ANNUAL INDUCTION CEREMONY & INNOVATION SHOWCASE

Thursday, October 8, 2026
Bell Harbor International Conference Center, Seattle

An evening to honor Washington’s science and engineering leaders and showcase research and innovations shaping our state.

Science and Engineering in the service of Washington

Each fall, the Washington State Academy of Sciences brings together researchers, innovators, policymakers, and other regional leaders to honor the newest members of WSAS and the Washington Junior Academy of Sciences (WAJAS). This year’s program also includes a “Grown in Washington” dinner and a showcase spotlighting innovations in agriculture, energy, and health — a reflection of WSAS’s ongoing work on AI and agriculture and a preview of the Academy’s future work on energy and health.

ANNUAL INDUCTION CEREMONY & INNOVATION SHOWCASE

Thursday, October 8, 2026
Bell Harbor International Conference Center, Seattle

An evening to honor Washington’s science and engineering leaders and showcase research and innovations shaping our state.

Science and Engineering in the service of Washington

Each fall, the Washington State Academy of Sciences brings together researchers, innovators, policymakers, and other regional leaders to honor the newest members of WSAS and the Washington Junior Academy of Sciences (WAJAS). This year’s program also includes a “Grown in Washington” dinner and a showcase spotlighting innovations in agriculture, energy, and health — a reflection of WSAS’s ongoing work on AI and agriculture and a preview of the Academy’s future work on energy and health.

An Experience Built for Connection and Insight

The afternoon belongs to our members and invited regional leaders, with a Thought Leadership Panel and topic-based breakout discussions at 3:00 PM. From 4:30 onward, we welcome the broader community for an evening built around celebration, conversation, and learning.

New Member Induction

The evening’s centerpiece is the induction of new WSAS members and the formal recognition of their commitment to serve the state. The program includes a keynote address and remarks celebrating the newest members of our community, along with recognition of some of the state’s leading high school STEM students as WAJAS fellows.

Grown in Washington Dinner

WSAS spent much of the past year exploring opportunities for Washington agriculture in the age of AI. Sit down to a dinner featuring locally sourced ingredients and learn about the innovations behind what’s on your plate, in the company of people doing fascinating work.

Innovation Showcase

Explore innovation corners spotlighting Washington agriculture and previewing future WSAS initiatives in energy and health. Engage with a student research showcase featuring winning science fair projects and sponsored booths connecting attendees with organizations advancing research, innovation, and impact across Washington.

Partner with WSAS

Partner with WSAS

As the nation re-evaluates the value of science to society, the WSAS Annual Induction Ceremony & Innovation Showcase brings together people committed to putting science and engineering in service to society right here in Washington.

This event gathers a distinguished audience: 250 top researchers, regional leaders, science and technology innovators, and policymakers working on issues that impact Washington. It is one of the rare occasions where leaders across Washington’s innovation ecosystem meet in one room. Sponsoring this event aligns your organization with Washington’s scientific community and the cross-sector work of turning research into real-world impact.

Sponsorship opportunities range from $3,000 to $30,000 and include options to:

  • Support the Grown in Washington dinner, a signature experience spotlighting locally sourced ingredients and the agricultural research and innovations behind them
  • Support innovation corners and showcase booths highlighting regional programs and WSAS efforts in agriculture, energy, and health
  • Support the student research showcase, featuring high school science fair winners from across Washington

Sponsorships can be named, anonymous, or made in honor of an individual who has advanced science or evidence-informed policy in Washington. Your sponsorship helps us celebrate the leading and next generation researchers and innovators in our state. Proceeds exceeding event costs will support WSAS’s 2027 programming.

To discuss sponsorship, contact Melanie Roberts, Executive Director, at melanie.roberts@washacad.org.

Reserve your spot

Reserve your spot

Space is limited! Register now to secure your seat at one of Washington’s premier gatherings of science, policy, and innovation leadership. Early bird tickets are available until September 15.