• Advancements in Ecosystem Management for Sustainable Agriculture and Natural Resources.
• Ecosystem Resilience and Adaptation Strategies.
• Emerging Technologies for Ecosystem Analysis.
• Agroecology and Regenerative Farming Practices.
• Integrating Technology for Precision Agriculture and Resource Management.
• Sustainable Crop Production and Soil Health Management.
• Climate-Smart Agriculture: Mitigation and Adaptation Strategies.
• Enhancing Food Security through Sustainable Agriculture Innovations.
• Farmer-Centric Approaches to Sustainable Agriculture Development.
• Sustainable Livestock Farming and Rangeland Management.
• Agroforestry and Carbon Sequestration: Enhancing Ecosystem Services.
• Biodiversity Conservation Strategies in Agricultural Landscapes.
• Sustainable Extraction and Management of Natural Resources.
• Conservation and Restoration of Natural Habitats and Ecosystems.
• Policy and Governance for Effective Natural Resource Management.

• Dr. Kanat M. Tireuov, Professor, Chairman of the Board - Rector of the S. Seifullin Kazakh Agrotechnical Research University, Astana, Kazakhstan.
• Dr. Kristina Toderich, Professor, International Platform for Dryland Research and Education, Tottori University, Tottori, Japan.
• Dr. Hakimjon A. Hushvaktov, Professor, Vice-Rector for Research and Innovations, Samarkand State University, Samarkand, Uzbekistan.
• Dr. Moreno Toselli, Associate Professor, Department of Agricultural and Food Sciences, University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy.
• Dr. Toshpulot F. Rajabov, Professor, Director of the Institute of Agrobiotechnology and Food Security, Samarkand State University, Samarkand, Uzbekistan.
• Dr. Gavhar Dushanova, Professor, Head of the Department of Biotechnology, Samarkand State University, Samarkand, Uzbekistan.
• Dr. Zafar Ismailov, Professor, Department of Biotechnology, Samarkand State University, Samarkand, Uzbekistan.
• Dr. Salikh Tashpulatov, Professor, Chairperson of the Consortium for the Advancement of Science and Technology, Tashkent, Uzbekistan.

• Dr. Diana Di Gioia, Department of Agricultural and Food Sciences, University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy.
• Dr. Ferenc Lantos, Plant Science and Environmental Protection Institute, University of Szeged, Szeged, Hungary.
• Dr. Haradhan Kolya, Jeonbuk National University, Jeonju, Republic of Korea.
• Dr. Salim Gasmi, University Larbi Tebessi, Tebessa, Algeria.
• Dr. Mihaela Ivanova, University of Food Technologies, Plovdiv, Bulgaria.
• Dr. Maria Momchilova, Institute of Food Preservation and Quality, Plovdiv, Bulgaria.
• Dr. Mohsen Barzegar, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran.
• Dr. Ashabil Aygan, Kahramanmaras Sutcu Imam University, Kahramanmaras, Turkey.
• Dr. Aamir Hussain Dar, Department of Food Technology, Islamic University of Science and Technology Awantipora Kashmir, India.

• To register for the conference, participants are required to submit brief abstracts of up to 800 words. This can be done by registering with the AST Consortium platform. Abstracts will be reviewed and accepted on a rolling basis, and the Conference Committee will ensure that the submission topic aligns with the conference's scope.

• The abstracts must meet the formatting requirements specified in the template. Each abstract must correspond to the scope of the conference and reflect results of independent research. All abstracts must be original; all the files submitted by the authors will be checked for plagiarism. The maximum number of authors in one abstract is six.

• Once an abstract is accepted, it is mandatory that at least one of the authors present either in-person or virtually (oral session presentation or with a poster). Authors can submit multiple abstracts for review, but if more than one is accepted, each additional abstract will require an extra fee. There are no limitations on the number of abstracts being submitted by the author. However, we highly recommend to submit no more than three abstracts from one author.

• In addition, we highly recommend submitting abstracts as early as possible, as this will give the Committee ample time to review and provide feedback. There are different registration deadlines (early bird, registration, and late) with a changing amount of registration fee.



• By submitting an abstract, authors have the opportunity to present their research to a global audience, engage with peers, and receive valuable feedback. It is an excellent opportunity to showcase their work and contribute to the advancement of their field. All accepted abstracts will appear in the Conference Book of Abstracts. Once an abstract is accepted, the authors are invited to submit a full paper for publication in the conference proceedings or edited volumes by the deadline.

1. Register: Visit the Zoom website to download the app. Upon registration, you'll receive a confirmation email with details on how to access the virtual platform.
2. Tech Check: Prior to the event, ensure you have a stable internet connection and the latest version of Zoom installed on your device. Test your audio and video settings to avoid any technical glitches during the conference.
3. Accessing the Event: On the day of the event, simply log in to the virtual platform using the unique link provided in your confirmation email. You'll have access to the full agenda, speaker profiles, and interactive features to enhance your experience.
4. Engage and Connect: Don't be shy! Take advantage of the virtual networking opportunities to connect with speakers, sponsors, and fellow participants. Join breakout sessions, participate in discussions, and make the most out of your virtual conference experience.

• After having your abstract submitted, reviewed, and registered for the conference, the authors are required to submit a piece of original research that is not under consideration elsewhere. The full-length papers must meet the formatting requirements specified in the 'Full paper template'. The full-length paper submissions are accepted on the rolling basis (right after the acceptance of the paper abstract and completed registration for the conference). One registered abstract implies submitting one full-length paper for publication either in the conference proceedings, edited book volumes, or academic journals.

• To ensure the originality of the papers, all incoming full papers will be checked for plagiarism. Additionally, all paper submissions will be peer-reviewed by at least two independent scholars. This process guarantees that the papers accepted for publication at the conference are of the highest quality. The proceedings editors will assist in finalizing papers for publication.

• Authors will have an opportunity to submit a revised full paper after the conference, based on the feedback received during the discussions and interactions with other participants. This is an excellent opportunity to refine and improve the research work further, as well as to present their research to a global audience.

• After conducting a peer review, the editors assign the type of publication based on the quality of the submission: conference proceedings ("Conference Paper"), edited volumes ("Book Chapter"), or academic journal ("Article"). Full papers are published within 4-12 month after being submitted to the publisher (depending on the type of publication). All published papers are sent for coverage by the leading databases (Scopus, Web of Science, and others).

• Registration: March 30, 2024.

• Day 1 (video conference): April 9, 2024.
• Day 2 (poster session): April 10, 2024.

• On the rolling basis, but no later than April 24, 2024.

• Conference proceedings: approx. 4 month after submission to the publisher.
• Edited volumes: approx. 6 month after submission to the publisher.
• Journal issues: on the rolling basis.

• Participation with a paper publication: US$150.
• Participation without paper publication: US$100.
• Listener: US$80.

• Virtual access to conference and poster sessions.
• Program booklet & Book of Abstracts (PDF).
• One paper publication in the proceedings / edited volumes / academic journals (covered by Scopus, Web of Science). At least one paper author must present virtually.
• Proceedings copy (PDF).
• Certificate of participation.
• Conference videos and other materials.