2026 Professional Development Conference

October 29–November 1, 2026

Dallas Hyatt Regency Reunion Tower in Dallas, Texas

Join other leaders in biology and life science education for interactive workshops, renowned speakers, and the special NABT events that you can't experience anywhere else. The 2026 NABT Conference Agenda is your guide to the program in Dallas. You may select multiple filters to refine the results.

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From Watershed to Classroom: Investigating Microplastics Through Local Inquiry and Science Communication

Friday, October 30, 2026 at 2:30 PM–3:45 PM CDT

Cumberland B/C

Session Description

Learn how to identify microplastics from local watersheds through this hands-on activity! This workshop will demonstrate laboratory methods and explore strategies for teaching scientific inquiry, data literacy, and community-focused science communication.

Session Category

Ecology / Environmental Science / Sustainability

Primary Presenter

Angelica Dziurzynski, University of Georgia

City

Athens

State

Georgia

Co-Presenters

Nikolai Revels, University of Georgia

City

Athens

State

Georgia

Austin Heil, University of Georgia

City

Athens

State

Georgia