The first "Biological Sciences and Environmental Solutions for the Achievement of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)" conference serves as a global platform to address the urgent need for sustainable solutions to the world’s most pressing environmental and developmental challenges. The "BSES-SDGs" International Conference is dedicated to the 90th anniversary of the Faculty of Biology, as well as the 10th anniversary of the Research Institute of Biology at Yerevan State University. 

Established in 1935, the Faculty of Biology traces its origins to the founding of the university. It serves as aleading scientific and educational center in Armenia, training highly qualified specialists in various fields of biology. Alumni of the faculty are working in leading educational and research institutions all over the world. Biological and environmental sciences play a transformative role in tackling critical issues such as climate change, biodiversity loss, food insecurity, water scarcity, and public health crises, all of which are central to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This conference will bring together leading scientists, educators, policymakers, and practitioners from diverse disciplines to explore the intersection of biological processes, environmental management, and technological innovation. Through insightful discussions, groundbreaking research presentations, and collaborative sessions with a focus on practical applications and policy implications that align with the achievement of specific SDGs. 

Key themes of  BSES-SDGs conference include all aspects of biological research: Cell Biology, Genomics, Proteomics, Metabolomics, Systems Biology, Plant and Fungi Secondary Metabolites, Immunology, Neuroscience, Structural Biology, Animal and Plant Physiology, Bioengineering, Biotechnology, Evolutionary Biology, Bioethics, Plant Science, Microbiology, Zoology, Mycology, Molecular Biology, Biomedicine, Developmental Biology, Biostatistics, Biochemistry, Biophysics and  Bioinformatics. The key themes related to environmental solutions are:  Climate Science, Environmental Policy and Governance, Ecological Restoration, Ecological & Conservation Biology, Sustainable Land Management, Environmental Economics, Renewable Energy and Sustainability, Geospatial Science and Remote Sensing, Hydrology and Watershed Management, Environmental Toxicology, Energy Systems and Sustainability, Environmental Law, Waste Management and Resource Recovery, Eco-innovation and Green Technologies, Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), Carbon Management and Climate Finance, Air and Water Quality Management, Sustainable Fisheries and Marine Conservation, Agricultural and Crop Science, Environmental Health Science, Ecotourism and Sustainable Development for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). 

The conference delves into interdisciplinary approaches to sustainable development, fostering global collaboration, and bridging the gap between research and practice. By inspiring actionable strategies and driving impactful change, this event seeks to harness the transformative power of the biological and environmental sciences to address pressing global challenges and achieve SDGs.

High-quality short papers, following rigorous peer review, will be published in esteemed outlets, including books by IGI Global (USA), De Gruyter Germany, AAP-CRC Taylor and Francis (USA), and Wiley-Scrivener (USA). Selected papers will also be considered for publication in special issues of prestigious journals, including Frontiers in Plant Science (Impact Factor: 4.2) (Q1) and the Egyptian Journal of Soil Science (Impact Factor: 1.9) (Q3). All publications will be indexed in world-renowned databases, including Scopus, Web of Science, Google Scholar, and ORCID.

Join us in the vibrant city of Yerevan from September 24-26, 2025, as we celebrate the remarkable 90-year legacy of the Faculty of Biology and the 10th anniversary of the Research Institute of Biology at Yerevan State University, Armenia—a legacy built on excellence, innovation, and impact. Together, let us explore the transformative power of biological and environmental sciences in shaping a sustainable future for our planet and generations to come.