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KAS has been standing up for Science in Kentucky since 1914! We encourage aspiring scientists, promote science literacy, give science a voice in policymaking, and recognize those who make the future brighter through scientific discovery.
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Science Job Postings around KY
We have some terrific opportunities this month that you can view at our jobs page. Please send any job announcements to executivedirector@kyscience.org and include contact information and closing date.
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If you have something to share in the monthly KAS newsletter, get in touch with our Newsletter editor, Mark dela Cerna.
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Publish in the KAS Journal
The Journal of the Kentucky Academy of Science publishes work in the Social Sciences, Physical Sciences, and Life Sciences.
Digital issues are published as Issues-in-Progress which expedites publication for authors.
News from Partners
EPSCoR & IDeA News Established Program for Stimulating Competitive Research (EPSCoR) and Institutional Development Award (IDeA), including federal funding opportunities and more! EPSCoR is a program serving states such as Kentucky, to build capacity for federally funded scientific research.
Ky- INBRE Recent News KY IDeA Networks of Biomedical Research Excellence supports biomedical researchers and educators within the Commonwealth. The purpose of the network is to develop infrastructure and capacity for biomedical research and training in the state. Their newsletter has training events, funding leads, and job opportunities. You can also subscribe at the above link.
How to Join the KAS Listserv
KAS has set up a listserv so our members can talk to each other, to share science-related news & announcements, offers, requests, questions and answers.
Opt In to the listserv:
Log In at the KAS website ( https://kyscience.org/)
In the Member Menu, go to Communication / Message Boards
Click to Opt In to the KAS Member Listserv (and choose the Daily Digest option if you prefer)
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KAS Annual Meeting - upcoming deadlines
KAS Annual Meeting
Nov 2-4, 2023, Northern Kentucky University
Meeting is set, so put it on your calendars today! Visit the Meeting page at the KAS website for more details.
Proposals for Interdisciplinary Oral Presentation Sessions were due August 1st. The call for Workshop Proposals remain open until August 24th. Below are some details about potential workshops. Click here to submit a workshop proposal
- Workshops can be 1-3 hours
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The audience may be students, professionals, and / or K12 Teachers.
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Please submit a 250-word description + list of presenter(s)
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Workshops are offered at no cost or at a minimal fee for materials, if applicable
Meeting Registration and Abstract Submission will open on September 1st and deadline for abstract submission and early registration will be October 1st. Rates will go up after the early registration deadline.
KAS is launching a Mentor Match pilot
The Kentucky Academy of Science is piloting a Mentor Match Program starting September 2023! If you area STEM professional, a student, or a teacher, you can participate. We are making 30 matches this year and seeking funding to build the program. If you fill out the Application below, we cannot guarantee you will get into the pilot this year, but if not, we will save your contact info for the next round.
Find out more about the KAS Mentor Match Application and fill it out by following this link.
Possible matches for the program are the following:
- Teacher <--> Scientist (Graduate/Professional)
- Middle/High School Student <--> Scientist
- Middle/High School Student <--> STEM UG Student
- K-12 Science Club <--> KAS Scientist
Science Education & Outreach Award Nominations due Sept 30
Do you know someone, or a group of people, who are doing terrific science education and outreach work? Each year KAS recognizes a member with our Science Education and Outreach Award. We're seeking nominations by September 30th.
Nominate someone by clicking on this link. Additional details about the KAS Science Education and Outreach Award including instructions for nominating a colleague can be found on this page.
KAS Member Spotlight: Dr. Monreal, UofL
Ky. Center for Mathematics highlights efforts to engage students in math
Rob Weber When an elementary school in Letcher County was devastated by historic floodwaters last summer, the Kentucky Center for Mathematics (KCM) sprang into action. The response of the center and Executive Director Kelly Stone DeLong helped ensure that students would receive high quality math instruction when they returned to Martha Jane Potter Elementary School, said Amanda Holbrook, a second-grade teacher.
Representatives of the Kentucky Center for Mathematics testified to the General Assembly’s Education Committee on August 1.
The assistance to Martha Jane Potter Elementary is just one of the ways the center’s work was highlighted during the August 1 meeting of the General Assembly’s Education Committee. The complete PowerPoint presentation given by KCM to lawmakers is available online at https://bit.ly/3Qmf9MY.
Science educator to address light pollution at “Dark Sky” talk
Speaker to discuss how ancient geology shapes modern life
Happy Hour Sept 13 with Union of Concerned Scientists
Union of Concerned Scientists
Happy Hour: You're Invited!
Meet members and staff from the Union of Concerned Scientists and find out more about their Climate and Energy work. Drinks and snacks provided!
Meet members & staff from the Union of Concerned Scientists and find out more about their Climate and Energy work. Drinks & Snacks provided!
Wednesday, September 13
6-8pm ET
West 6th NuLu
817 E Market St.
Louisville, KY 40206
Details about speakers and RSVP here
SciLine for scientists and journalists
Tech Congress fellows applications now open
Nominate an inspiring Math of Science Teacher
A study on impact of funding to EPSCoR states
In this paper, the authors "compared the combined research productivity of Ph.D. granting institutions in EPSCoR versus the non-EPSCoR states to better understand the scientific impact of federal investments in sponsored research across all states". Read the full study by clicking here.
EPSCoR stands for Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research. It is a federal-state partnership program designed to enhance the capabilities of designated states and territories to conduct sustainable and nationally competitive energy-related research. Kentucky, along with 27 other jurisdications are currently classified as EPSCoR states.
Revised academic standards for science approved
After undergoing a rigorous revision process that began in January 2021, the revised Kentucky Academic Standards (KAS) for Science have been adopted into law. The process included revisions by Kentucky educators and community members, public input and review by the Kentucky Board of Education before undergoing final legislative review and adoption.
Click here to access the new standards which will be adopted in A.Y. 2023-2024.
New Voices deadline extended
The application for our next cohort of New Voices members is now open! We are seeking U.S.-based emerging leaders in all disciplines of the sciences, engineering, and medicine with an established track record of professional excellence and demonstrated commitment to service beyond their immediate discipline and institution.
Click here to learn more about the program and to access the application form. Deadline for this cohort has been extended to August 24th.
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