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Agricultural Biotechnology Seminar Series 2023 – Seminar 1: Development of Agricultural Resources Through Genome Editing Platforms

    June 20, 2023
    10:00 am - 11:45 am
    Virtual (KST/UTC+9)
    Seoul, Republic of Korea

Part of the Agricultural Biotechnology Seminar Series, this virtual seminar was a one-day event led by experts on the development of agricultural biotechnology and efforts to develop improved varieties using genome editing. Talks covered recent trends in genome editing and showcased research successes in genome edited crops and livestock. The event was organized by the Agriculture & Food Systems Institute (AFSI), with the Republic of Korea as the sponsoring economy and host of the event.

Agricultural Biotechnology Seminar Series

This project provides a platform for APEC member economies to share resources, exchange experiences, and promote knowledge for the adoption, use, and trade of products of agricultural biotechnology. By showcasing research and policy successes, the series seeks to foster greater participation and enhance engagement in the APEC High Level Policy Dialogue on Agricultural Biotechnology (HLPDAB) outside of the annual meeting.

This seminar’s objectives were:

  • Highlight recent trends in genome editing.
  • Showcase research on the use of genome editing in breeding programs.
  • Provide a forum for economies to share experiences and discuss how genome editing can help improve the quality of crops and livestock.

Agenda

10:00 am

Technical Introduction

Dr. Bhavneet Bajaj
Manager – Scientific Programs, Agriculture & Food Systems Institute, USA

10:05 am

Welcome and Opening Remarks

Dr. Teak Ryoun Kwon
Director General of the Technology Cooperation Bureau, RDA Rural Development Administration, Republic of Korea

10:10 am

Recent Trends in Genome Editing

Dr. Sang Su Bae
Professor, College of Medicine, Seoul National University, Republic of Korea

10:25 am

Research Program on Genome Edited Crops in South Korea: New Breeding Technology Center

Dr. Young Hee Joung
Professor, Chonnam National University and Head, New Breeding Technology Center, Republic of Korea

10:40 am

Quality Improvement of Chinese Cabbage by Genome Editing

Dr. Si Chul Lee
Director, Metabolic Engineering Division, Rural Development Administration, Republic of Korea

10:55 am

Application of Genome Editing to Cattle

Dr. Goo Jang
Professor, College of Veterinary Medicine, Seoul National University, Republic of Korea

11:10 am

Moderated Q&A Session

Dr. Bhavneet Bajaj (moderator)
Manager – Scientific Programs, Agriculture & Food Systems Institute, USA

11:40 am

Closing Remarks

Dr. Tae Hun Ryu
Director, Biosafety Division, Rural Development Administration, Republic of Korea

 *AFSI is supported by a grant from the USDA FAS New Technologies and Production Methods Division.

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