Calendar - Research & Scholarshiphttps://events.miami.edu/department/uresearch/calendarCalendar - Research & ScholarshipMon, 16 Mar 2026 16:28:50 -040060en-usLocalistMar 16, 2026: Medicare Coverage Analysis (MCA) in Clinical ResearchThe Office of the Vice Provost for Research is offering a course for Principal Investigators, Clinical Research Coordinators, Research Financial Administrators, departments’ regulatory personnel, research patients schedulers, and anyone involved in review of Medicare Coverage Analysis (MCA), a document which lists all items and services to be provided as part of a clinical trial with notations of what should be billed to the research sponsor and what can be billed to Medicare.

The course reviews the fundamentals, variables, and process of developing Medicare Coverage Analysis and its impact on the clinical research financial sustainability, research billing compliance and ability to recruit and retain research patients. Practical cases will be presented and discussed and hands-on materials provided, followed by Q & A time in the end.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52054081131238Mon, 16 Mar 2026 14:00:00 -04002026-03-16T14:00:00-04:00https://events.miami.edu/event/medicare-coverage-analysis-mca-in-clinical-research-9705Mar 17, 2026: Reprogramming Immunity: Small Molecule Modulators of Immune Checkpoints | Dr. Moustafa Gabr Seminar at Rosenstiel Med SciThe Department of Physiology and Biophysics invites you to attend a Faculty Recruitment Seminar presented by Moustafa Gabr.

Dr. Gabr is an Associate Professor at Weill Cornell leading a research program focused on small molecule-based immunomodulation for brain tumors and neurological disorders. His laboratory combines AI-enabled screening, medicinal chemistry, and biophysical and cellular validation to target challenging immune and neuro-immune pathways.

Dr. Gabr is a candidate for a faculty position in the Department of Physiology and Biophysics.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5226010269215025.790403-80.21187Tue, 17 Mar 2026 13:10:00 -04002026-03-17T13:10:00-04:00https://events.miami.edu/event/reprogramming-immunity-small-molecule-modulators-of-immune-checkpoints-dr-moustafa-gabr-seminarLecture/ConferenceMar 19, 2026: Curating Connection - IRB Grand Rounds 2026This session is designed to afford real-time updates on policy, regulations & workflows -Build greater communication and collaboration across the various units of the HRPP -Consider best practices & practical tips.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52153376495665Thu, 19 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -04002026-03-19T10:00:00-04:00https://events.miami.edu/event/curating-connection-irb-grand-rounds-2026-5067Community OutreachMar 20, 2026: School of Communication Research Day at School of CommunicationThe University of Miami School of Communication Research Day is an annual event showcasing innovative research and creative activity from faculty and graduate students across various communication disciplines.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5197747725781025.722173-80.275993Fri, 20 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -04002026-03-20T10:00:00-04:00https://events.miami.edu/event/soc-research-day-2026Lecture/ConferenceMar 23, 2026: Research Mentoring Summit at Shalala Student Center Activities Room Join us for the Research Mentoring Summit sponsored by the Office of the Vice Provost for Research and Schoalarship. The program will include Keynote Speaker, Dr. Kenzie A. Cameron, Professor, Medicine, Medical Education, Preventive Medicine & Medical Social Sciences, Senior Director, Mentoring and Leadership Development, Northwestern University. The program's objective is to inspire mentoring, share best practices and foster cross-disciplinary connections. It will include a meet and share networking mixer, research ethics sessions, a presentation on the institutional mentoring initiatives and an award ceremony for our Research Mentoring Champions. Register in advance.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52118875962573Mon, 23 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -04002026-03-23T11:00:00-04:00https://events.miami.edu/event/research-mentoring-summitCeremony/ReceptionInformation SessionMar 24, 2026: Python Workshop (4 Half Days) at Medical Campus 3/24-27 at Soffer Clinical ResearchThe Software Carpentry community (software-carpentry.org) helps researchers get their work done in less time and with less pain by teaching them basic research computing skills. This FREE Software Carpentry Python workshop taught over four half-day sessions (content is not repeated) will cover basic concepts and tools, including program design, version control, data management, and task automation.

Participants will be encouraged to help one another and to apply what they have learned to their own research problems. The course is aimed at graduate students and other researchers. You don’t need to have any previous knowledge of the tools that will be presented at the workshop.

Tuesday through Friday, March 24-27, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM EST
Course Hours All Days—Workshop content does not repeat. Add to your Google Calendar.

Click here for Full Syllabus + Instructions

Surveys

Please be sure to complete these surveys before and after the workshop.
Pre-workshop Survey | Post-workshop Survey

Requirements

Participants must bring a laptop with a Mac, Linux, or Windows operating system (not a tablet, Chromebook, etc.) that they have administrative privileges on. They should have a few specific software packages installed (listed on syllabus).

Accessibility

We are committed to making this workshop accessible to everybody. The workshop organizers have checked that:

The room is wheelchair / scooter accessible.Accessible restrooms are available.

Location

Don Soffer Clinical Research Building (aka “CRB”)
Miami Clinical and Translational Science Institute, Room 710 R+Q
1120 NW 14th Street, 7th Floor, Miami, FL 33136
Get directions with OpenStreetMap or Google Maps.

Parking

The building has its own parking “14th Street Garage.” Parking is available at a rate of $1.00 per hour, with a maximum charge of $8.00 per day. The building does not validate.

