Meeting Announcement | The 2024 International Conference on Bacteria and Global Health will be held in Shenzhen from January 17th to 21st, 2024 (Second Round Notification).
DATE:2023-12-07
“Bacteria and Global Health” International Conference will be held in Shenzhen from January 17th to 21st, 2024. The conference will center around the theme of “Bacterial Research Promoting Global Health” and will include sessions such as protein secretion systems, pathogenicity and evolution of marine vibrios, clinical and public health challenges of multidrug-resistance pathogens, synthetic biology, and One Health. The conference has a great line-up of distinguished speakers.
Bacteria, although tiny, can have a significant impact on global health. Take marine vibrios for an example: they are among the most widely distributed bacteria in the ocean and play a crucial role in marine ecology, human health, and the aquaculture industry. Studies on vibrios have led to several ground-breaking basic science discoveries, such as quorum sensing and protein secretion systems. Among them, the type VI protein secretion system (T6SS) was discovered in Vibrio cholerae by the team led by Professor John Mekalanos at Harvard Medical School in 2006. These molecular machines within bacteria can serve as important functional modules for synthetic biology, offering the potential to transform pathogenic bacteria into beneficial ones and providing valuable tools for the development of innovative therapies against multidrug- resistant clinical pathogens.
This conference will bring together experts in the field of microbiology and public health from all over the world. The conference aims to facilitate the exchange of scientific ideas and discoveries, build collaborative research opportunities, and contribute to addressing global health issues pertinent to microbial research. This conference also seeks to promote interactions of scholars in the diverse fields of life sciences, medical sciences, and public health. We look forward to meeting you in Shenzhen.
The conference will be featured with four sessions:
1. Vibrio Pathogenicity and Evolution
2. Clinical Challenges and Strategies for Treating Drug Resistance
3. Protein Secretion Systems and Molecular Machines
4. One Health and Emerging Technologies in Synthetic Biology
Organization
Host Organization
School of Life Sciences, Southern University of Science and Technology (SUSTech)
Co-organizers
The Third People’s Hospital of Shenzhen (Second Affiliated Hospital of SUSTech)
National Clinical Research Center for Infectious Diseases
School of Medicine, SUSTech
School of Public Health and Emergency Management, SUSTech
College of Engineering, SUSTech
Shenzhen Center for Disease Control and Prevention
South China Sea Institute of Oceanology, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS)
mLife Journal
Shenzhen Biological Medicinepromotion Association
Scientific Committee
Honorary Chair: Mingjie Zhang, Songling Wang
Members: Hongzhou Lu, Qinghua Hu, Tao Dong, Maofu Liao, Liang Yang, Xiaohui Zhou, Haihua Liang, Xiaoxue Wang, Beile Gao, Yingxia Liu, Xiaolu Shi, Aixin Yan
Organizing Committee
General Chair: Tao Dong, Liang Yang
Members: Guoliang Zhang, Xiaolu Shi, Xiaohui Zhou, Yanyan Li, Xiaoxue Wang, Jiuxin Qu, Haihua Liang, Yi Song, Ling Wang, Beile Gao, Yu Xia, Wen Zhou, Ning Jia, Li Zhang, Yan Zhao, Yang Fu, Ying An
Program
January 17th | Check-in | |
January 18th | Workshop | 1. Discussion on Microbiology Education |
2. Advancing Together with the Community: International Collaboration and Funding Application | ||
3. Publishing High-Quality Papers at Early Career Stage: A Session with Editors | ||
Opening Ceremony | ||
Keynote | ||
Welcome Reception | ||
January 19th | Sessions I and II | |
January 20th | Sessions III and IV | |
January 21st | Departure |
Location: Conference Hall, 2/F, Convention Center, SUSTech
Confirmed Speakers
Dr. John Mekalanos, Harvard Medical School, NAS member
Dr. Matthew Waldor, Harvard Medical School, HHMI member
Dr. Jay (Jun) Zhu, University of Pennsylvania
Dr. Stefan Pukatzki, City College of New York
Dr. Masato Suzuki, National Institute of Infectious Diseases (Japan)
Dr. Sang Sun Yoon, Yonsei University (Korea)
Dr. Aixin Yan, University of Hong Kong
Dr. Xin Deng, City University of Hong Kong
Dr. Ruibing Wang, University of Macau
Dr. Biao Kan, Chiese Center for Disease Control and Prevention
Dr. Beile Gao, Chinese Academy of Sciences
Dr. Qinghua Hu, Shenzhen Center for Disease Control and Prevention
Dr. Maofu Liao, Southern University of Science and Technology
Dr. Cheng-Cai Zhang, Chinese Academy of Sciences
Dr. Songying Ouyang, Fujian Normal University
Dr. Xiaoxue Wang, Chinese Academy of Sciences
Dr. Yingfei Ma, Shenzhen Institute of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences
Dr. Guoliang Qian, Nanjing Agricultural University
Dr. Yinyue Deng, Sun Yat-sen University
Dr. Hongzhou Lu, The Third People’s Hospital of Shenzhen (Second Affiliated Hospital of SUSTech)
Dr. Yingxia Liu, The Third People’s Hospital of Shenzhen (Second Affiliated Hospital of SUSTech)
Dr. Guoliang Zhang, The Third People’s Hospital of Shenzhen (Second Affiliated Hospital of SUSTech)
Dr. Daniel Falush, Institute Pasteur Shanghai, Chinese Academy of Sciences
Abstract and Poster Submission
Both oral presentations and poster sessions are expected to be prepared in English and focused on unpublished data. When submitting a poster, please also submit a separate abstract. Oral presentations will be selected from the submitted applications. Additionally, there will be poster session. During the closing ceremony, awards will be presented for the best conference posters and authors. We sincerely welcome your submissions.
