Knowledge for growth - 2024

On Thursday 16 May 2024, researchers working on a research project within the broad spectrum of life sciences, i.e. healthcare, agriculture and food or industrial applications, can present their research to all Knowledge for Growth attendees. Either with a poster or demo at the Academic Showcase lounge or via a pitch presentation to +1000 life sciences professionals from over 400 companies!

The central theme this year is 'Celebrating Life Sciences’. This theme serves as a testament to flanders.bio’s role in fostering growth within the vibrant Belgian life sciences ecosystem for the past 20 years.

However, more than just marking this significant milestone, this celebration extends to recognising the invaluable role that human expert knowledge in biology contributes to advancements in life sciences.

We therefore want to emphasize and celebrate how biology is being used across industries ranging from biopharmaceuticals, to agriculture and food. This by reflecting on how far we have come in unravelling and engineering biology. But also by envisioning the future in light of opportunities it holds to address challenges such as climate change, sustainable food supply, environmental and human health. For that, both potential barriers and promising synergies will be explored.

Stay tuned for program updates. More information about the program can be found here.

What's in it for you?

• Your research showcased on the Knowledge for Growth website.
• The opportunity to orally present your research and/or take part in the Academic Showcase with a poster or demo presentation (subject to conditions).
• A chance to win a financial award from a professional jury.
• If your abstract is selected, your registration fee for the conference will be reimbursed (Note: up to 3 PhD students of UHasselt that submit an abstract)

Call for abstracts. How to participate?

1. Submit your abstract here. (Deadline = 16 March 2024)
2. After the deadline, we'll confirm your participation and indicate if you've been selected to present.
   We'll also confirm if you can register for free (when covered by the doctoral school) or at a reduced rate.
3. Register for your conference access.
4. Create your poster, demo and/or presentation.
5. Clear your agenda on Thursday 16 May 2024 to get the most out of your participation!