Introducing the Student Innovation Conference

For the first time, CAST is introducing the Student Innovation Conference, which will run concurrently with the Annual Meeting on November 19-20. This platform allows students to present their research through posters, oral presentations, and interactive sessions.

The Student Innovation Conference is a fantastic opportunity for young scholars to gain visibility, receive feedback from experts, and network with industry professionals. Highlights of the event include live sessions, student scholarship presentations, and a reception to celebrate achievements and foster collaboration.

In addition to the conference activities, attendees can tour the University of Florida’s Gulf Coast Research and Education Center and also join the Mosaic – The Nature Conservancy Field Tour. These tours offer a unique opportunity to explore cutting-edge research an manufacturing facilities.

Students must register for at least one of the following sessions: oral/slideshow presentation or poster presentation, with limited slots available for both.

The CAST Science Communication Scholarships

The CAST Science Communication Scholarships are now accepting applications for 2024. Three $1,000 scholarships will be awarded during the Student Innovation Conference to graduate and professional students who are members of CAST or enrolled at universities that are CAST members. Recipients must attend the conference, with travel expenses covered by CAST.

Applications for the scholarship and registrations for the conference must be submitted by October 1

Call to Action for CAST Members

CAST’s university and education members are encouraged to help spread the word about the conference and scholarships to ensure broad participation. Organizational members are encouraged to seize the available sponsorship opportunities for the event. For more information on sponsorship opportunities, please contact Anne Owens at aowens@cast-science.org or 515-292-2125.