Abstract Submission Guideline
The abstract should be in English and not exceed 300 words. Please submit the abstract in Word format, including the title, authors, affiliations, addresses, email, and the main text.
· Title: Arial, 12 pt, uppercase.
· Author information: Times New Roman, 10 pt (If multiple authors, please underline the presenting author).
· Main text: Times New Roman, 12 pt.
· Save the file with the name "Abstract + Your Name + Affiliation".
Please visit the official website to submit the abstract: https://www.bacteria-2024.sustech.edu.cn/
Poster Submission Guideline
Poster should be in English and be relevant to the conference theme, including title, authors, affiliations, city, postal code, email, abstract, research goals, methods, results, and conclusions.
· Poster format: 120cm (height) * 90cm (width), Times New Roman. Line graphs and photos should be clear and attractive.
· Save the file with the name "Poster + Your Name + Affiliation".
In principle, the organizing committee will print the posters. Authors may also choose to print their own posters and bring to the venue, but the self-printed version should be consistent with the poster submitted to the organizing committee before the deadline.
Poster submission deadline: December 27, 2023
Please visit the official website to submit the poster: https://www.bacteria-2024.sustech.edu.cn/
Contact person: Ms Ying An
Tel: +86 0755-88018724
Email: any@sustech.edu.cn
Conference Registration and Payment
Please visit the official website to register and make payment: https://www.bacteria-2024.sustech.edu.cn/
Registration Period
November 27, 2023 to December 27, 2023
Registration Fee
Online Registration before December 27:
Domestic participants:
· Student: CNY 1600/person
· University representative: CNY 2000/person
· Corporate representative: CNY 2400/person
Overseas participants:
· Student: USD 230/person
· Postdoctoral fellow: USD 245/person
· Professor: USD 290/person
· Corporate representative: USD 340/person
On-site Registration:
Domestic participants:
· Student: CNY 1800/person
· University representative: CNY 2200/person
· Corporate representative: CNY 2600/person
Overseas participants:
· Student: USD 260/person
· Postdoctoral fellow: USD 275/person
· Professor: USD 320/person
· Corporate representative: USD 370/person
Note:
(1) Student representatives refer to full-time undergraduate and graduate students, excluding postdoctoral fellows.
(2) Invited speakers, chairs, and faculty members of SUSTech, are exempt from registration fees after submitting their registration information.
(3) Registration fee include: (i) Conference materials; (ii) Lunch and dinner during the conference. Travel and accommodation expenses are not included.
(4) The availability of hotel rooms under the conference agreement is limited; kindly complete your registration promptly to secure your accommodation.
Payment Methods
Online payment (WeChat), Bank transfer, On-site credit card payment.
Cancellation Policy
Participants who have paid but cannot attend the conference due to unforeseen circumstances may apply for a refund via email to the conference organizers by December 30, 2023 to receive a full refund. Otherwise, no refunds will be issued.
Invoice Collection
Electronic invoices for registration fee will be sent to individual email addresses after the conference. For any inquiries, please contact dengjy3@mail.sustech.edu.cn.
Hotel Reservation and Transportation
Subway and taxi services serve as the primary means of public transportation in Shenzhen.
The following hotels offer special conference rates through the conference hotel booking agreement:
I. Vienna 3 Hao Hotel
Room Rates:
Standard Queen Room: CNY 358/day (including breakfast for one)
Deluxe Queen Room: CNY 368/day (including breakfast for one)
Deluxe Twin Room: CNY 384/day (including double breakfast for two)
Contact Person: Manager Lei, 18194061779
Address: No. 1153 Xueyuan Avenue, Nanshan District, Shenzhen, China
II. Vienna Haomian International Hotel
Room Rates:
Queen Room: CNY 400/day (including breakfast for one)
Double Room: CNY 440/day (including double breakfast for two)
Contact Person: Manager Lei, 18938096383
Address: Main Building, Zonghe Building, Liuxian Avenue East, Nanshan District, Shenzhen, China
III. Genpla Hotel
Room Rates:
Queen Room: CNY 600 /day (including breakfast for one)
Double Room: CNY 698/day (including double breakfast for two)
Contact Person: Manager Fu, 18923459180
Address: No. 3333 Liuxian Avenue, Nanshan District, Shenzhen, China
IV. Ya Yuan Tang Lang Hotel
Room Rates:
Delicate Room (No Window): CNY 245/day (including breakfast)
Deluxe Room (Single/Double): CNY 300/day (including breakfast)
Business Room (Single/Double): CNY 325/day (including breakfast)
Business Suite: CNY 400/day (including breakfast)
Contact Person: Manager Hu, 13380332025
Address: No. 1133-1 Xueyuan Avenue, Xili Town, Nanshan District, Shenzhen (opposite to SUSTech), China
Contact us
Conference Website Consultation
Ms. Yijing Xie
Tel: +86 0755-88018400
Email: xieyj@sustech.edu.cn
Registration & Sponsorship & Exhibitions
Ms. Jiaoying Deng
Tel: +86 13927488024
Email: dengjy3@mail.sustech.edu.cn
Abstract & Poster Submission
Ms. Ying An
Tel: +86 0755-88018724
Email: any@sustech.edu.cn
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