Welcome message The Asia-Pacific Conference on Algal Biotechnology (APCAB) is organized once every three years in a different country in the Asia-Pacific Region under the auspices of Asia-Pacific Society for Applied Phycology (APSAP). On the occasion of the 9th APCAB, King Mongkuts University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT) in Thailand has been tasked with organizing the conference under the theme of Algae for Food, Feed, Fuel and Beyond on 15-18 November, 2016 at the Century Park Hotel, Bangkok, Thailand. This conference will provide a platform for students, scientists, technologists and people who are working with both macro- and microalgae in the diverse organizations and industry in the Asia-Pacific region to share their experience. The majority of algal research in the Asia-Pacific region is in the field of taxonomy, biology, physiology, ecology, cultivation, biochemistry, bioprocesses, biotechnology, bioinformatics and systems biology of macro- and microalgae, including value-added products and their applications. Therefore, the conference will gather experts of all fields to exchange ideas and experience. The participants can update their research work status, knowledge, technology and policy. Moreover, the aim of this conference is to expand the networks, partnerships and collaborations between different universities and/or entrepreneurs in the field. We will have an exciting array of keynote speakers and APCAB will be offering prizes for the best presentations. On behalf of the Organizing Committee, we would like to warmly invite all of you to attend the 9th APCAB 2016 Conference and submit the papers. We are looking forward to welcoming you in Bangkok. Assoc. Prof. Boosya Bunnag Conference Chair Prof. Yong-Ki Hong President, Asia-Pacific Society of Applied Phycology

APCAB 2016 Committees Advisory Committee Prof. Yong-Ki Hong Department of Biotechnology, Pukyong National University (Korea) Dr. Lim Phaik Eem Institute of Biological Sciences, University of Malaya (Malaysia) Assoc. Prof. Anong Chirapart Faculty of Fisheries, Kasetsart University (Thailand) Dr. Navid Moheimani Algae R&D Centre, Murdoch University (Australia) Prof. Michael Borowitzka Algae R&D Center, Murdoch University (Australia) Dr. Senthil Chinnasamy Aban Infrastructure Pvt Ltd, Biotechnology Division (India) Prof. Avigad Vonshak The Jacob Blaustein Institute for Desert Research, BGU (Israel) Prof. Choul-Gyun Lee Department of Biological Engineering, Inha University (Korea) Prof. Phang Siew Moi Institute of Biological Sciences, University of Malaya (Malaysia) Dr. Yeong Hui Yin Institute of Ocean & Earth Sciences, University of Malaya (Malaysia) Prof. Sammy Boussiba The Jacob Blaustein Institute for Desert Research, BGU (Israel) Professor Emeritus Morakot Tanticharoen King Mongkuts University of Technology Thonburi (Thailand) Assoc. Prof. Sakarindr Bhumiratana King Mongkuts University of Technology Thonburi (Thailand) Professor Emeritus Khanjanapaj Lewmanomont Faculty of Fisheries, Kasetsart University (Thailand) Organizing Committee Conference Chair Assoc. Prof. Boosya Bunnag King Mongkuts University of Technology Thonburi (Thailand) Scientific Committee: Prof. Michael Borowitzka Algae R&D Centre, Murdoch University (Australia) Prof. Phang Siew Moi Institute of Biological Sciences, University of Malaya (Malaysia) Prof. Avigad Vonshak The Jacob Blaustein Institute for Desert Research, BGU (Israel) Dr. Lim Phaik Eem Institute of Biological Sciences, University of Malaya (Malaysia) Prof. Yong-Ki Hong Department of Biotechnology, Pukyong National University (Korea) Prof. Iwane Suzuki Graduate School of Life and Environmental Sciences, University of Tsukuba (Japan) Professor Emeritus Milagrosa R. Martinez-Goss Institute of Biological Sciences, University of the Philippines (Philippines) Dr. Teresita R. Perez School of Environmental Science, Ateneo de Manila University (Philippines) Prof. Aran Incharoensakdi Chulalongkorn University (Thailand) Assoc. Prof. Yuwadee Peerapornpisal Chiang Mai University (Thailand) Assoc. Prof. Anchana Prathep Prince of Songkla University (Thailand) Assoc. Prof. Anong Chirapart Kasetsart University (Thailand) Dr. Jantana Praiboon Kasetsart University (Thailand) Dr. Jeeraporn Pekkoh Chiang Mai University (Thailand) Asst. Prof. Kittisak Yokthongwattana Mahidol University (Thailand) Dr. Metha Meetam Mahidol University (Thailand)

Dr. Jittra Teeramaethee Institute of Marine Science, Burapha University (Thailand) Dr. Sorawit Powtongsook National Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (Thailand) Dr. Apiradee Hongsthong National Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (Thailand) Dr. Kalyanee Paithoonrangsarid National Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (Thailand) Dr. Peerada Prommeenate National Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (Thailand) Dr. Chiraphan Khannapho National Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (Thailand) Assoc. Prof. Supapon Cheevadhanarak King Mongkuts University of Technology Thonburi (Thailand) Asst. Prof. Marasri Ruengjitchatchawalya King Mongkuts University of Technology Thonburi (Thailand) Dr. Wipawan Siangdung King Mongkuts University of Technology Thonburi (Thailand)

