Public Events

Conversations: Big Ideas

May 15, 2025
5:15 pm - 7:15 pm

Who will win? You decide. Back by popular demand! Three teams of Danforth Center scientists compete for your vote for the best new BIG IDEA. Hear the latest leading-edge research ideas to solve big challenges in agriculture and the environment. Prepare to be entertained and inspired by some of the Center’s most talented early-career scientists! It's TED Talks meets Shark Tank.

5:15 - 6:00 PM Networking reception
6:00 - 7:15 PM  Program and audience vote, followed by award presentation

Reserve your seat and be part of the action.
Reservations are free for both in-person and virtual attendees, but required.

What to Expect

Conversations is a series of free panel discussions organized by the Danforth Center Friends Committee. Since 2003, Conversations has offered the public the opportunity to learn about the world of the Center and its partners. Big Ideas events were inspired by the Danforth Leadership Council.

Attendee Notice of Release
By entering the Danforth Center for this event, you acknowledge that you are providing your consent to be photographed, filmed, and otherwise have your likeness or voice recorded for use by the Danforth Center in any and all media materials, including websites and in other marketing or educational materials, in perpetuity.

Media Sponsor

For information on sponsoring Conversations, contact Lee’at Bachar, Corporate and Foundation Relations Officer, at 314.587.1210 or email: lbachar@danforthcenter.org.

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