, oral presentations, and poster presentations. The Young Researchers Forum and Exhibitions will provide a dedicated platform for researchers, young inspired scientists, and academicians to share the knowledge that’s still yet to be revealed in the fields of biotechnology and environmental sciences at this 2-day event scheduled for September 03-04, 2025. The event will bring together a unique mix of experts, researchers, graduate and undergraduate students, as well as decision-makers both from academia and industry across the country to exchange their knowledge, expertise, and research innovations to build a world-class Biotechnology and Environmental Science conference.

Submission of abstracts

Interested participants are requested to submit abstracts to Dr. Allah Ditta, Associate Professor, at allah.ditta@sbbu.edu.pk before August 15, 2025.
The selected Papers shall be sent to the selected journals for publication in special issues. The arrangement regarding special issues in different journals is in process.

Keynote/Invited speakers

Dr. Iqbal Munir, Director, IBGE, The University of Agriculture, Peshawar.

Dr. Ayaz Ahmad, Professor, Biotechnology, Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan.

Dr. Hanif ur Rahman, Associate Professor Biotechnology, University of Turbat, Pakistan.

Dr. Raham Sher Khan, Professor Biotechnology, AWKUM, Mardan, Pakistan.

Dr. Muhammad Zia, Department of Biotechnology, Quaid-i-Azam University, Pakistan

Dr. Azeem Khalid, Department of Environmental Sciences, PMAS, Arid Agriculture University, Murree Road, Rawalpindi, Pakistan

Dr. Muhammad Arshad, Chairman, Professor Institute of Environmental Science and Engineering (IESE), National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST), Islamabad

Dr. Sohail Yousaf, Department of Environmental Sciences, Quid e Azam University, Islamabad

Dr. Muhammad Imtiaz, Senior Scientific Officer, National Institute for Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering (NIBGE), Faisalabad

Dr. Muhammad Bilal, Department of Environmental Sciences, COMSATS University Islamabad, Abbottabad Campus, Abbottabad, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan

International Speakers

Urszula Guzik, Professor, Microbial Biochemistry and Genetics Research Group, Institute of Biology, Biotechnology and Environmental Protection, Faculty of Natural Science, University of Silesia in Katowice, Jagiellonska 28, 40-032 Katowice, Poland

Dr. Qaisar Mahmood, Professor, Department of Biology, University of Bahrain, Bahrain

Engr. Leila Mercado Borbon-Laya, Senior Manager, Prime Integrated Waste Solutions Inc., Former Vice President for Technology, Watermatic Philippines Corporation

Dr. Heng Yin, Professor, Chinese Academy of Science, China

Mohd Fadzelly Abu Bakar, Faculty of Applied Sciences and Technology, UTHM- Pagoh Campus, Hab Pendidikan Tinggi Pagoh, KM 1, Jalan Panchor, 84600 Panchor, Johor, Malaysia

Dr. Yuan Yuan, School of Modern Industry for Selenium Science and Engineering, Wuhan Polytechnic University, China

Dr. Sajid Mehmood, Associate Professor, Key Laboratory of Agro-Forestry Environmental Processes and Ecological Regulation of Hainan Province, Hainan University, Haikou,570228, China

Organising Committee

Dr. Muhammad Shahab, Vice Chancellor (Patron in Chief)

Dr. Abdul Khaliq Jan, Pro Vice Chancellor (Co-Patron)

Mr. Mahmood Khan, Registrar

Dr. Asif Nawaz, Chief Organizer

Dr. Allah Ditta, Organizer

Dr. Shahzad Khan, Organizer

Sub Committees

1.General Chair/Coordination Committee

Dr. Abdul Khaliq Jan, Pro Vice Chancellor

Mr. Mahmood Khan, Registrar

Dr. Muhammad Riaz, Director of Teaching and Admission

Dr. Alam Zeb, Director, QEC

Dr. Muhammad Asif Nawaz, Associate Professor/Chairperson, Department of Biotechnology

Dr. Allah Ditta, Associate Professor/Chairperson, Department of Environmental Sciences

Dr. Midrar Ullah, Assistant Professor, Department of Biotechnology

2. Inaugural and Technical sessions

Inaugural Session

• Mr. Mahmood Khan, Registrar
• Dr. Amin Ullah jan, Biotechnology
• Dr. Abdullah Shah, Biotechnology
• Dr. Rahim Ullah, Biotechnology

Technical sessions(Biotechnology and SDGs)

• Dr. Midrar Ullah (Convener)
• Dr. Sikanadar Khan, Biotechnology
• Dr. Jaweria Gul, Biotechnology
• Dr. Amin Ullah Jan, Biotechnology
• Dr. Abdullah Shah, Biotechnology
• Dr. Rahim Ullah, Biotechnology

Technical Session (Environmental Science and SDGs)

• Dr. Juma Muhammad, Environmental Sciences (Convener)
• Dr. Tamana Bakht, Environmental Sciences
• Dr. Fazle Aziz, Environmental Sciences
• Mrs. Riffat Aziz, Environmental Sciences

3. Publications Committee

• Dr. Muhammad Asif Nawaz, Biotechnology (Convener)
• Dr. Allah Ditta, Environmental Sciences

4. Publicity and Public Relations Committee

• Mr. Ruhail Islam, PRO (Convener)
• Dr. Aftab Ahmad, Islamiyat

5. Registration/Abstract Submission Committee:

• Dr. Muhammad Naveed, Chemistry (Convener)
• Dr. Muhammad Tariq, Chemistry
• Dr. Kamran Khan, Zoology
• Mr. Fazal Wahab, Office of Network Admin

6. Logistic support committee:

Hafiz Muhammad Tariq, Director Works

Mr. Murad Khan, Transport Officer

Mr. Muhammad Nawaz Khan, Sociology

Mr. Muhammad Nisar (Administration)

7. Exhibition Committee

Dr. Wajid Raza, HOD, Department of Management Science (Convener)

Mr. Kaleem Ullah, Management Science

Mr. Muhammad Nawaz Khan, Pakistan Study

Dr. Fazal Halim, Management Sciences

8. Accommodation/Travel Committee

Dr. Amin Ullah, HOD, Assistant Professor, Islamiat (Convener)

Dr. Mian Shah bacha, Provost

Ms. Shazia Khushdil, Forestry

Mr. Nageen, Vice Chancellor's Office, In Charge, Guest Houses

Mr. Murad Khan, Transport Officer

Mr. Ihtisham Islam, Wardon Boys Hostal

9. Food Committee

Dr. Wajid Raza, Management Sciences

Dr. Abdul Haq, Islamiat

Mr. Ziaul Islam, Zoology

Mr. Rashid, Account Assistant

Mr. Khuram Murad, Office Assistant

10. Reception Committee

Dr. Tamana Bakhat, Environmental Science

Mr. Zul Kamal, Pharmacy (Convener)

Mr. Abdur Rab, Forestry

11. Finance Committee

Mr. Latif Khan, Account Assistant (Convener)

Dr. Allah Ditta, Department of Environmental Science

Dr. Wajid Raza, Department of Management Sciences

Contact information

Office of the Vice Chancellor: 0944885527

Chief-organizer: Dr. Muhammad Asif Nawaz Office; 0944885424, Email: asif_biotech33@sbbu.edu.pk Mobile/WhatsApp: +92 344 9236028

Co-organizer/Dr. Allah Ditta Mobile: 03338981229, 03018981229, WhatsApp; 03338981229

Abstract submission Email: allah.ditta@sbbu.edu.pk

Online registration is available at the University Conference link:online registration