Welcome to Chi ComSciCon 2026!
About Us
ComSciCon Chicago is an annual science communication conference organized by graduate students for graduate students! Each year graduate students, and early career researchers across the midwest come together in the beautiful city of Chicago for a day of hands-on workshops led by professional science communicators (Journalists, Authors, Influencers, and Educators).
At this years workshop, participants will learn how to break down and communicate complex scientific ideas through interactive demonstrations, get expert feedback on written and social media pieces, experience what happens when science meets comedy, learn about careers in science communication from a panel of professionals and network with fellow graduate students across the midwest.
Invited Speakers
Monica Meltzer
Bio coming soon!
Kennen Hutchison
Bio coming soon!
Zee Lacson
Award-winning author Zee Lacson writes young adult fiction that blends reality with magic. She enjoys small town living with her husband, twin sons, and an oversized dog. Before pursuing her passion for writing, Zee worked as an engineer, educator, photographer, and artist. These experiences continue to inspire her richly imagined worlds and character-driven stories. She is easily distracted by sushi, quality wine, aromatic coffee, and sweet things. Not always all at once.
Sam Schenk
Bio coming soon!
Uncontrolled Variables
Bio coming soon!
Conference Program
Coming Soon!
Organizers
Badeia Saed, Ph.D
Northwestern University
Madhu Prakash, Ph.D candidate
University of Chicago
Amber Bakkum, Ph.D
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Sponsors
More sponsors coming soon!
Questions? Contact Us
@chicagocomscicon
