All upcoming events
DARPA Biological Technologies Office: Insights from Director Michael Koeris
Thursday, March 5 | 11 am – 12 pm Zoom Are you interested in doing research at the leading edge of science and technology? The Biological Technologies Office (BTO) within the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) leverages advances in biology, artificial intelligence, and machine learning to develop technologies that protect warfighters, strengthen logistics and […]
Strategic Communications: Building a Positive Media Presence
Thursday, April 16 | 12-1 PM Zoom Looking to develop the skills to clearly communicate the significance and impact of your research to both the media and the public? Join Kevin Anselmo from Experiential Communications for a 1-hour session designed to help participants feel more confident, prepared and effective when speaking with journalists. Topics will […]
Strategic Communications: Promoting a Book
Thursday, March 12 | 12-1:30 PM Zoom Are you ready to learn how to amplify a book launch and build a positive media presence? Join Kevin Anselmo from Experiential Communications for a dynamic, remote 90-minute workshop where you’ll discover how to navigate both promoting an upcoming book and enhancing awareness of a book already in […]
Meet the Funder: Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute
The Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) funds patient-centered comparative effectiveness research (CER) that typically compares two evidence-based interventions with large participant groups and meaningful stakeholder engagement.
FRED 101 Training Session on July 24, 2025
We are excited to announce a new FRED 101 Training session designed specifically for new users of the Financial Research Expenditure Dashboard (FRED). This session will take place on Thursday, July 24th at 2:00 PM via Zoom. FRED is a powerful tool that supports grant management by providing real-time access to financial data, projections, and […]
Find Funding for Alzheimer’s Disease Research: Meet BrightFocus Foundation
Thursday, July 10 | 12-1 pm Virtual Event Are you looking for funding to advance your research on Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders? BrightFocus Foundation is a leading global nonprofit funder of innovative basic, translational, and clinical research to accelerate understanding, prevention, treatment, and cures for Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders. Each year, the Foundation’s Alzheimer’s Disease […]
Find Funding for Evaluating Social Programs and Policies: Meet Arnold Ventures
Tuesday, April 29 | 12-1 pm Virtual Event Arnold Ventures (AV) is a philanthropy dedicated to improving the lives of all Americans through evidence-based policy solutions that maximize opportunity and minimize injustice. AV focuses on improving systems where outcomes are falling short, incentives are misaligned, and the time is right for change in areas including criminal justice, higher […]
Air to Breathe – Pathways to Commercializing Academic Discoveries
Thursday, May 1 | 3-5 pm BU Medical Campus, Hiebert Lounge 72 East Concord Street In this series of lightning talks, BU faculty and industry experts will address the challenges associated with developing treatments for lung disease. Each presenter will offer insights into how academic discoveries can be brought to market through collaboration with industry. […]
Research Administration Intensive for Department Administrators
TUESDAY, MARCH 25 | 8 AM – 5 PM Metcalf Trustee Ballroom 1 Silber Way, 9th Floor Sponsored Programs is hosting a Research Administration Intensive (RAI) for BU department and grant administrators, covering the entire grant project lifecycle. This consolidated version of the Sponsored Programs 2-Day Training for Department Administrators is designed for anyone who […]
Meet the Mark Foundation for Cancer Research
Friday, February 21 | 1-2 pm Virtual Event The Mark Foundation for Cancer Research funds groundbreaking basic and translational research that will transform the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer. The foundation supports individual investigators, multi-disciplinary teams, and early-stage companies in the United States and across the globe. In this virtual presentation for BU faculty, Senior […]