Alabama Academy of Science 2026 Annual Meeting

Date:

Thursday, Feb. 27 -- Saturday, Feb. 28

Location:

Faulkner University
5345 Atlanta Highway
Montgomery, AL 36109

Registration location: Harris College of Business

Important Dates:

Registration is open now through February 27, 2026.

Call for Papers/Abstracts is open now through January 15, 2026.

About the Alabama Academy of Science

The Alabama Academy of Science is dedicated to scholarship, education and advocacy for science in the state of Alabama.

• We support and organize Science Fairs and Science Olympiads
• We provide scholarships for students and educators
• We provide scholarships for students and educators
• We host an outstanding, annual scientific meeting
• We are an active member of the National Association of State Academies of Science

https://www.alabamaacademyofscience.org/

Registration is now open and will close Feb. 27, 2026

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103^rd ANNUAL MEETING OF THE ALABAMA ACADEMY OF SCIENCE, INC.

Joint with the Alabama Junior Academy of Science,

Gorgas Scholarship Program

Abstract submission is open now through January 15, 2026.

Papers and posters are invited for each of the following sections of the Academy.  At least one author must be a member of the Academy.  Membership application is available at https://www.alabamaacademyofscience.org/join-aas-2/

Section I: Biological Sciences
Section II: Chemistry
Section III: Physics and Mathematics
Section IV: Engineering and Computer Science
Section V: Social Sciences
Section VI: Anthropology
Section VII: STEM Education
Section VIII: Environmental and Earth Science
Section IX: Health Sciences
Section X: Bioethics and History and Philosophy of Science
Special Section Alabama Honors Scholars

The Title and Abstract Submission site for oral paper and poster presentations is available at https://event.fourwaves.com/aas2025/submission.

PAPER AND POSTER COMPETITION AWARDS

All student member paper and poster submissions are automatically entered in the Paper and Poster Competition. The author(s) of the winning papers or posters will be announced and award checks presented at the AAS Annual Banquet.  All competition winners are encouraged to publish their papers in the Journal of the Alabama Academy of Science.

Abstract submission is open now through Jan. 15, 2026

You will receive a confirmation email for each submission you make.

Abstracts will be reviewed by the section officers and members of the relevant section.

You will be notified of acceptance within 10 days after submissions close.

The total number of words allowed for the abstract is 250.

Remember, at least one of the authors must be a dues paid member of the Academy.

Submit an abstract

Posters will be displayed on upright poster display boards. The maximum size is 36 inches wide by 48 inches long. You should choose a portrait orientation for the largest possible print if desired.

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Montgomery, AL 36117

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Support the interest and study of science by the youth of Alabama

Platinum Level: $5,000 +
Diamond Level: $2,500 +
Gold Level: $1,000
Silver Level: $500

Food/Beverage Sponsorships:
Friday or Saturday Breakfast (Coffee and pastries) $1,000
Friday Lunch (AAS) $2,000
Saturday Lunch (AJAS) $2,000

Download the Sponsorship Opportunities flyer for full benefits of sponsorships.

Sign up as a sponsor online or email Svardaman@faulkner.edu.

AAS is a registered 501-C3 organization.

Use this link to pay for Silent Auction Items that you may have won at the Alabama Academy of Sciences.

See programs from past meetings of the Alabama Academy of Science.