Dr. Beronda Montgomery will give the keynote talk at 4pm and a panel will hold a discussion on STEM Education at 6 pm until 12:00 am. Panelists include Elaine Vanterpool, PhD, Joshua Frierson, PhD, and Tina Taylor, PhD. Full schedule for BlackInMicro Disparities in STEM Education Registration link for BlackInMicro seek events Please follow hashtags … Read more
James S. Hagood, MD Professor of Pediatrics, Division of Pulmonology, UNC School of Medicine Director, Program for Rare and Interstitial Lung Disease, Children’s Research Institute and Marsico Lung Institute Host: Brian Strahl Seminar title, “Fibroblast phenotypes in lung development and fibrosis”
Women in STEM face myriad challenges that can prevent them from succeeding in academic research careers. During the COVID-19 pandemic, women have been disproportionately burdened with childcare, elder caregiving and other domestic responsibilities. Early reports indicate that domestic and emotional labor disparities are affecting women scientists’ productivity, which is likely to have long-term effects on … Read more
UNC Lineberger Weekly Seminar Series Presenters Pengda Liu, PhD, Biochemistry and Biophysics Roberty McGinty, PhD, Biochemistry and Biophysics, Div. Chemical Biology and Medicinal Chemistry Qi Zhang, PhD, Biochemistry and Biophysics Hosted by Al Baldwin, PhD Register in advance for this webinar Registration link for 9/30 UNC Cancer Network LCCC seminar
Carolina’s Black Trailblazers: An Intergenerational Conversation In honor of our 25th anniversary, we are convening a 3-part series featuring dialogues among UNC Black alumni and students --from the 1960s-present-- about a range of topics concerning the Black experience at Carolina. How have students across different generations experienced the racial climate at Carolina and what could … Read more
This online training session will provide an introduction to qualitative research methods. Topics covered will include differences between quantitative and qualitative research, qualitative research methodologies, strategies for qualitative data collection, and methods of qualitative data analysis. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and share experiences conducting qualitative research. Presenter: MaryBeth Grewe, MPH Project … Read more
Starting Sept. 8, 2020, there are several opportunities for UNC-Chapel Hill community members to obtain a flu vaccination on campus: Student Stores Pharmacy will offer no-appointment flu shots for students, faculty and staff during operating hours (Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.). The Student Stores Pharmacy is located on the … Read more
The Biology of Cancer: Exploring the Role of Race, Class, and Socioeconomics in the Underserved and the Underrepresented Behind cardiovascular disease, Cancer is the 2nd leading cause of deaths in the United States. What causes Cancer? Why have we not cured Cancer yet? What are some of the myths that surround Cancer care? Why do … Read more
The Touchpoint 20 Zoom series is a new 20-minute series of work and wellness topics to provide timely information to SOM staff in a condensed format. This is one of several efforts being launched to better support our staff, engage with our SOM leaders, and build community.
