Announcement From: Biotechnology Research Institute
INTERNAL UMS
SPECIAL RATE FOR UMS STAFF & STUDENT
Dear Prof./Dr./Sir/Madam,
SIXTH ANNOUNCEMENT - EXTENDED ABSTRACT DEADLINE - 15TH JULY 2026
THE 9 TH INTERNATIONAL BIOTECHNOLOGY SYMPOSIUM 2026
“Strengthening a Sustainable Future with Emerging Frontiers in Biotechnology”
Register here: https://submit.confbay.com/conf/ibs2026
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The Biotechnology Research Institute at Universiti Malaysia Sabah will organise the
9th International Biotechnology Symposium (SB9)
on
26 - 27 August 2026
Le Meridien Hotel, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia
This conference brings together researchers, industry experts, and students to share innovations, exchange ideas and foster collaborations in key biotechnology disciplines
🧬Medical Biotechnology🧬---🌱Agricultural Biotechnology🌱---🏭Industrial Biotechnology🏭
We are pleased to invite you to submit your original and unpublished works for presentation and publication at the conference on the following topics:
Genomics - Transcriptomics - Proteomics - Metabolomics - Bioinformatics
Molecular Biology - Bioprocess Engineering - Microbiology - Natural Products
Tissue Culture - Cell Biology - Drug Discovery - Biosensors - Biochemistry
REGISTRATION FEE :
Participant (UMS)
Presenter
Non-presenter (flat rate)
Student
Non-student
RM 700
RM 800
RM 500
IMPORTANT DATES :
Abstract Deadline : 31 May 2026 30 th June 2026 15th July 2026
Abstract Acceptance Notification : 15 th July 2026
PUBLICATION
Selected papers will be published in the Scopus‑indexed Indonesian Journal of Biotechnology
*(publication fee applies)
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Travel Grant Awards
Best Oral Presenter Awards
Best Poster Presenter Awards
Distinguished Research Excellence Award
HIGHLIGHTS
POST-SYMPOSIUM WORKSHOP
28 AUGUST 2026 (FRIDAY)
Biotechnology Research Institute, UMS
*(Training fee is charged separately)
BENEFITS:
Registration for Companies under HRDC:
Claimable, including airfare or transport for companies from West Malaysia, Sarawak, or outside Kota Kinabalu
Registration for individuals:
Tax Exemption under LHDN (Limited to RM 2000 per year of assessment)
HRD Corp Certified Trainers
Biorisk Management Essentials:
Terminology, Risk Assessment and Mitigation Controls
ASSOC. PROF. DR. KENNETH F. RODRIGUES
Accredited HRD Corp TTT Certified Trainer
RM 1000 PER PAX (LIMIT TO 15 PARTICIPANTS)
Kindly visit this link to register https://submit.confbay.com/conf/ibs2026
and email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
for any further inquiries
We look forward to receiving your abstract and meeting you at the
9 th International Biotechnology Symposium 2026
See you there!
