The 37th Annual Kalamazoo Community Medical and Health Sciences Research Day will be held Tuesday, April 16, and Wednesday, April 17, 2019, at the W.E. Upjohn M.D. Campus in downtown Kalamazoo.
The annual event recognizes what is a proud tradition of medical and health sciences research in the Kalamazoo community. Research Day also offers time to take a step back and celebrate, to develop and promote the richness and diversity of research in the local medical community.
This year, Research Day will be a two-day event with poster presentations on April 16 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. and oral presentations on April 17 from 8:00 a.m. to noon.
James M. DuBois, PhD, ScD, who is the Steven J. Bander Professor of Medical Ethics and Professionalism, Professor of Psychology and Professor of Medicine, as well as director of the Center for Clinical Research Ethics at Washington University School of Medicine in the Division of General Medical Sciences, will be the keynote speaker at Research Day.
Dr. DuBois’ presentation is scheduled for April 17 from 11:00 a.m. to noon. At the Washington University School of Medicine, Dr. DuBois also leads the Professional and Social Issues Lab, which has a special focus on helping researchers to conduct high-quality research with integrity by fostering good decision-making, management, and leadership practices. Dr. DuBois has a special interest in the influence of culture and experience on professionalism in research. He also has significant experience exploring ethical issues in research with mental health consumers and vulnerable populations.
As Research Day fast approaches, here are a few upcoming deadlines and dates to be aware of:
- Monday, April 1: Poster submission deadline.
- Monday, April 15: Oral PowerPoint presentation deadline. Presentations must be submitted by 12:00 p.m. (EST).
- Tuesday, April 16: 2019 Research Day - Poster Presentations
- Wednesday, April 17: 2019 Research Day - Oral Presentations
For more information about Research Day, please visit the Research Day webpage.