Momentum!
Can you feel the momentum? Traffic is worse, the streets are bustling and people are congregating. At least for now, the pandemic is taking a back seat to life. Let’s hope this is a harbinger, and not a brief respite. We can handle a few more hills and valleys here and there, but please, no more mountains and gorges!
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Lombardi Gala: A ‘Community of Dedicated Supporters and Believers’
New and old friends of Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center gathered for the 34th Annual Lombardi Gala to celebrate the mission and work of the cancer center and honor its steadfast supporters. Read more about this event.
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KL2 Junior Faculty Scholars Program – Request for Applications
The next round of Georgetown-Howard Universities Center for Clinical and Translational Science (GHUCCTS) KL2 awards is now accepting new applications. The KL2 awards focus on developing early career (MD or equivalent; doctorally trained nurses, pharmacists or dentists; and clinically or translationally oriented PhD) faculty investigators through an inter- or multi-disciplinary mentored translational research experience so that they can become independent, extramurally funded investigators. Pre-applications are due April 8; full applications are due May 16, with an anticipated appointment date between July-November. Read more about the awards. Access the online pre-application form.
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Help Wanted: Judges for Department of Medicine Research Week
The Department of Medicine is looking for judges for Research Week. Faculty, fellow, and resident volunteers are needed to judge Monday, Tuesday, and/or Wednesday, May 2 - 4, 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. Those interested should email Riza Peralta with their preferred dates/times: riza.peralta@gunet.georgetown.edu.
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GUFaculty360 Class - Updating Your Profile
Monday, March 28
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Learn how to upload your CV, add your personal website information, upload a syllabus, publications and more. Register for this class.
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Monday, March 28
2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
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Tuesday, March 29
12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Kimberley Bruce, assistant professor, Division of Endocrinology, Metabolism and Diabetes, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, presents “Targeting Lipoprotein Lipase in Neurodegenerative Disease.” Sponsored by the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular & Cellular Biology. Join this Bhussry Seminar via Zoom.
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Tuesday, March 29
12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
The DC Metropolitan area is one of the most racially, ethnically and culturally diverse in the U.S. Despite this rich diversity, clinical trials are not reflective of the U.S. population. This forum seeks to promote a culture of inclusivity in health research and enhance investigator capacity by featuring tested culturally and linguistically appropriate approaches for inclusion of people with limited English proficiency. Sponsored by the Georgetown University School of Medicine Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and the Georgetown Howard Universities Center for Clinical Translational Science (GHUCCTS). RSVP for this forum.
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Thursday, March 31
4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Kristi Anseth, PhD, distinguished professor, Tisone Professor of Chemical and Biological Engineering, associate faculty director of the BioFrontier Institute, University of Colorado at Boulder, presents “Biomaterials as Synthetic Extracellular Matrices: Designer Materials for Tissue Regeneration.” Sponsored by the Office of the Dean for Research. Join the Dean's Seminar via Zoom.
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Friday, April 1
3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Schering Foundation Library, Med-Dent NE401
The talk “Neural Circuits and Neurotransmitters in Cerebellar Development and Injury” will be presented by Vittorio Gallo, PhD, Interim Chief Academic Officer, Children’s National Hospital, Interim Director, Children’s National Research Institute, Hudson Chair in Pediatrics, Director, District of Columbia Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Research Center, Associate Dean for Child Health Research, George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences. Sponsored by the Department of Pharmacology and Physiology.
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Health Sciences Strategy Initiative — Community Meeting
Thursday, April 7
3:00 - 4:30 p.m.
Research Building Auditorium and live via Zoom (link forthcoming). Submit questions to GUMCComm@georgetown.edu or via the Q&A option on Zoom.
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MedStar Health-Georgetown University Virtual Resident & Fellow Spring Research Exhibition
Monday, May 9
12:00 - 1:30 p.m.
Featuring selected presentations from residents and fellows, followed by a celebration of the outgoing class of our GME community members. View more information.
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Virtual Colloquium for GUMC Educators in the Health Professions
Monday, May 9
1:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Hosted by the Center for Innovation and Leadership in Education (CENTILE). All faculty, staff and trainees are encouraged to attend. View more information.
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Funding and Award Opportunities
Georgetown Gap Fund Accepting LOIs
The Georgetown University Medical Center Gap Fund is accepting letters of intent for a second round of funding. The Gap Fund supports promising, early-stage biomedical research that has demonstrated proof of concept and has potential to benefit society. Funding awards are up to $100,000 per project for a year. Deadline for LOI submission is April 2. View more information.
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GHUCCTS Pilot Awards for Clinical Translational Studies
The Georgetown-Howard University Center for Clinical and Translational Science (GHUCCTS) offers funding through its Pilot Awards for Clinical Translational Studies to:
- Promote interdisciplinary research that translates basic research findings into clinical applications and clinical research into community practice;
- Improve the process of research;
- Implement research that will benefit underserved populations.
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Meetings in italics should be attended by all fellows.
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9:00 AM | Breast Research Meeting | Podium A / Zoom (dial 646-558-8656; Meeting ID: 528212194)
11:00 AM | GU/Melanoma Research Meeting | Podium A / Zoom (dial 646-558-8656; Meeting ID: 796253566)
12:15 PM | No lecture; Onc path moved to Wednesday | Podium A / Zoom (dial 646-558-8656; Meeting ID: 988 4150 0923)
4:00 PM | GU Tumor Board (on 1st/3rd Mondays of the month) | Podium A / Zoom (dial 646-558-8656; Meeting ID: 869742463)
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9:00 AM | Hematology Path Conference - Inpatient Heme fellows + Outpatient Heme + BMT fellow | Podium A / Microsoft Teams (CME code: 80737; phone: 202-796-7323)
12:15 PM | Protocol writing series canceled. Enjoy the flexible time. | Podium A / Zoom (dial 646-558-8656; Meeting ID: 987 3224 3543)
4:00 PM | Liver Tumor Board | WebEx (dial 844-302-0362; Meeting number (access code): 711 507 430, password: Mse4mGSA2N5)
5:00 PM | Breast Tumor Board | Podium A / Zoom (dial 646-558-8656; Meeting ID: 93777073374; CME code: 80044)
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8:00 AM | Thoracic Tumor Board – Thoracic Fellow | Podium A / Zoom
9:00 AM | Thoracic Research Meeting – Thoracic Fellow | Podium A / Microsoft Teams
12:15 PM | Path Conference – Dr. Dunleavy and Andrew | Podium A / Microsoft Teams
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9:00 AM | Cancer Research Data Meeting | Speaker: Stanley Tam | Zoom
9:30 AM | Head and Neck Tumor Board - Thoracic Fellow attendance encouraged as clinic allows | Microsoft Teams
12:15 PM | Dr. Ali - GVHD | Podium A
12:30 PM | GI Research Meeting | WebEx (dial 844-302-0362, Meeting Number (access code): 712527865, HOST PIN: 5514)
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7:00 AM | CNS Tumor Board | Zoom (dial 646-558-8656; Meeting ID: 378 807 316)
12:00 PM | Oncology Grand Rounds Lecture Series: None | Zoom
12:15 PM | No Lecture | Zoom (dial 646-558-8656; Meeting ID: 987 3224 3543)
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