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ATE is Advanced Technological Education. With an emphasis on two-year colleges, the National Science Foundation's ATE program focuses on the education of technicians for the high-technology fields that drive our nation's economy.
The 2026 Wistar Institute Trainee Research Symposium
Speaker
February 27 Philadelphia, PA
The Wistar Institute Trainee Research Symposium is an annual all-day event showcasing academic research excellence and diversity in the Philadelphia area. Trainees who are interested in presenting their research are encouraged to submit an abstract for poster sessions. Wistar’s Trainee Association will select a few of the most exciting trainee abstract submissions to give brief talks at the Symposium. Prizes will be given to the best poster presentations by postdoctoral fellows, graduate, undergraduate, and open categories.
Keynote Address: César de la Fuente, Ph.D., Presidential Associate Professor and leader of the Machine Biology Group, The University of Pennsylvania
Special Presentation: Katherine Aird, Ph.D., Professor and Co-Leader in the Molecular and Cellular Oncogenesis Program, Ellen and Ronald Caplan Cancer Center, The Wistar Institute.
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Los Angeles Geospatial Summit
Summit
February 27 Los Angeles, CA
The USC Spatial Sciences Institute’s (SSI) annual 2026 Los Angeles Geospatial Summit, taking place this year at the USC Hotel, 3540 South Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA, on Friday, February 27, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. PST.
Each year, leading organizations in geospatial science, including Esri, GeoAcuity, GeoCam, NV5, Trimble, and others, gather to explore innovative ways that geospatial science can address some of the world's most urgent challenges. From urban planning and environmental sustainability to public health and beyond, scholars and professionals deepen their understanding of how spatial data and analysis drives impactful solutions.
The opening session will feature a keynote address by Boris Skopljak, Vice President for the Geospatial Sector at Trimble, Inc., a Colorado-based software, hardware, and services technology company that enables customers to work in new ways to measure, build, grow, and move goods with core technologies related to geospatial positioning and data analytics. Skopljak will preview recent innovations at Trimble as well as their partnership with the USC Spatial Sciences Institute.
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Bio Career Prep Series: Establishing Yourself in a New Position
Student Event
February 27 Online
Join Fridays from 11 AM to 1 PM PT (1-3 PM CT/2-4 PM ET) for the 2026 free interactive Bioscience Career Preparation Series. Learn how about your power in the interview process, the important skills needed for workplace success that may not be taught in classrooms, and then get a chance to speed network with bioscience industry professionals!
Series: Fridays, February 13th - April 24th
Topic: Workplace Navigation: Establishing Yourself in a New Position
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KidWind - Battery 101
Workshop
February 28 Online
Join this a three-hour virtual workshop to explore the basics of batteries!
During this virtual workshop, educators will learn the foundations of batteries and energy storage. Presenters will discuss the uses of batteries, safety and recycling, as well as the history and future of energy storage. They will also introduce activities for the classroom that engage students in dynamic, hands-on energy-based learning. This workshop includes new material developed by KidWind in addition to some CREATE material.
Registration closes February 14th so you receive materials prior to the workshop.
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Women in Manufacturing EAST
Conference
March 2 Hartford, Connecticut
WiM East is more than a regional conference — it’s a dynamic gathering for manufacturing professionals at every stage of their careers, from the production floor to the C-suite. Designed for those based in the eastern U.S., this event delivers interactive learning experiences, inspiring keynotes and actionable insights from regional thought leaders.
Participants will walk away with new strategies, fresh perspectives and meaningful connections to help them navigate and elevate their manufacturing careers.
At WiM East, you will:
- Gain insights from top regional industry leaders.
- Participate in interactive breakout sessions on career and personal growth.
- Develop meaningful connections with peers throughout the eastern U.S. states, including Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Virginia and beyond!
This event is sponsored by the NSF National Center for the Next Generation Manufacturing.
