KAUST Research Conference

Advances in Metagenomics & its Applications

May 23 - 25, 2022 Building 19, Level 3

Conference

I would like to present at the conference. How do I do that?
Presenting at the conference is by invitation only, except for a limited number of Ph.D. students whose poster session applications are accepted.
KAUST Research Conference: Advances in Metagenomics and its Applications will take place in King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), Building 19, Level 3, Hall 1

Poster Competition

How do I apply for the In-Kingdom Travel Grant?
Deadline for submissions is May 12, 2022 until 12:00pm. This is open to In-Kingdom PhD students with research relevant to the conference title (Advances in Metagenomics and its Applications). To submit your poster online, please register by clicking the link here. (Registration is closed)
- Poster should be sent in PDF format, portrait layout and A0 size (841mm x 1189mm or 33.11" x 46.81").
- Authors are expected to be by their posters during the poster session to answer questions from judges and attendees.
Deadline for internal submissions is on May 12, 2022 until 12:00pm. This is open to all KAUST students with research relevant to the conference title (Advances in Metagenomics and its Applications). To submit your poster online, Please register by clicking on the link here. (Registration is closed)

General

What are the recreation options available at KAUST?
Many recreation options are available at KAUST. To find out more, visit the official KAUST website.
Smart casual attire is required at the conference. Women do not have to wear an abaya but should be dressed in conservative clothing (neck, arms and legs covered with loosely fitted clothing).
Yes, KAUST Library is open 24 hours and offers workstations and a quiet space for work and study. Wi-Fi is also accessible everywhere on the KAUST campus.

Registration

How can I register for the conference?

You can register through the following channels: (Registration is closed)

  1. Filling in the form on our website. To register please click here or
  2. by sending an email to cbrc.info@kaust.edu.sa or
  3. In person, before the session starts.

Due to Saudi visa requirements, we can accept out-of-Kingdom attendees only in highly exceptional cases. In-Kingdom attendees are highly encouraged to register. However, they will have to cover their own costs and travel arrangements.