The registration and abstract submission are now open. Please note that abstract submission, registration, and hotel reservations are separate processes. There will be a registration fee of $75 for registrations made by December 22, 2016. After December 22, 2016, the registration fee will be $100. Registration fees must be paid separately from the registration process. You can pay the registration fee online here. PLEASE NOTE: Cash cannot be accepted at the Junior Researchers Workshop or the conference. You will be able to pay with a credit card (only) at both venues. Any changes to your registration and/or abstract should be made by sending an email to jinacee (AT) msu.edu. A limited number of travel grants are available to cover hotel/travel costs for this meeting. The deadline to apply for travel support is November 30, 2016. To apply, please send a brief justification to MacKenzie Warren (mwarren (AT) msu.edu).