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ATE Project Talks: Antibody Engineering Hackathons and Breaking Down Barriers
Webinar
March 6
Talk 1: Antibody Engineering Hackathons
Speaker: Sandra Porter, PhD, Digital World Biology, WA
ATE project: Developing Classroom-based Undergraduate Research Experiences in Antibody Bioengineering
Talk 2: Breaking Down Barriers to Biotech
Speaker: Katharine Marsh, PhD, Compton College, CA
ATE project: Breaking Down Barriers to Biotech Careers
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KidWind - Power Grid 101
Workshop
March 7 ,
Join this a three-hour virtual workshop to explore the science of the power grid!
During this virtual workshop, educators will learn the foundations of energy and the how the power grid works. Presenters will discuss the history of the power grid and the role of different forms of power in producing energy, as well as the consequences for the future of energy generation in the U.S. They will also introduce activities for the classroom that engage students in dynamic, hands-on energy-based learning.
Registration closes February 21st so you receive materials prior to the workshop.
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FLY-ND Conference 2026
Conference
March 8 Minot, ND
The conference is an opportunity to learn more about aviation in North Dakota and network with our aviation community. Throughout the conference, sessions will be held for pilots, mechanics, airport managers, and general aviation enthusiasts. Learn from Aviation Industry Leaders IA Renewal Credits Associations Annual Business Meetings Networking Opportunities Icebreaker Events Exhibitors Night Hall of Fame Banquet Educational Sessions
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Women in Cybersecurity Conference
Conference
March 11 Oxen Hill, MD
The WiCyS conference is the premier event to recruit, retain and advance women in cybersecurity— all while creating a community of engagement, encouragement and support at a technical conference for women and allies. WiCyS brings together women and allies in cybersecurity from academia, research, government, and industry.
Conference components include keynote speakers, technical presentations, workshops, panel discussions, lightning talks, networking socials, résumé reviews, mock interviews, professional headshots, a career fair for hiring professionals and students, a capture-the-flag competition, an escape room, a breakfast honoring military personnel, and more.
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EARTh Center Institute at St. Petersburg
Meeting
March 12 St. Petersburg, FL
Join the EARTh Center for a hands-on professional development institute designed for community college environmental technology and STEM educators. Over three days in scenic St. Petersburg, Florida, participants will explore how technology, innovation, and conservation intersect to create exciting opportunities for the future workforce in several environmental-centered industries.
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University of Illinois: A Growing National Hub for the Bioeconomy
Webinar
March 12
The U.S. bioeconomy is rapidly growing with a projected market size of $400 billion in 2030 according to a recent Biotechnology Innovation Organization report. Thanks to decades of excellence in biotechnology, agriculture, and information technology, the University of Illinois has established a national leadership role in developing this bioeconomy with our academic and private collaborators. Illinois has developed an end-to-end biomanufacturing pipeline beginning with microorganism development, scaling to pilot plant process and sample production, and offers opportunities to build or partner for manufacturing scale.
In this talk, presenters will introduce the various capabilities and resources in this pipeline, including the NSF Molecule Maker Lab Institute, NSF iBioFoundry, NSF Global Centers, DOE Center for Advanced Bioenergy and Bioproducts Innovation, Integrated Bioprocessing Research Lab, Department of Commerce’s iFAB Tech Hub, and National Center for Supercomputing Applications. Presenters will highlight a few technical breakthroughs and case studies related to artificial intelligence and automation for biosystem design and bioprocess development. Along with the growing manufacturing capacity being deployed in the region through the Tech Hub, the University of Illinois has demonstrated unparalleled capabilities to take a concept in the lab to commercial success for industrial biomanufacturing.
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ATE Project Talks: Pathways from High School to College and Building Pathways
Webinar
March 13
Talk 1: Pathways from High School to College
Speaker: Rebecca Bowers-Gentry, PhD, Miramar College, CA
ATE project: Building Pathways from High School to College for Increased Biotechnology Career Readiness
Talk 2: Building Pathways
Speaker: Jacqueline Clifford, PhD, Metropolitan Community College, NE
ATE project: Building Pathways to Biotechnology Technician Careers
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Innovations Conference
Conference
March 15 Indianapolis, IN
The League for Innovation in the Community College is pleased to announce that the 2026 Innovations Conference will be held March 15-18 in Indianapolis, Indiana. All conference events will take place at JW Marriott Indianapolis.