Instructors

Timothy Norris, PhD

Data Scientist
University of Miami Libraries and
Frost Institute for Data Science
and Computing (IDSC)

Cameron Riopelle

Director of Research Data
and Open Scholarship
University of Miami Libraries

Charles Brown-Roberts

Applications Software Developer
University of Miami Libraries

Helpers

Thilani Samarakoon
Kiralli Shofield
Raquel Quintanilla
Erica Newcome
Trey Santorine

Sponsored by

Louis Calder Memorial Library
Cooperative Institute for Marine and Atmospheric Studies (CIMAS)
College of Arts and Sciences, Department of Computer Science
Frost Institutte for Data Science and Computing (IDSC)
Office of the Vice Provost for Research and Scholarship

Contact

Please email tnorris@miami.edu for more information.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5226955085429025.787088-80.212916Tue, 24 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -04002026-03-24T09:00:00-04:00https://events.miami.edu/event/python-spring-2026Education/TrainingMar 25, 2026: Compliance With the Informed Consent ProcessThis course highlights the importance of a well conducted informed Consent process and identifies the elements of compliance. Attendees will be able to recognize how a well conducted informed consent process protects subjects, Principal Investigators, their research teams and the University.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52187542363881Wed, 25 Mar 2026 10:30:00 -04002026-03-25T10:30:00-04:00https://events.miami.edu/event/compliance-with-the-informed-consent-process-9128Education/TrainingMar 25, 2026: Medicare Coverage Analysis (MCA) in Clinical ResearchThe Office of the Vice Provost for Research is offering a course for Principal Investigators, Clinical Research Coordinators, Research Financial Administrators, departments’ regulatory personnel, research patients schedulers, and anyone involved in review of Medicare Coverage Analysis (MCA), a document which lists all items and services to be provided as part of a clinical trial with notations of what should be billed to the research sponsor and what can be billed to Medicare.

The course reviews the fundamentals, variables, and process of developing Medicare Coverage Analysis and its impact on the clinical research financial sustainability, research billing compliance and ability to recruit and retain research patients. Practical cases will be presented and discussed and hands-on materials provided, followed by Q & A time in the end.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52054137027298Wed, 25 Mar 2026 10:30:00 -04002026-03-25T10:30:00-04:00https://events.miami.edu/event/medicare-coverage-analysis-mca-in-clinical-research-2128Mar 26, 2026: Smart Cities MIAMI 2026 Conference 3/26 at Newman Alumni CtrSave the Date: Thursday, March 26, 2026 for the 10th edition of the University of Miami Smart Cities MIAMI Conference. We are celebrating a decade of innovation and progress in building smart cities as we envision the future.

We are excited to announce our keynote speakers: Patrick Murphy, CEO of Togal AI and Dr. Dan M. Frangopol, a member of the National Academy of Engineering.

The morning session opens with an Industry Expo showcasing cutting-edge technologies from faculty innovators, start-ups, and major corporations. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage directly with solution providers and end-users influencing the future of urban environments.

The afternoon session brings together thought leaders and experts for keynote talks and interactive panel discussions on smart city concepts. The discussion is organized around three core themes:

Built Environment and Infrastructure (BEI) focuses on how to construct smart cities. This panel transitions the conversation from software as a service to the physical built environment. Panelists will explore how advances in AI and technologies are enabling cities to better sense and respond to people’s needs. Attendees will gain insights through real-world case studies and discover how smart cities are transforming the way we live.
Health and Wellbeing (HW) focuses on leveraging smart technologies to improve the well-being in our communities. Panelists will focus the discussion on sensors, innovative technologies, and other digital platforms that monitor health, advance precision medicine, improve hospital efficiency and effectiveness, and promote better public health outcomes.
Community and Resilience (CR) focuses on smart city technologies that can strengthen community resilience and enhance the ability for communities to prepare for, respond to, and recover from natural hazards.

$50 per person*

*Attendance for University of Miami Faculty, Staff, and Students is complimentary. Please email idsc@miami.edu for the PROMO CODE.

Location

Newman Alumni Center
6200 San Amaro Drive
Coral Gables, FL 33146
(Map + Directions) Complimentary Parking information forthcoming . . .

Keynotes

Patrick Murphy | CEO, Togal AI

With a background in government and a passion for innovation, Patrick transitioned into the world of construction technology to drive impactful change. As Managing Director of Renco and Founder of Togal AI, he is dedicated to revolutionizing the construction industry by implementing greener, more advanced, and efficient solutions. His work focuses on integrating AI to streamline processes, reduce costs, and make construction more sustainable. From enhancing estimation accuracy to developing materials that minimize environmental impact, Patrick is committed to pushing the boundaries of what's possible in construction tech.

Dan M. Frangopol, PhD | NAE Life-Cycle Management + Member, National Academy of Engineering

Dr. Dan Frangopol is the inaugural Fazlur R. Khan Endowed Chair of Structural Engineering and Architecture Emeritus at Lehigh University. Before joining Lehigh University in 2006, he was Professor of Civil Engineering at the University of Colorado Boulder, where he is now Professor Emeritus. He is recognized as a leader in the field of life-cycle engineering of civil and marine structures. Dr. Frangopol is the Founding President of both the International Association for Bridge Maintenance and Safety (IABMAS) and the International Association for Life-Cycle Civil Engineering (IALCCE).

Frangopol is a member of the National Academy of Engineering and the National Academy of Construction, and a foreign member of the Canadian Academy of Engineering, Mexican Academy of Engineering, Academy of Europe (London), Engineering Academy of Japan, Royal Academy of Belgium for Science and the Arts, Romanian Academy, and Romanian Academy of Technical Sciences. He is a distinguished member of ASCE, founder and editor-in-chief of Structure and Infrastructure Engineering, and holds 5 honorary doctorates and 14 honorary professorships from major universities. He has authored/co-authored 5 books, more than 70 book chapters, and over 500 articles in refereed journals including 15 award-winning papers.

