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This calendar is a round-up of events related to research from around BU. Browse all upcoming events by date, or select an event topic to narrow your search.
Wednesday, January 22
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Introduction to SciVal, Bibliometrics DatabaseThroughout higher education there is a growing impetus to incorporate data into decision making. One focus is the growing availability of bibliometrics, or the collection and analysis of data about books, articles, and other publications. SciVal, one of the leading sources of bibliometric data for academic institutions, is available for free to all BU faculty…
Wednesday, January 29
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Wed@Hariri–Meet Our Fellows SeriesNetworking and refreshments 2:45 pm – 3:00 pm, talk 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm, reception to follow Sanaz Mobasseri is an Assistant Professor of Management and Organizations at Boston University’s Questrom School of Business. Her research investigates how organizational and social network processes shape gender and race differences amongst employees in the workplace. She does…
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Now is the Time: How to Increase the Public Value of Scientific Research, with Arthur Lupia of the National Science FoundationDr. Arthur Lupia, Assistant Director, National Science Foundation and head of its Social, Behavioral and Economic Sciences Directorate will delve into how science conveys value to society in an era when many people are asking new questions about who and what to believe. Dr. Lupia will explore how public views and expectations of science are…
Thursday, January 30
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Industry on Tap: Collaborations Advancing ResearchHosted by BU Industry Engagement. As public funding for academic research declines and industry places more emphasis on product development over research, new collaboration models are emerging to fill in the gaps. In this special edition of Research on Tap, BU researchers will share how they have worked with industry in different ways to further their…
Tuesday, February 11
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Perfect Your Pitch for Fun & Impact, with Linda Plano, PhDHosted by BU Technology Development Communicating with your colleagues about your research is second nature: efficient, productive and collaborative. Communicating with people who do not share your background or about non-technical issues can be slow and even frustrating. It doesn’t have to be that way! Join communication coach Linda Plano for an interactive seminar to…
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Opportunities for Career Training & Development, with Alison Gammie of the National Institute of General Medical SciencesIn this talk geared towards postdoctoral scholars and junior faculty, Dr. Alison Gammie of the National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS) will provide an overview of biomedical and behavioral research training activities, including those fellowship that promote diversity, trainee-centered outcomes, and career planning. The talk will focus on interdisciplinary fellowship opportunities and K-awards, including…
Wednesday, February 12
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Perfect Your Pitch for Fun & Impact, with Linda Plano, PhDHosted by BU Technology Development Communicating with your colleagues about your research is second nature: efficient, productive and collaborative. Communicating with people who do not share your background or about non-technical issues can be slow and even frustrating. It doesn’t have to be that way! Join communication coach Linda Plano for an interactive seminar to…
Tuesday, February 18
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Perfect Your Pitch for Fun & Impact, with Linda Plano, PhDHosted by BU Technology Development Communicating with your colleagues about your research is second nature: efficient, productive and collaborative. Communicating with people who do not share your background or about non-technical issues can be slow and even frustrating. It doesn’t have to be that way! Join communication coach Linda Plano for an interactive seminar to…
Wednesday, February 19
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Strategic Communications Workshop: Podcasting 101, Hosted by PRXCo-hosted by BU Public Relations | Social Media and BU Office of Research Podcasts are a great way to share your research findings, build your academic network, and engage the general public in your work. Whether you’re just getting started or a seasoned podcaster looking to gain new skills, this orientation is for you. Join…
Thursday, February 20
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Perfect Your Pitch for Fun & Impact, with Linda Plano, PhDHosted by BU Technology Development Communicating with your colleagues about your research is second nature: efficient, productive and collaborative. Communicating with people who do not share your background or about non-technical issues can be slow and even frustrating. It doesn’t have to be that way! Join communication coach Linda Plano for an interactive seminar to…
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Research on Tap: Innovations in Brain Research from the Center for Systems NeuroscienceThis Research On Tap event will present a range of exciting and innovative research from faculty at Boston University’s Center for Systems Neuroscience addressing how neural circuits mediate behavior. Talks will share results from cutting-edge research using a range of techniques that include imaging of activity in different areas of the human brain, imaging and…
Tuesday, March 3
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Research on Tap: Initiative on Forced Displacement: Research, Pedagogy, Engagement, and Ethical ImpactOver 70 million people are currently forcibly displaced by wars and persecution, more than ever previously recorded. Most of these displaced individuals come from low income countries and are forced to flee to neighboring countries that are ill-equipped to provide for them, leading to massive challenges for displaced and host communities alike. This Research on…
Wednesday, March 4
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A Deeper Dive into SciVal: Data and MetricsThroughout higher education there is a growing impetus to incorporate data into decision making. One focus is the growing availability of bibliometrics, or the collection and analysis of data about books, articles, and other publications. SciVal, one of the leading sources of bibliometric data for academic institutions, is available for free to all BU faculty…
Thursday, March 5
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Is an SBIR Grant Right for You?The Small Business Innovation Research Program (SBIR) is a $2.4 billion federal grant program established to support R&D that has potential for commercialization. This seminar will provide an overview of the SBIR program, including information on the program’s purpose, eligibility, sources of funding, and foundational knowledge of what is necessary to succeed – to help…
Thursday, March 12
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Is an SBIR Grant Right for You?The Small Business Innovation Research Program (SBIR) is a $2.4 billion federal grant program established to support R&D that has potential for commercialization. This seminar will provide an overview of the SBIR program, including information on the program’s purpose, eligibility, sources of funding, and foundational knowledge of what is necessary to succeed – to help…
Wednesday, March 18
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CANCELED: Biotechnology Modernization Strategy: Perspectives from Defense and National Security, with Dr. Alexander TitusPlease note this event has been canceled. In 2019, the Department of Defense (DOD) established biotechnology as an enterprise priority. Dr. Alexander Titus, Assistant Director for Biotechnology in the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research & Engineering, will lead a discussion on how the DOD is seeking to engage with academia to…
Wednesday, March 25
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CANCELED: Strategic Communications Workshop: Engaging with Science Media, Hosted by SciLinePlease note this event has been canceled. Part of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), SciLine is a service that connects U.S. journalists to knowledgeable and articulate scientific experts for print, broadcast, and digital stories about science-related issues. SciLine’s mission is to help ensure that public discourse and decision-making are informed by…