2025 NSTA Philly Sessions Conference Schedule
Explore the molecular world from a new perspective! Join 3D Molecular Designs at the 2025 NSTA Sessions Conference in Philadelphia to see how modeling transforms student learning.
Friday, March 28th
Room: Ballroom IV
8:00am - 9:00am
Session Title: Water’s Wonder: A Molecular Exploration
Presenter: Mark Arnholt
Session Description: Explore water’s structure, polarity, and hydrogen bonding in this hands-on workshop. Through interactive activities, gain insight into water’s role in biological and environmental systems. Aligned with NGSS, this session offers an innovative approach to teaching fundamental chemistry principles.
Featured kits and models: Water Kit©, NaCl Lattice©
9:20am - 10:20am
Session Title: Exploring Phospholipids and Membrane Transport
Presenter: Mark Arnholt
Session Description: Model with us to explore phospholipid structure, their role in cell membranes, and membrane transport proteins through hands-on experiences and classroom modeling strategies that make abstract concepts tangible.
Presenter: Mark Arnholt
Session Description: Model with us to explore phospholipid structure, their role in cell membranes, and membrane transport proteins through hands-on experiences and classroom modeling strategies that make abstract concepts tangible.
Featured kits and models: Phospholipid & Membrane Transport Kit©
10:40am - 11:40am
Session Title: Modeling mRNA - Life after Transcription
Presenter: Alice Scheele
Session Description: Engage in a hands-on approach to transcription and mRNA modification, taking your Flow of Genetic information kit to the next level for AP® Bio, including exon splicing, GTP cap, and poly-A tail.
Featured kits and models: Flow of Genetic Information Kit©
1:20pm - 2:20pm
Session Title: Dynamic DNA: Visualizing the Blueprint of Life
Presenter: Mark Arnholt
Session Description: Discover innovative strategies for teaching the structure and function of DNA through inquiry-based, hands-on activities. This session explores tactile learning with Dynamic DNA models, fostering student engagement and critical thinking aligned with NGSS.
Presenter: Mark Arnholt
Session Description: Discover innovative strategies for teaching the structure and function of DNA through inquiry-based, hands-on activities. This session explores tactile learning with Dynamic DNA models, fostering student engagement and critical thinking aligned with NGSS.
Featured kits and models: Dynamic DNA Kit©
2:40pm - 3:40pm
Session Title: Flowing through the Central Dogma with 3D Molecular Designs
Presenter: Alice Scheele
Session Description: Experience hands-on modeling of replication, transcription and translation to empower your student's learning and understanding of these processes.
Featured kits and models: Flow of Genetic Information Kit©
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Session Title: Unlocking Protein Dynamics: Understanding Folding and Active Sites
Presenter: Mark Arnholt
Session Description: Explore protein structure and function through folding principles and enzyme active sites. Use hands-on molecular models, including our Amino Acid Starter Kit and the redesigned Acetylcholinesterase Active Site Model. Aligned with NGSS, this offers an innovative approach to teaching proteins!
Presenter: Mark Arnholt
Session Description: Explore protein structure and function through folding principles and enzyme active sites. Use hands-on molecular models, including our Amino Acid Starter Kit and the redesigned Acetylcholinesterase Active Site Model. Aligned with NGSS, this offers an innovative approach to teaching proteins!
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