Annual Grad SLAM Competition
Can you present your research in just 3 minutes?
Grad SLAM is an annual competitive public speaking event that gives graduate students the chance to showcase the impact of your research. Bring your work to the forefront for a live audience to share what you already know, that your research is cutting-edge, breaking barriers, and has the potential to change the world.
Not only will you master the skill of delivering your academic story in a dynamic way, but winners will also take home prizes ranging from $25 to $2,500. Grad SLAM will propel your professional communication skills to new heights-- your research is important, now it’s your turn to tell us why!
2026 Final Round
Join us in-person for the UC San Diego Grad SLAM & Postdoc PITCH Final Round on Thursday, April 2nd at 3 p.m. (PT) at the Qualcomm Institute. Come hear our finalists present their 3 minute talks!
Congratulations to the 2026 Finalists
Participants are listed in alphabetical order
| Participant |
Academic Area |
|
Devyansh Agrawal
|
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering |
| Sai Krishna Bhamidipati | Biological Sciences |
|
Aldan Creo
|
Data Science |
|
Joanna Eckhardt
|
Neurosciences |
|
Cole Kurashige
|
Computer Science and Engineering |
|
Qin Hui Li
|
Biomedical Sciences |
|
Michael Reiss
|
Bioengineering |
|
Arushi Srivastava
|
Rady School of Management |
|
Yiyan Yu
|
Bioengineering |
Participant Resources
Preparation Assistance
Workshop and coaching information to help you get ready for your presentation
Additional Resources
Learn how to tell your research story, prep an excellent presentation, and build public speaking confidence.
Grad SLAM Alumni Spotlight
Hear from Grad SLAM alumni about the impact participation had on their graduate student experience as well as their professional career pathways.
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