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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.
All Topics (March 25 through March 31)
Wednesday, March 25
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[gradFUTURES] Translating Your Research & Skills Beyond Your DisciplineMaster the art of communicating complex research and scholarly work to a non-specialist audience in a clear, concise, and compelling way. Through hands-on exercises and peer feedback, you’ll practice reframing academic language to ensure others understand the broader significance of your skills and expertise and adapt your message for public engagement, networking, and diverse career…
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BU's BEST: Introduction to Science Policy and Biomedical Careers in Science Policy Panel DiscussionOrganized by BU's BEST (Boston University’s Broadening Experience in Scientific Training) What is science policy? How does the federal government impact scientific discovery and why should the scientific community care about what happens in Washington, DC? Trainees will learn about the federal government’s role in science, with a particular focus on funding, regulations, and current…
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Greening the Steel and Cement Used in China's Global Infrastructure ProjectsJoin us to explore how green procurement of steel and cement can help reduce the hidden carbon emissions of Chinese-financed infrastructure. China’s overseas development finance, representing public and publicly guaranteed loans by the China Development Bank (CDB) and the Export–Import Bank of China (CHEXIM), has provided over US$472 billion in loans since 2008, making it…
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CRRO March Seminar on Protocol Adherence (Virtual)"The Importance of Protocol Adherence: Why It Doesn't Happen and How to Ensure It Does" Mary-Tara Roth, RN, MSN, MPH, director, clinical research resources office Objectives: -Describe examples of non-compliance to the protocol and effects on research participant safety as well as data quality -Explain the importance of protocol adherence in overall quality of the…
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Pharmacology, Physiology & Biophysics Seminar Series"Allosteric Regulation of Acetyl-CoA-Utilizing Enzyme" Ronen Marmorstein, PhD, University of Pennsylvania Host: Dan Dempsey
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Sterling Drug Visiting Lecturer: Ronen Marmorstein, PhD“Allosteric Regulation of Acetyl-CoA-utilizing Enzymes” Ronen Marmorstein, PhD, professor and vice-chair, department of biochemistry and biophysics, investigator, Abramson Family Cancer Research Institute, adjunct professor of chemistry, University of Pennsylvania Summary: The metabolite acetyl-CoA is essential for life through participation in many biochemical reactions in protein, RNA, carbohydrate, and lipid metabolism, and production of energy through…
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CyberAlliance Seminar: Professor Catherine Powell, Fordham UniversitySpeaker:: Catherine Powell, Eunice Hunton Carter Distinguished Research Scholar, Professor of Law, Fordham University Talk Title: "AI and Constitutional Democracy at 250" Abstract: Building off my most recent article, How AI Reinforces Caste—which posits that algorithmic discrimination is not just a bug, it is an essential feature of the system that powers the digital economy—my…
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AI and the Future of EducationArtificial intelligence is reshaping how we teach, learn, and connect. The BU Wheelock Forum brings together educators, students, and community members to explore AI as a tool for creativity, access, and personalized learning. Featuring: • Aaron Rasmussen (COM’06, CAS’06), entrepreneur, inventor, and game designer • Clay Hopper and James Grady, BU's College of Fine Arts,…
Thursday, March 26
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Excellence in Research: Staff Advisory Council Lift-Off Series Closing KeynoteWhat does it mean to lead with excellence in your research career? Join us for this panel discussion wrapping up our Lift-Off Series on the BU Medical Campus, featuring three leaders pushing the boundaries of what excellence in a research career can mean. Learn from the leaders of the some of Boston’s biggest organizations about…
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NIH FELLOWSHIP AWARD (F31/F32) INFORMATIONAL SESSIONIn advance of the next NIH deadline for Fellowship applications (April 8th), please join Boston University Sponsored Programs for an informational session on the preparation and submission of F-series proposals, as well as the management of NIH Fellowship grants once awarded. This session will focus on specific pain points of the NIH Fellowship application process…
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[OSP] NIH Fellowship Award (F31/F32) Informational SessionIn advance of the next NIH deadline for Fellowship applications (April 8th), please join Boston University Sponsored Programs for an informational session on the preparation and submission of F-series proposals, as well as the management of NIH Fellowship grants once awarded. This session will focus on specific pain points of the NIH Fellowship application process…
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Annual Shine Lecture: The Stop Shackling Project: Making an Impact for Patients’ RightsBoston University School of Public Health’s Center for Health Law, Ethics & Human Rights presents the annual Cathy Shine lecture. The lectureship honors the memory of Cathy Shine and her dedication to the rights of all those in need of care. This year’s program will focus on research and advocacy from the Stop Shackling Patients…
