Research Events Roundup
Global Health Institute March Global Health Webinar – March 11
Event is 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 11
MODERATOR:
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Sara McKinnon, professor of Rhetoric, Politics & Culture in the Department of Communication Arts in the College of Letters and Science at the UW–Madison, director of the Latin American, Caribbean and Iberian Studies Program, and co-chair of the Human Rights Program.
PANELISTS:
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Riley Ray Griffin, technology reporter, Bloomberg News
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Apoorva Mandavilli, science and global health reporter, New York Times
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Jamie Hansen, communications manager, Stanford Center for Innovation in Global Health
WEBINAR LINKS:
Ethics in Scientific Authorship – March 20 (RSVP by March 17)
“Authorship Sins and Misdemeanors and How to Address Them”
Featuring Lisa Rasmussen, associate professor in philosophy and graduate director at the University of North Carolina Charlotte. Sponsored by the School of Engineering.
Rasmussen is editor-in-chief of accountability in research and co-editor of the book series Philosophy and Medicine (Springer). She has been PI or Co-PI on over $1 million in NSF grants, including a 5-year grant currently underway on authorship ethics, “Fostering a Culture of Openness and Accountability with Institutional Authorship Policies.”
One of Rasmussen’s main research and teaching areas is research ethics. She is presently working on a book manuscript on unregulated human subject research, motivated by her recent work in citizen science and DIY Bio.
When: noon to 1 p.m. Thursday, March 20
Where: Engineering Hall 1610
RSVP BY MARCH 17: go.wisc.edu/59y7ob
QUESTIONS? ryan.radke@wisc.edu
Wisconsin Stem Cell Symposium – April 2 (submission deadline is March 19)
The annual Wisconsin Stem Cell Symposium is coordinated by the UW–Madison Stem Cell & Regenerative Medicine Center and the BTC Institute. It is held at the Biopharmaceutical Technology Center (BTC) on the Promega Corporation Campus in Fitchburg/Madison.
It brings together leading researchers investigating human biology and disease with engineered human cells, organoids and tissues. Each year, the planning committee selects a focus related to stem cells and regenerative medicine.
This year’s Symposium, entitled “Translational and Commercial Applications of Stem Cell-Derived Technologies,” will bring together speakers that showcase how these technologies and computational tools are being used to enable diverse translational and commercial biomedical applications. The agenda includes speakers from academia and industry, a panel discussion with local industry representatives, and a research poster competition/session.
Learn more here: https://www.btci.org/events-symposia/wisconsin-stem-cell-symposium/
20th Global Health Symposium – April 8 (Poster abstract application due March 17)
With the theme, Why Global Health Networks Matter, the Global Health Institute has again partnered with the Office of Global Health in the School of Medicine and Public Health, and also welcomes CALS Global as an additional co-host.
Time and date: The hybrid event will take place on 4 to 8 p.m. on April 8,
Location: Discovery Building, 330 N. Orchard St., with a virtual option.
The Symposium features a keynote speaker, posters from across campus showcasing global health projects, a fireside chat panel discussing, White-nose Syndrome in Bats Connection to One Health, and an engaging networking session. All are welcome, the event is free, but registration is required.
The keynote speaker is Suchitra Ella, co-founder and managing director of Bharat Biotech. The panel features high-level field experts from UW–Madison, University of Chicago, National Wildlife Center, and will be moderated by GHI Director Jorge Osorio.
2025 Multicultural Student Achievement Network Institute professional development opportunity April 10-11
Location: The Madison Concourse Hotel
Time and dates:
- 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Thursday, April 10
- 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, April 11
Theme: New Approaches, Different Possibilities, and Uncharted Paths: Transforming Schools into Spaces of Belonging Where All Can Thrive
The conference will also include a keynote address from Patricia Baquedano-López, professor at the UC Berkeley School of Education, and reflections from a panel of Dane County high school students who are equity leaders in their schools
The MSAN Institute is a two-day, professional development opportunity dedicated to advancing our understanding and knowledge of current research and district practices that have positive impacts on multicultural students and that further racial equity in schools.
2025 MSAN Institute Draft Agenda (PDF)
https://www.wcer.wisc.edu/news/detail/msan-institute-returns-april-10-11-2025
Request for Applications for Translational Basic and Clinical pilot award – deadline is April 15
The Institute for Clinical and Translational Research (ICTR) is has announced the release of the Request for Applications for the Translational Basic and Clinical pilot award.
UW–Madison early career faculty, faculty and staff are invited to submit a letter of intent via email to Peggy Hatfield, pmhatfie@wisc.edu, on or before 11 p.m. April 15.
Earth Fest Sustainability Research Networking Event – April 22
Tuesday, April 22
3– 4:30 p.m.
Memorial Union – Tripp Commons
Join the Sustainability Research Hub for an Earth Fest Networking Event where researchers, faculty, and sustainability staff will come together to explore critical challenges. This interactive session will foster innovative ideas and valuable collaborations, emphasizing the deep connections between RISE-EARTH, RISE-AI, and RISE-THRIVE .
Through discussions focusing on the theme areas of Adaptation, Resilience, Technology, and Humanity, participants will examine how AI-driven solutions and human-centered approaches to well-being and equity intersect with environmental sustainability . Thought leaders from all three RISE areas will share insights on how technology, policy, and community engagement can drive transformative change.
Event Highlights
- Networking. Engage in meaningful discussions with peers across a variety of sustainability disciplines
- Interactive Format. Participate in facilitated discussions where you’ll explore obstacles, brainstorm solutions, and identify valuable resources.
- Diverse Topics. Discussion tables will cover a wide range of sustainability themes.
- Snacks! Light refreshments will be served.
- Why Attend?
- Expand Your Network. Meet fellow researchers, faculty, and sustainability professionals across a range of disciplines.
- Collaborative Brainstorming. Share and refine ideas while working toward practical solutions.
- Learn About Available Resources. Discover new research tools, funding opportunities, and potential collaborations to advance sustainability efforts.
Who Should Attend?
UW–Madison researchers, faculty, and professionals with an interest in sustainability and environmental issues. Whether you’re working on energy, climate, waste management, water conservation, or human health, this event is a perfect place to build partnerships and gain insights.
Institute for Clinical and Translational Research Faculty Mentorship Award –nominations are due May 30
For the second year, ICTR is excited to be seeking nominations for the ICTR Faculty Mentorship Award. Nominations are accepted until 5 p.m. on May 30.
This award aims to recognize faculty who have contributed to the career and personal growth of clinical and translational research faculty through mentorship practices that are intentional, culturally responsive and evidence-based.
For more details, please visit the ICTR website.