In 2023, ASCE established the Dan M. Frangopol Medal for Life-Cycle Engineering of Civil Structures.

Read Dr. Frangopol’s full profile here.

Jacqueline Le Moigne, PhD | Manager, NASA Earth Science Technology Office, Advanced Information Systems Technology Program and Visiting Professor, University of Miami College of Arts and Sciences, Department of Computer Science

Jacqueline Le Moigne is Manager of the Earth Science Technology Office’s (ESTO) Advanced Information Systems Technology (AIST) Program. The AIST Program focuses on technologies that enable: unique Earth science observation capabilities through distributed sensing; optimization of science missions value through flexible information integration; and agile science investigations through advanced algorithmic, computational and visualization tools, such as novel software, data analytics, artificial intelligence and relevant computing environments.

Prior to managing AIST, Jacqueline was the Assistant Chief for Technology in the Software Division at NASA Goddard. She was also involved with the Space Technology Mission Directorate (STMD) Space Technology Research Grants Program and with the development of NASA Space Technology Roadmaps. Before joining NASA, she was a Research Scientist with the Computer Vision Laboratory of the University of Maryland. She has also worked in the private sector.

Jacqueline received a Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University Pierre and Marie Curie, Paris, France. Her personal research interests include Image Registration, Computer Vision, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomous Systems, and Distributed Spacecraft Missions (DSM), as well as high-performance and onboard computing. She is currently a member of the Group on Earth Observations (GEO) Data Working Group.

Jacqueline has over 180 publications including more than 30 journal papers and book chapters. She authored an edited book and earned a Patent, both in the area of Image Registration. She has been an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology Program Evaluator, a member of the Advisory Panel of the NATO Committee on Science for Peace and Security, an Associate Editor for the IEEE Transactions on Geoscience and Remote Sensing, and a Goddard Senior Fellow. She received a NASA Exceptional Service Medal as well as of the Goddard Information Science and Technology Award, both in 2012.

Speakers

Tom Merrick, MA | Sr. Project Manager, XR Initiatives, University of Miami Frost Institute for Data Science and Computing (IDSC) Creative Technologies program + Adjunct Professor, School of Communication

Tom Merrick, Assistant Director of VR/AR Initiatives, is a seasoned educator and technology enthusiast. He holds a BS in Information Engineering from Cornell and an MA in Independent School Leadership from Columbia. With 15 years of experience in education, including roles as a Math Director and School Administrator, Tom brings a unique perspective on technology's role in learning.

Tom's journey led him to accept a fellowship at Stanford University's Distinguished Career Institute (DCI), where he discovered the potential of Virtual Reality to revolutionize education. He taught VR courses at Stanford's Virtual Human Interaction Lab and continued as an educator with Stanford Continuing Education. Now, at the University of Miami, Tom is passionate about teaching "Intro to VR" while exploring innovative ways to support faculty and students in harnessing immersive technologies for transformative learning experiences. His expertise and vision are integral to our mission of reshaping education through VR and AR.

Helena Solo-Gabriele, PhD | Professor, University of Miami College of Engineering Department of Chemical, Environmental, and Materials Engineering

Dr. Helena Solo-Gabriele is a Professor at the University of Miami Department of Environmental Engineering where she teaches courses in environmental measurements, environmental engineering microbiology, and in water treatment systems. Her research focuses on problems that relate the environment to human health. She conducts studies to identify sources of microbial contamination, uses wastewater to understand the spread of disease in communities, and evaluates sources and movement of arsenic in the environment. Her current active projects focus on evaluating the use of ultraviolet light for disinfecting street and sidewalk surfaces, using wastewater to track dengue virus spread, and evaluating the fate of arsenic at beaches from the seaweed called sargassum.

Maurice Jenkins, IAP CM | Chief Innovation Officer, Miami-Dade County, Aviation Department

With more than thirty years of experience committed to achieving strategic growth and technology objectives for MIA, Maurice Jenkins has been a keen adopter to self-service technologies and has encouraged airlines serving the airport to embrace innovation also. Prior to his role as a CIO, Mr. Jenkins was responsible for defining and managing IT capital assets and IT management processes to ensure their successful implementation and project integration. In addition, he served as the Aviation Department’s Chief Information Officer/Director of Information Systems, responsible for the development and implementation of standards‐based policies and procedures that support business operations which improved the overall quality of service of enterprise IT systems. His strategic vision has successfully culminated in the integration of new technology in the opening of the new South and North Terminals at Miami International Airport. In addition, the success of these new system implementations such as Biometrics, Virtual Queuing and new innovating technologies show his technical acumen and dedication to serve the residents of Miami‐Dade County.

Mr. Jenkins has implemented an area wide marketing information service to both hotels and conventions centers using current flight information data from Miami International Airport. AAAE and ACI best in practice initiatives are strictly adhered to that display his commitment to providing the highest level of service governed by industry standards. He graduated from the University of Miami with a Bachelor’s degree in Business and Computer Information Systems. He also earned certifications in Strategic Management from Florida International University and Human Resources Management from Nova Southeastern University. He served as the Chairman of the Business Information Technology Committee (BIT), which was established by Airports Council International (ACI) to set strategic objectives future technology direction for airports. He was also served as Chairman of the Florida Airports Council’s Information Technology Committee from February 2019 until December 2021. Mr. Jenkins has given presentations on implementation solutions to key IT leaders and airport IT conferences in the U.S. and internationally sharing his proven successful practices with his peer group.