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Annual Shine Lecture: The Stop Shackling Project: Making an Impact for Patients’ RightsBoston University School of Public Health’s Center for Health Law, Ethics & Human Rights presents the annual Cathy Shine lecture. The lectureship honors the memory of Cathy Shine and her dedication to the rights of all those in need of care. This year’s program will focus on Research and advocacy from the Stop Shackling Patients…
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The Diasporic Afterlives of Gwangju: Minor Identifications and Cathy Park Hong’s Dance Dance RevolutionDaniel Y. Kim is Professor of American Studies and English at Brown University, where he teaches classes in Asian American literature, American literature, and Ethnic Studies. He has also taught as the Norman Freehling Visiting Professor at the University of Michigan’s Institute for the Humanities and as a Visiting Assistant Professor of American Studies at…
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2026 Albert Morris Lecture: Cecilia L. RidgewayEach spring semester, BU Sociology hosts the Albert Morris Lecture in Sociology. Named in honor of the first Department Chair, this lectureship was established in 2009 after a generous gift to the Department from an anonymous donor. "Status: Why Is It Everywhere? Why Does It Matter?" Cecilia L. Ridgeway, Stanford University Status is a form…
Saturday, March 28
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[NESS] New England Science SymposiumEstablished in 2002, NESS provides a forum for postdoctoral fellows, medical, dental, and graduate students; post-baccalaureates; college and community college students to share their biomedical and health-related research activities through oral or poster presentations, to engage in discussions related to career development in the sciences, to exchange ideas, and to expand their professional networks. Submit…
Monday, March 30
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BIO/BME Faculty Search Seminar; Dr. Kaustav BeraTitle: "Shining Light on Complex Tissues: Engineering strategies for modeling development and disease across time and scale." Abstract: During development, aging, and disease progression, tissues undergo continuous changes in their mechanical properties. Landmark studies have shown that both the solid and fluid surroundings play central roles in regulating cell behavior. Although in vitro tissue models…
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BIO/BME Faculty Search Seminar; Dr. Jereon EyckmansTitle: "Decoding Tissue Repair to Encode Regeneration" Abstract: Impaired tissue repair and fibrosis are central drivers of human disease, contributing to the majority of deaths worldwide. These challenges are further exacerbated by aging, which profoundly alters the body’s ability to restore tissue structure and function following injury. Rather than regenerating functional tissue, repair often results…
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BIO/BME Faculty Search Seminar; Dr. Fan ZhangTitle: "Engineering Vascular Networks for Tissue Engineering, Disease Modeling and Therapeutic Innovation" Abstract: Engineering functional, multi-scale vascular networks remains a major hurdle in developing physiologically accurate tissues for regenerative medicine. In this seminar, I will discuss strategies for engineering vasculature by integrating biomaterials design and 3D bioprinting with high-throughput in vivo screening. These platforms enable…
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Seminar on Media and Public Trust with Greg WelleniusHighlighting the gap between scientific knowledge of the health risks of extreme heat and effective public health action, this talk with Gregory Wellenius of Boston University’s School of Public Health will propose how academics can make their research more relevant, timely, and actionable to communities — with an emphasis on how to best communicate results…
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March RPN Workshop: Wrangling REDCap to Successfully Support Your Research (Virtual)The workshop will consist of lightning round presentations from clinical research professionals from three different academic institutions showcasing how they leverage REDCap to support their research activities. Join us to learn how they optimize workflows, automate research tasks and implement data security features to protect participant data.
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The Party’s Interests Come First: The Life of Xi Zhongxun, Father of Xi Jinping with Joseph TorigianJoseph Torigian is an associate professor at American University's School of International Service, a senior fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations, and a center associate of the Lieberthal-Rogel Center for Chinese Studies at the University of Michigan.
Tuesday, March 31
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AIR Weekly Seminar: James TompkinSpeaker: James Tompkin, Associate Professor of Computer Science at Brown University Bio: James Tompkin is an Associate Professor of Computer Science at Brown University. His research at the intersection of computer vision, computer graphics, and human-computer interaction helps develop new visual computing tools and experiences from cameras. For this, his lab creates techniques for 3D…
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GSI Seminar: Keyu (Chloe) Li (Hybrid)“NEURL4-dependent ADP-ribosylation as a post-translational switch regulating mitochondrial function” Keyu (Chloe) Li, Second-year PhD student, Perissi lab In-person or livestream