The Department of Science and Innovation (DSI), the Academy of Science of South Africa (ASSAf), and the South African Young Academy of Science (SAYAS), in partnership with Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC), National Research Foundation (NRF) and Nelson Mandela University (NMU) will be hosting the Annual Young Scientists’ Conference between 9-13 September 2024.
ASSAf, together with its partners, are seeking young scientists based in South Africa to participate in this conference. This multilateral conference will provide a platform for scientific exchange among senior and young scientists. Please find the attached call, check eligibility criteria, and APPLY. The closing date for applications is 05 August 2024.
The joint partners seek young/early career scientists based in South Africa to participate in this conference. The conference will provide a platform for scientific exchange among senior and young scientists.
In alignment with the African Union’s visionary theme for 2024, “Educate an African fit for the 21st Century: Building resilient education systems for increased access to inclusive, lifelong, quality, and relevant learning in Africa,” the South African Young Academy of Science (SAYAS) Conference emerges as a beacon of innovation and progress. Dedicated to catalyzing the transformative potential of education, this conference embodies the continent’s steadfast commitment to cultivating a new generation of African scientists poised to lead in an ever-evolving global landscape. Africa stands at a pivotal juncture, recognizing the imperative to revolutionize its education systems to meet the demands of the modern era. With an unwavering focus on inclusivity, quality, and relevance, the continent seeks to harness the boundless potential of its youth, empowering them to shape a future defined by ingenuity and resilience.
The Annual Young Scientists’ Conference (AYSC) serves as a dynamic forum where budding scholars, researchers, and innovators converge to exchange ideas, forge collaborations, and chart the course for scientific advancement in Africa and beyond. Against the backdrop of rapid technological advancement and global interconnectedness, this gathering represents a critical opportunity to harness the collective intellect and creativity of Africa’s brightest minds.
To this end, the 2024 Annual Young Scientist Conference will focus on critical thought for improved contributions to theme. The conference will explore the following sub-themes:
- Advancing Science and Technology for Human Development
- Transformative Education for Lifelong Learning
- Artificial Intelligence and Ethical Governance
- Interdisciplinary Perspectives on Social Science and Technology