Second announcement for KBRS and call for abstracts
This year we celebrate the 20th Kimberly Biodiversity Research Symposium (KBRS) that will be held in-person and virtually on Wednesday the 17 September 2025 at Sol Plaatje University in Kimberley. Our Keynote speaker this year has confirmed as Dr. Hugo Bezuidenhout (see the second announcement for more information).
Abstracts:
You are cordially invited to submit your abstract(s) for consideration. Presentations on any field or theme of biodiversity related research will be considered, however contributions directly applicable to the Northern Cape Province will be prioritised.
Abstract submission deadline for in-person presentations is: 24 July 2025.
Abstract format: See the registration form example for the information required.
Registrations:
The number of in-person delegates will be restricted to 100 people and registration will be on a first come first serve basis. To register, please scan the QR code to take you to the registration form. If you experience any problems with accessing the registration form, please give us a call or complete the registration form and email it to the KBRS email address (in the form).
The deadline for registrations for both in-person and virtual attendance is: 1 August 2025.
Sponsorship
Sol Plaatje University has kindly sponsored the venue this year again, however the KBRS still requires sponsorship to cover the costs on the day, such as catering etc. Please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. if you would like to be a sponsor.
SACNASP CPD
This event qualifies for Category 1 Continuous Professional Development (CPD) points, essential for South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions (SACNASP) certification.