Upcoming Events & Training


Past Events & Training
NAECR Spark Series

NAECR 2025-26 Conversation Spark Series

Virtual

NAECR has launched a new conversation series for early childhood researchers who want to explore emerging topics together — starting with artificial intelligence (AI) in early childhood research.

Group members will meet virtualy three times this academic year for informal, idea-rich conversations where you can share what you’re trying, learn from peers, brainstorm possibilities and spark collaborations. This is a space to explore and connect.

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NAECR Anniversary

NAECR 10-year Anniversary Open House

Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025 8:30-10 AM CDT CPEH 227

Join us to celebrate 10 years of engaging in, generating and supporting interdisciplinary research to benefit children age 8 and younger. Light breakfast will be available.

This event is free, but registration is required.

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NAECR Networking

NAECR Networking University of Nebraska Early Childhood Research

Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025 12:00-1:00 PM CST Virtual

This virtual event will highlight the latest early childhood research across the University of Nebraska system. Participants will have time for questions and discussion with presenters.

Presenters include Clariebelle Gabas, David Kingston and Susan Loveall.

The event is free but requires registration.

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2026 CYFS Summit on Research in Early Childhood

2026 CYFS Early Childhood Research Summit

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 8:00 AM-4:00 PM CDT Nebraska Innovation Commons Conference Center

The 2026 CYFS Early Childhood Research Summit aims to communicate cutting-edge early childhood findings from NU-affiliated researchers and colleagues, link ongoing efforts in early childhood research, practice and policy, and advance the science of early childhood education and development via connections among community partners, key stakeholders, policymakers, early childhood practitioners and researchers.

More details coming soon!

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