Biennial Conference
Leveraging Innovative Science to Strengthen Public-Private Partnerships
About The Conference
The GSA Biennial Conference is Ghana’s premier scientific gathering that brings together researchers, policymakers, and industry leaders to drive national development through innovative science and public-private partnerships.
Aligning with UN Sustainable Development Goals
Multidisciplinary
6 sub-themes covering key sectors
Partnerships
Public-private collaboration focus
Impact
Evidence-based policy recommendations
National Reach
Participants from all regions
Conference Sub-Themes
Exploring key areas where science and partnerships drive sustainable development
Sustainable Agriculture Innovations
Showcasing climate-smart solutions for food security
Key Objectives
- Showcase climate-smart agriculture innovations
- Promote knowledge exchange among stakeholders
- Encourage policy and investment alignment
- Foster collaboration across sectors
Expected Outcomes
- Increased adoption of sustainable farming tech
- Enhanced networking among stakeholders
- Policy influences on agricultural technologies
- New partnerships for scaling innovations
Biomedical & Health Innovations
Advancing healthcare accessibility through technology
Key Objectives
- Highlight biomedical research advancements
- Showcase solutions for healthcare accessibility
- Foster researcher-clinician partnerships
- Promote AI-driven diagnostics
Expected Outcomes
- Increased adoption of medical innovations
- Networks to tackle healthcare challenges
- Improved rural healthcare solutions
- New funding opportunities
Environmental Conservation
Strategies for sustainable ecosystem management
Key Objectives
- Exhibit biodiversity monitoring tools
- Deliberate climate change mitigation
- Advocate science-based policies
- Promote youth conservation efforts
Expected Outcomes
- Adoption of conservation best practices
- Government policy commitments
- Increased restoration investments
- Enhanced community-led models
Science Education
Problem-solving curriculum for national development
Key Objectives
- Stimulate dialogue on PBL models
- Foster academia-industry collaboration
- Address education disparities
- Inspire student problem-solving
Expected Outcomes
- Policy commitments to STEM frameworks
- Increased industry partnerships
- More female/rural student participation
- Enhanced youth innovations
Water Resource Management
Innovations for sustainable water governance
Key Objectives
- Advocate balanced water governance
- Share conservation innovations
- Discuss pollution solutions
- Promote water reuse strategies
Expected Outcomes
- Government commitments to water management
- Adoption of drought-resistant agriculture
- Industry zero-discharge commitments
- Enhanced wastewater reuse partnerships
Public-Private Partnerships
Driving Ghana’s Reset Agenda through collaboration
Key Objectives
- Promote PPP in key sectors
- Dialogue on legal mechanisms
- Create continuous dialogue platforms
- Align with national development goals
Expected Outcomes
- PPP policy reforms
- Advisory council establishment
- Sustained stakeholder dialogue
- Accelerated sectoral development
Featured Speakers
Renowned experts leading discussions on critical development topics
Prof Felix Kofi Abagale
Director, WACWISA
Expert in sustainable agriculture and water management solutions with 20+ years experience.
Dr. Winfred Baah
Korle Bu Teaching Hospital
Pioneer in biomedical innovations for rural healthcare access.
Prof. Nana Ama Browne Klutse
CEO, Environmental Protection Agency
Leading authority on environmental conservation and policy.
Prof. Augustine Ocloo
Deputy Director General, GTEC
Champion of STEM education reform and curriculum development.
Pumptech Limited
Water Technology Solutions
Innovators in sustainable water resource management technologies.
Dr. Dramani Bukari
Deputy CEO, National Petroleum Authority
Expert in public-private partnerships for national development.
CALL FOR ABSTRACTS
Share your research at the 34th Biennial Conference
Deadline: July 14, 2025 (No late submissions accepted)
Submission Guidelines
Participants wishing to present abstracts are kindly requested to submit via:
Abstract Submission FormKey Requirements
- Abstracts aligned with conference theme prioritized for oral presentations
- Payment by August 14, 2025 guarantees publication in book of abstracts
- Full papers may be submitted for journal publication (peer reviewed)
Formatting Guidelines
Title
IN CAPITALS, Centered
Authors
Full names + institutional address (no abbreviations)
Contact
Email & phone of corresponding author
Content
≤250 words, 1.5-line spacing
Sections
Objective, Methodology, Results, Conclusion
Format
Microsoft Word only
All abstracts must clearly highlight the relevance of the study to the conference theme or sub-themes. Non-compliant abstracts will not be accepted.
Scientific Sessions
Scientific sessions will run concurrently in the following groupings:
Agriculture, Food Science and Food Security
Exploring innovative solutions for sustainable agriculture and food systems
Water Resources Management and Environmental Sciences
Addressing water challenges and environmental conservation strategies
Biological, Biomedical and Health Innovations
Advancing healthcare through cutting-edge research and technology
Science Education & Policy and PPP
Strengthening science education and public-private partnerships
Physical, Technological and Engineering Sciences
Showcasing innovations in technology and engineering applications
Poster Session
Visual presentations of cutting-edge research across all disciplines
Registration
Secure your spot at Ghana’s premier scientific gathering
Member
- Access to all sessions
- Conference materials
- Lunch & refreshments
- Networking
- Certificate upon request
- Conference proceedings
Non-Member
- Access to all sessions
- Conference materials
- Lunch & refreshments
- Networking
- Certificate upon request
- Conference proceedings
Postgraduate Student
- Access to all sessions
- Conference materials
- Lunch & refreshments
- Networking
- Certificate upon request
- Conference proceedings
Undergraduate Student
- Access to all sessions
- Conference materials
- Lunch & refreshments
- Networking
- Certificate upon request
- Conference proceedings
Foreign Participant
- Access to all sessions
- Conference materials
- Lunch & refreshments
- Networking
- Certificate upon request
- Conference proceedings
Virtual Access
- Access to all sessions
- Conference materials
- Lunch & refreshments (N/A)
- Networking (virtual)
- Certificate upon request
- Conference proceedings
Virtual Group (5+)
- Access to all sessions
- Conference materials
- Lunch & refreshments (N/A)
- Networking (virtual)
- Certificate upon request
- Conference proceedings
Early Bird Registration Ends In:
Payment Methods
Secure transactions for Ghana Science Association
Contact Us
Have questions about the conference? Reach out to our team for assistance.
info@ghanascience.gov.gh
gsasecretariat@gmail.com
Phone
+233 302 732605
+233 244 986310
+233 500 456667
Address
P.O. Box LG 7 Legon
Accra, Ghana