Unveiling Hope, CBR’s Open House 2024
BU Center for Brain Recovery Hosts Its First Open House, Unveiling Hope in The Center’s New Office Space
Earlier this month, the Center for Brain Recovery held its first open house in their new space to celebrate the work being done by its members and connect with affiliates. The invite-only event gathered alumni, core faculty members, and researchers from Boston and beyond, providing a space for collaborative discussions about recent developments. Guests had the opportunity to take a tour of the new space upon arrival, led by the CBR team they were able to see research in action, as the team prepared an fNIRS demonstration to take a look at research assistant Danille Rich’s brain.
Following the tours, guests gathered in the auditorium for symposiums, starting with an introduction by Ken Lutchen, Interim Provost of Boston University, who highlighted the significance of the Center’s work in brain recovery. This was followed by a presentation from Gloria Waters, Vice President for Research at Boston University, and former mentor of CBR’s founding director, Dr. Swathi Kiran. Waters took to the podium to share her experiences working with Dr. Kiran and express her excitement for the research being done at the CBR.
The symposium continued with Jack Dennerlain, Dean of the College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, who discussed the interdisciplinary approach of the Center and its impact on rehabilitation research. This was followed by a presentation from Dr. Swathi Kiran herself, the Director of the Center for Brain Recovery, who gave insights into the latest advancements and ongoing projects at the CBR.
The event also featured a presentation from external collaborator, Einat Liebenthal from McLean Hospital, and Boston University PhD Students Erin Carpenter and Isaac Falconer. Each presenter shared their perspectives on collaborative efforts and future directions in brain recovery research.
The day concluded with a reception, providing guests with the opportunity to network and engage in further discussions about the Center’s work, while enjoying food and refreshments. Faculty and Students affiliated with the Center, from Undergraduate to Postgraduate researchers and Lab Directors, were able to meet and talk with each other about their work and interests in the field of brain recovery. The open house was a successful showcase of the Center for Brain Recovery’s dedication to advancing brain recovery research and fostering collaboration within the scientific community.
Our first open house also came with our inaugural annual report! The full 2023 report is available for digital download here.