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danielvibarr.bsky.social @danielvibarr.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

@gardconference.bsky.social Mad that is almost finished

GARD conference 2026 @gardconference.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

It’s time for the final #GARD2026 session: “Microbiomes and host defenses in amphibian and reptile disease” 🦠🧫 @kieran-bates.bsky.social delivered an inspiring keynote about future tools for teasing apart microbe-mediated protection in amphibians #probiotics #microbiome

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Joseph (Joe) K. Gordon @josephkgordon.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

On my way to and from #GARD2026 I have helped four box turtles (Terrepene carolinensis) across roads. If you can do safely, point them in the direction they are heading and thoroughly disinfect your hands; I need nitrile gloves in the car! This has been an inspiring and sobering conference.

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Elle Barnes @ecoevoelle.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

The MEGA Lab has been having a blast at #GARD2026 in Knoxville which just so happens to be placed next to the “Salamander Capital of the World” 💖 The week has been filled with great research, conversations, and so many #amphibians & #reptiles 🐸🦎🦠🌈🧬 #whyistherestillnosalamanderemoji

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dylanvonhoff.bsky.social @dylanvonhoff.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

@gardconference.bsky.social Had an amazing experience at the Rare Salamanders field trip during GARD 2026! The colours on this newt are mesmerizing. We saw more caudata species in one night than I can find in my home country on the other side of the world. #GARD26

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Diana Muñoz @munozbird.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

You know you're at an amphibian and reptile disease conference when they have a biosecurity station set up! So important with inter- state and national travel #GARD2026

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Elle Barnes @ecoevoelle.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

✨ So proud of @ritscience.bsky.social MS student, Emma Thompson, for delivering a great flash talk about her research on #thermalecology & #microbiomes at #GARD2026! 🎉 🦠🐸 She impressed a large international audience of #herp disease experts. #proudmentor @gardconference.bsky.social

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GARD conference 2026 @gardconference.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

We are kicking off #GARD2026 Session 13: “Thermal ecology 🌡️ and emerging pathogens in #herpetofauna” with a talk by Melissa Hernandez Poveda on why corroboree frogs like to be cozy too 🐸☕️

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GARD conference 2026 @gardconference.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

🎉 Get excited #herp community! #GARD2026 just announced the location of #GARD2028 🗺️ ✈️ GARD will be going to South Africa! #herpetology #amphibian #reptile #diseaseecology

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GARD conference 2026 @gardconference.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

Day 4 of #GARD2026 is here! 🦠 This morning, Rodrigo Megía-Palma is delivering the keynote for our first session “Parasites and emerging infections in reptile and amphibian populations” We are ready for some beautiful images of lizards!🦎🌈

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GARD conference 2026 @gardconference.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

☀️Good morning, #GARD2026! 📸 Today at 2pm is the last day to enter to win a 💰cash prize💰 for the best social media post! Don’t forget to tag us!

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GARD conference 2026 @gardconference.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

📍Don’t forget to stop by and see the Healthy Trade Institute at #GARD2026! 🏷️👕 All merch sales will go towards student travel grants for GARD2028!

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Danielle Galvin-Sommerhalder @danijean98.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

Last night's #GARD26 salamander field trip with TWRA!

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Angela Peace @angiepeace.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

@gardconference.bsky.social Mathing all the maths at the GARD modeling workshop. Frog+zoospores+Rcoding=fun times :) #GARD2026

Students at interactive modeling workshop.

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GARD conference 2026 @gardconference.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

We had so much fun last night at the first #GARD2026 trivia organized by the student social committee! Competition was fierce with so many herp disease experts in the room, but only one team could be victorious: Newt Kids on the Block 🎉✨🏆

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GARD conference 2026 @gardconference.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

☕️ Coffee in hand, we are ready for the next session of #GARD2026! “Climate-driven amphibian disease ecology” 🐸☀️💨 @michelohmer.bsky.social is kickstarting the conversation

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GARD conference 2026 @gardconference.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

We are ready for Day 2 of #GARD2026! We are starting with a session on “Wildlife disease dynamics & conservation in changing environments” 🦠🐸🌎

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GARD conference 2026 @gardconference.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Welcome to Day 1 of #GARD2026! 👋 Quick navigation tip to get your morning started: all conference activities, sessions, and events will take place on the 4th floor of the UT Conference Center. 🗺️ Conveniently, it's located right across the street from the main hotel! 🧵👇

Conference tip 1: all activities on 4th floor. Background of amphibians and reptiles in forest.

