17th Biennial Research Symposium
Symposium Theme:
1890 Research: Sowing Seeds of Change for the Global Community
The Symposium
The first ARD Research Symposium was held in 1976 to commemorate the United States’ Bicentennial and to showcase the varied accomplishments of research scientists and students at the 1890 Institutions. Similarly, the 17th Biennial Research Symposium will provide opportunities for scientists and students to present research papers and posters that share innovative and practical research findings in the food and agricultural sciences.
The 17th Symposium will be held on April 6 - 10, 2013 at the Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront in Jacksonville, FL. This Symposium is expected to attract more than 700 participants and more than 500 research papers and posters will be presented. A major highlight of the Symposium will be the presentation of awards, especially the Morrison-Evans Outstanding Scientist Award, the B. D. Mayberry Young Scientist Award, and student awards for outstanding oral and poster presentations. Other activities include (a) General and Plenary Sessions, (b) Student Competitive Paper and Poster Sessions, (c) Scientists’ Paper and Poster Sessions, (d) Award Programs, (e) Exhibits by colleges and universities, government agencies, and private industry, and (f) special initiatives for students.
Focusing on the theme of the Symposium, “1890 Research: Sowing Seeds of Change for the Global Community,” research papers and posters will be presented in five areas:
- Plant Health and Production and Plant Products
- Animal Health and Production and Animal Products
- Food Safety, Nutrition and Health
- Renewable Energy, Natural Resources, and Environment
- Family, Youth, Community and Economic Development
Request for Support
Support is sought through grants, exhibitors, and sponsors for the conference, expenses, awards, and student-related activities. In addition to providing financial support, the 17th Biennial Research Symposium provides an excellent opportunity for colleges and universities, agencies, firms, organizations, etc. to establish and/or expand relationships with the ARD and the 1890 Institutions. We invite you to take advantage of this educational and engagement opportunity.
Contact Information
Dr. Dyremple Marsh, or
Dr. Orlando F. McMeans
Symposium Steering Committee Co-Chairs
Phone for Dr. Marsh: 304.857.6400
Email: DMarsh@desu.edu
Phone for Dr. McMeans: 304-766-4291
Email: mcmeanso@wvstateu.edu
Dr. Carolyn B. Brooks
Executive Director
Association of 1890 Research Directors, Inc.
University of Maryland Eastern Shore
Room 3003, Hazel Hall
Princess Anne, MD 21853
Phone: 410/200-4566
FAX: 410/621-3550
E-Mail: cbbrooks@umes.edu