Policy on using social media concerning unpublished data in talks or posters:

To maintain and foster an environment at the Maize Genetics Meeting where colleagues feel comfortable and are encouraged to share unpublished data, online posting of data, results, hypotheses, conclusions, or any other aspects of a talk or poster are not permitted without the expressed consent of the authors. Authors will be able to give consent when making their abstract submissions. Whether permission has been granted will then be indicated by a blue bird symbol next to their entry in the abstract book, and on their first slide or poster. In the absence of this pre-obtained approval, the only permissible information to post about a talk is the information publicly available in the abstract book.

Prohibition of side or project meetings during the Official Program of the Maize Genetics Meeting (MGM):

The Maize Genetics Meeting Steering Committee (MGMSC) is charged with organizing the MGM and all affiliated activities. The MGMSC discussed and decided to prohibit any group from making a hotel meeting room reservation during the organized sessions of the MGM, including the short talks, poster sessions, or plenary talks. This action was taken to avoid splinter or concurrent sessions at the MGM outside of the purview of the MGMSC, which would fundamentally change the meeting and potential interactions among cooperators. Groups wishing to organize project or side meetings at the MGM are encouraged to do so on Thursday before the start of the meeting, Sunday after the conclusion of the meeting, or may do so during breakfast, lunch, or dinner during the meeting. However, in the latter cases, the project or group meeting must conclude prior to the start of the next session organized as part of the MGM. It is expected that all students receiving financial support to participate in the MGM be fully present and in attendance during all MGM sessions.

Health and Safety policy:

The Maize Genetics Cooperation (MGC) is committed to the health and safety of all Cooperation members and attendees of the Annual Maize Genetics Meeting (MGM). In keeping with the United States Centers for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines, we have developed a health & safety policy for the Maize Genetics Meeting, which can be viewed here.

Conference site resources for child and other family care:

The Maize Genetics community strives to include all members wishing to attend and participate in the meeting. We recognize that primary care givers may have difficulties attending and arranging for family care during the meeting to allow their participation. People who would not otherwise be able to attend the meeting should contact Sherry Flint-Garcia before January 27 to discuss possible accommodations we may be able to provide during the meeting to enable you to participate.

International Attendees:

Those international attendees who require letters of invitation to facilitate visa processing may contact the meeting Chair, Sherry Flint-Garcia.

To travel to this conference, you may need to obtain a non-immigrant visitor's (or other) visa, usually from a US embassy in your home country. Please determine specific requirements for your country. Relevant information may be found at US government web sites:

https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/business.html
https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/study.html

Union Station Attractions:

Before or after the Maize Genetics Meeting, use your ID badge to get a 20% discount on Union Station Attractions!

Below are the breakdowns AFTER the 20% discount:

Aquarium $20 per adult. Sun-Thurs 9am-5pm. Fri & Sat 9am-8pm. Last ticket 1 and 15 minutes prior to closing.	Ropes Course $12 per adult. Sun-Thurs 9am-5pm. Fri & Sat 9am-8pm. Last ticket 45 minutes prior to closing. There are two courses: one for adults and a Lil Tykes Course for those under 48 inches.	Mirror Maze $6.40 per adult. Sun-Thurs 9am-5pm. Fri & Sat 9am-8pm. Last ticket 30 minutes prior to closing.
The Wheel $12 per adult. Daily 10am - 10:00pm.	Miniature Golf $8 per adult. Daily 10am - 10:00pm.	Carousel $4 per adult. Daily 10am - 10:00pm.

Bundles:

Fantastic 5: $36 per adult (access to the Aquarium, Mirror Maze, The Wheel, Carousel and Mini Golf)

Aquarium & Wheel: $28 per adult

Aquarium and Ropes Course tickets are timed tickets, while the other 4 attractions are first come first serve. For the Ropes Course, we allow 10 guests on the ropes course every 15 minutes; all guests must sign a waiver.

Please note that St. Louis Union Station as a complex is following the St. Louis City guidelines.

Other St. Louis Attractions:

Missouri History Museum
Public tours for individuals and groups are available for $60 per person. Tours include:

• Welcome and introduction to St. Louis's rich, complex, and often surprising history from an MHS expert.
• Bus tour exploring St. Louis neighborhoods, oddities, and landmarks, including meet-and-greets with today's history-makers along the way. Led by the talented team from MHS's popular See STL Tours.
• A happy hour to close out the day, featuring St. Louis's favorite snacks, local beers, and a chance to get to know some fellow St. Louisans.

Cahokia Mounds
The exhibits and gallery will be closed for most of 2025 due to major mechanican renovations, but the grounds and trails will remain open. Public guided tours on the trails can be scheduled by contacting [email protected].