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Evaluation Office Hours

School of Medicine Office of Research Researchers may have a grant application that requires an evaluation plan or may have questions on survey design, qualitative methods, or even the presentation of data. The School of Medicine Office of Research Evaluation Unit has expertise in all of these areas and is offering office-hour consultations for short conversations on these topics. These monthly office hours are designed to support CTSC and UC Davis Health researchers' needs and provide an informal setting for researchers to ask questions. Examples of brief consult areas include: Evaluation planning and design , Qualitative research methodologies , Survey design , Survey-related support using Qualtrics survey software , Data visualization - good design practices for charts, graphs, and visualizations, To reserve a 15-minute slot for an upcoming office hours session, contact Melissa Sullivan at msullivan@ucdavis.edu. For more information about the UC Davis School of Medicine Office of Research Evaluation Unit, visit our website at … Campus Location: Online. Location of Event: UC Davis Health (Sacramento). Cost: no charge. Contact Email: msullivan@ucdavis.edu. Event Type: Workshops and Training. Presented by: School of Medicine Office of Research Evaluation Unit. Tuesday, September 1, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Total-Body PET 2026

School of Medicine Office of Research The Total-Body PET 2026 conference will feature the latest research on total-body PET from around the world, with a mix of talks and posters selected from submitted abstracts, as well as invited speakers. There will be opportunities to engage with our industry partners, and plenty of time for discussion and interactions among attendees. Special events will include a conference dinner, and opportunities to visit the imaging facilities at UC Davis. Location of Event: UC Davis Health (Sacramento). Wednesday, September 2, 2026 – Friday, September 4, 2026. For more info visit tbpet2026.ucdavis.edu.

2026 Hideo “Dale” Kubo Memorial Lecture

School of Medicine Office of Research The UC Davis Department of Radiation Oncology will host the 2026 Hideo “Dale” Kubo Memorial Lecture on September 3 featuring Susan S. Yom, MD, PhD, MAS, FASTRO, a nationally recognized leader in radiation oncology and chief of the Head and Neck, Cutaneous, and Thoracic Radiation Oncology Services at UC San Francisco. Her lecture, “Translation through Clinical Trials: Using Science to Support Radiotherapy Patients,” will explore how clinical research advances patient-centered cancer care and treatment innovation. Lunch will be provided. To attend, RSVP to Anh Le at alho@health.ucdavis.edu. Established in 2007, the lectureship honors the legacy of medical physicist Hideo “Dale” Kubo, who served as Professor and Chief of Physics at UC Davis School of Medicine from 1991 to 2003. Campus Location: Education Building (Sacramento). Room: 1204. Location of Event: UC Davis Campus. Contact Email: alho@health.ucdavis.edu. Event Type: Lectures and Seminars. Presented by: Department of Radiation Oncology. Thursday, September 3, 2026, 12:00 PM – 12:50 PM.

Cores Connect Monthly Forum

School of Medicine Office of Research We will hold an open discussion during this week’s Cores Connect forum on the current update of the START Cores proposal. We look forward to your participation. The Cores Connect Forum meets on the first Thursday of each month.  . AGENDA for Thu Nov 6 @ 4:00 pm Zoom Link: https://ucdavis.zoom.us/j/95384576264?pwd=tY0AZO8IQAUXva8YFFNdZPZUZ0pBbu.1 (Meeting ID: 953 8457 6264 & Passcode: 1234) AGENDA 4:00 – 4:05 pm Welcome and Updates: Isabelle Girard & All 4:05 – 4:45 pm Open Discussion: START Cores Proposal: All 4:45 - 4:50 pm Closing: All. Location of Event: Other. Thursday, September 3, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Data Visualization Drop-In Meeting

School of Medicine Office of Research Learn survey design, qualitative methods, and best practices in presenting research findings, especially data. The School of Medicine Office of Research Evaluation unit hosts monthly data visualization drop-ins, which offer an opportunity for researchers and staff to improve data presentation, data accessibility and data literacy.  Contact Melissa Sullivan (msullivan@ucdavis.edu) for more information. Online Location: ZOOM. Location of Event: Other. Friday, September 4, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.

