{"id":17687,"date":"2025-11-03T16:42:02","date_gmt":"2025-11-03T22:42:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.maryville.edu\/mpress\/?p=17687"},"modified":"2026-02-16T10:06:14","modified_gmt":"2026-02-16T16:06:14","slug":"maryville-university-learners-shine-at-sleec-retreat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.maryville.edu\/mpress\/maryville-university-learners-shine-at-sleec-retreat\/","title":{"rendered":"91制片厂 Learners Shine at Annual St.\u202fLouis Ecology, Evolution, and Conservation (SLEEC) Retreat"},"content":{"rendered":"
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91制片厂 learners participate in advancing regional ecological research.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

91制片厂 learners presented innovative research on climate change, plant biology, and conservation at the 2025 SLEEC Retreat, demonstrating the University\u2019s commitment to empowering the next generation of scientific leaders.<\/p>\n

Maryville Learners Lead the Way in Regional Scientific Collaboration<\/h2>\n

91制片厂 learners presented nine original research projects addressing some of today\u2019s most urgent environmental questions at the annual St.\u202fLouis Ecology, Evolution, and Conservation (SLEEC) Retreat. The retreat, a cornerstone event for the St.\u202fLouis scientific community, brought together researchers, educators, and learners from leading institutions to share discoveries, exchange ideas, and build lasting collaborations.<\/p>\n

The SLEEC Retreat is designed to harness the region\u2019s strengths in ecology, evolution, and conservation. This year\u2019s event featured a dynamic mix of oral presentations, a vibrant poster session, and a keynote address, all aimed at fostering innovation and partnership across the St.\u202fLouis area. Kyra Krakos, PhD, 91制片厂 Professor of Biology<\/a> and SLEEC board member, was proud to participate in the organization of this year\u2019s retreat.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis retreat exemplifies the transformative power of collaboration in advancing scientific understanding,\u201d said Krakos. \u201cSLEEC provides a great platform for our students, and Maryville students are a strong presence in the local science community.\u201d<\/p>\n

Building a Stronger Scientific Community<\/h3>\n

The SLEEC Retreat is a celebration of regional collaboration and a catalyst for new partnerships. By bringing together learners and experts from 91制片厂, Washington University in St.\u202fLouis, Saint Louis University, the Missouri Botanical Garden, and more, the event strengthens the St.\u202fLouis region\u2019s reputation as a leader in ecological and evolutionary research.<\/p>\n

Learn more about some of Maryville’s original projects below:<\/p>\n

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  1. Research Spotlight<\/strong>\n