5 Minute Genius™ features short, sharp talks by some of Maine’s finest scientists with 5 minutes per talk, plus 5 minutes for questions. Presenting a sprint through some of the most remarkable, cutting-edge science in Maine - you will feel like a genius in no time!  Want more? Stick around for a reception after the event.

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2026 Presenters:

• Julia Brown, Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences

• Jason Bubier, The Jackson Laboratory

• Sheila Edalatpour, University of Maine

• Ryan Gordon, Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry 

• Chuck Lubelczyk,  Maine Health

• Emily Spaulding, MDI Biological Laboratory

• Karyn Sporer, University of Maine

• LeAnn Whitney, Maine Maritime Academy

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Saturday, March 28, 2026 | 7:00pm, Penobscot Theatre, Bangor

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Event type: Presentation

Moderator: Kate Dickerson, Maine Discovery Museum

​Sponsor: Maine Technology Institute

Recommended Audience: high school and up​

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5 Minute Genius™ is a hugely popular event.

We highly recommend you sign up to ensure your seat.