Join Honors Carolina and Phi Beta Kappa Society for the second talk of the six part series, Systemic Racism and Education presented by Constance Lindsay, assistant professor of Education. Lindsay earned a doctorate in human development and social policy from Northwestern University, where she was an Institute of Education Sciences’ predoctoral fellow. Since leaving Northwestern, … Read more
LCCC Weekly Seminar Speaker: Neil Johnson, PhD, Associate Professor Fox Chase Cancer Center, Temple Health Seminar title: “Unmasking the molecular activity of BRCA1 in development and cancer” Hosted by Dr. Gaorav Gupta Registration link for Oct. 7 seminar
In honor of our 25th anniversary, we are convening a 3-part series featuring dialogues among UNC Black alumni and students –from the 1960s-present– about a range of topics concerning the Black experience at Carolina. How have students across different generations experienced the racial climate at Carolina and what could a socially equitable campus look like? What does … Read more
Join Honors Carolina and Phi Beta Kappa Society for the second talk of the six part series, Systemic Racism and Education presented by Constance Lindsay, assistant professor of Education. Lindsay earned a doctorate in human development and social policy from Northwestern University, where she was an Institute of Education Sciences’ predoctoral fellow. Since leaving Northwestern, … Read more
The Standard Safe Zone is a four-hour training is designed to introduce concepts, terminology and resources related to sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression. There is a short intermission about half way through. Safe Zone trainees develop: A deeper awareness of personal ideas, stereotypes, and assumptions related to gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, intersex, queer and … Read more
As you are aware, COVID-19 is impacting the lives of many people around the world and on campus. With the new plan in place for the campus to mitigate the spread of the virus, we are offering this session virtually. Please sign-up for NPO and we will give details on how to access the training … Read more
Microbes, Metals, Music, and Lessons in Disproving Your Hypothesis Event information for the 2020 NIGMS Director's Early Career Investigator Lecture Registration link for the 2020 NIGMS Director's Early Career Investigator Lecture Michael D. L. Johnson, Ph.D. (UNC BCBP Alum.) University of Arizona Assistant Professor, Department of Immunobiology Assistant Professor, BIO5 Institute Assistant Professor, Valley Fever … Read more
With the presence of #MeToo, Time’s Up Healthcare, and diversity and inclusion efforts broadly at member institutions, leaders in academic medicine are increasingly aware of the need to create safe and inclusive environments. Recent studies have highlighted the prevalence and profound impact of sexual and gender harassment. Institutional leaders are looking for best practices to … Read more
Save the date and register for the upcoming Faculty Success Symposium on October 15, 2020. This event is for all faculty new to the School of Medicine.
An alternative to Safe Zone that similarly introduces concepts, terminology and resources related to sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression. The curriculum also covers LGBTQ health disparities, health resources, and common health professional scenarios, along with a terminology primer and strategies for allyship. This training is intended to address concerns particular to Health Care professionals, though it is open to all campus and community members.
“Celebrando nuestra Latinidad: Fostering LatinX Inclusion in STEM”, a virtual discussion with LatinX scientists on their journeys in Academia and how to create a welcoming environment for future Latinx and URM students in STEM. This panel is hosted by the Immunology Graduate Group (IGG) Diversity Committee at Penn Medicine. Registration form for Fostering Latinx inclusion … Read more
The Biology of Cancer: Exploring the Role of Race, Class, and Socioeconomics in the Underserved and the Underrepresented Behind cardiovascular disease, Cancer is the 2nd leading cause of deaths in the United States. What causes Cancer? Why have we not cured Cancer yet? What are some of the myths that surround Cancer care? Why do … Read more
Join Honors Carolina and Phi Beta Kappa Society for the second talk of the six part series, Systemic Racism and Education presented by Constance Lindsay, assistant professor of Education. Lindsay earned a doctorate in human development and social policy from Northwestern University, where she was an Institute of Education Sciences’ predoctoral fellow. Since leaving Northwestern, … Read more
Starting Sept. 8, 2020, there are several opportunities for UNC-Chapel Hill community members to obtain a flu vaccination on campus: Student Stores Pharmacy will offer no-appointment flu shots for students, faculty and staff during operating hours (Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.). The Student Stores Pharmacy is located on the … Read more
University Research Week is an annual celebration of Carolina’s research excellence and an effort to increase participation by students, of all levels, in research activity. Through multiple unique virtual events, the campus community will become more familiar with our world-class research and the strategic initiatives that make Carolina one of the top research institutions in … Read more
University Research Week is an annual celebration of Carolina’s research excellence and an effort to increase participation by students, of all levels, in research activity. Through multiple unique virtual events, the campus community will become more familiar with our world-class research and the strategic initiatives that make Carolina one of the top research institutions in … Read more
