International Conference
Current Trends, Prospects and Opportunities in Vaccine Research
Unlocking a Healthier Tomorrow: The Crucial Role of Vaccines
28-29 February 2024
Centre of Excellence in Molecular Biology (CEMB), University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan
About the Conference
In the realm of modern medicine, few breakthroughs have had as profound impact on public health as vaccines. These remarkable tools, often heralded as the silver bullets of preventative medicine, stand as a testament to human ingenuity & collective effort. This conference will explore the paramount importance of vaccines in safeguarding generational well-being. By harnessing the power of our immune systems, vaccines have successfully shielded us from clutches of devastating diseases that once ran rampant, leaving countless lives in their wake.
Vaccines also play a pivotal role in the poultry & livestock sectors serving as indispensable tools in maintaining animal health, ensuring food safety and sustaining global food production. By safeguarding poultry & livestock from a spectrum of infectious diseases, vaccines not only alleviate the suffering of animals but also mitigate the economic losses incurred by farmers and potential risk of zoonotic diseases crossing over to humans and posing serious public health threats. By preventing the spread of diseases at source, poultry & livestock vaccines are instrumental in reducing the risk of pandemics and enhancing the resilience of communities worldwide. Thus, in the one Health framework, livestock vaccines emerge as a cornerstone for promoting the harmony of health across species, preserving ecosystems and fostering a healthier future for all.
In essence, vaccines are the foundation of resilient and sustainable livestock sector, supporting the well-being of animals and the reliable supply of safe and nutritious animal-derived products critical for global food security.
The Vaccine Conference aim to bring together the stakeholders for thoughtful sessions and devising way forward for the vaccine research, design and development.
Themes
Innovations in Vaccine Technology
- Explore the latest breakthroughs in vaccine research, including mRNA, DNA and subunit vaccine, and other cutting-edge approaches.
- Discuss how these innovations are revolutionizing vaccine development and their potential impact on global health.
. Vaccines in Livestock: One Health prospective
- Examine the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health in the context of vaccines.
- Discuss strategies to prevent zoonotic diseases, enhance food security, and promote holistic health through vaccination.
Vaccine Access and Equity in Developing countries
- Address the challenges and opportunities in ensuring equitable access to vaccines developing countries.
- Address the challenges and opportunities in ensuring equitable access to vaccines developing countries.
Vaccines and Pandemic Preparedness
- Analyze the pivotal role of vaccines in pandemic response and preparedness.
- Discuss lessons learned from recent global health crises and how vaccine development can be accelerated during emergencies.
Vaccine Research and Career Opportunities
- Provide insights into career opportunities in the field of vaccine research and development.
- Explore educational pathways, job prospects, and the future of professionals in the vaccine industry.
Mitigating Infectious challenges in Poultry and Livestock sector
- Bridging the knowledge gap and foster collaborative efforts to develop strategies for disease prevention, management and sustainable Poultry and Livestock production.
- Discover the importance of a collaborative approach involving the veterinarians, researchers, policymakers and industry stakeholders to address the infectious challenges.
Speakers
Prof Michael Hess
University of Veterinary Medicine, Austria
Dr. Farhid Hemmatzadeh
The University of Adelaide, Australia
Prof. Sir Andrew Pollard
University of Oxford, UK
Prof Munir Iqbal
The Pirbright Institute, UK
Prof. Jason McLellan
The University of Texas, USA
Dr. Khalid Naeem Khawaja
Grand Pharma, Pakistan
Dr. Hosny Hassan El-Adawy
Institute of Bacterial Infections & Zoonoses, Germany
Dr. Saif ur Raisheed
BioCina, Australia
Dr. Don King
The Pirbright Institute, UK
Dr. Min Liao