WIMHS Annual Faculty Retreat and Fall Welcome

School of Medicine Office of Research All faculty are invited to the Women in Medicine and Health Sciences (WIMHS) Annual Faculty Retreat and Fall Welcome! Faculty Retreat 12:30-5:30 p.m. A career development opportunity featuring a keynote address, engaging breakout sessions, and a panel discussion on leadership in academic medicine. Fall Welcome 5:30-7:30 p.m. Following the retreat, we hope you will join us at our Fall Welcome in celebration of newly hired and promoted faculty. WIMHS Fall Faculty Retreat and Welcome event R.S.V.P. Campus Location: Education Building (Sacramento). Location of Event: UC Davis Health (Sacramento). Event Type: Welcome or Orientation. Special Events. Presented by: Women in Medicine and Health Sciences. Thursday, September 10, 2026, 12:30 PM – 7:30 PM.

David D. Kilmer Memorial Lecture Series

School of Medicine Office of Research "A Noel Patient-Centered 'Test'Drive' Strategy for Improving Prosthesis Prescription after Lower Limb Amputation"   Guest Speaker: David Morgenroth, MD Featured Speakers: Jonathon Schofield, PhD, and Wilsaan Joiner, PhD   The UC Davis Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation invites you to attend our 2026 Kilmer Memorial Lecture Series featuring distinguished guest speaker, David Morgenroth, M.D, presenting "A Novel Patient-Centered 'Test-Drive' Strategy for Improving Prosthesis Prescription after Lower Limb Amputation"   David Morgenroth, MD, is a physician-scientist, educator, and Professor and Vice Chair for Research in Rehabilitation Medicine at the University of Washington, specializing in amputation rehabilitation, gait biomechanics, and improving mobility and quality of life for people with limb loss. We are excited to have him join us as our speaker this year!   Our in-person program will also feature a research faculty presentation by UC Davis researchers, Jonathon Schofield, PhD, and Wilsa… Campus Location: Education Building (Sacramento). Room: 2222. Location of Event: UC Davis Health (Sacramento). Event Type: Lectures and Seminars. Sponsored by: Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Friday, September 11, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM. For more info visit ucdavis.co1.qualtrics.com.

School of Medicine Research Administration Virtual Office Hours

School of Medicine Office of Research Research administrators, bring your Pre- and Post- Award questions to our team of subject matter experts from the School of Medicine Office of Research (SOMOR) Research Administration Unit and the School of Medicine Finance Operations and Administration (FOA) team. DATE: Every Third (3rd) Tuesday of the month TIME: 2 - 3 p.m. Join by Zoom: https://ucdavishealth.zoom.us/j/95319363105?pwd=kQOViZ2ixRcMc49Z19mebaMyZKMtsm.1 Meeting ID: 953 1936 3105 Passcode: 208534, For questions, contact somra@health.ucdavis.edu,   Examples of office hour questions: Reviewing an RFA , Budget questions , Institutional forms or requirements , Reporting requirements , Aggie Enterprise processes , Policy interpretation,   For more information about the UC Davis School of Medicine Office of Research Administration Unit, visit our website at https://health.ucdavis.edu/medresearch/research-administration/index.html. Online Location: https://ucdavishealth.zoom.us/j/95319363105?pwd=kQOViZ2ixRcMc49Z19mebaMyZKMtsm.1. Room: zoom. Location of Event: Other. Event Type: Forums, Discussions and Information Sessions. Presented by: School of Medicine Office of Research. Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM. For more info visit ucdavishealth.zoom.us.

UC Davis MIND Institute’s Distinguished Lecturer Series

School of Medicine Office of Research Campus Location: MIND Institute. Room: Auditorium. Location of Event: UC Davis Campus. Contact Email: glguidici@ucdavis.edu. Presented by: MIND Institute. Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM. For more info visit health.ucdavis.edu.

