WRTI Events

26TH TO 28TH SEPTEMBER,2023

ANNOUNCEMENT OF THE 1ST WILDLIFE SCIENTIFIC CONFERENCE, 2023

26TH TO 28TH SEPTEMBER,2023

ABOUT THE CONFERENCE ORGANIZERS

Date

September 26-09-2023

Location

LAKE NAIVASHA RESORT, NAIVASHA.

ABOUT EVENT / WRTI

The Wildlife Research & Training Institute (WRTI) is organizing the 1st Wildlife Scientific Conference to be held in Naivasha, Kenya, under the theme: “Use of Wildlife Science for enhanced Biodiversity Conservation and improved Livelihoods”.

The purpose of the conference is to showcase wildlife scientific output, share experiences and expertise with other scientists globally as well as act as a channel to disseminate information gathered on wildlife science for decision-making. The focus will be on well-researched scientific papers on discoveries, innovations, technologies and applications in wildlife conservation and sustainable utilization

Conference Schedule / dont forget it

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Day 03
September 28-09-2023

Kiboko Hall
2-Way Hall
Acacia Hall

8.00 - 8.15

Conference Registration

8.15 – 9.00

Keynote Address Five – Regulation of wildlife research in Kenya- Kiboko Hall

9.00 – 9.15

Role of research in the implementation of EAC Wildlife Strategy

9.15 – 9.30

Sub-theme Keynote Presentation(Addressing wildlife health challenges through One Health approach)

9.30 – 9.45

Recurrent anthrax outbreaks in humans, livestock and wildlife in the same locality, Kenya (2014-2017)

9.45 - 10.00

Evaluating temporal patterns of anthrax outbreaks in Kenya’s wildlife and the control measures instituted to control and prevent anthrax events in the country

10.30 - 10.45

Behavior and parasitism in a wild baboon population

10.45 -11.00

Evidence of co-exposure with Brucella spp, Coxiella burnetti and Rift Valley fever virus among various species of wildlife in Kenya

11.15 – 11.30

Gastrointestinal nematodes and physiology at the LivestockWildlife Interface in Kenya

11.30 – 11.45

Gastrointestinal parasite dynamics at the livestock-wildlife interface in Laikipia, Kenya

11.45 - 12.00

Non-invasive assessment of ovarian activity in free-ranging eastern Black Rhinoceros (Diceros bicornis michaeli) in Kenya

12.00 - 12.15

Assessment of heavy metal contaminants in Nkenye Stream in Meru south – Kenya

12.15 – 12.30

A One Health approach to engaging communities better in long term elephant conservation.

12.30 – 12.45

Southern white rhino gifts to Aitong, Kenya – fly in the ointment?

12.45 – 13.00

Q&A

14.00 – 14.15

Seroprevalence of Neospora caninum in spotted hyena populations in areas of high and low anthropogenic activity in the Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya

14.15 – 14.30

The physiological condition of orphaned African elephants

14.30 – 14.45

Variability in water quality parameters within Kenyan Rhino areas and potential toxicity from water uptake

14.45 – 15.00

Using a One Health Approach to address Wildlife Disease Challenge

15.00 - 15.15

Q&A

15.30 – 16.00

Recommendations and Way forward

16.00 – 16.30

Closing Ceremony

8.15 – 9.00

Keynote Address Five – Regulation of wildlife research in Kenya- Kiboko Hall

9.00 – 9.15

Role of research in the implementation of EAC Wildlife Strategy

9.10 – 9.30

Sub-theme Keynote Presentation(Use of new technology in addressing wildlife conservation challenges)

9.30 – 9.45

Compatibility of livestock and wildlife in human occupied rangelands: using traditional pastoralism to enhance conservation of lions in their wild prey in Laikipia, Kenya

9.45 – 10.00

Combining technologies to examine human-lion interactions across scales for improved coexistence

10.30 – 10.45

Flooding of Lake Nakuru National Park and its effects on the resident wildlife

10.45 – 11.00

Hippopotamus suitable habitat analyse in the Pendjari biosphere reserve using remote sensing and GIS tools

11.00 – 11.15

Impacts of the Loisaba Conservancy rhino fence on the behavior of other wildlife species

11.15 – 11.30

Enhancing Mapping of Illegal Wildlife Trade Hotspots in Kenya: Integrating Market Survey and Confiscated Wildlife Meat Analysis

11.30 – 11.45

Introducing a new HEC toolbox and trainer of trainers workshops to enhance human-elephant co-existence.