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GARD conference 2026 @gardconference.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

Safe travels to everyone heading our way this weekend! ✈️🚆🚗 Everything is officially set here, and we can’t wait to kick things off on Monday. We’re so excited to welcome you all to Knoxville, catch up, and dive into your amazing research! See you very soon! 👋✨ #GARD2026

Cartoon scene of amphibians and reptiles traveling to the GARD conference with the text “Next stop, GARD 2026. Safe travels!”

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GARD conference 2026 @gardconference.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

A friendly reminder that we will not be selling merch on-site at #GARD26. 👕🧢👚 🔗 If you want GARD merch, make sure to order it at the link below!

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GARD conference 2026 @gardconference.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

✨ Instructions are rolling out for how #GARD26 attendees can connect to our conference mobile app! 🧑🏽‍💻 You can use it to browse the schedule, search attendees, view alerts, and more! 📱 Details are sent to the email associated with registration—each email provides a unique pin for accessing the app.

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GARD conference 2026 @gardconference.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

Presenting a poster or talk at #GARD26? 🗣️💭 Make sure to check out the instructions on our website! 🐸🦠🐍 You can also find the meeting program 📆 🔗 utconferences-third-gard-conference.eventsair.site/program

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GARD conference 2026 @gardconference.bsky.social · 14/03/2026

🐣 Early Bird Registration ends 3/15! Don’t miss your chance to register for #GARD26 at a discounted rate 💵 utconferences-third-gard-conference.eventsair.site/register

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GARD conference 2026 @gardconference.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

🐍 Did you register for #GARD26 yet? 🗺️ Don’t miss out on great presentations & herping field trips! 🐣 Early Bird Registration open until March 15th! 🔗 utconferences.eventsair.com/3rd-gard-con... #herpetology #wildlife #conservation #disease #ecology #evolution #amphibian #reptile #microbiome

Promotional image encouraging you to join us for the third annual amphibian and reptile disease conference. Registration is open!

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GARD conference 2026 @gardconference.bsky.social · 12/02/2026

🚨Last call for Abstracts🚨 🗣️ Don’t miss the opportunity to present your research at #GARD26 🦠 Deadline extended to Sunday, Feb 15! 🔗 Apply: utconferences.eventsair.com/third-gard-c... #disease #ecology #evolution #microbiome #amphibian #reptile #herpetology #conservation #PopGen #wildlife 🧬🖥️

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GARD conference 2026 @gardconference.bsky.social · 01/02/2026

Due to recent weather challenges in the eastern US, we are extending abstract submission until Feb 15 for all!

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GARD conference 2026 @gardconference.bsky.social · 31/01/2026

⏰ ABSTRACTS DUE TOMORROW! ⏰ Don’t forget to submit your abstract to #GARD26 by Feb 1 Join one of the largest gatherings of herpetologists 🐸🐍🐢🦎 Link to submit: utconferences.eventsair.com/third-gard-c... #conservation #ecology #evolution #herps #amphibian #reptile #disease #microbiome

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GARD conference 2026 @gardconference.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

Are you as excited about GARD as we are? Show your support by purchasing some of our merch! All funds raised go to support student travel awards! You can have products delivered to your door, or pick them up at GARD! See here for more: utconferences.eventsair.com/third-gard-c... #GARD26

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GARD conference 2026 @gardconference.bsky.social · 16/01/2026

🚨Deadline approaching🚨 🦠 Don’t miss your chance to present at #GARD26! 🧬 Submit your abstract by Feb 1! 🔗: utconferences.eventsair.com/third-gard-c... #amphibian #reptile #disease #ecology #evolution #conservation

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GARD conference 2026 @gardconference.bsky.social · 07/01/2026

🐸📢Registration is OPEN! The registration portal for #GARD26 is now open! 🐓Early bird In-Person registration ends March 15 🐣Early bird Virtual registration ends May 15 For more information on deadlines and registration, take a look at our website: utconferences.eventsair.com/third-gard-c...

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GARD conference 2026 @gardconference.bsky.social · 03/01/2026

✨APPLY NOW! ✨ 🗓️ Less than a month left to submit your abstract for #GARD26 🧪🌏 🦎 Present your research as a talk or poster! 🐍 Learn the latest re: #amphibian and #reptile #disease! 🦠 Network with academics & #conservation professionals!

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GARD conference 2026 @gardconference.bsky.social · 22/12/2025

✨Reminder✨🐸🦎🐢 Don’t forget to submit your abstract for #GARD26 by Feb 1! We are looking for posters & oral presentations from all career stages! #herpetology #conservation #amphibian #reptile #diseaseecology

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GARD conference 2026 @gardconference.bsky.social · 11/12/2025

📢Join the GARD26 Mentorship Program! ☕This inaugural program will match junior and senior scientists to facilitate networking opportunities at the 2026 GARD meeting. ✏️Interested in signing up? Keep an eye out for the link included in the registration when it opens in January 2026!

Flyer advertising the GARD26 mentorship program. The text reads: GARD26 Mentorship Program. Looking to strengthen your networking skills and make connections with senior scientists? Want to share your experience with junior researchers? Join the GARD26 Mentorship program! Look for our link during registration! To participate, fill out a brief form that will help us pair mentors and mentees based on research interests/experience. We are looking for both mentors and mentees! Questions? Contact: Felipe Floreste | felipefloreste@gmail.com, Danielle Galvin | dgalvin2@utk.edu, and Daniel Malagon | dmalago@g.clemson.edu

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GARD conference 2026 @gardconference.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

🚨 Travel Grant App closes 12/1 🚨 🐸🦠 Are you a student or early career researcher interested in presenting at #GARD26? 🐢🧫 We want to support you! Apply for up to $2500 USD! 🌏🧪 🐍🧬 Link: utconferences.eventsair.com/third-gard-c... #amphibian #reptile #diseaseecology #herpetology

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GARD conference 2026 @gardconference.bsky.social · 14/11/2025

✨Call for Abstracts is OPEN✨ Exciting news: We are now accepting submissions for #GARD26 presentations! We have many formats and topics. Apply now using our template & share this post with all your #amphibian & #reptile focused colleagues 🦎🐍🐢🐸 utconferences.eventsair.com/third-gard-c...

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GARD conference 2026 @gardconference.bsky.social · 30/10/2025

🎉 Important news 🎉 We have extended the deadline for the travel grant to Dec. 1st!

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GARD conference 2026 @gardconference.bsky.social · 30/10/2025

🚨Two days remaining!🚨 Travel grant applications for #GARD26 are due Nov. 1st! Great opportunities for student/early career funding and/or for researchers coming from far away! Apply now! 🐸🦠🐍🐢🌍🦎 #amphibian #reptile #disease #ecology utconferences.eventsair.com/third-gard-c...

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GARD conference 2026 @gardconference.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

Applications for travel grants to #GARD26 are due Nov. 1st! We encourage diverse participation especially by those with limited financial resources and early career researchers. Join us in Knoxville! 🐸🐍🐢🌎 Apply: utconferences.eventsair.com/third-gard-c... #herpetology #amphibian #reptile

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GARD conference 2026 @gardconference.bsky.social · 29/09/2025

📢The GARD Social Committee is meeting October 15 from 1-2pm EDT. If you are interested in helping plan social, networking, and other events for GARD attendees, please DM us for the Zoom link! 🐸🐍🐢🦎🐊

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GARD conference 2026 @gardconference.bsky.social · 16/09/2025

📢Are you interested in providing input for GARD26? Or just want to stay in the loop about the meeting? Join us for our first planning meeting! Where: Zoom (DM 📨 for link) When: 23 September 11am-12pm EDT We will discuss next steps, deadlines, and finalize committees!

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GARD conference 2026 @gardconference.bsky.social · 05/09/2025

📢We are seeking volunteers to join committees for GARD 2026! The deadline to express your interest is 11 Sept 2025. Contact mgray11@utk.edu with questions. Committees: *Steering *Fundraising *Travel grants *Scientific *Workshops *Student/social *Field trips *Local logistics *Social media *Ethics

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GARD conference 2026 @gardconference.bsky.social · 29/08/2025

📢Save the Date! June 8-12, 2026 the 3rd Global Amphibian and Reptile Disease Conference will be held in Knoxville, TN! Take a look at our website for more information on hotels, registration, and travel grants! Link: tiny.utk.edu/gard26 #herpetology #amphibians #reptiles #scicomm #GARD26

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