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This year, IDEC will host 30 exceptional students and five advisors from across the US, including Puerto Rico, for the three-day program. Participants in the UDP engage in presentations and a case study featuring toxicological research, discover education and career opportunities in the field, and learn more about the requirements for graduate school and a research career. This year’s presenters will include SOT members Marie McGee Hargrove, Natalie Johnson, Corie Ellison, Joe Zagorski, John Wise Sr., Mindy Reynolds, and Anne Chappelle. On Monday, the participants will engage in Annual Meeting events such as the Opening Plenary Session, the In Vitro Lecture and Luncheon for Students, and Poster Sessions.  

On Sunday, March 22, all undergraduates who are registered for the Annual Meeting are invited to join for the Undergraduate Education Program. Preregistration is required.  

IDEC is grateful for the many dedicated volunteers—Committee members, presenters, toxicologist host mentors, student/postdoctoral peer mentors, faculty and research mentors, breakout room facilitators, and others who give their time so generously to support the program and inspire the next generation of young scientists. If you are interested in getting involved as a volunteer for future years, please email Jenna Pelsey. 

All SOT members are invited to attend the UDP Reunion on Saturday, March 21, at the SOT Annual Meeting, which brings together current UDP participants, past participants, program volunteers, and supporters.