Science Events in Boston
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Life as a Scientist During the COVID-19 Pandemic
May 8, 2020 - 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
In this event, a panel of UMMS alumni will share how the COVID-19 pandemic is impacting their work and field. Discussion will focus on topics such as transitioning away from bench work or shifting project focus, managing teams remotely, and self-care. We will also discuss impacts across diverse areas of biomedical science, such as the pharmaceutical industry, patient/public engagement, and higher education.
Featuring:
- Randy Brutkiewicz (PhD, ’93), Professor, Microbiology and Immunology, Indiana University School of Medicine
- Jennifer Griffin (PhD ’11), VP, Industry Strategy & Investments at Massachusetts Life Sciences Center
- Corrie Painter (PhD ’11), Associate Director, Count Me In; Associate Director of Operations and Scientific Outreach, Broad Institute
- Bob Talanian (PhD ’89), Senior Director, in vitro Pharmacology, AbbVie Foundational Neuroscience Center
The “Life After the PhD” Organizing Committee:
Graduate students:
Mennatallah Albarqi, Discussion leader coordinator
Peren Coskun, Discussion leader coordinator
Shuo Shan, Publicity coordinator
Michelle Mosqueda, Publicity coordinator
Sage Foley, Secretary
Sumeet Nayak, Event logistics coordinator
Silviana Lee, Event logistics coordinator
Betul Akgol Oksuz, Meeting coordinator
Alumnus:
Cara Weismann (Ph.D. ‘14), Susan Heilman (Ph.D. ’07)
GSBS Center for Biomedical Career Development: Cynthia Fuhrmann
UMMS Alumni relations: Susan Ahearn
This event is hosted by the Graduate Student Body Committee in partnership with the GSBS Center for Biomedical Career Development and UMMS Alumni Relations.