The Innovations Conference, now in its 29th year, is the foremost convening for professionals dedicated to improving and enhancing teaching and learning, leadership and management, and the community college experience. This international event provides a forum for collaboration among academic experts and thought leaders, while granting participants exclusive access to the most inventive and inspirational community college programs from around the world.
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ATE Projects and Centers
Mfg
Advanced Manufacturing Technologies topics include:
- Additive manufacturing
- Automotive manufacturing
- General manufacturing
Ag/Env
Agricultural and Environmental Technologies topics include:
- Agriculture and aquaculture
- Environmental technologies
- Natural resources
- Nuclear power
- Solar energy
- Wind power
Bio/Chem
Bio and Chemical Technologies topics include:
- Biotechnology
- Chemical and process technologies
Eng
Engineering Technologies topics include:
- Electronics and controls
- General engineering
- Marine technologies
- Materials technologies
- Optics
- Space technologies
Gen
General Advanced Technological Education topics include:
- Evaluation
- Learning research
- Recruitment
- Teacher preparation
Info
Information and Security Technologies topics include:
- Geospatial technologies
- Information and communications technologies
- Logistics
- Security, information assurance, and forensics
Nano
Micro and Nanotechnologies topics include:
- MEMS
- Microsystems
- Semiconductors
This instructor resource from Portland Community College provides information on designing a course on three-dimensional (3D) digital laser scanning fundamentals. Students will learn to operate a 3D digital laser scanner and output data for CAD (computer-aided design) software. This 1.5 credit course is designed for technical college classrooms. This packet includes a course outline, syllabus draft, a sample course proposal form, and contact information for the author.
Below is a list of the files contained within the ZIP attachment. The size of each file is included in parenthesis.
3 Dimensional Digital Laser Scanning Fundamentals - 1.5 credits (4 files, 45 KB)
- 3 Dimensional Digital Laser Scanner Course Outline (3 Dimensional Digital Laser Scanner Course Outline.doc 57 KB)
- 3 Dimensional Digital Laser Scanner Syllabus Content Draft (3 Dimensional Digital Laser Scanner Syllabus Content Draft.doc 35 KB)
- Contact information for the author - 3 Dimensional Digital L.doc (25 KB)
- MCH...
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Is nanotechnology present in our everyday lives? This is the question the website looks to address. Presented by the National Nanotechnology Coordinated Infrastructure, this page highlights many aspects of nanotechnology that we experience on a daily basis. Such things as a moth’s eye or a butterfly’s wing do not immediately conjure up ideas about nanotechnology, but this demonstration will change that. Many natural marvels give engineers ideas about new technology and even how to better use current. Even though brief, this site examines an important, and mostly overlooked, area of nanotechnology.
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This issue of J ATE, published by Portland Community College, is issue two of the journal's second volume and focuses on the theme of undergraduate research at community and technical colleges across the United States. J ATE is a peer-reviewed technical journal focused on community college faculty and staff who work with technician education. This journal is cross-disciplinary and encompasses all technologies under the National Science Foundation (NSF) Advanced Technological Education (ATE) Program. Some of these technologies include: Micro Nano, Biotechnology, Autonomous Technology, Cyber Security, Advanced Manufacturing, Earth Sciences, Agriculture Technology, Energy, and Welding. Some topics that cross cut across all disciplines of technician education are also covered. Those topics include: Evaluation, Mentoring, Undergraduate Research, and Applied Technician Research.
This 115-page issue of J ATE includes ten full articles and five guest letters written by ATE professionals....