Brian Freed, CFA | CEO, Illuminex AI

Brian Freed, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), has a career path that reflects a unique blend of experience in business analysis as well as successful operational execution in the establishment and growth of new businesses focused on data-centric applications.

As the CEO of Illuminex AI, Brian is committed to democratizing the implementation of Computer Vision and AI with a focus on bespoke applications where challenges such as data scarcity and technical integration hinder the development of precise and cost-effective solutions. He has a proven track record of driving growth in both startup and globally established environments. His extensive financial background and broad technical knowledge make him a proven leader in solution development, strategic alliances, go-to-market strategies, and sales.

Before joining Illuminex AI, Brian held the position of Chief Operating Officer at Eagle Aerospace, a company specializing in Airfield Technology solutions. He also served as the COO for Phizzle, a developer of IoT software that facilitated remote monitoring and control of quality and compliance solutions used in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Prior to these roles, Brian was the General Manager of the High-Performance Data Analytics (HPDA) business unit at SGI. He established this unit from scratch and successfully grew it to a $50M annual run rate.

In addition to his experience in the tech industry, Brian spent 13 years on Wall Street as a Chartered Financial Analyst. During this time, he focused exclusively on research, financial modeling, and stock recommendations for companies specializing in High-Performance Computing (HPC) and Data Lifecycle technologies.

Xu Sun, PhD AMASCE | Assistant Professor, Department of Management Science, Miami Herbert Business School
and Co-Founder & CEO, AIWaysion, Inc.

Xu Sun is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Management Science at the Miami Herbert Business School, University of Miami. He studies how applied probability, optimization, and data-driven analytics can be used to design intelligent and resilient service systems in smart cities. His research develops online algorithms for real-time decision-making under uncertainty, with applications in call centers, emergency response, smart manufacturing, and energy and mobility systems.

Before joining the University of Miami, Professor Sun was an Assistant Professor in the Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering at the University of Florida. He received his Ph.D. in Operations Research from Columbia University. His work has appeared in leading journals in operations research and management science, and he has received recognition from INFORMS, the Institute for Mathematics and its Applications (IMA), and the University of Miami.

Brian Brooke, MPP MBA | Executive Vice President, AIWaysion

Brian Brooke is Executive Vice President at AIWaysion, bringing over twenty-five years of experience in project management, organizational development, research, market strategy, pricing, and policy development. Before joining AIWaysion, Brian established and led the Research and Innovation team at Sound Transit, the Seattle region’s largest transit agency. In that role, he built and directed a portfolio of data-driven initiatives and cross-sector partnerships to improve customer and community satisfaction, operational efficiency, accessibility, equity, and the long-term sustainability of regional mobility.

Earlier in his career, Brian held roles at King County, R.B. Webber, the City of Seattle, the U.S. Department of Commerce, and PACCAR, giving him deep experience across the public sector, private industry, and consulting. Brian holds an MBA from the University of California, Berkeley, a Master of Public Policy from Harvard University’s Kennedy School, and a BA in Economics from the University of Washington.

Exhibitors

AIWaysion

Leveraging AI and Edge Computing for Safer and More Efficient Transportation
AIWaysion develops next-generation Connected Vehicle technology and provides Smart Mobility Solutions using Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Edge Computing technologies for safer and more efficient transportation.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5134894281006525.711476-80.2837Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -04002026-03-26T09:00:00-04:00https://events.miami.edu/event/smart-cities-miami-2026Lecture/ConferenceMar 30, 2026: Understanding FDA's Part 11 Regulation on Electronic Records and SignaturesThis class will define FDA’s 21 CFR 11 regulation, review the requirements for electronic systems and signatures and examine how Part 11 applies to electronic records in clinical research at the University.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52187554958028Mon, 30 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -04002026-03-30T10:00:00-04:00https://events.miami.edu/event/understanding-fdas-part-11-regulation-on-electronic-records-and-signatures-5968Education/TrainingMar 30, 2026: CHARM: Clinician & Researcher Happy Hour at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center Griffin Cancer Research BuildingThe Center for HIV and Research for Mental Health (CHARM) is inviting clinicians and researchers to join us for the CHARM: Clinician & Researcher Happy Hour. This event is designed to bring clinicians and research labs together in an intentional, collaborative setting. Our goal is to introduce clinicians to ongoing research efforts across CHARM-affiliated labs, foster new connections, and create opportunities for meaningful collaboration and outreach. Food will be provided.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5225014550800625.788212-80.210709Mon, 30 Mar 2026 16:00:00 -04002026-03-30T16:00:00-04:00https://events.miami.edu/event/charm-clinician-researcher-happy-hourApr 1, 2026: IBISResearch Create and Submit a ProposalThis class is part of the RAU Curriculum and a pre-requisite to IBISResearch Managing Awards.

This hands-on workshop focusing on Proposals, is intended for administrators and researchers to learn how to navigate the system, create a funding proposal, SF424 federal application, and budgets (including cost share and subaward budgets) in IBISResearch. Participants will route a proposal for department approval and submit to ORA for final review and submission to the sponsor.

The learning objectives of this session are:

· Describe IBISResearch terminology

· Demonstrate the navigation of IBISResearch

· Practice how to create a funding proposal and budgets (including cost share and subaward) in IBISResearch

If you would like to get credit for the RAU curriculum, please register to the RAU Curriculum in ULearn first and access this class through the Curriculum. It is important to complete this class in the order that the Curriculum is set up. If you would like to take this class as a standalone online course, please contact vprs@miami.edu.

