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Daugavpils University (DU), Ms. Zaiga V\u012btola (Project manager (Science Department – in Charge of EU Funded Programmes), presented about Socially Responsible Research Focus on Biotechnology Future. She emphasized that Biotechnology has already made an impact in improving human health, agricultural yields, food, nutrition, and water security, developing alternative fuels, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. There are three new ways of viewing economic development and they are through economy, society, and biosphere. Meanwhile, the determined factors that shape Biotech\u2019s Trajectory are increased investment and decreasing cost (these economic factors together will be pivotal to future biotech breakthroughs and applications), regulatory restrictions, international acceptance, large-scale collaboration and cooperation, changes in consumer demand, and responses to environmental change. The current trend in Biotechnology also plays a significant role and it involves Immuno-Oncology: Immunotherapy for cancer treatment has attracted substantial investment due to its potential to revolutionize cancer care; GeneTherapy and #CellTherapy: Advances in gene and cell therapies have led to increased investment as these therapies show promise for treating genetic and rare diseases; Precision Medicine: Tailoring medical treatment to individual patients based on genetic and molecular profiles is an emerging area of focus; Digital Health : Biotech funding extends to digital health solutions, including healthtech and telemedicine platforms, which are growing in popularity. At last, Ms. V\u012btola ended her presentation by uttering that in the ever-evolving biotech landscape, securing funding is a critical part of advancing research and delivering innovative solutions to the healthcare and life sciences industries. Success in biotech funding often depends on a combination of scientific innovation, sound business strategies, and a supportive financial ecosystem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

University Al-Azhar Indonesia (UAI), Dr. rer. nat. Yunus Effendi, S.Pd., M.Si., M.Sc. (the Head of the Institute for Research and Community Service) concerned on Rhizosphere Microbiomes Diversity and Plants Growth Improvement: Fusarium Wilt Project in Banana Plantation. Firstly, he discussed Fusarium Wilt to be considered as the most devastating banana disease. Almost 80% of the world’s banana production was destroyed by this disease. In the mid-twentieth century, FW, also known as \u201cPanama disease\u201d, wiped out the Gros Michel banana industry in Central America, A research collaboration with Indonesia State Agriculture Company (PT Perkebunan Nasional VIII \u2013 Indonesia): combating Fusarium wilt disease in banana plantations. The study shows that effective management often requires an integrated approach that combines multiple control methods, including crop rotation, use of resistant cultivars, cultural practices, and in some cases, the application of chemical or biological controls. Soil has its own potential to suppress the disease which is caused by soil-borne pathogens, Soil suppression. Secondly, understanding the potential of rhizosphere microbiomes in banana plantation as candidate for bioagent against Fusarium oxysporum f.sp cubense (Foc) while Improving NUE uptake of plants by applying beneficial soil microbiomesDeveloping a new bio \u2013 chemical fertilizers are the proposed strategies. Development of DNA markers related to the defense system of banana plants in the response of Fusarium oxysporum infections. Thirdly, the soil suppressiveness includes various mechanisms including competition, antibiosis, allelopathy, hyperparasitism, and induction of plant disease resistance, which are being operative through different precursors like soil microbes, soil amendments, cropping systems, etc. Finally, Comparative analysis of conducive and suppressive soils to Fusarium oxysporum f.sp. cubense in banana plantation using shotgun metagenomic analysis. Isolation and characterization keystones taxa (species) from both soil conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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To sum up, \u201cWe\u2019re here together in this room and Zoom. Listening to thoughts and poems. Bringing collaborations from the Laboratorium, hoping this cooperation will bloom\u201d. Firman Alamsyah, S.Si., M.Si., Ph.D. (Today\u2019s moderator and Lecturer at Biology Department of UAI) ended the event with a poem called \u201cWe\u2019re Here Bridges Collaboration\u201d.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

As the event has ended, on behalf of UAI we would like to thank all the participants across the globe who have come to our university and we hope this international seminar can delve into the advancements and progressions within the field of biotechnology from different countries around the world. By facilitating a comprehensive exploration of the latest research, innovations, and breakthroughs that have shaped and continue to influence the biotechnology landscape on a global scale. Through insightful discussions, the conference endeavors to foster a deeper understanding of the multifaceted applications and potential implications of biotechnology in various sectors including healthcare, agriculture, industry, and environmental sustainability. (LPIPM\/TSH)<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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