Second ARISE Scientific Conference
Theme: Catalysing Africa’s Development through Research & Innovation
Dates: 4th - 7th June 2024 Venue: Radisson Blu Resort & Thalasso, Hammamet, Tunisia
Registration Link: Zoom Link
Agenda: View the Agenda
The African Research Initiative for Scientific Excellence (ARISE ) is an innovative Research and Innovation (R&I) support programme implemented by the AAS with support from the African Union Commission (AUC) and the European Commission (EC). The programme is mainly funded by the European Union, with some co-funding from the Carnegie Corporation of New York. Founded on the AU-EU High-Level Policy Dialogue on Science, Technology, and Innovation, ARISE provides a vibrant platform and pathway for R&I exchanges within Africa and beyond, in contribution to sustainable and inclusive development, economic growth, and job creation. Launched in December 2020, the current €25.5 million pilot phase of ARISE - mainly funded by the European Union with additional support from the Carnegie Corporation of New York - supports nearly 600 early- to mid-career researchers across Africa, led by 47 principal investigators (ARISE Fellows), hosted in 38 African countries. More information about ARISE is available here.
From 4-6 June 2024, the AAS, in partnership with the Institut Pasteur de Tunis, shall convene a high-level Scientific event in Hammamet, Tunisia. Through a series of scientific sessions, panel discussions, keynote addresses, poster presentations, and research spotlight talks, the event will convene policymakers, thought leaders, scholars, and ARISE Fellows to showcase and discuss advances, challenges, and opportunities for enhancing investments and partnerships to facilitate research and innovation for development.
At the end of the conference, we hope to have a vibrant community of ARISE scholars committed to brokering connections that enhance their career progression while accelerating their contribution to the transformation of lives in Africa through science. Additionally, key messages from the event in Tunisia shall be presented at the 9th edition of the Science Summit being organised at the margins of the 79th UN General Assembly in September 2024. As the world convenes under the auspices of the Summit of the Future, we hope that insights from ARISE will contribute to solutions aimed at accelerating efforts made by the world to meet existing international commitments and take concrete steps to respond to emerging challenges and opportunities.
For more information view the attached Agenda
Dear Participants,
Here's some information regarding the upcoming High-Level Scientific Event for the African Research Initiative for Scientific Excellence programme of the African Academy of Sciences in Hammamet, Tunisia.
Conference venue and accommodation:
The conference will take place from 3-6 June 2024 at the Radisson Blu Resort & Thalasso Hammamet (in the center of Hammamet).
AAS will cater for the accommodation of the guests. ARISE fellows and their travelling parties are at liberty to source for alternative accommodation within the vicinity of the meeting venue.
Air tickets:
The AAS has made prior travel arrangements for conference guests and speakers. We kindly wish to inform the fellows and their travelling party that they will be responsible for their own expenses for travel and during their stay in Tunisia unless other arrangements have been made with the AAS and/or the Arise Team.
Visas and Entry to Tunisia:
It is your responsibility to check, based on your nationality, if you are required a visa to enter Tunisia. If so, please follow the necessary steps to submit your application on time. Currently, there are no required vaccinations to enter Tunisia.
Arrival and pick up:
For the event guests and speakers, the AAS will provide airport transfer from the airport to the hotel. There will be a driver on standby with a plaque bearing your name. You may communicate with the contacts below in case of changes in your itinerary. For the ARISE Fellows and their travelling party, please arrange in advance your pickup upon arrival at Tunis-Carthage International Airport, through booking your ride with your hotel, using uber-like app, or with the group ride. Please note that the only way to reach Hammamet from the airport is by road. Group rides will be organized by the local organizing team led by Dr Emna Harigua (contacts tab) from the airport to Hammamet. If you need to book your ride, please fill the corresponding cases in the Logistic form. Your arrival plan should be known ahead of time.
Workshop details:
3rd June: pre-conference workshop (closed event for ARISE fellows)
4th– 6th June: The main conference
Agenda is attached at the about tab
Weather:
Days are usually hot with balmy evenings, so visitors should pack light and cool clothing. The average daily maximum is 29°C and the average daily minimum is 19°C. Please check for weather updates for Hammamet.
Your departure from Tunis, Tunisia:
You are required to be at Tunis Carthage International Airport at least 3 hours before your flight departure time. Therefore, your departure from the hotel must take into consideration your travel time from your Hammamet to the airport in Tunis (60 to 90 min). Make sure your travel arrangement is made a day prior to your departure to avoid uncertainty.
Other important travel information
Who to contact in case of an emergency?
Dr. Emna Harigua (Host Contact):
emna.harigua@pasteur.utm.tn
+21652397260
Dorcas Waithaka (AAS Contact):
d.waithaka@aasciences.africa
+254720909300
Dr. Rafeh Oualha (Host Contact):
oualha_rafeh@yahoo.fr
+21622571182
Dr. Oussama Souiai (Host Contact):
souiai@gmail.com
+21690067924
Miss. Sonia Abbes (Host Contact):
soniaabbes1997@gmail.com
+21655804021