May 21, 2025
St. Louis, Missouri
Eric P. Newman Educational Center
Washington University Medical School
Welcome to the submission page for the Science Slam event at the 2025 MRC Symposium! We’re thrilled to introduce this exciting addition to our symposium lineup as a part of the award reception to end our day in a fun way! Enjoy this unique opportunity to showcase your research in a dynamic and engaging format.
What exactly is a Science Slam, you might wonder? It’s a chance for researchers to step out of the confines of traditional presentations and into the spotlight, captivating audiences with their work in a fast-paced and entertaining manner.
Think of it as a fusion of science and performance art, where presenters have just a few minutes to wow the audience with their discoveries, experiments, and insights. Whether you’re a seasoned scientist or a curious observer, the Science Slam promises to deliver an unforgettable experience that will leave you inspired and enlightened.
We’re seeking submissions from students, trainees and scientists across all disciplines who are eager to share their passion for discovery in a fun and engaging way. Whether you have a groundbreaking research finding, a fascinating experiment, or a compelling story to tell, we want to hear from you!
So if you’re ready to take your research to the stage and captivate an audience with your scientific prowess, submit your brief, 100-word “pitch” video for the Science Slam today and be in with a chance to win a Travel Award!
Some slam examples:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kqdqwSx2XlY
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QNwXv2iHALk
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=POKSUtcRblA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_j35tGnjttc
Brief “Pitch” Submission Deadline
May 2, 2025 (by 5:00 pm)
Science Slam Brief “Pitch” Submission
Who can submit?
Everyone affiliated with an MRC lab at all levels from undergraduate students through PIs!
Guidelines
- Submit a brief 100-word “pitch” using the form below
- The major objective is to pique our curiosity about your research, ideas, or even a single exciting finding
- We will review “pitch” submissions during the week following the submission deadline and will inform you if you are selected for the slam
- The Science Slam itself will be a presentation of approximately 3 minutes and you may use PowerPoint or any attributes you can think of -get creative!
- Prior to the MRC symposium, we will hold a Slam practice session to rehearse and refine presentations – exact date TBD
- In case you have questions about the “pitch” or the slam itself, contact Alexander Knights for more info!
Submit your “Pitch“!
The Science SLAM submission has closed.