Science With A Twist

Science With A Twist (SWAT)

Register for SWAT and the optional Lab Crawl here.

Science With A Twist (SWAT) is a casual science and networking event hosted by the Indiana Academy of Science. These events bring together scientists, educators, engineers, students, and community members for informal conversations about science in a relaxed setting.

The event is typically held at the Indiana Academy of Science’s New Administrative Office Space: Krannert Hall, 1100 W. 42nd Street, Indianapolis, IN 46208

Next Science With A Twist Event:

Date: Friday, March 20
Time: 6:30 PM
Location: Krannert Hall
1100 W. 42nd Street
Indianapolis, IN 46208

Speaker: Dr. Lauren Woodward
Title: Useful Nonsense (Mediated mRNA Decay) For Trying Times

Attendees who register in advance will receive a free drink ticket.
Appetizers are included with registration.
A cash bar will be available.

What to Expect

SWAT events feature short, accessible science talks followed by open discussion and networking. No prior scientific expertise is required — just curiosity and an interest in science.

Lab Crawl

In addition, you have the opportunity to participate in the lab crawl!

Past Science With A Twist Events:

• Christopher Schmidt, Diets and Dentitions: A Look Into Dental Anthropology as a Biocultural Science, December 12th, 2025
• Catherine Steding, Genetric Transformation: How the Last 15 Years of Advancement in Genetics have Transformed Clinical Practice, October 17th, 2025
• Coralie Palmer, Mangrove, Seagrass, and Coral Reef Ecosystems, June 27th, 2025
• Saorise Foley, From Web-Builders to Building a Website, March 21st, 2025
• Jennifer Kowalski, Brains vs. Guts: What Tiny Roundworms Teach Us About The Multi-Tissue Control Of Nervous System Function, December 12th, 2024
• Zach Sylvain, Restoring Transformed Landscapes: More Than Meets The Eye, September 13th, 2024
• Rob Denton, Amphibian Mysteries: Strange Sex, Weird Cells, And DNA Theft, June 14th, 2024
• Erik Ohannesian, March 15th, 2024
• Shazia Afzal, Obesity Is A Disease State, December 14th, 2023
• Samina Akbar, September 29th, 2023