The Standard Safe Zone is a four-hour training is designed to introduce concepts, terminology and resources related to sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression. There is a short intermission about half way through. Safe Zone trainees develop: A deeper awareness of personal ideas, stereotypes, and assumptions related to gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, intersex, queer and … Read more
As part of UNC Research Week 3:00 p.m. | Postdoctoral Awards for Research Excellence (PARE Awards) Kathryn Gunn of Neher lab and other awardees
University Research Week is an annual celebration of Carolina’s research excellence and an effort to increase participation by students, of all levels, in research activity. Through multiple unique virtual events, the campus community will become more familiar with our world-class research and the strategic initiatives that make Carolina one of the top research institutions in … Read more
The Three Minute Thesis (3MT) is an academic competition that assists current graduate students with fostering effective presentation and communication skills. Participants have just three minutes to explain the breadth and significance of their research project to a non-specialist audience. 3MT was developed by The University of Queensland in 2008, and is now held in more than … Read more
University Research Week is an annual celebration of Carolina’s research excellence and an effort to increase participation by students, of all levels, in research activity. Through multiple unique virtual events, the campus community will become more familiar with our world-class research and the strategic initiatives that make Carolina one of the top research institutions in … Read more
University Research Week is an annual celebration of Carolina’s research excellence and an effort to increase participation by students, of all levels, in research activity. Through multiple unique virtual events, the campus community will become more familiar with our world-class research and the strategic initiatives that make Carolina one of the top research institutions in … Read more
Kizzmekia Corbett, PhD, UNC School of Medicine alum and lead vaccine researcher at the NIH, and Lisa Carey, MD, the L. Richardson and Marilyn Jacobs Preyer Distinguished Professor for Breast Cancer Research at UNC-Chapel Hill, will be keynote speakers.
Kizzmekia Corbett, PhD, UNC School of Medicine alum and lead vaccine researcher at the NIH, and Lisa Carey, MD, the L. Richardson and Marilyn Jacobs Preyer Distinguished Professor for Breast Cancer Research at UNC-Chapel Hill, will be keynote speakers.
Green Zone is for faculty, staff, and students who wish to learn more about the military-affiliated student experience. The purpose of Green Zone is to train members of the Carolina community to know more about the issues and concerns faced by military-affiliated students and to identify individuals who are available to assist this population. Fall … Read more
Mark Dawson, Professor, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Victoria, Australia. Seminar title, "Targeting the epigenome in cancer” Hosted by UNC Lineberger's Greg Wang, PhD. Registration required for this webinar. Link to Website for more information on UNC Lineberger Weekly Seminar Series: Targeting the epigenome in cancer Link for registration for UNC Lineberger Weekly Seminar Series: Targeting … Read more
Graduate students, postdocs, faculty, and staff in the biomedical sciences (and beyond) are invited to join in on a monthly DRA Journal & Discussion Club, a series of discussions focused on a variety of journal articles, books, podcasts, and other media. Consider downloading a copy of “Black Women in the Ivory Tower” for this session. … Read more
To help ensure safe social distancing we're limiting the total number of attendees and spreading attendance throughout the event. Please select from the available times and please arrive on time. Of course, if you register for this event but are later unable to attend then please let Gage and Amelia know so your spot can … Read more
the Consortium on Race, Gender & Ethnicity will present “Representation Matters: Addressing the Latinx Leadership Crisis in Higher Education.” The event will be led by Professor Michelle Espino, Associate Professor, Department of Counseling, Higher Education & Special Education, University of Maryland, College Park Discussants will include: Marie Mora, Provost & Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic … Read more
The G&MB Friday Seminar Series welcomes Melissa Boneta Davis, Assistant Professor of Cell and Developmental Biology Research in Surgery at Cornell University on Friday, October 30, 2020. Dr. Boneta Davis’ talk title is “Implications of Genetic Ancestry on Biological Determinants of Cancer Disparities, A Systems Biology Approach”. She is hosted by Katie Hoadley, UNC Assistant … Read more
The last virtual session (workshop #5) in the UAB NORC Minority Symposium will be October 30. The series of virtual workshops is designed to identify barriers and challenges to the success of scientists from groups Underrepresented in Academia (URiA) and to identify actionable strategies to overcome these challenges. Website link for Advancing Research Careers of … Read more
Join Honors Carolina and Phi Beta Kappa Society for the second talk of the six part series, Systemic Racism and Education presented by Constance Lindsay, assistant professor of Education. Lindsay earned a doctorate in human development and social policy from Northwestern University, where she was an Institute of Education Sciences’ predoctoral fellow. Since leaving Northwestern, … Read more