CA Postbacc Consortium- UCLA RAP Virtual Information Session

SOM Outreach & Events The California Postbaccalaureate Consortium is excited to host, for a second year, our monthly virtual group information sessions from July 2026 through November 2026. These sessions are designed to provide an opportunity for each Postbaccalaureate program in the Consortium to lead an information session, where they will share details about their program and address general questions. Online Location: https://uclahs.zoom.us/j/92483910174. Location of Event: Other. Contact Email: pbcentraladmin@health.ucdavis.edu. Presented by: Gabriel Loredo, UCLA Postbacc Program Coordinator. Thursday, September 17, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. For more info visit uclahs.zoom.us.

Latino Medical Student Association National Conference - Cultura Cura: Healing Through Heritage

SOM Outreach & Events Meet with UC Davis Health recruiters at AMEC 2026 national conference to learn about residency and fellowship training programs, visiting elective program scholarships, admissions, and resources for premed students. Visit us to Learn about training programs, mentorship, and wellness resources , Explore pathways for residents, fellows, and premed students , Get tips on applying and interviewing , Ask questions and make connections,   For questions, reach out to med-pathways@health.ucdavis.edu For conference information, visit https://national.lmsa.net/programming/nc2026/. Location of Event: Other. Friday, September 18, 2026 – Saturday, September 19, 2026.

Center for Precision Medicine and Data Sciences (CPMDS) Lunch and Learn Series

School of Medicine Office of Research Session details: Sept. 23, 2026 – 12-1 p.m. Getting Started with Multi-Omics at UC Davis, Speaker: Blake Meyers, Ph.D. Director and Distinguished Professor, Department of Plant Sciences This session explores the use of artificial intelligence in medical imaging, including radiology and pathology. Participants will learn how image-based AI is improving diagnostics and therapy development, along with key challenges in validation and clinical deployment. REGISTER: https://bit.ly/Omics923   Oct. 21, 2026 – 12-1 p.m. Artificial Intelligence in Health and Precision Medicine, Speaker: Vladimir Filkov, Ph.D. Professor, Department of Computer Science A practical introduction to artificial intelligence in healthcare, covering machine learning, deep learning, and generative AI. The session highlights current and emerging applications at UC Davis Health, with emphasis on clinical decision support and responsible AI use. REGISTER: https://bit.ly/Artificial1021   Dec. 2, 2026 – 12-1 p.m. From Data to Discovery: Study… Location of Event: UC Davis Campus. Sponsored by: Center for Precision Medicine and Data Sciences. Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.

SPARK - Supporting Partnerships and Research Knowledge

School of Medicine Office of Research SPARK Supporting Partnerships and Research Knowledge Coffee • Cookies • Conversation Join us for SPARK, a monthly, one-hour, informal gathering for faculty, research staff, and research administrators hosted at Aggie Square. Connect with colleagues over coffee, tea, and cookies while building relationships across the research community. Campus Location: Aggie Square. Room: Lobby. Location of Event: UC Davis Health (Sacramento). Contact Email: somrau@health.ucdavis.edu. Event Type: Free Events. Receptions, Banquets and Networking. Presented by: School of Medicine Office of Research. Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

CA Postbacc Consortium Program Basics

SOM Outreach & Events Program overview, application timeline, types of postbacc programs, and time for questions. https://ucdavishealth.zoom.us/j/93239298921?pwd=NvAj7ryOaRRDe9e9gw8M6SBsybVd4S.1   Meeting ID: 932 3929 8921 Passcode: 177805. Online Location: Zoom. Location of Event: Other. Friday, September 25, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. For more info visit ucdavishealth.zoom.us.

Cores Connect Monthly Forum

School of Medicine Office of Research We will hold an open discussion during this week’s Cores Connect forum on the current update of the START Cores proposal. We look forward to your participation. The Cores Connect Forum meets on the first Thursday of each month.  . AGENDA for Thu Nov 6 @ 4:00 pm Zoom Link: https://ucdavis.zoom.us/j/95384576264?pwd=tY0AZO8IQAUXva8YFFNdZPZUZ0pBbu.1 (Meeting ID: 953 8457 6264 & Passcode: 1234) AGENDA 4:00 – 4:05 pm Welcome and Updates: Isabelle Girard & All 4:05 – 4:45 pm Open Discussion: START Cores Proposal: All 4:45 - 4:50 pm Closing: All. Location of Event: Other. Thursday, October 1, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Data Visualization Drop-In Meeting

School of Medicine Office of Research Learn survey design, qualitative methods, and best practices in presenting research findings, especially data. The School of Medicine Office of Research Evaluation unit hosts monthly data visualization drop-ins, which offer an opportunity for researchers and staff to improve data presentation, data accessibility and data literacy.  Contact Melissa Sullivan (msullivan@ucdavis.edu) for more information. Online Location: ZOOM. Location of Event: Other. Friday, October 2, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.

