One of the most transformative moments an early career scientist can experience is their first conference presentation of their research. The Annual Ontario Biology Day conference is a two-day conference that brings together 4th year students from across Ontario to present the results of their honours (thesis) research project. Donations will help offset the costs associated with attending as student delegates, ensuring this opportunity is more financially accessible. This conference spans the biological sciences from molecules and cells, to ecology, evolution and animal behaviour. This conference is a showcase of the talent and hard work of the top undergraduate students across Ontario.
Donations to Ontario Biology Day Support Fund will support undergraduate thesis research.
Of paramount importance to us is keeping the cost of attending as low as possible for undergraduate student delegates. Donations will greatly reduce their registration fees. Many of the projects presented will, if not already, be submitted for publications in scientific journals. Many of the students will also go forward by presenting their work at more formal, specific, conferences.
A donation will make a direct impact on student experience and learning. Scientific conference presentations are moments of peer-to-peer interaction, pride and deserved recognition for hard work and achievement. This experiential learning opportunity empowers students and fuels enthusiasm.
Financial support means deserving students with limited financial resources will have opportunities to present their scientific achievements. These students will be our next leaders and decision makers and will shape the direction of science in Canada via positions in industry, academia and government. All donations are immensely appreciated as this conference is only possible with financial support.