College of Sciences Research Symposium
Showcasing the Science Shaping Tomorrow
April 10, 2026
Main Campus | 8 am–5 pm
This symposium will celebrate who we are as a research community. Our goal is to create a meaningful experience that highlights the depth of our work, the distinctive identity of our scholars, and the spirit of collaboration that strengthens our college.
Join us to learn about faculty, staff, and student research from all COS departments. Connect and share ideas.
Please register if you wish to:
- attend
- present (poster, oral, or 3-minute thesis)
- participate as a Poster Judge, Session Chair, or Day-of-Volunteer
Registration and abstract submission deadline: March 16, 2026
Presentation Tracks
Biomedical and Health Sciences
Research spanning molecular, cellular, organismal, ecological, and population biology, including neuroscience, immunology, infectious disease, cardiovascular research, translational science, and interdisciplinary health innovation.
Molecular, Chemical, and Materials Discovery
Chemistry and materials research including synthesis, catalysis, nanomaterials, spectroscopy, chemical biology, and energy-relevant materials.
Fundamental and Applied Physical & Mathematical Sciences
Physics, applied mathematics, modeling, quantum and nanoscale phenomena, astrophysics, simulation, and data-driven quantitative research.
Earth, Environment, and Planetary Systems
Geoscience, climate, hydrology, ecology, conservation biology, wildlife and fisheries science, environmental systems, and planetary research.
STEM Education and Workforce Development
Research and innovation in STEM education, experiential learning, workforce pipelines, industry engagement, and student success initiatives.
Symposium Schedule
View map of the Student Union (SU) and HEB Student Union (HSU) for room locations.
| Time | Activity | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 8:00 am–4:00 pm | Registration Desk and Check In Open | HSU Ballroom Galleria |
| 8:00 am–4:00 pm | Expo Hall and Poster Hall Open | Convocation Center |
| 8:00 am–8:45 am | Graduate Student Appreciation Breakfast | HSU Ballroom 1 |
| 9:00 am–9:15 am | Introductory Remarks by President Taylor Eighmy, Dr. Jennifer Sharpe Potter, and COS Dean Stephanie Santorico | HSU Ballroom 2 |
| 9:15 am–10:00 am | Plenary by Dr. Christopher Glein "Life Beyond Earth: The Opportunity Right Down the Road” |
HSU Ballroom 2 |
| 10:00 am–10:20 am | Transition and Coffee | HSU Ballroom Galleria |
| 10:20 am–12:30 pm | Oral Presentation Sessions | |
| ▻ Biomedical and Health Sciences | HSU Harris Room | |
| ▻ Molecular, Chemical, and Materials Discovery | SU Pecan Room | |
| ▻ Fundamental and Applied Physical & Mathematical Sciences | HSU Bexar Room | |
| ▻ Earth, Environment, and Planetary Systems | HSU Travis Room | |
| ▻ STEM Education and Workforce Development | SU Mesquite Room | |
| 12:30 pm–2:30 pm | Poster Presentations and Judging Lunch provided for volunteers and participants |
Convocation Center |
| 2:30 pm–4:00 pm | Oral Presentation Sessions | |
| ▻ Biomedical and Health Sciences | HSU Harris Room | |
| ▻ Molecular, Chemical, and Materials Discovery | SU Pecan Room | |
| ▻ Fundamental and Applied Physical & Mathematical Sciences | HSU Bexar Room | |
| ▻ Earth, Environment, and Planetary Systems | HSU Travis Room | |
| ▻ STEM Education and Workforce Development | SU Mesquite Room | |
| 4:00 pm–4:20 pm | Transition and Coffee | HSU Ballroom Galleria |
| 4:20 pm–5:00 pm | Awards and Closing Remarks | HSU Ballroom 2 |
Questions? Contact Dr. Elizabeth Sooby
Registration
Please register if you wish to attend, present (poster, oral, or 3-minute thesis), or participate as a Poster Judge, Session Chair, or Day-of-Volunteer. Registration and abstract submission deadline: March 16, 2026.
