Join Georgia Life Sciences for a hands-on professional learning experience designed to help middle and high school educators bring real-world life sciences and workforce connections into the classroom.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16

8:30AM-4:00PM

UGA Marine Extension & Georgia Sea Grant

30 Ocean Science Circle, Savannah, GA

Explore the intersection of marine science, biotechnology, environmental research, and Georgia’s coastal economy.

Topics include:

• Marine science and coastal research
• Environmental biosensors and water quality monitoring
• Biomaterials, collagen extraction, and biotechnology manufacturing
• Chemical manufacturing and industrial biotechnology in Coastal Georgia
• Biotechnology careers connected to Georgia’s coastal economy

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17

8:30AM-4:00PM

Mercer University – Savannah Campus

1250 East 66th Street, Savannah, GA

Discover how Georgia’s growing life sciences industry is creating new opportunities across biotechnology, medical technology, AI, automation, and advanced manufacturing.

Topics include:

• Georgia’s life sciences industry and workforce trends
• AI and automation in biomanufacturing
• Medical device development
• Biotechnology career pathways
• Building sustainable biotechnology programs through industry and community partnerships

INSTRUCTORS

• Juan-Carlos Aguilar, Director of Innovative Programs and Research · Science Program Manager. Georgia Department of Education
• Peter Chiarelli, CEO and Co-Founder, JellyCo
• Leah Davis, Ph.D., Senior Environmental Scientist – Bioengineering, NOAA National Ocean Service
• Shannon Matzke MAREX-GASG, Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant Faculty

CONNECT CLASSROOMS TO CAREERS

This two-day professional learning experience will give educators the opportunity to:

EXPLORE emerging technologies and real-world applications

CONNECT with researchers, industry professionals, and workforce partners

DISCOVER career opportunities across Georgia’s life sciences ecosystem

BRING IT HOME with ideas, resources, and connections to incorporate into classroom instruction

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

Middle and high school science, STEM, biotechnology, and CTAE educators interested in expanding career-connected learning and preparing students for the diverse opportunities emerging across Georgia’s life sciences economy.

TERMS OF PARTICIPATION

$50 deposit to reserve their spot

Reimbursed deposit + $200 stipend

• Participate in all of the programming for the 2-day workshop
• Attend a virtual tutorial/ follow up hands on classroom exercise
• Complete a short survey regarding their experience and activity data/student impact
• Peer-to-peer engagement (faculty or collaborate planning meetings)

Space is limited. Register today.