Upcoming Events
People become academic scientists based on their technical excellence, research productivity, and knowledge of the field. Yet there is almost no preparation for a research career that draws upon scientific studies of what makes effective leadership in getting the work done. This session will... read more about Enhancing Leadership Behaviors for Efficiency & Effectiveness in the Lab »
On Thursday, March 11 at 12 pm, Dr. Ginger Rothrock will lead a workshop about Venture Deals and the Importance of Team. Dr. Ginger Rothrock is a scientist-entrepreneur turned investor as Senior Director, HG Ventures. As an investor with deep tech operating experience, Ginger seeks to bridge... read more about Venture Deals and Importance of Team »
This workshop is designed for faculty who are interested in establishing or refining their social media presence to effectively engage in public discourse and share their own research. All levels are welcome, from beginners through experienced users. Duke's social media director will walk faculty... read more about Social Media for Faculty »
Traditional didactic mentorship approaches rarely meet all the needs of early career BIPOC faculty. Using case studies, this workshop will explore scenarios such as challenging senior faculty, dealing with abusive behavior, and establishing boundaries. Participants will discuss how power relations... read more about Revisiting Mentorship - Strategies for BIPOC Early Career Faculty »
Eve Marder, PhD, Biology, Brandeis University, will give the 2021 DIBS Distinguished Lecture on Basic Research on Wednesday, March 17, during the virtual symposium, scheduled for 1 to 5 p.m. The event is free and open to the public, but pre-registration is required. Please click HERE to register... read more about Understanding Neural Circuits: Development, Plasticity & Function »
All interested faculty members are invited to join this online workshop. Topics include a quick overview of the current media landscape; what considerations go into writing an op-ed; how to make your piece stand out; how to find a home for it; and how Duke University Communications staff can help.... read more about Writing Opinion Pieces for Media Outlets »
On Thursday, April 22 at 12 pm, Dr. Timm Crowder will share about Launching a Venture. Dr. Timm Crowder is the President and Chief Operating Officer of Aerami Therapeutics. Timm has over 20 years of experience in pharmaceutical and manufacturing operations with deep experience in the development... read more about Launching a Venture »