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Biofab Explorer, provided by CAST, is a "free career guidance resource created to attract and inspire students to the emerging field of biofabrication." On the front page of Biofab Explorer, learners can read about the biofabrication process, watch biofab case study videos, and explore the biofab careers page, which includes video testimonials and information on several careers in biotechnology. Also featured are biofab challenges, which make up a "series of work-based learning simulations that will model what it is like to work in the biofabrication industry." Throughout the challenges, students will practice real-world skills, such as data analysis, communication, and observation. Included are student worksheets and presentation slides. Additionally, Biofab Explorer includes information for teachers regarding using resources on the website for in-class activities.
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This video from the Internet Scout Research Group is part of a series that highlights student success stories related to advanced technological education (ATE) programs. In this video, Elias Marcet discusses his experiences with the Bachelor's program in cybersecurity at Miami Dade College. Elias describes his journey to fully enrolling in Miami Dade, joining the cybersecurity programming, and eventually being employed by Amazon. Funding for the program from the National Science Foundation (NSF) is also explored.
The video runs 5:44 minutes in length.
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ATE Resources by Subject Area
ATE Events by Subject Area
New Research: AI Engines and Community Colleges
Artificial intelligence has given us the ability to complete tasks such as problem-solving, decision-making, analysis, and other types of learning through computer systems and software. The National Applied AI Consortium (NAAIC) was established through a National Science Foundation grant in 2024, placing community colleges at the core of the nation’s strategy for developing an AI workforce. A recent article published by Forbes examines the role of community colleges in the adoption and application of artificial intelligence, emphasizing their role in preparing technicians for an AI-enabled workforce.
The Consortium was formed as a partnership among three powerful community colleges, serving students in Houston, Miami, and Tempe, with Miami Dade College beginning the process of creating an applied AI degree in 2020. Additionally, the Consortium is committed to establishing partnerships with technology companies and identifying the skills needed to ensure students are equipped to enter the workforce with AI.
NAAIC works to address workforce requests and adapt to the changing needs of the nation, continuing to bridge the gap between industry and education by supporting educators...
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Upcoming Event Series: Faculty Workshops on AI-Assisted Teaching with GitHub
The National Applied AI Consortium (NAAIC) is hosting a four-part virtual AI-Assisted Teaching with GitHub: A Faculty Workshop Series on March 3, 10, 17, and 31, 2026. This free workshop series will help faculty from any discipline explore how GitHub Spark, Classroom, and Copilot can support teaching, collaboration, and curriculum development. No technical background is required.
Participants will learn foundational GitHub skills and practical AI-assisted workflows that can be applied across subject areas to enhance instructional planning and productivity. Sessions will also cover how to use these tools responsibly and creatively in the classroom, and attendees will receive a GitHub Toolbox with resources and complimentary access to GitHub Copilot and GitHub Classroom. Attendance at all four sessions is expected.
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GitHub Fundamentals: March 3, 2026 12:00–1:30 PM ET
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Getting Started with GitHub Copilot & Spark: March 10, 2026 12:00–1:30 PM ET
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Using GitHub Copilot & Spark in Education: 12:00–1:30 PM ET
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Beyond the Basics with GitHub Copilot, Spark & Classroom: March 31, 2026 12:00–1:30 PM ET
Educators interested in integrating AI-enabled tools into their...
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Call for Proposals: HI-TEC 2026
HI-TEC (High Impact Technology Exchange Conference) is now accepting proposals for presentations at its 2026 conference, taking place July 27–30 in Austin, Texas. Supported by the National Science Foundation’s Advanced Technological Education (NSF ATE) program, this annual event centers on strengthening the nation’s current and future skilled technical workforce. The conference convenes educators, industry leaders, trade organizations, and other professionals to collaboratively address emerging needs in advanced technological education and rapidly evolving technology fields. Session topics span a broad range of sectors, including artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, biotechnology, and advanced manufacturing.
Submission deadlines:
- Preconference Workshops and Special Interest Groups (SIGs): February 10
- Main Conference Sessions: February 27
- Poster Sessions: February 27
For additional details and proposal guidelines, visit the HI-TEC website.
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