Note: You must complete the following in order to access this class: Introduction to ORA Class, Introduction to IBISResearch CBL and the IBISResearch Create and Submit a Proposal Video.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_51628678979702Wed, 01 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -04002026-04-01T10:00:00-04:00https://events.miami.edu/event/copy-of-ibisresearch-create-and-submit-a-proposal-9124VirtualApr 2, 2026: IBISResearch AgreementsThis hands-on workshop focusing Agreements, is intended for administrators and researchers to learn how to navigate the system and create agreements in IBISResearch. Individuals who submit contracts or agreements to ORA regularly are encouraged to attend this workshop. Additionally, it is recommended that Individuals take the IBISResearch: Create and Submit a Proposal for a more in-depth knowledge of IBISResearch prior to attending this workshop.

The objectives of this session are:

1. Demonstrate the new terminology and navigation of the system.

2. Practice how to create agreements in IBISResearch.

This is an elective course in the RAU Curriculum.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_51628686008614Thu, 02 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -04002026-04-02T10:00:00-04:00https://events.miami.edu/event/copy-of-ibisresearch-agreements-771VirtualApr 2, 2026: Miami CFAR FY26 Grant Speed ReviewThe Miami CFAR Developmental Core is pleased to announce our annual FY26 Grant Speed Review.

These review sessions are designed to provide early‑career investigators, junior faculty, and new-to-HIV researchers with rapid, constructive feedback on their proposal aims and overall grant strategy. We encourage interested investigators to participate and take advantage of this valuable opportunity by:

Registering via the link below.Submitting a copy of all required materials 1 week prior to the established speed review date.Submitting a list of questions for reviewers to address prior to the established speed review date.Participating in the speed review.

This opportunity has limited spots. Register now to secure yours today!

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52305232128248Thu, 02 Apr 2026 12:00:00 -04002026-04-02T12:00:00-04:00https://events.miami.edu/event/miami-cfar-fy26-grant-speed-review-9235Education/TrainingApr 7, 2026: Flow Cytometry Workshop: New Technologies and Analysis Tools from Becton Dickinson at Rosenstiel Medical Science BuildingPanel Design for Flow Cytometry:
New Tactics and Technology for Optimization

10:00 am - 11:00 am

Jon Semidey-Hurtado
Research Applications Scientist
Becton Dickinson

This session will present new approaches to panel design, along with how innovation in reagents for sample prep and staining can decrease aberrant signals, enhance marker resolution, and improve data quality. Topics will include best practices in panel design for both conventional and spectral flow; advanced approaches using fluorochromes with Real dyes; reducing background from nonspecific binding of leukocytes by using MonoBlock staining buffer; and applications of the recently launched CAR detection reagents.

The Next Generation of Cytometric Data Analysis:
Unveiling FlowJo v11 Software

11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Veronica Obregon-Perko, Ph.D.
Sr. Scientific Advisor- Informatics
Becton Dickinson

This session will provide a tour of the new FlowJo v11 immersive software workbench and cover features that are unique to this version, including the Metadata Manager, Graph Gallery, virtual concatenation, charts, and integrated algorithms.

Meet 1:1 with the Speakers
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Contact mary.schneider@bd.com to reserve a 1:1 meeting time.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5232143861775225.790403-80.21187Tue, 07 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -04002026-04-07T10:00:00-04:00https://events.miami.edu/event/flow-cytometry-workshop-new-technologies-and-analysis-tools-from-becton-dickinsonLecture/ConferenceApr 8, 2026: Tony's Take The Office of the Vice Provost for Research and Scholarship invites the University’s research community to Tony's Take — a monthly conversation series with Tony, our Associate Vice President for Research Administration.

These informal sessions offer a welcoming space to discuss key topics in research administration, ask questions, share challenges, and stay informed about important updates that impact our research enterprise. Whether you’re faculty, staff, or a research administrator, this is a great opportunity to connect, learn, and engage in meaningful dialogue. Register in advance.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52027749311027Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:00:00 -04002026-04-08T14:00:00-04:00https://events.miami.edu/event/tonys-takeEducation/TrainingApr 10, 2026: Virtual AI Lecture Explores Practical Applications—April Mann 4/10Hosted by Joseph Johnson and Mitsunori Ogihara, this new webinar series promotes the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) among University of Miami faculty, staff, and students, and the surrounding community.

Each session explores practical applications of AI in research, business, and everyday life. The content of these lectures is tailored for a general, non-technical audience and concludes with a Question and Answer session. All lectures take place via ZOOM on Fridays from 2:00 to 4:00 PM. An email confirmation containing the ZOOM link will be sent upon completion of registration.

April 10 | April Mann, EdD

D I S T I N G U I S H E D S E N I O R L E C T U R E R

and Director of the Writing Center

Department of Writing Studies

COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES

TALK TITLE: "AI & Academic Writing: Rules, Tools, and Strategies"

April Mann, EdD, is Director of the Writing Center and is a Distinguished Senior Lecturer in the Department of Writing Studies. She also provides grant-writing support to the Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI) at the Miller School of Medicine. April has been facilitating the College of Arts and Sciences’ Summer Writing Institute with her colleague Adina Sanchez-Garcia since 2015. The Institute helps faculty throughout the college reimagine the ways they can use writing in their courses to improve their students’ disciplinary learning. She and her colleagues are in the process of initiating a Writing Enriched Curriculum program to support faculty in other disciplines who want to effectively use writing assignments in their teaching.