Contact Conference Secretariat King Mongkuts University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT) 49 Thian Thale 25, Tha Kham, Bang Khun Thain, Bangkok 10150, Thailand. Tel. 66 2470 7401, 66 2470 7452 Fax: 66 2452 3466 Email: apcab2016kmutt@gmail.com Conference website For more information, please visit the conference website at www.apcab2016.com Conference Topics

1. Taxonomy, Biology, Ecology and Biodiversity of Algae 2. Cultivation, Bioprocesses and Biotechnology 3. Algae and the Environment 4. Algal Omics and Applications 5. Algal Biorefinery and Industrial Trends: Food, Feed, Neutraceuticals and Pharmaceuticals

Keynote Speakers Professor John Beardall School of Biological Sciences, Monash University

John Beardall was born in the UK and has a BSc (Hons) in Microbiology (1973) and a PhD (1976) from the University of London. After post-doctoral fellowships at what is now the School of Ocean Sciences at Menai Bridge, North Wales and later at the University of Dundee, in Scotland, he joined the lecturing staff at La Trobe University in Australia in 1982. In 1988 he took up an appointment as Senior Lecturer at Monash University, where he is currently a Professor. John has over 40 years experience in algal physiology, with a broad range of interests, and has published extensively on aspects of photosynthesis, respiratory metabolism, nutrient transport and energetics. He is also co-author of a textbook on plant biochemistry and one on marine photosynthesis. He has a published >150 international journal articles and 19 book chapters, and has also interacted strongly with industry, having written 11 substantial reports for various organizations. In recent years his research has been focused on aspects of the impacts of global change on marine and freshwater phytoplankton, including the effects of elevated CO2, ocean acidification and UVB on algal physiological performance. In addition, he also has interests in the role of algae in CO2 sequestration and in bioremediation, especially of heavy metal contamination. Professor Arthur Grossman Department of Plant Biology, The Carnegie Institution, Stanford

Keynote Speakers Dr. Yonghua Li-Beisson French Atomic and Alternative Energies Commission

Yonghua Li-Beisson is a senior scientist at the French Atomic and Alternative Energies Commission in France. Her current research focus is on unravelling the biological mechanisms underlying oil accumulation in algal cells when exposed to stress conditions; and how to bypass the requirement of stress for massive oil accumulation using molecular genetic means. She received her PhD in 2002 from the University of Hull (UK) under the direction of Professor Colin Ratledge; followed by postdoctoral research in the lab of Professor John Ohlrogge at Michigan State University (USA). Her research has focused on the metabolism of lipids, first in yeast, then in higher plants, and lately in microalgae since 2010. She has over 15 years of research experience in lipids, lipid metabolism and biotechnological application of lipids. Dr. Li-Beission has published over 30 peer-reviewed articles and has 4 patents. Professor Il Soo Moon Graduate School of Medicine, Dongguk University

Il Soo Moon is a professor of neuroanatomy at the Graduate School of Medicine Dongguk University in Republic of Korea. He received his PhD in 1991 from University of New Brunswick (Canada). As a postdoctoral fellow he investigated the synaptic mechanism of learning and memory in the lab of Professor Mary B. Kennedy at the California Institute of Technology (Pasadena, USA). His current research focuses: Firstly, on the role of the NAGK-dynein motor complex which plays a critical role in the development of neuronal axon and dendrites. Secondly, on the neuroceuticals from marine algae, which promote neuronal development and/or protect neurons from oxidative damages. By combining basic and applied neurosciences he tries to find potential natural products that would benefit brain health in this ever aging society. Tentative Theme Speakers will be updated Call for Papers All participants are invited to submit scientific papers to APCAB 2016 Conference for oral or poster presentation. The abstract should be submitted via online system at www.apcab2016.com. The submission is open until 5 August 2016.

Guidelines for abstract preparation, please see details in the APCAB 2016 Conference website.

Manuscript Submission Journal of Applied Phycology will be updated APCAB 2016 Proceedings For further information on submitting a manuscript for consideration, please visit the APCAB 2016 Conference website. APCAB Prizes The APSAP President (Prof. Yong-Ki Hong, Pukyong National University, Korea) is pleased to offer prizes for The Best Researcher presenting at the APCAB 2016 Conference.

The Best Researcher Prizes are as follows: 2 Awards for The Best Researcher Oral Presentation 250 USD each. 2 Awards for The Best Researcher Poster Presentation 250 USD each.

Important Dates:

Registration and abstract submission opens 1 Feb 2016 Abstract submission deadline for grant students * 15 Jun 2016 Notification of student conference grants 22 Jul 2016 Abstract submission deadline 5 Aug 2016 Notification of abstract acceptance 9 Sep 2016 Deadline for early-bird registration 30 Sep 2016 Proceedings submission deadline 21 Oct 2016

* The conference will offer a limited number of student conference grants (to cover the registration fee). Students

who wish to apply for this grant must submit the abstract for oral or poster presentation before 15 June 2016.

