41st Scientific Conference and General Assembly of NSBMB – KEFFI 2025 – Nigerian Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Innovations in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology: Tools for Sustainable Development and Poverty Alleviation

The Nigerian Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (NSBMB), in collaboration with Nasarawa State University, is delighted to invite participants to the 41st Scientific Conference and General Assembly, tagged KEFFI 2025. This prestigious event brings together experts, researchers, and enthusiasts to explore groundbreaking innovations in biochemistry and molecular biology.

Event Details

Date: 6th – 10th July, 2025
Venue: Nasarawa State University, Keffi, Nigeria
Theme: Innovations in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology: Tools for Sustainable Development and Poverty Alleviation

**Induction and Certification of New Members**

Subthemes

Innovative Use of Natural Products in Drug Discovery and Design
Biochemistry and Food Security: Exploring the Role of Biochemistry in Enhancing Agricultural Productivity and Food Security
Innovative Biochemical and Molecular Biological Tools in Environmental Management
Innovative Use of Local Biodiversity in Human Nutrition
Entrepreneurial Biochemistry and Molecular Biology for Solving Youth Unemployment
Biochemistry-Driven Entrepreneurship and Social Innovations

Dignitaries and Speakers

Keynote Speaker: Prof. Paul Chidozie Onyenekwe, Director General, Sheda Science and Technology Complex (SHESTCO), Kwali Abuja
Chief Host: Prof. Sa’adatu Liman, Vice Chancellor, Nasarawa State University
Host: Prof. Matthew O. Wegwu, National President, NSBMB
Royal Father of the Day: His Royal Highness, Alhaji Dr. Shehu Chindo Yamusa III, The Emir of Keffi
Chairman of the Conference: Senator Aliyu Ahmed Wadada

Plenary Lectures

Prof. Muhammad Yalwa Gwarzo: Vaccine Development from Molecular Design to Global Health Solutions
Prof. Garba Ibrahim Hassan: Emerging Trends and Technology in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Prof. Musa Toyin Yakubu: Biochemical Research Funding and Collaborations

Olumba Bassir Lecture Presenter

Prof. Chukwuemeka Francis Ezeonu

Hands-On Training Workshops

The conference will feature specialized hands-on training in:

Molecular Docking
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
Nucleic Acid Extraction
Bioinformatics
DNA Profiling and Restriction Enzymes

Pre-Conference Workshop Fee: N20,000

Conference Abstract Submission

Researchers, Lecturers and Participants are encouraged to submit abstracts with a maximum of 250 words, including:

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Five (5) keywords, corresponding author’s name, email, phone number, and affiliations

Submit abstracts to nsbmbabstract.keffi2025@gmail.com or nsbmb2025@nsuk.edu.ng, accompanied by a Five Thousand Naira (N5,000) non-refundable processing fee. Deadline for submission is 30th May, 2025.

Presenters: Ensure to bring an eCopy of your full-length paper formatted according to the Authors’ Guide on the NJBMB website: www.nsbmb.org.ng/journals. ONLY papers that meet the journal’s minimum standards will eventually get published in the 2025 edition of the NJBMB Special Edition. Authors will enjoy a 33.3% discount on the regular page charges for articles accepted for publication in the Special Edition of NJBMB.

Registration Fees

Early bird registration ends 28th February, 2025. Late registration starts 1st March, 2025 (additional N5,000 applies).

Category	Early Bird Fee
*Members	N31, 500
*Non-Members	N36, 500
*Postgraduate Students	N16,500
Undergraduate Students	N5,000
*Corporate Bodies	N66, 500

All payments should be forwarded to nsbmb2025@nsuk.edu.ng. Include the proof of payment and details of the payee for confirmation and processing of your invitation letter.

*Registered participants are entitled to a copy of the 2024 special edition of NJBMB

Conference Bank Account Details