Zhejiang University, China
Dr. Budiman Bela
University of Indonesia, Indonesia
Prof Abdul Jabbar
The University of Melbourne, Australia
Prof. Cheng He
China-ASEAN Innovative Academy for Major Animal Disease Control
Dr. Syed Shahzad ul Hussan
Abbvie, Irvine, California
Dr. DERYA KARATAŞ YENİ
NECMETTIN ERBAKAN UNIVERSITY, Türkiye
Prof. Juan Pu
CVM, China Agricultural University, China
Organizers
Patron in Chief
- Prof. Khalid Mahmood; Vice Chancellor, PU, Lahore
Advisory Board
Prof Kauser Abdulla Malik HI, SI, TI FCCU/Federal Minister Food Security and Research
Prof. Javed Akram, Minister of Health, Punjab
Prof. Dr. M. Iqbal Choudhary, Mustafa (PBUH) Prize Laureate, H.I, SI, TI
Prof. Sheikh Riazuddin HI, SI, TI, CEMB, PU
Maj. Gen. Prof. Dr. Aamer Ikram, HI(M), SI(M)
Prof. Shahid Baig HI, SI Ex-Chairman Pakistan Science Foundation (PSF)
Prof. Talat Naseer Pasha HI, SI Vice Chancellor University of Education
Prof Munir Iqbal The Pirbrigh Institute, UK
Prof. Nasim Ahmad, S.I. Vice Chancellor UVAS
Prof. Muhammad Sajjad Khan, Vice Chancellor CUVAS
Prof. Khushi Muhammad UVAS
Dr. Khalid Naeem Khawaja Grand Pharma
Chief Organizer
- Prof. Moazur Rahman, CEMB and SBS, PU, Lahore
Secretory Organizing Committee
- Dr. Muhammad Saleem, SBS, PU, Lahore
Organizing Committee
- Prof. Mazhar Iqbal, NIBGE, Faisalabad
- Dr. Nazeer Hussain Kalhoro, Sindh Institute of Animal Health, Karachi
- Dr. Nadeem Ahmed, CEMB PU
- Dr. Sajjad Hussain, VRI Lahore
- Dr. M. Kashif Saleemi, UAF, Faisalabad
- Prof. Ali Raza Awan, UVAS, Lahore
- Dr. Amjad Ali, ASAB, NUST, Islamabad
- Dr. Faisal Siddique, CUVAS, Bahawalpur
- Dr. M. Salahuddin, NIAB, Faisalabad
- Dr. Naila Siddique, NRLPD, NARC, Islamabad
- Dr. Zahida Fatima, NARC
- Prof. Asad ullah, CASVAB, Balochistan
- Dr. Muhammad Ijaz Ali, Livestock Research, KPK
Members
- Prof. Naeem Rashid, SBS, PU, Lahore
- Prof. Sadaf Naz, SBS, PU, Lahore
- Prof. Abdul Qayyum, CEMB, PU, Lahore
- Prof. Iahtasham khan UVAS Jhang
- Dr. Aamir Ali, NIBGE, Faisalabad
- Dr. Aamir Shahzad, NIBGE, Faisalabad
- Dr. Mudasser Habib, NIAB, Faisalabad
- Dr. Waseem Abbas, NIBGE, Faisalabad
- Dr. Yasra Sarwar, NIBGE, Faisalabad
- Dr. Waqar Rauf, NIBGE, Faisalabad
- Dr. Shazia Rafique, CEMB, PU, Lahore
- Dr. Iram Amin, CEMB, PU, Lahore
- Dr. Tahseen Alam NFS&R Islamabad
- Dr. Imran Riaz Malik, University of Sargodha
Conference Gallery
Conference Agenda
Partners Institutions
Centre of Excellence in Molecular Biology (CEMB)
University of the Punjab, Lahore
National Institute for Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering (NIBGE)
Faisalabad
School of Biological Sciences (SBS)
University of the Punjab
Atta-ur-Rahman School of Applied Biosciences (ASAB)
National University of Sciences & Technology, Islamabad
University of Veterinary and Animal Science, (UVAS), Lahore
Pakistan Agriculture Research Council (PARC)
Livestock & Dairy Department (Research), KPK
University of Agriculture, Faisalabad
Veterinary Research Institute, Gov of the Punjab
Nuclear Institute for Agriculture and Biology | Faisalabad
Sindh Institute of Animal Health
Cholistan University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Bahawalpur
University of Balochistan
Sponsors & Industrial Partners
Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan
Grand Pharma Private Limited, Islamabad
Pakistan Science Foundation
(PSF)
Ottoman Pharma, Lahore
COMSTECH
Fulbright, USA
Punjab Higher Education Commission (PHEC)
Focal Persons and Direction Details
Dr. M. Saleem, SBS
📞 +92 336 1659194
📩 Msaleem.sbs@pu.edu.pk
Dr. Muhammad Shahid
📞 +92 345 4544446
📩 vaccine@cemb.edu.pk
Dr Aamir Ali, NIBGE
📞 +92 333 6550569
📩 myaamirali@yahoo.com
Sightseeing
HOTELS & FOOD PLACES
Avari hotel https://avari.com/
Pearl Continental Hotel https://www.pchotels.com/
Nishat Hotel https://nishathotels.com/
Ramada Lahore http://www.ramadalahoregulberg.com/
Wasabi Gulberg and DHA Phase III www.wasabipakistan.com
Spice Bazar, MM Alam and DHA Phase VI http://www.spicebazaar.pk/
Bamboo Union, Mall one and DHA Phase V https://bamboounion.pk/
Andaaz, Walled City https://andaazrestaurant.com/
WEATHER LAHORE
Expect 17°C daytime maximum temperatures and on average 7 hours of sunshine per day in Pakistan in February 2024. Check more long-term weather averages for Lahore, Pakistan in February before arrival.