CQU academics Dr Amoakoh Gyasi-Agyei and Dr Yeboah Gyasi-Agyei are leaders in coordination of the International Conference on Adaptive Science and Technology for Developing Nations, due to be held in Ghana December 10-12, 2007.

The paper submission deadline for this event is August 30.

Amoakoh, a Telecommunications and Electronics Engineer, is the general organising chair for the world event while Yeboah, a Hydrology and Water Engineer, is leading the Water Management and Civil Engineering segment. Both CQU academics are on the Australian Region Liaison and International Advisory committees.

Dr Amoakoh Gyasi-Agyei
Dr Yeboah Gyasi-Agyei

ICASTDN is a premier international multi-conference bringing together researchers, investors, industry professionals, policy makers, academics, bureaucrats, administrators and any person interested in insightful dialog that promotes innovative and investment-linked strategies needed to improve human life.

Details of the conference are at:  http://home.vicnet.net.au/~icastdn/  .

Amoakoh said there are several benefits relating to involvement in the conference.

"Delegates to the event will gain through networking and sharing of ideas and knowledge," he said.

"There are also benefits to Australia since Aussie industries will be showcased in terms of investment opportunities in Ghana.

"And of course CQU will gain from participating through a boost in profile in terms of overseas student recruitment."