Algae Every Day

The Algae Biomass Summit is the largest gathering of commercial leaders, entrepreneurs, scientists, policymakers, investors, and young innovators that are driving innovation forward and building the algae and seaweed economy. 

Our program will offer an agenda focused on delivering fresh perspectives, commercial breakthroughs and exciting research that are propelling algae & seaweed products and services as vital solutions to realize a low carbon and sustainable world.

Keynotes, panel discussions, technical talks, poster presentations, and exhibit hall and networking opportunities will offer Summit attendees access to the most current trends and opportunities.

Algae Innovation and Solutions Featured at the Summit

• Food and Nutrition
• Soil and Sustainable Agriculture
• Carbon Capture & Use
• Water and Nutrient Management
• Bioremediation
• Fuels & Energy
• Chemicals, Materials & Plastics
• Animal Feed & Health
• Health& Beauty
• Pharmaceutical Delivery
• Disruptive Technologies
  

Main Stage

The Summit will kick off with keynote speakers, plenary panels, and intensive networking. These must-see sessions highlight commercial successes and policy progress across all disciplines. Each will be followed by live Q&A and networking events.  

Breakout Sessions – Technical Sessions and Meet the Industry

The Summit’s technical and breakout programming includes sessions from our Topical Tracks that explore exciting activity in the industry. In addition to our technical sessions, we’ll host “Meet the Industry” sessions, with presentations from companies, industrial partners, national labs and others offering insight into new product development, services and products. Q&A and networking opportunities will be components of each day’s programming. 

Working group meetings

Working group meetings will review annual activity and accelerate progress on key initiatives. Working groups such as ABO’s Algae for Food and Feed group, our Macroalgae group, and others will convene to plan for future initiatives.

Career Development

The Summit’s Young Innovators Lounge will offer career advice and the opportunity to meet with industy leaders.

Poster Competition and Prizes

The Young Algae Researcher Awards recognize student scientists in the Summit poster sessions for their contributions to the fields of algae biology and engineering. Cash prizes of $250, $150 and $75 are awarded to the top three in each category. To enter, select the “poster” category when submitting your abstract.

Travel Grants Available

The Algae Foundationoffers travel grants to attend the Summit. More information on the Mary Rosenthal Student Travel Grant can be found here. To enter, select your interest in the abstract submission form.

Student Discounts

The Summit welcomes student participation at all levels. The Summit will be offering special registration rates to student attendees, as well as discounts to students that submit abstracts before the priority deadline.

The 2023 Summit Executive Committee

The following individuals made up the all volunteer planning committee for the 2023 Summit. The Algae Biomass Organization is grateful for their time and expertise in making this event possible. 

Chair:

Jake Nalley, Ph.D.
Director of Agronomy
Qualitas Health, Inc.

Vice Chair:
Dylan Franks, Ph.D.
Chief Operations Officer
Jelly Labs

Deputy Vice Chair:
Everett Eustance, Ph.D
Asst Research Scientist
Arizona State University