Knowledge Exchange for Young Scientists (KEYS) KEYS is an initiative for young scientists from countries in Africa and from Germany to enhance their skills in innovative research in the field of cement and concrete construction technology. It targets young postgraduate and young postdoctoral scientists and offers the unique opportunity to network with international high profile researchers and industry representatives. It also fosters networking of young scientists with peers in an international forum that promotes their role as future decision makers. 2 steps to meet international students and experts! Take your chance! 1. Submit an abstract on your research on “Raw Materials, Quality Control and Maintenance of Cementitious Products”. 2. Authors of the best abstracts* will be sponsorsed with a return flight and full board accomodation to participate in the symposium. *18 African and 4 German students can join the conference. Participation is open for young academics from entire Africa and from Germany. The participation of female researchers is encouraged. Abstract format: Extended abstract type, maximum 1200 words plus a maximum of 3 figures or tables. A short motivation letter is also required. .. Process flow chart Until 1st April, 2015 Call for extended abstracts Topic: Raw Materials, Quality Control and Maintenance of Cementitious Products Review process International expert jury and keynote speakers select 18 African and 4 German abstracts based on excellence criteria. Information about acceptance The authors of the selected abstracts are invited to attend the symposium and requested to present their work. Until 12th April, 2015 13th April, 2015 8th – 12th June, 2015 Post-graduate and PhD students plus young post-docs from entire Africa and Germany are requested to submit extended abstracts about their research in the topic of the recent call. Symposium, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania Keynote lectures, Presentation of students‘ research, Workshop on focus topic Networking, Excursion International Keynote Speakers: Prof. Angel Palomo, Spain) Mr. Boudewijn Piscaer, Netherlands Prof. Herbert Uzoegbo, South Africa Prof. Karen Scrivener, Switzerland Prof. Raissa Ferron, USA Dr. Shady Nabil, Egypt Mr. Walther Wirth, South Africa Dr. Dipl.-Ing. Wolfram Schmidt, Germany 2nd Symposium, Sustainable Cement and Concrete Construction, 2016, Ghana 3rd Symposium, Applicable Cement and Concrete Technology in Africa, 2017, S. Africa Contact: Ms. Nsesheye S. Msinjili, [email protected] For further information, please visit the website: http://www.bam.de/en/kompetenzen/fachabteilungen/abteilung_7/fb74/fb74_KEYS.htm Funding body: 1st Symposium: Raw Materials, Quality Control and Maintenance of Cementitious Products Venue: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania Dates: June 8-12, 2015 Organised by: