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Welcome to the Annual Idaho STEM Conference, presented by ICTM, ISTA, IDEEA, and CSTA! Join us on July 30th and 31st at Mountain View High School in Meridian, Idaho. An optional field trip day will be held on August 1st at various locations.  

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Biomimicry & Computer Science – How Nature is Informing the Future of Algorithms, AI, and More
Wednesday July 30, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MDT
TBA
Question: How can nature’s problem-solving strategies help students understand and innovate in computer science?

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How can nature’s genius help students understand the future of technology? This workshop explores how biomimicry—the practice of learning from nature’s time-tested solutions—can inspire new ways of thinking about innovation, problem-solving, and the rapidly evolving technological landscape.

Through compelling examples—like how swarm behavior has influenced robotics or how neural networks draw inspiration from biological systems—educators will discover how nature’s adaptive strategies provide a powerful framework for engaging students in STEM. We’ll discuss how ecosystems solve challenges through decentralized intelligence, resilience, and efficiency, and how these lessons can help students think critically about the world they will shape.

By the end, educators will walk away with practical strategies and hands-on lesson ideas that make STEM more relatable, engaging, and future-ready—showing students that nature itself is the original engineer, designer, and problem solver.

Speakers
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Billy Almon

Astrobiofuturist
Billy Almon is an Astrobiofuturist who uses nature’s hidden wonders to design innovative solutions that improve the human condition—both for those on Earth and those venturing to the stars. Through his Dream and Adapt Framework, Billy inspires leaders, educators, and creators... Read More →
Wednesday July 30, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm MDT
TBA
  Technology

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