Hear from innovative thought leaders in the field of entomology. ESA hosts several webinars a year featuring career development best practices, how-to guides, and more.
Note: Starting in February 2026, live webinar attendance will be an ESA members-only benefit. Join ESA now so you can tune in live to upcoming ESA webinars, engage with panelists, and ask questions.
Recorded webinars will be available free in video and podcast format approximately 1-2 weeks after the original event date. Listen to episodes on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or in the ESA Learning Center.
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Please note that ESA has block-out dates every Friday, and all ESA Branch meeting dates (March 8-11, 14-17, March 29-April 1, April 12-15, 19-22, 27-29), June 29-July 1, October 12-November 27, December 21-January 1, and all ESA observed holidays.
Date & Registration Link | Title & Description |
August 17, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm ET | Entomology Policy 101: Everything You Need To Know About How the Government Works To kick off Entomology Advocacy Week, ESA and Lewis-Burke Associates will talk about the basics everyone needs to know about how the government works, and ways entomologists can get involved. Moderator: Erin Cadwalader, PhD Panelist: Dominique Carter, PhD |
August 26, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm ET | Understanding Peer Review: From Participation to Practice The peer review process is a cornerstone of scientific publishing, yet many students and early career professionals may not realize the variety of ways they can engage and contribute. This webinar will explore pathways into peer review and provide guidance on how individuals at different career stages can become involved. Panelists will share insights on navigating the publication process, participating as a reviewer, and contributing to a more effective and inclusive scientific community. Moderator: Morgan Pinkerton Panelists: Demian Gomez, Jeremy Irvine, Therese Poland, Lisa Neven |
August 31, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm ET | Publishing Your Research: A Practical Guide to Writing Scientific Papers This webinar will guide students and early-career professionals through the process of writing and publishing scientific research papers. Participants will learn how to structure a manuscript, present data effectively, select appropriate journals, and navigate the peer-review process. The session will provide practical tips to improve scientific writing and increase the likelihood of publication success. Moderator: Rupinder Singh Panelists: Dr. Rob Morrison, Dr. J.P. Michaud, Dr Cynthia Lord |
September 23, 2026 12:00pm - 1:30pm ET | AI Tools in Education and Extension: Best Practices, Pitfalls, and Practical Applications Generative Artificial Intelligence is causing widespread changes in education, leaving educators with many questions on how to both regulate and implement these developing tools in classrooms. To help provide clarity and guidance on AI and its potential applications in educational settings, we are hosting a webinar focused on defining the current state of generative AI tools, identifying the potential of AI use in classrooms, and the drawbacks to such tools.
Moderator: Melissa Reed Panelists: Alysia Ropp, Morgan Pinkerton, Jonathon Maletic
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Stridulation Station: A New Podcast From ESA
Stridulation Station builds on ESA's webinar series to share conversations from the insect science community. Listen to our episodes on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or in the ESA Learning Center. ESA members can tune in live to engage with panelists and ask questions—register to attend a future recording. Learn more here.
Please note that all the webinars are for everyone! Each webinar will be captioned. If you require another access service to fully participate or have any questions about ESA webinars or accessibility, please contact Danielle Tempesta at dtempesta@entsoc.org. To ensure the best experience, please try to contact us at your earliest convenience.