Plenary Session Descriptions

Tuesday, April 23 (8:30am - 10:00am)

DIG Plenary Session (Design, Innovation and Governance)

Six Ted-style presentations will offer a unique blend of the art of communication with a passion for science on Everglades science and restoration topics.

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Wednesday, April 24 (8:30am - 10:00am)

Youth Plenary Session

This Special Plenary consists of three segments featuring presentations by youth working to become scientists and stewards of the environment.

  • Part 1: Youth Making Ripples: The Intersection of Science and Film through the Eyes of Youth
  • Part 2: Young Marine Explorers
  • Part 3: Lightning Talks on Science Advancing Everglades Resilience and Sustainability

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Thursday, April 25 (8:30am - 10:00am)

Resilience and Sustainability in the Everglades

This plenary will feature scientific presentations by Dr. Lola E. Fatoyinbo-Agueh, a Research Physical Scientist at NASA, and Dr. Karl Havens, Executive Director of the Florida Sea Grant College Program.

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Thursday, April 25 (5:00pm - 6:00pm)

Closing Plenary — The Role of Science

This plenary will feature presentations by Dr. Jack Payne, Senior Vice President for Agriculture and Natural Resources at the University of Florida/IFAS, and Mr. Chauncey Goss, Chairman of the Governing Board of the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD).

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