UNL Microbiology Research Symposium
The Microbiology Achievement through Research and Valuable Experiential Learning (MARVEL) started in 2021 with the goal of supporting the academic success and building community for undergraduate students in the Microbiology Program at UNL. The MARVEL Program organizes two events annually including a workshop and the UNL Microbiology Research Symposium each fall semester.
The 5th Annual UNL Microbiology Research Symposium is scheduled for Friday, December 5th, 2026 in the Nebraska Union on UNL City Campus. The keynote speakers will begin at 3pm in the Swanson Auditorium followed by undergraduate, graduate and post doc poster presentations in the Centennial Ballroom at 4pm until 6pm. Light refreshments will be furnished. Register to attend.
This year's keynote speakers are:
Dr. Gemma Reguera, Associate Professor - Department of Plant, Soil and Microbial Sciences of Michigan State University.
Dr. Lindsey Crawford, Assistant Professor, Department of Biochemistry, University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
Poster registration is OPEN NOW through November 28, 2025.