Registration fee:

Early Bird: on/Before 30 Sep 2016

Standard /Onsite 1 Oct - 18 Nov 2016

General : APSAP member 400 USD 450 USD General : non-member 500 USD 550 USD Student : APSAP member 280 USD 330 USD Student : non-member 330 USD 380 USD Local Delegate* General 6,000 Baht 7,500 Baht Student 4,000 Baht 5,500 Baht Excursion Fee 80 USD/ 2500 Baht Accompanying person 220 USD

* For Thai participants, the registration fee will be partially supported by local private sectors.

The registration fee includes lunches, refreshments, conference documents, bag, materials and welcome dinner.

We are happy to receive accompanying persons with the delegates to Bangkok. The registration fee for accompanying persons includes lunches, refreshments and welcome dinner.

For APSAP member rate, you must be a 2016 financial member of the Asia-Pacific Society for Applied Phycology to be eligible for member registration. Or you can apply for APSAP membership at http://apsap.kasetsart.org. Non-member registrations include Asia-Pacific Society for Applied Phycology (APSAP) Membership until the next conference (10th APCAB). For more information, please visit the APCAB 2016 Conference website. Excursion

Please note that this excursion event is not included in your registration fee. An excursion will take place on Friday, 18 November 2016 for delegates who have registered to attend. You will have a chance to visit the Royal Chitralada Projects on Sri Ayudhya Road, Bangkok. The Royal Chitralada Projects were initiated to find the root causes of the problems, as well as create a practical knowledge base, for agriculture in Thailand. There are many research projects in agriculture and agricultural products in this area, for example, agriculture (Spirulina ponds, mushroom cultivation, rice fields, etc.), energy factories (for biodiesel, gasohol, etc.) and Suan Chitralada Dairy Farm. After the Royal Chitralada Projects visit, all delegates will have lunch at Rajchatrinnamai Restaurant.

After lunch, all delegates will enjoy the Emerald Buddha Temple and the Grand Palace, the most famous place located near Sanam Luang in the very heart of Bangkok. Please indicate your attendance when registering.

Excursion cost - 80 USD or 2500 Baht per person which includes transportation, snack, lunch and tickets for the Emerald Buddha Temple and the Grand Palace. Tentative Program

Monday 14 November 2016 16:00 - 19:30 Conference Registration Desk Open 18:00 - 19:30 Welcome Cocktail Reception Tuesday 15 November 2016 08:00 - 09:00 Conference Registration 09:00 - 09:30 Conference Opening Ceremony 09:30 - 10:30 Keynote: Prof. John Beardall Monash University (Australia) 10:30 - 11:00 Coffee/Tea Break Room 1 Room 2

Session: Cultivation, Bioprocesses and Biotechnology Session: Taxonomy, Biology, Ecology and Biodiversity of Algae

11:00 - 12:30 Theme speaker and oral presentation Theme speaker and oral presentation 12:30 - 13:30 Lunch Room 1 Room 2

Session: Cultivation, Bioprocesses and Biotechnology Session: Taxonomy, Biology, Ecology and

Biodiversity of Algae 13:30 - 15:20 Theme speaker and oral presentation Theme speaker and oral presentation 15:20 - 15:50 Coffee/Tea Break 15:50 - 17:10 Oral presentation Oral presentation 17:10 - 18:30 Poster Presentation 18:30 - 21:00 Welcome Dinner Wednesday 16 November 2016 09:00 - 10:00 Keynote: Prof. Arthur Grossman The Carnegie Institution, Stanford (USA) 10:00 - 11:00 Keynote: Dr. Yonghua Li-Beisson French Alternative and Atomic Energy Commission (France) 11:00 - 11:20 Coffee/Tea Break

Room 1 Room 2 Forum of Energy and Algae-Are we getting Session: Algae and the Environment 11:20 - 12:30 any closer? Theme speaker and oral presentation 12:30 - 13:30 Lunch

Wednesday 16 November 2016 (Cont.) Room 1 Room 2

Session: Industrial case studies Successes and Failures Session: Algae and the Environment

13:30 - 15:20 Theme speaker and oral presentation Theme speaker and oral presentation 15:20 - 16:30 Coffee/Tea Break and Poster Presentation 16:30 - 17:30 Oral presentation Oral presentation 17:30 - 18:00 APSAP Meeting Thursday 17 November 2016 09:00 - 10:00 Keynote: Prof. Il Soo Moon Dongguk University (Korea) 10:00 - 10:30 Coffee/Tea Break Room 1 Room 2

Session: Algal Biorefinery and Industrial Trends: Food, Feed, Neutraceuticals and Pharmaceuticals Session: Algal Omics and Applications

10:30 - 12:20 Theme speaker and oral presentation Theme speaker and oral presentation 12:20 - 13:30 Lunch 13:30 - 15:10 Oral presentation Oral presentation 15:10 - 15:30 Coffee/Tea Break 15:30 - 16:30 Award Presentations and Closing Ceremony Friday 18 November 2016 Excursion Excursion time departure from Century Park Hotel at 8.45 am and return to the hotel at approximately 4.30 pm.