This page compiles all information related to the conference's side events. This includes round tables and workshops focusing on "experimental planning," particularly the 4Rs, the impact of climate change on animal behavior experiments, and communicating research results. You’ll find complete details for each event, including the title, description, schedule, and link to join. Whether you're interested in specific topics or looking for more interactive sessions, this page will help you navigate the diverse offerings beyond the main program. Information will be provided gradually, so stay tuned.
Connecting Science and Society: Insect Outreach in Action
13 November 2025 — 12:00 GMT | #ABL2025
Effective science communication helps research reach beyond the lab; building trust, sparking curiosity in both children and adults, and inspiring the next generation of researchers. Join our Scientific Outreach Workshop to learn how to make your science resonate with the public. Our panel of experts will share how they bring people and insects together through creative outreach and citizen science. You’ll gain practical tips and inspiration to start your own initiatives.
Meet the Panel:
🧠 Take away: Real examples, actionable advice, and motivation to make your research matter.
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Using the right media to convey the right message to the right target audience:
lessons learned from my experiences in science communication
14 November 2025 — 12:00 GMT | #ABL2025
Join us for an engaging session with Sakina-Dorothée Ayata, marine biologist and science communicator, who will share lessons learned from her extensive experience in science outreach. From podcasts and radio shows to school workshops with children of all ages, Sakina-Dorothée will discuss how to choose the right media to reach your audience effectively. This workshop will also feature a discussion on how outreach activities can shape a scientific career, both positively and negatively, and will explore questions of accessibility and inclusivity in science communication, especially for young audiences. GScholar, Homepage
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Research Adaptation in the Face of Climate Change: Insights from Animal Behaviour
14 November 2025 — 7PM GMT | #ABL2025
Environmental and climate change bring unprecedented challenges to how we design, conduct, and interpret experiments; from the field to the lab. These shifts can affect data reliability and the long-term relevance of our findings, making it crucial to rethink our research approaches. Join the Climate Change Workshop to hear from leading researchers tackling these issues head-on. Our expert panel will share how they adapt their methods and questions to study behaviour, ecology, and biodiversity in a rapidly changing world.
Meet the Panel:
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Dr. Thibaud Monnin — Directeur de Recherche, CNRS, IEES, Sorbonne university GScholar
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Prof. Erica van de Waal — University of Lausanne GScholar
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Dr. Gopal Murali — Center for Ecological Sciences, Indian Institute of Science GScholar