11.45 – 12.00

Keeping watch on Olgulului Ololarashi group ranch, Amboseli, Kenya

12.00 – 12.15

Leveraging AI and satellite to push the boundary of wildlife survey technologies

12.15 – 12.30

Photo Identification as a tool to study sea turtle populations in Kenyan Marine Protected Areas

12.30 - 12.45

Q&A

14.00 – 14.15

Post-release behavior of rehabilitated and released elephant calves in Sera Rhino Sanctuary, Kenya

14.15 – 14.30

Real-time water quality monitoring using innovative Wireless Sensor Network technology: A pilot study in Lake Nakuru, Kenya

14.45-15.00

Using GPS tracking data to assess elephant movement in relation to risk

15.00 – 15.15

No-Take or Regulated-Take?

15.15 -15.30

Q&A

15.30 – 16.00

Recommendations and Way forward

16.00 – 16.30

Closing Ceremony

8.15 – 9.00

Keynote Address Five – Regulation of wildlife research in Kenya- Kiboko Hall

9.00 – 9.15

Role of research in the implementation of EAC Wildlife Strategy

9.10 – 9.30

Sub-theme Keynote Presentation(Use of biotechnology and bio-prospecting for enhanced socioeconomic benefits)

9.30 – 9.45

A New Gem: Steganotaenia araliacea, a new host plant for edible Bunaea alcinoe larva in Yatta plateau, Machakos, Kenya

9.45 – 10.00

Bioprospecting for Thermophilic break-down of keratin-laden biomass waste

11.00 – 11.15

Conservation of lions in Samburu through improving domestic carnivore welfare

10.30 – 10.45

Effective access and benefit sharing systems key for wildlife conservation and livelihoods improvement.

10.45 – 11.00

Promoting a new species of Cotesia as a first biological control agent against the Mediterranean corn borer, an expanding pest

11.00 – 11.15

The use of cryopreservation in species conservation: Nature’s SAFE The Living Biobank.

11.15 – 11.45

Community perceptions on the enhancement of avitourism activities in Arabuko Sokoke Forest in Kilifi County, Kenya.

11.45 – 12.00

Q&A

12.00 – 12.20

Sub-theme Keynote Presentation(Use of natural capital accounting systems and payment for ecosystem service for socioeconomic benefits)

12.20 -12.35

Implementing payment for ecosystem services scheme in Kenya: The case of Lake Naivasha Basin.

12.35 – 12.50

Dakatcha woodland ecosystem service assessment

12.50 - 13.00

Q&A

14.00 -14.20

Sub-theme Keynote Presentation( Emerging alternative wildlife utilization and enterprises)

14. 20 -14.35

Inventory of wild mushrooms from Central and Nairobi regions in Kenya

14.35 – 14.50

Nature-based tourism in the era of climate change challenges faced by national parks in arid and semi-arid environments

14.50 – 15.05

Socio-economic benefits and advantages for households living in the “W” Transboundary Biosphere Reserve in Benin (WTBR): Necessity to improve the eco-development contribution of natural resources

15 05 – 15.20

Women’s enterprise and empowerment helps to foster tolerance for elephants

15.20 – 15.30

Q&A

15.30 – 16.00

Recommendations and way forward

16.00 – 16.30

Closing Ceremony

Event Speakers

To participate , please call or Whatsapp +254797169435 or email:wrtiscicon2023@wrti. go.ke

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Registration / WRTI Fees

Participants Type	Early Registration	Late Registration
East African Citizens	Ksh. 15,000 or equivalent in USD	Ksh. 20,000 or equivalent in USD
Non-East Africans	USD 250	USD 300
East African students	Ksh.6,000 or equivalent USD	Ksh. 7,500 or equivalent USD
Exhibition Fees	Ksh. 60,000 for 3 days (catering for booth (3x3m), 2 chairs, table, attendance of 2 people

Important Notice on Registration

Early Bird registration is valid until 30th June 2023
East African students must present supporting letters from their institutions and a copy of their student ID.
East African Citizens should present a copy of their passport cover and the last page or National ID.

Payment of registration Fees

For registration and exhibition towards the Conference, kindly make payments to WTI as follows;

Bank Deposit:
WRTI Revenue Account
Kenya Commercial Bank, Naivasha Branch
128 622 4489
Swift Code: KCBLENX

For bank deposits, kindly present the banking slip to the accounts office for receipting.

Accommodation / WRTI Conference

Naivasha town has numerous accommodation facilities ranging from five-star hotels to home-stay apartments. For assistance in booking, please contact wrtiscicon2023@wrti.go.ke or call the secretariat Mobile Number: +254 797 169 435, +254 726 490340

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Event Location

Lake Naivasha Resort, Naivasha.
0713 600002

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Contact Us

All conference emails, enquiries and correspondences, that include symposium, workshop and seminars, should be sent to wrtiscicon2023@wrti.go.ke or submit the form below.