For the past two years, she has been co-facilitating a Faculty Working Group for Teaching with AI. This community of practice brings faculty together to discuss their innovative work with AI in the classroom. She also presented at the Teaching in the Age of Artificial Intelligence 2024 Conference. April is co-author of several publications, most recently “The linguistic leap: Understanding, evaluating, and integrating AI in language education.” Journal of Language Teaching, (with colleagues Shai Cohen, Ludovic Mompelat, and Logan Connors). She has several manuscripts currently under contract or under consideration with colleagues in the Writing Studies Department and the School of Education and Human Development. She is also co-author (with colleagues Ava Brillat and Matthew Kaeiser) of “Crossing the Bridge: Writing and Research Bridge Programming for an Intensive English Program” in PILH: Information Literacy and Writing Studies, Volume II – Upper Level and Graduate Studies. Ed. Grace Veach. Purdue University Press, 2019. She is also the author of “Structure and Accommodation: Autism and the Writing Center”, in Autism Spectrum Disorders in the College Composition Classroom: Making Writing Instruction more Accessible for all Students. Eds. Walsh, Lynda and Gerstle, Val. Marquette University Press, 2011. In addition, she was also a contributor to and reader for Composing Inquiry: Methods and Readings for Investigation and Writing. Margaret Marshall, Prentice Hall, 2004.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_51747361097448Fri, 10 Apr 2026 14:00:00 -04002026-04-10T14:00:00-04:00https://events.miami.edu/event/ai-series-april-mannLecture/ConferenceApr 14, 2026: Understanding Uniform GuidanceThis Class is part of the RAU Curriculum.

This class provides an in-depth look at the Uniform Guidance for the sponsored grants and agreements.

Please register to the RAU Curriculum in ULearn first and access this CBL through the Curriculum. It is important to complete this class in the order that the Curriculum is set up. If you would like to take this class as a standalone course, please contact vprs@miami.edu.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52186679418798Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -04002026-04-14T10:00:00-04:00https://events.miami.edu/event/copy-of-understanding-uniform-guidance-9244VirtualApr 17, 2026: Computing Day 2026 The annual University of Miami Computing Day showcases the vast array of interdisciplinary research and scholarship in computing at The U. We are thrilled to announce the Keynote Speaker for Computing Day 2026 will be James Waugh of Lucasfilm Ltd.

Join us on Friday, April 17, 2026 at the Frost Institute for Chemistry and Molecular Science building as we convene audiences engaged in computing to design the future and foster interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation. This event is free and open to the public.

Friday, April 17, 2026 | 10:00 AM-5:00 PM

Call for Demos + Posters

UM faculty, graduate and undergraduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and staff are invited to submit demos and/or posters for presentation. Click here for Submission Form + Guidelines

Keynote Speaker • James Waugh

Senior Vice President, Franchise Story and Creative Strategy | Lucasfilm Ltd. At Lucasfilm, James Waugh has been a member of the Star Wars creative brain trust since 2016. Waugh currently leads narrative development and creative strategy across franchise lines of business including:

Franchise AnimationVideo GamesTheme ParksPublishingImmersive EntertainmentConsumer Products, andDigital/Online Content initiatives.

His professional passion lies in building fictional worlds through compelling narrative and experiential content across platform. Waugh has led Lucasfilm’s transmedia efforts for Rogue One, Solo, The Last Jedi, and The Rise of Skywalker, as well as series including: The Mandalorian, Obi-Wan Kenobi, The Book of Bobafett, Star Wars Rebels, The Clone Wars, and The Bad Batch—Lego Star Wars and Star Wars Visions. He has also led the story group’s development efforts for multiple video game titles, including Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order and Survivor, Star Wars Outlaws, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, and Vader: Immortal.

Waugh spearheaded strategic initiatives such as StarWarsKids Youtube Channel, and development and launch of The High Republic, Star Wars’ first new fictional era since the Disney acquisition. In Animation, Waugh served as the Executive Producer on Star Wars: Visions vol. 1, 2 and 3 (for which he was nominated for a Primetime Emmy, and won a Lumiere for Best Animated Series), Star Wars Young Jedi Adventures (for which he was nominated for a Children's and Family Emmy), LEGO Star Wars Holiday Special, LEGO Star Wars Rebuild the Galaxy, LEGO Star Wars Terrifying Tales, LEGO Star Wars Summer Vacation, Star Wars: Galaxy of Adventures, Star Wars: Roll Out, Star Wars Galaxy of Creatures, and others in various stages of development and production.

Prior to joining Lucasfilm, Waugh served as the Sr. Director of Story & Creative Development at Blizzard Entertainment, leading the company’s Creative Development Department while overseeing narrative, IP, and transmedia for its blockbuster franchises. During this time he served as the Narrative Director for StarCraft 2 Legacy of the Void, Nova, and was the Story Director for the Overwatch franchise, leading the development and writing of its short films. Waugh also was a key leader in Blizzard’s development on projects with ABStudios and Legendary Films for which he received a Story Consultant credit for his work on Warcraft: The Beginning, the feature film directed by Duncan Jones. For Star Wars, Waugh strives to build evocative content across media and pioneer new forms of storytelling.

Agenda Forthcoming

Location

Frost Institute for Chemistry and Molecular Science
1201 Memorial Drive, Coral Gables, FL 33146 | Map
Complimentary Parking information forthcoming . . .

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52197473943425Fri, 17 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -04002026-04-17T10:00:00-04:00https://events.miami.edu/event/computing-day-2026Lecture/ConferenceApr 21, 2026: Allowable Costs, Allocations and BudgetingThis class is part of the RAU Curriculum.

This class introduces costs, allocation, and budgeting for those new to the profession and serves as a review for those who may need it.

Please register to the RAU Curriculum in ULearn first and access this class through the Curriculum. It is important to complete this session in the order that the Curriculum is set up. If you would like to take this class as a standalone course, please contact vprs@miami.edu.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52186707372514Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -04002026-04-21T10:00:00-04:00https://events.miami.edu/event/copy-of-allowable-costs-allocations-and-budgeting-6335VirtualApr 27, 2026: Understanding Other Support, Disclosures & Foreign InfluencesThis class is part of the RAU Curriculum.

