What comes next for research in Louisiana? The Louisiana Networks of Excellence for Tomorrow (LA-NEXT), Louisiana’s new NSF E-CORE project. LA-NEXT will ignite a transformation of the R&D ecosystem through coordination, facilitation, and capacity building in strategic areas identified by FIRST Louisiana 2030, Louisiana’s updated higher education science & technology plan. The goals of LA-NEXT are designed to realize this vision and dramatically expand the constituencies involved in Louisiana’s research enterprise. Read more about LA-NEXT here.
On January 8, 2026, LA-NEXT will convene its’ inaugural symposium at the LSU Energy Coast and Environment Building on the campus of Louisiana State University A&M.
Click the link to register for the LA-NEXT Symposium: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1967578297654?aff=oddtdtcreator
Meeting Space
LSU Energy, Coast, and Environment Building
Dalton J. Woods Auditorium (Room 1001)
2380 W. Stadium Road
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Other Logistics
- Parking instructions will be made available to registrants prior to the Symposium.
- Lunch will be provided.
- Lodging on your own.
NSF E-CORE Award OIA-2437963