Science Coach 24-25 Research Teacher Webinar Series

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Microbiology 101
October 8, 2024    3:30-4:30 pm CST
Presenter: Mr. Jim Morrison

Jim Morrison from St. Louis Community College will discuss and demonstrate basic techniques for working with BSL1 bacteria, including aseptic technique, streaking, and isolating colonies.

Projects With Pollinators
November 12, 2023    3:30-4:30 pm CST
Presenter: Dr. Genevieve Pugesek

Dr. Genevieve Pugesek from the Xerces Society will discuss how to conduct ecology projects dealing with pollinators and other invertebrates, as well as citizen science projects students can participate in through the Xerces Society.

Scientific Writing 
December 10, 2024    3:30-4:30 pm CST
Presenter: Dr. Christopher Schott

 Dr. Christopher Schott from University of Missouri – St. Louis will share the basics of scientific writing and how it is different from the traditional writing style that most students are used to.

Behavioral Science Project Design 
January 14, 2025    3:30-4:30 pm CST
Presenter: Dr. Caleb O’Brien

Dr. Caleb O’Brien from the Missouri Department of Conservation will discuss best practices for the design of behavioral science projects, including good survey construction, creating study groups, and data collection.

Drones in Research – Precision Agriculture and Beyond  
February 11, 2025    3:30-4:30 pm CST
Presenter: Mr. Juan Carlos Antolinez

Juan Carlos Antolinez from Falcon Aerial Analytics will present current research applications of drones, including in agriculture and ecology, as well as the technical considerations of working with drones and the certifications required.