This class covers the importance and responsibility of disclosures to sponsors and the University of Miami regarding support and engagement with domestic or foreign entities.

Please register to the RAU Curriculum in ULearn first and access this session through the Curriculum. It is important to complete this class in the order that the Curriculum is set up. If you would like to take this class as a standalone course, please contact vprs@miami.edu.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52186719977995Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -04002026-04-27T10:00:00-04:00https://events.miami.edu/event/copy-of-understanding-other-support-disclosures-foreign-influences-908VirtualMay 5, 2026: All About EffortThis class is part of the RAU Curriculum.

This webinar covers the fundamentals of what effort is and why it is important to track on sponsored projects.

Please register to the RAU Curriculum in ULearn first and access this session through the Curriculum. It is important to complete this class in the order that the Curriculum is set up. If you would like to take this class as a standalone course, please contact vprs@miami.edu.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52186729706682Tue, 05 May 2026 10:00:00 -04002026-05-05T10:00:00-04:00https://events.miami.edu/event/copy-of-all-about-effort-8545VirtualMay 12, 2026: Understanding Cost TransfersThis class is part of the RAU Curriculum.

The webinar provides training for the processing of both labor and non-labor cost transfers. The purpose of this course is to increase awareness and understanding of Federal regulations related to cost transfers, examine UM’s policies and procedures, and identify the process to prepare, document, approve, and submit a cost transfer.

Please register to the RAU Curriculum in ULearn first and access this CBL through the Curriculum. It is important to complete this session in the order that the Curriculum is set up. If you would like to take this class as a standalone course, please contact vprs@miami.edu.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52186741025802Tue, 12 May 2026 10:00:00 -04002026-05-12T10:00:00-04:00https://events.miami.edu/event/copy-of-understanding-cost-transfers-7665VirtualMay 13, 2026: Tony's Take The Office of the Vice Provost for Research and Scholarship invites the University’s research community to Tony's Take — a monthly conversation series with Tony, our Associate Vice President for Research Administration.

These informal sessions offer a welcoming space to discuss key topics in research administration, ask questions, share challenges, and stay informed about important updates that impact our research enterprise. Whether you’re faculty, staff, or a research administrator, this is a great opportunity to connect, learn, and engage in meaningful dialogue. Register in advance.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52027749311028Wed, 13 May 2026 14:00:00 -04002026-05-13T14:00:00-04:00https://events.miami.edu/event/tonys-takeEducation/TrainingMay 19, 2026: Manage Awards for Financial SuccessThis class is part of the RAU Curriculum.

The webinar provides a comprehensive understanding of how to manage sponsored projects at the University of Miami focusing on compliance and responsibilities to ensure financial success of the project.

Please register to the RAU Curriculum in ULearn first and access this session through the Curriculum. It is important to complete this class in the order that the Curriculum is set up. If you would like to take this class as a standalone online course, please contact vprs@miami.edu.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52186754057388Tue, 19 May 2026 10:00:00 -04002026-05-19T10:00:00-04:00https://events.miami.edu/event/copy-of-manage-awards-for-financial-success-5035VirtualJun 2, 2026: IBISResearch Create and Submit a ProposalThis class is part of the RAU Curriculum and a pre-requisite to IBISResearch Managing Awards.

This hands-on workshop focusing on Proposals, is intended for administrators and researchers to learn how to navigate the system, create a funding proposal, SF424 federal application, and budgets (including cost share and subaward budgets) in IBISResearch. Participants will route a proposal for department approval and submit to ORA for final review and submission to the sponsor.

The learning objectives of this session are:

· Describe IBISResearch terminology

· Demonstrate the navigation of IBISResearch

· Practice how to create a funding proposal and budgets (including cost share and subaward) in IBISResearch

If you would like to get credit for the RAU curriculum, please register to the RAU Curriculum in ULearn first and access this class through the Curriculum. It is important to complete this class in the order that the Curriculum is set up. If you would like to take this class as a standalone online course, please contact vprs@miami.edu.

Note: You must complete the following in order to access this class: Introduction to ORA Class, Introduction to IBISResearch CBL and the IBISResearch Create and Submit a Proposal Video.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52186658109135Tue, 02 Jun 2026 10:00:00 -04002026-06-02T10:00:00-04:00https://events.miami.edu/event/copy-of-ibisresearch-create-and-submit-a-proposal-3022VirtualJun 10, 2026: Tony's Take The Office of the Vice Provost for Research and Scholarship invites the University’s research community to Tony's Take — a monthly conversation series with Tony, our Associate Vice President for Research Administration.

These informal sessions offer a welcoming space to discuss key topics in research administration, ask questions, share challenges, and stay informed about important updates that impact our research enterprise. Whether you’re faculty, staff, or a research administrator, this is a great opportunity to connect, learn, and engage in meaningful dialogue. Register in advance.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52027749312053Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:00:00 -04002026-06-10T14:00:00-04:00https://events.miami.edu/event/tonys-takeEducation/TrainingJul 8, 2026: Tony's Take The Office of the Vice Provost for Research and Scholarship invites the University’s research community to Tony's Take — a monthly conversation series with Tony, our Associate Vice President for Research Administration.

