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LAHORE, Nov 19 (APP):The University of Education (UE) Lahore inaugurated the 4th two-day International Conference on Emerging Trends in Zoology (ZEST 2025), here on Wednesday.
The event brings together leading scientists and researchers from around the world to exchange knowledge and explore the latest developments in zoological sciences.
The conference focuses on the theme “From Ecosystems to Genomes: Bridging Zoology for a Sustainable Future,” highlighting global advancements and interdisciplinary approaches aimed at addressing contemporary environmental and biological challenges.
Presided over by UE Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Aqif Anwar Chaudhry, with Principal Kinnaird College Lahore Prof Dr Iram Anjum as chief guest, the opening ceremony marked the beginning of a comprehensive academic programme featuring 17 international speakers from the USA, Malaysia, UAE, Egypt, Portugal, Türkiye, Algeria, Kazakhstan, Chile, Poland, Sweden, the UK and Austria. In addition, 21 prominent scholars from universities across Pakistan are participating.
Over the course of the conference, 88 abstracts will be presented highlighting cutting-edge research and emerging scientific directions in zoology.
Addressing the inaugural session, the Vice Chancellor commended the Zoology Department, Division of Science and Technology, for successfully organizing the event. He said the growing challenges faced by the global ecosystem demand advanced research in zoological sciences and emphasized the role of international academic forums in connecting ecological studies with genomic sciences to support sustainable development.
Chief guest Prof Dr Iram Anjum praised the University of Education for hosting an intellectually rich platform that brings together distinguished scholars from across the globe. She underlined the importance of emerging scientific trends in zoology and expressed hope that ZEST 2025 would open avenues for meaningful collaboration, innovation and long-term scientific partnerships.
Former Vice Chancellor UVAS Prof Dr Naseem Ahmed, Chairperson Department of Zoology Prof. Dr. Shagufta Andleeb, and Director Division of Science and Technology Prof Dr Muhammad Alam Saeed also addressed the ceremony. Faculty members, administrative staff and a large number of students attended the event.