Historic Milestone

The inaugural joint NMK–AKE Scientific Conference marked a historic milestone in advancing interdisciplinary research and dialogue around biodiversity and heritage conservation in Africa. Held at the National Museums of Kenya, the conference brought together over 300 delegates, including more than 70 early career scientists, showcasing the next generation of African researchers and conservation leaders.

Theme

“Utilization of Biological Resources for Sustainable Development, Nature Conservation, and Climate Resilience”

Sessions & Discussions

• Oral & Poster Presentations
• Policy Discussions
• Knowledge Exchange: Ecology, Taxonomy, Agriculture, Health, Digital Tech

Publications

A significant number of papers presented during the conference have been published in leading journals:

• International Journal of Tropical Insect Science
• African Journal of Biodiversity Conservation

Book of Abstracts Citation

The Book of Abstracts for the conference can be cited as follows:

Malaki P, Lusweti A, Muthama E, Wasonga V, Bwong B, Gathu R, Kirika P, Kioko G, Macharia J, Ngoka B, Namikoye S, Musila S, Nafula L, Kioko E and Rucina S. (Eds), (2024).
1st Joint International Scientific Conference: Utilization of Biological Resources for Sustainable Development, Nature Conservation, and Climate Resilience, 2024.
National Museums of Kenya,
Nairobi, Kenya.
ISBN: 9966–955–27–5.

Book of Proceedings Citation:

The Book of Proceedings for the conference can be cited as follows:

Malaki P, Namikoye S, Kioko G, Muthama E, Bwong B, Kirika P, Macharia J, Ngoka B, and Kioko E (Eds.) (2025),
1st Joint International Scientific Conference Proceedings: Utilization of Biological Resources for Sustainable Development, Nature Conservation, and Climate Resilience.
National Museums of Kenya, Nairobi

Launch of the Book of Proceedings

One of the landmark outcomes of the first conference was the publication of a Book of Proceedings, which was officially launched by Hon. Hannah Wendot Cheptumo, Cabinet Secretary, Ministry of Gender, Culture, and Children Services, during the NMK Science Expo 2025 on 18th May 2025.

Official launch of the Book of Proceedings By Hon. Hanna Wendot Cheptumo ( Right ) 2025.

The book provides:

• Summaries of all papers presented
• Key recommendations for policy, research, and community action
• A framework for translating scientific insights into conservation strategies

The publication serves as both a scientific reference and a practical guide for stakeholders across sectors, bridging the gap between knowledge generation and actionable impact.