University of Ghana – Nestlé Graduate Students Challenge on Sustainability & Affordable Nutrition

Call for Research Abstracts

Outline of Abstract

1. Title of Abstract:

2. Author name:

3. Affiliation (UG -department/institute/centre):

4. Student ID:

5. Address:

6. E-mail:

7. Phone:

Notes-

- Abstract should focus on scientific evidence generated from graduate research

- The abstract text should not exceed 250 words

- All abstracts must be submitted in English

- Background: Should describe the problem/knowledge gap, the objectives, significance of the study.

- Methods: Describe the target, sampling, data collection and analysis used.

- Results: Clearly present the most compelling findings/outcomes

- Impact: the key message from the study and recommended applications of the findings that solves issue(s) in Sustainability & Affordable Nutrition

- Only graduate students at University of Ghana (all departments) are eligible to submit abstracts

• Entry should be a graduate thesis executed between January 2021- October 2023
• Entry should address issues on sustainability and affordable nutrition i.e.: ensuring wholesome, nutrient-dense foods are accessible, affordable and culturally relevant while also preserving environmental resources and supporting local communities.

All submitted abstracts will be evaluated by an independent team from University of Ghana and Nestlé

Send entries to- (iast@ug.edu.gh) cc: (hosintim@ug.edu.gh) with subject: 2023 Graduate Students Challenge on Sustainability & Affordable Nutrition

Prizes will be awarded to winners during the UG-Nestlé SUMMIT- "Valorising Industry-Academia Partnerships for Sustainability and Affordable Nutrition" on 20^th November 2023

1st prize:     Sponsored Scientific Conference within West Africa + Gift Pack Max

2nd prize:    Sponsored Scientific Conference within West Africa + Gift Pack Midi

3rd prize:     Sponsored Scientific Conference within West Africa + Gift Pack Mono

4^th -10^th prizes:        Nestlé promotional materials (souvenirs)

Closing date for submission of abstracts: 9th November 2023

This event is hosted by CBAS-Institute of Applied Science & Technology.