WELCOME TO THE 6TH EDITION OF THE ANNUAL WAGENINGEN PHD SYMPOSIUM 2019

Where Great Minds Meet

Introducing WAGENINGEN PHD SYMPOSIUM 2019, a one-of-a-kind experience that brings together the most talented and driven PhD candidates in Wageningen. You can finally get familiar with the research of your friends from different graduate schools either via his/her presentation or poster. Explore this site to learn about key speakers, our schedule, useful tips and more.

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KEYNOTE SPEAKERS

Dutch microbiologist

PROF. DR. J (JOHN) VAN DER OOST

John van der Oost (born 22 July 1958) is considered a pioneer of the "CRISPR revolution" for his fundamental work on unravelling the mechanism of CRISPR-based immunity in bacteria, paving the way for developing CRISPR-mediated genome editing. This finding brought him the highest scientific award in the Netherlands 'de Spinozapremie' from research funder NWO on 12 September 2018.

Parallel sessions

THE 6TH WPS 2019 - SCIENCE WITH IMPACT

What to expect in this annual event

PhD candidates from all graduate schools at WUR can submit their abstracts. Among them, twelve will be selected for presentations, the rest will be for poster exhibition.
The theme of this year conference is “Science with Impact”. We invited scientists that have great impact in science and society to talk about their research and their career stories.
This year, the program also includes two workshops regarding physical exercises to help you get through a long working day and tips on how to respond in certain situations in academic environment.
In the end of the symposium, there will be social networking drink for all participants and keynote speakers.

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