9:00 AM

Canada/Eastern

9:00 AM - 9:15 AM EST
Grand Ballroom

Opening Remarks

Dr. Emily Carter, Conference Chair, University of British Columbia

9:15 AM

Canada/Eastern

9:15 AM - 10:30 AM EST
Grand Ballroom

Synthetic Biology: Engineering Life

Exploring the applications and ethical considerations of creating synthetic organisms

    Molecular & Cellular Biology

10:30 AM

Canada/Eastern

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM EST
Main Lobby

Coffee Break & Networking

11:00 AM

Canada/Eastern

2 parallel sessions
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM EST
201A

Session A: Neurobiology & Cognitive Functions

This session explores how the brain processes information, adapts, and responds to environmental factors, with a focus on cognition, memory, and neuroplasticity.

    Neuroscience & Cognitive Science
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM EST
202B

Session B: Plant Genomics & Biotechnology

This session focuses on the genetic engineering of plants to enhance crop resilience, yield, and adaptability.

    Genomics & Biotechnology

12:30 PM

Canada/Eastern

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM EST
Garden Terrace (outdoor)

Lunch Break

Catered buffet with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options

2:00 PM

Canada/Eastern

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM EST
Grand Ballroom

Gene Editing Ethics: The Future of CRISPR

Moderator: Dr. Helen Li, University of Toronto Panelists: Dr. Ravi Sharma, Dr. Anita Lopez, Dr. Gregory Wells

    Molecular & Cellular Biology

3:30 PM

Canada/Eastern

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM EST
203C

Workshops

    Genomics & Biotechnology

5:30 PM

Canada/Eastern

5:30 PM - 7:00 PM EST
Exhibition Hall

Poster Session