Second US Africa Frontiers of Science Engineering Medicine and Symposium
Abstract
The U.S.-Africa Frontiers of Science, Engineering, and Medicine program brings together outstanding early-career scientists, engineers, and medical professionals from the United States and 54 African countries for a symposium to discuss exciting advances and opportunities in their fields. The second symposium will be hosted by EUROMED University of Fes, Hassan II Academy of Science and Technology and the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM) in Rabat, Morocco, on January 16-18, 2024. The symposium has three objectives: (1) Enhance scientific dialogue and exchange among early-career researchers in Africa and the United States; (2) Encourage and strengthen scientific collaboration and the transfer of techniques and approaches across disciplines within andbeyond the continent; and (3) Empower early-career researchers to assume leadership roles. The symposium will focus on advances in sensing technologies, human-technology interaction, climate & energy, vaccine manufacturing, and One Health. The experience in similar programs has been intellectually stimulating and generates a dialogue across disciplines considered as key for scientific innovation. These exchanges on cutting-edge scientific knowledge among U.S. and African attendees take place through five plenary sessions covering a wide range of disciplines; poster presentations by each attendee; educational exhibits, and informal discussions throughout the event. Following the symposium, U.S.-Africa Frontiers fellowships (travel seed grants) are awarded to pairs or groups of attendees who intend to collaborate on a research topic of common interest.
Document Details
- Document Type
- DoD Grant Award
- Publication Date
- Jan 24, 2024
- Source ID
- N629092412026
Entities
People
- Salim Bounou
Organizations
- Office of Naval Research
- United States Navy