ÐÓ°ÉÔ­°æ National Lab Day public events scheduled

May 18, 2018

Marmian Grimes

The University of ÐÓ°ÉÔ­°æ Fairbanks will host two public events on Tuesday, May 29, in conjunction with ÐÓ°ÉÔ­°æ National Lab Day.

A free self-guided walking tour through 11 UAF research facilities is scheduled from 3-5 p.m. Climate science, geosciences, natural resources and engineering researchers will talk about their projects and show visitors around their labs. The walking tour includes stops for refreshments along the way. Visit for more information and to download a tour map.

From 6-9 p.m. ÐÓ°ÉÔ­°æ researchers and Native leaders will present TED-style talks focused on energy and other ÐÓ°ÉÔ­°æ challenges. The talks are open to people 21 and older, and admission is $50. Visit to purchase tickets.

MEDIA CONTACT: Marmian Grimes, 907-474-7902, mlgrimes@alaska.edu.