Launch Event - A Sustainable Future: The role of microbiology in achieving the United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
02 May - London, United Kingdom
Overview
To mark the 75th anniversary of the Microbiology Society in 2020 we are embarking on an ambitious project that will demonstrate the value and raise the profile of microbiology in addressing the world’s biggest challenges, by focusing on how microbiology can help to achieve the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
The launch event will take place at Central Hall, Westminster and include a panel discussion and Q&A session about the opportunities and challenges in achieving the SDGs. The conversation will focus on how the UK and Irish Governments can make better use of microbiology to meet their SDG commitments. It will be followed by a drinks reception providing an opportunity for networking between microbiologists, industry, NGOs, policy-makers and other stakeholders interested in the sustainable development agenda.
Please note that registration is essential for the event.
Follow us on Twitter @MicrobioSoc. Updates on the ‘A Sustainable Future’ project can be found using the hashtag: #MicroGlobalChallenges
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Programme
Time | Description |
14:30–15:00
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Registration and refreshments (George Thomas Room) |
15:00–15:15
|
Opening remarks (Robert Perks Room)
|
15:15–15:20 |
Introductions from moderator
|
15:20–15:40 |
Opening statements by panel members
|
15:40–16:20 |
Panel discussion led by moderator |
16:20–17:00 | Q&A session with audience |
17:00–17:10 | Closing remarks |
17:10–18:00 | Drinks reception (George Thomas Room) |
Registration
This event is free to attend.
There are limited number of places and registration is essential.