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World Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Awareness Week (18-24 November, 2024) Poster Competition

On the eve of World Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness Week (18-24 Nov-2024), the Green Youth Movement (GYM) Club University of Turbat (UoT) is conducting a poster competition on ‘‘The Overlapping Crises: Climate Change and the Escalation of the Antimicrobial Resistance’’.

Objectives:

• Raise awareness about the intersection of climate change and antimicrobial resistance (AMR).
• Encourage interdisciplinary understanding among students.
• Foster creativity in presenting scientific information.

Participation Guidelines:

• Students from all departments are invited to participate. 
• Size and format of posters: 21x27 inches and equal weightage of digital and handmade 
• Encourage the use of visuals like charts, graphs, and infographics.
• Limit text to key points for better engagement.

Execution:

• Begin with an opening talk by an expert on climate change and AMR.
• Allow students to set up their posters before the event starts.
• Include a Q&A session where presenters answer questions about their posters.

Incentives:

• Certificates for all participants.
• Prizes for three best posters.

Poster Content:

Encourage posters to cover the following:

• Introduction: Brief explanation of climate change and AMR.
• Key Linkages: How climate change impacts AMR (infographics can help here).
• Case Studies: Real-world examples of AMR in climate-stressed regions.
• Future Challenges: Predicted consequences if the crises remain unaddressed.
• Call to Action: Solutions and what students can do to make a difference.

How to apply:

• Register on: https://forms.gle/fwcBk9jzo1Z3ZMMx5
• Deadline: Wednesday 20^th Nov, 2024.

Competition:

• Event on Thursday, 21^st Nov, 2024.
• Venue: Multipurpose hall.
• Timing: 10:30 am – 1:30 pm.
• Download Flyer

For More Details, Please Contact:

Jeand Baloch

Department of Natural & Basic Sciences

jeand.baloch@uot.edu.pk

03218017139