Mothbox Workshop - Oct. 28/29
Build your own insect monitoring tools: Low-cost Science and Tool building in the Jungle.
Monitoring nocturnal insects and animals is a challenge that has several low-cost tropical jungle-based solutions, we show and help you assemble tools to monitor insect species in the field.
AGENDA
Location: TSRB Bldg. Auditorium/1st Fl, Georgia Tech, Atlanta (TSRB = Technology Square Research Bldg)
Dates: 28-29th October 2024
RSVP for workshop: RSVP HERE >> (Google login may be required)
Day 1: Monday, 28th October, 2024
- 9:00 AM: Introduction and presentation by Andrew and Yash, covering the Mothbox project, light pollution, and the importance of accessible science.
- 10:00 AM: Break into groups and assign teams+introduce space and plan
- 10:30 AM: Begin building Mothbox kits, with assistance from Andrew, Yash, and Bri.
- 12:00 PM: Lunch break
- 1:30 PM: Continue building Mothbox kits and provide one-on-one support as needed.
- 5:00 PM: End Day 1, clean up workspace
Day 2: Tuesday, 29th October, 2024
- 9:00 AM: Reconvene, review progress from Day 1, and address any questions or challenges.
- 10:00 AM: Continue building Mothbox kits and provide one-on-one support as needed.
Software - 12:00 PM: Lunch break
- 12:30-2:00 PM: Finalize Mothbox builds, test the devices, and troubleshoot any issues.
- 3:00 PM Keynote Andrew Quitmeyer Mothbox: Open Source Science Tools and Conservation TSRB Auditorium. Lecture Details >>
Workshop questions? Contact Clint Zeagler at czeagler3@gatech.edu.
Workshop sponsored by the following organizations:
