2026 NextGen Project Directors Meeting

DATES

September 9-10, 2026

LOCATION and ROOM BLOCK

Kansas City Marriott Downtown

200 W 12th St, Kansas City, MO 64105

Room Block Open until 5 pm ET, August 17, 2026

PARTICIPANTS

Maximum four participants per project (not institution)

AGENDA

The 2026 NextGen Project Directors Meeting will include topics and activities to help propel the steady growth of your programs through increased collaboration across projects. There will be some optional breakout sessions for attendees. There will be at least two poster sessions. More information and details coming soon. In the meantime, this is a draft agenda to use for your travel planning purposes.

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