These informal sessions offer a welcoming space to discuss key topics in research administration, ask questions, share challenges, and stay informed about important updates that impact our research enterprise. Whether you’re faculty, staff, or a research administrator, this is a great opportunity to connect, learn, and engage in meaningful dialogue. Register in advance.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52027749313078Wed, 08 Jul 2026 14:00:00 -04002026-07-08T14:00:00-04:00https://events.miami.edu/event/tonys-takeEducation/TrainingAug 12, 2026: Tony's Take The Office of the Vice Provost for Research and Scholarship invites the University’s research community to Tony's Take — a monthly conversation series with Tony, our Associate Vice President for Research Administration.

These informal sessions offer a welcoming space to discuss key topics in research administration, ask questions, share challenges, and stay informed about important updates that impact our research enterprise. Whether you’re faculty, staff, or a research administrator, this is a great opportunity to connect, learn, and engage in meaningful dialogue. Register in advance.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52027749314103Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:00:00 -04002026-08-12T14:00:00-04:00https://events.miami.edu/event/tonys-takeEducation/TrainingSep 9, 2026: Tony's Take The Office of the Vice Provost for Research and Scholarship invites the University’s research community to Tony's Take — a monthly conversation series with Tony, our Associate Vice President for Research Administration.

These informal sessions offer a welcoming space to discuss key topics in research administration, ask questions, share challenges, and stay informed about important updates that impact our research enterprise. Whether you’re faculty, staff, or a research administrator, this is a great opportunity to connect, learn, and engage in meaningful dialogue. Register in advance.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52027749315128Wed, 09 Sep 2026 14:00:00 -04002026-09-09T14:00:00-04:00https://events.miami.edu/event/tonys-takeEducation/TrainingOct 14, 2026: Tony's Take The Office of the Vice Provost for Research and Scholarship invites the University’s research community to Tony's Take — a monthly conversation series with Tony, our Associate Vice President for Research Administration.

These informal sessions offer a welcoming space to discuss key topics in research administration, ask questions, share challenges, and stay informed about important updates that impact our research enterprise. Whether you’re faculty, staff, or a research administrator, this is a great opportunity to connect, learn, and engage in meaningful dialogue. Register in advance.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52027749316153Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:00:00 -04002026-10-14T14:00:00-04:00https://events.miami.edu/event/tonys-takeEducation/TrainingNov 4, 2026: Visualising Climate 11/4-6/2026, Bologna ITALY at DAMA Tecnopolo Data Manifattura Emilia-RomagnThe inaugural Visualizing Climate: Design for Atmospheric and Environmental Science Summit will be held in Bologna, Italy in 2026 (November the 4th to the 6th). his Summit brings together designers, scientists, communicators, artists, and storytellers to explore how data visualization can drive understanding, engagement, and meaningful action on the climate and environmental crisis.

The Conference hours are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CEST (Central European Standard Time) daily.

Please visit the official website visualisingclimate.com/ for more details.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5195827721359644.52059911.360771Wed, 04 Nov 2026 00:00:00 -05002026-11-04T00:00:00-05:00https://events.miami.edu/event/visualising-climate-2026-italyLecture/ConferenceNov 5, 2026: Visualising Climate 11/4-6/2026, Bologna ITALY at DAMA Tecnopolo Data Manifattura Emilia-RomagnThe inaugural Visualizing Climate: Design for Atmospheric and Environmental Science Summit will be held in Bologna, Italy in 2026 (November the 4th to the 6th). his Summit brings together designers, scientists, communicators, artists, and storytellers to explore how data visualization can drive understanding, engagement, and meaningful action on the climate and environmental crisis.

The Conference hours are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CEST (Central European Standard Time) daily.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5195827721462144.52059911.360771Thu, 05 Nov 2026 00:00:00 -05002026-11-05T00:00:00-05:00https://events.miami.edu/event/visualising-climate-2026-italyLecture/ConferenceNov 6, 2026: Visualising Climate 11/4-6/2026, Bologna ITALY at DAMA Tecnopolo Data Manifattura Emilia-RomagnThe inaugural Visualizing Climate: Design for Atmospheric and Environmental Science Summit will be held in Bologna, Italy in 2026 (November the 4th to the 6th). his Summit brings together designers, scientists, communicators, artists, and storytellers to explore how data visualization can drive understanding, engagement, and meaningful action on the climate and environmental crisis.

The Conference hours are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CEST (Central European Standard Time) daily.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5195827721462244.52059911.360771Fri, 06 Nov 2026 00:00:00 -05002026-11-06T00:00:00-05:00https://events.miami.edu/event/visualising-climate-2026-italyLecture/ConferenceNov 11, 2026: Tony's Take The Office of the Vice Provost for Research and Scholarship invites the University’s research community to Tony's Take — a monthly conversation series with Tony, our Associate Vice President for Research Administration.

These informal sessions offer a welcoming space to discuss key topics in research administration, ask questions, share challenges, and stay informed about important updates that impact our research enterprise. Whether you’re faculty, staff, or a research administrator, this is a great opportunity to connect, learn, and engage in meaningful dialogue. Register in advance.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52027749317178Wed, 11 Nov 2026 14:00:00 -05002026-11-11T14:00:00-05:00https://events.miami.edu/event/tonys-takeEducation/TrainingDec 9, 2026: Tony's Take The Office of the Vice Provost for Research and Scholarship invites the University’s research community to Tony's Take — a monthly conversation series with Tony, our Associate Vice President for Research Administration.

These informal sessions offer a welcoming space to discuss key topics in research administration, ask questions, share challenges, and stay informed about important updates that impact our research enterprise. Whether you’re faculty, staff, or a research administrator, this is a great opportunity to connect, learn, and engage in meaningful dialogue. Register in advance.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52027749317179Wed, 09 Dec 2026 14:00:00 -05002026-12-09T14:00:00-05:00https://events.miami.edu/event/tonys-takeEducation/Training