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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 (July 22 through September 30)
Wednesday, July 22
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The Global Fight to Reclaim the "Right to the City"Join the Boston University Initiative on Cities for a virtual discussion on the Global Fight to Reclaim the "Right to the City." The "right to the city" has become a powerful framework for urban social movements and has increasingly shaped conversations in policymaking, law, and international organizations, including UN-Habitat. Yet its meaning remains contested. For…
Friday, July 24
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ECE Seminar: Ilan GoodmanECE Seminar: Ilan Goodman Zoom Link: https://bostonu.zoom.us/j/96315563219?pwd=IOmlpeLs9NLRYJLTP5aEOoqcuurbRm.1&from=addon Meeting ID: 963 1556 3219 Passcode: 612775 Title: Frequency Estimation Abstract: Google Trends tracks the day’s rising searches, exchanges flag the most volatile stocks, retailers rank their best sellers, and security teams hunt for the accounts sending the most spam. Different products, one question underneath: in a stream…
Tuesday, July 28
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World Head & Neck Cancer Day Lunch & Learn (Hybrid)Please join us for a Lunch & Learn for World Head & Neck Cancer Day! A clinical perspective will be presented by Laurel Henderson, DDS, MS, as well as research and patient/survivor perspectives from Maria A. Kukuruzinska, PhD, and Thomas Healy, respectively. Lunch will be provided, and a virtual attendance option is available.
Wednesday, July 29
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ECE Seminar: João FernandesECE Seminar: João Fernandes Zoom Link: https://bostonu.zoom.us/j/97857949765?pwd=eNvO4WJHhQyaZhNr7oNWrUKO8mxpAz.1&from=addon Meeting ID: 978 5794 9765 Passcode: 087712 Title: Designing with Responsibility: GRASP Patterns in Software Engineering Abstract: Every software system begins with a shared understanding of its problem domain: the key concepts, and how they relate. That understanding is rarely controversial. Yet the moment we move from understanding…
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Public Health Conversation: The Future of Public Health TeachingThis event is part of our SPH50 programming, in celebration of 50 years of public health research, education, and practice at BUSPH. For this program, we have invited a select group of innovative leaders in academic public health to reflect on the current state of public health teaching and envision how it could look over…
Thursday, July 30
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[ERC, GPS] genAI + ResearchGenerative AI can be a powerful assistant to your research when used conscientiously and effectively. In this workshop, we’ll discuss practical ways to make the best use of AI without compromising academic integrity or your intellectual value. Hosted by the Educational Resource Center.
Wednesday, August 19
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Research!America Learning Lunch Series | Session 2: Bringing Community and Research: Communicating Science EffectivelyCollaboration between researchers and community members produces the best, most impactful, and healthiest outcomes. Hear from community organizers, public health professionals, and researchers about how to communicate your science to general audiences and collaborate with your local community.
Wednesday, September 2
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In the Shadow of Survival: Autocrats, Democrats, and Two-Level Games in AsiaAs elsewhere, countries in Asia have experienced increasingly polarized domestic politics alongside growing geopolitical tensions. How do Asian states—authoritarian and democratic, large and small—respond to these two power plays simultaneously? Do these dynamics intensify security flashpoints in the region, or can they help mitigate them? Join us for answers to these questions and more as part…
Tuesday, September 15
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Health Data Science & AI ShowcaseWe invite faculty, staff, trainees, and students to submit posters, presentations, interactive tools, dashboards, maps, or other demonstrations for the upcoming Health Data Science & AI Showcase. The Showcase will highlight emerging data-driven and AI-enabled work taking place across BU and will provide an opportunity to share ongoing work, connect with collaborators, and engage with…
Wednesday, September 16
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Research!America Lunch Learning Series | Session 3: Current Issues in Science Policy for Student-Researchers and Early Career ScientistsDiscuss and gain perspective on issues that are relevant to you, ranging from training-grant funding to changes in educational policy. Gain advocacy skills regarding major issues in science policy directly affecting you.
Tuesday, September 29
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AI in Massachusetts Workforce Development & Career Fair 2026The AI in Massachusetts Workforce Development & Career Fair is dedicated to catalyzing growth within the AI sector, paving the way for new career opportunities, and bolstering the AI economy in Massachusetts. With a vision to establish Boston as the global leader in AI by 2035, this is the third year of this event, and…
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AI in Action: Real Use Cases Driving Business ImpactJoin us for a dynamic panel discussion exploring how artificial intelligence is driving measurable impact across industries including finance, healthcare, consulting, and STEM. Featuring senior leaders at the forefront of AI adoption, this conversation will move beyond theory to examine real-world applications and outcomes. Panelists will share where AI has delivered the greatest value within…