International Conference on Science, Technology, and Innovation for Sustainable Development (Online)

Science, technology, and innovation (STI) play a vital role in shaping the future of our world. From tackling with the issue of climate change and ensuring of energy security to improving healthcare and bridging economic disparities, STI drives towards progress across all the aspects of life.

By integrating STI with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of United Nations, we can create a future that would not only be technologically advanced but also be of socially just and environmentally sustainable. Recognizing the power of this intersection, we are organizing a Two-Day International Conference on Science, Technology, and Innovation for Sustainable Development. Scheduled to take place  on last week of July, 2025, this conference will provide a platform for scholars, policymakers, industry leaders, and civil society to exchange ideas; accelerate research collaborations; and explore innovative solutions for sustainable development in Pakistan and beyond. This conference would be more than just of an academic gathering, it is for creating a space  instead for an academic environment of meaningful dialogue, research collaboration, and policy innovation. By bringing the academic experts together from various fields, this conference would aim to generate practical solutions contributing towards the attainment of sustainable development goals of Pakistan. We will invite researchers, policymakers, and industry leaders to join us in shaping a future, wherein, science and technology would drive in the direction of achieving social, economic, and environmental well-being.

Scope of the Conference

This conference aims to bridge the gap between academia and industry, and encourage impactful discussions that would lead to generate practical solutions meeting with the challenges of sustainability. As a consequence of keynote speeches, panel discussions, workshops, and paper presentations; the environment of the conference would provide the participants a platform to engage in knowledge-sharing and interdisciplinary collaboration. The event will spotlight emerging technological trends, innovations, and best practices for the sustainable socio-economic development in the region and across the globe indeed.

Objectives

The key goals of the conference include:

• • To strengthen the connections between academia, industry, and policymakers to accelerate sustainable development,

• • To showcase the advancements in STI that foster economic growth and social progress,

• • To encourage the interdisciplinary collaboration and research excellence,

• • To promote the digital transformation and the adoption of emerging technologies in Pakistan,

• • To highlight the role of cultural heritage, tourism, and indigenous knowledge in sustainable development, &

• • To inspire the students and researchers to align their work with the SDGs and contribute in generating innovative solutions.

Thematic Areas

The conference invites contributions in the following key areas:

1. 1. Scientific Knowledge Production, Technology, and Innovation– How scientific advancements fuel economic and environmental sustainability.

1. 1. Artificial Intelligence (AI), Emerging Technologies, and Society– Exploring impact of AI  on governance, industry, and society.

1. 1. Health, STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) Education, and the Knowledge-Based Economy– The role of education and research in driving sustainable progress.

1. 1. Digital Space, E-Commerce, and Emerging Business Models– The role of digital transformation in economic resilience and sustainable business practices.

1. 1. Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Indigenous Knowledge– Understanding how cultural heritage and indigenous knowledge contribute to sustainability and local economic development.

1. 1. Language and Literature in the Age of Technology– Examining the evolving relationship between technology and cultural expression.

1. 1. Climate Change, Energy, and Sustainability– Addressing climate action, renewable energy solutions, and sustainable environmental policies.

1. 1. Sustainable Development– Exploring multi-dimensional approaches to achieving the SDGs.

Abstract and Paper Submission Details

• • Abstract Submission Deadline: April 15, 2025 (Max 250 words) Extended May 25, 2025

• • Notification of Acceptance: Upto 2nd week of June 2025

• • Deadline for Final Paper submission: 2nd week of July 2025

• • Registration Deadline for Authors: 3rd week of July 2025

• • Online Abstract Submission link: 

• • https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfHO2kiqTgBOsGdDVpvklQgdz-Img5P6Ntb6bzqS34Rd8X9lg/viewform

OR email to secretariat@gsisd.org

Conference Venue: Online

• • Papers should follow the APA referencing style.

Conference Fees

Students: PKR 3,000 (Students who are registered members of any research organization can submit an abstract free of cost)

Faculty and Others: PKR 5,000  Faculty members of all HEC-recognized institutions can submit an abstract free of cost. However, the publication fee for accepted papers will be shared by the organizers of this conference.

Note: The registration fee for the conference will be exclusively utilized to support research and academic development initiatives, accelerating innovation, knowledge dissemination, and scholarly excellence.

Publication Opportunity

Selected papers will be considered for publication in HEC-recognized journals, ensuring a lasting academic and policy impact.