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 in the lobby.

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2025 Presenters:

• Brian Beal, Downeast Institute

• Damian Brady, University of Maine Darling's Marine Center

• Kourtney Collum, College of the Atlantic

• Cory Johnson, MDI Biological Laboratory

• Asheesh Lanba, University of Southern Maine

• Danielle Levesque, University of Maine

• Chuck Lubelczyk, MaineHealth Institute for Research

• Kristen O'Connell, The Jackson Laboratory

• Mac Stetzer, University of Maine

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Check out our 2024 geniuses!

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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.