Publication Date 11 September 2026

Team of Project KP 06H96/8 Presents Research Results at the AGBIOL 2026 International Conference in Istanbul

Team of Project KP 06H96/8 Presents Research Results at the AGBIOL 2026 International Conference in Istanbul
From September 6 to 10, 2026 , members of the research team for project KP 06H96/8 —funded by the Bulgarian National Science Fund—participated in the 8th International Conference on Agriculture, Biological and Life Sciences ( AGBIOL 2026 ). The prestigious event took place at the Taksim Congress Hall of Beykent University in Istanbul, Turkey.
This year, the global forum demonstrated its impressive scale by bringing together over 2,500 authors from 61 countries . The conference featured 1,061 papers across more than 30 scientific fields , showcasing the latest innovations in agricultural sciences.
Scientific Contribution and Research Focus
Representing both the Maize Research Institute – Knezha and the Institute of Plant Genetic Resources – Sadovo , the project team members shared their latest findings with the international scientific community. The key highlights of their presentations included:
  • Conservation and sustainable use of crop wild relatives.
  • Strategies for successful breeding under the challenges of climate-induced stress.
  • Advancing sustainable agriculture and ensuring long-term food security for the population.
Participating in this forum provided an invaluable opportunity to exchange knowledge and expertise with world-renowned scientists in agriculture, biodiversity conservation, and efficient plant breeding.

The project team extends its sincere gratitude to Prof. Yalcin Kaya and the organizing committee for hosting an outstanding event and providing a premier platform for global scientific collaboration.