John Abbott Sustainability Through Science Symposium

Sustainability Through Science Symposium

Held in partnership with John Abbott College and the Lister Family Engaged Science Initiative, the Sustainability Through Science Symposium features three Macdonald Campus graduate students giving an engaging 10-minute talk about how their research contributes to a more sustainable future. The talks are followed by a panel discussion on their student experience in university and the career path they have chosen.

Order of proceedings

13h00 – Welcome and Introductions
13h05 – Student Presentations
13h35 – Panel Discussion
13h55 – Thanks
14h00 – End of Event

Free coffee and cookies will be served.

Speakers

Preet Manchanda, PhD candidate

Seeing Inside Plant Leaves with Artificial Intelligence and Microscopy

Ekua Manful, MSc student

Building a Healthier Future: Community Vision for Sustainable Diabetes Prevention

Amanda Round, MSc student

Beyond the Sea: How Marine Science Sustains Society in a Changing Climate