The Sandra K. Abell Institute for Doctoral Students (SKAIDS) was established to support the professional development and education of doctoral students involved in the study of science education. Over the years, SKAIDS has provided a space for doctoral students to establish a community within NARST and to build long-lasting relationships with peers and mentors. 

The 2023 SKAIDS will be held June 4-9, 2023 in Clemson, South Carolina at Clemson University's Outdoor Lab. Organizers are Amelia Gotwals, Christina Schwarz,  Julianne Wenner, and Brooke Whitworth.

The 2023 SKAIDS will host 30 doctoral students matched with 10 faculty mentors.