Evaluation Office Hours

School of Medicine Office of Research Researchers may have a grant application that requires an evaluation plan or may have questions on survey design, qualitative methods, or even the presentation of data. The School of Medicine Office of Research Evaluation Unit has expertise in all of these areas and is offering office-hour consultations for short conversations on these topics. These monthly office hours are designed to support CTSC and UC Davis Health researchers' needs and provide an informal setting for researchers to ask questions. Examples of brief consult areas include: Evaluation planning and design , Qualitative research methodologies , Survey design , Survey-related support using Qualtrics survey software , Data visualization - good design practices for charts, graphs, and visualizations, To reserve a 15-minute slot for an upcoming office hours session, contact Melissa Sullivan at msullivan@ucdavis.edu. For more information about the UC Davis School of Medicine Office of Research Evaluation Unit, visit our website at … Campus Location: Online. Location of Event: UC Davis Health (Sacramento). Cost: no charge. Contact Email: msullivan@ucdavis.edu. Event Type: Workshops and Training. Presented by: School of Medicine Office of Research Evaluation Unit. Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

R-Award Fall Seminar Series: NIH R-Grants: Structure, Storytelling, and Strategy

School of Medicine Office of Research This live seminar series is designed for UC Davis faculty who are preparing to write and submit their first NIH R-Award. While the sessions are a part of a series, they may be taken individually based on your needs. Presented by Cyndi Schumann, Ph.D. Erica Chedin, Ph.D. and Heather Hughes, Ph.D. A successful NIH R-grant combines strong science with a clear, compelling story that reviewers can understand and champion. This session covers the major parts of an R-series application and the review process, with practical guidance on framing goals, using visuals effectively, anticipating reviewer concerns, and writing with strategic detail and clarity. Register to Save the Date. Online Location: Zoom. Location of Event: Other. Presented by: UC Davis Health Faculty and Professional Development. Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM.

School of Medicine Research Celebration

School of Medicine Office of Research Save the date for this year's School of Medicine Research Celebration! This year's festivities will include a special celebration of the twentieth anniversary of the Clinical and Translational Science Center. Leadership updates | Rapid fire presentations | Research Rock Star Award |Grand Prize Winner - Research Image Competition | Raffle | Interactive engagement and networking | Wine and hors d'oeuvres. Campus Location: Betty Irene Moore Hall. Room: 1000. Location of Event: UC Davis Health (Sacramento). Contact Email: somor@ucdavis.edu. Event Type: Receptions, Banquets and Networking. Sponsored by: School of Medicine Office of Research. Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM. For more info visit www.eventbrite.com.

CA Postbacc Consortium- Charles Drew University Virtual Info Session

SOM Outreach & Events The California Postbaccalaureate Consortium is excited to host, for a second year, our monthly virtual group information sessions from July 2026 through November 2026. These sessions are designed to provide an opportunity for each Postbaccalaureate program in the Consortium to lead an information session, where they will share details about their program and address general questions. Online Location: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86272923318?pwd=6myEdXCNiJ0rfTNn39djNP6KyRBL35.1. Location of Event: Other. Contact Email: pbcentraladmin@health.ucdavis.edu. Presented by: Emma Ledesma and Carina Quiroz, Program Coordinators and Admin. Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. For more info visit us06web.zoom.us.

Center for Precision Medicine and Data Sciences (CPMDS) Lunch and Learn Series

School of Medicine Office of Research Session details: Sept. 23, 2026 – 12-1 p.m. Getting Started with Multi-Omics at UC Davis, Speaker: Blake Meyers, Ph.D. Director and Distinguished Professor, Department of Plant Sciences This session explores the use of artificial intelligence in medical imaging, including radiology and pathology. Participants will learn how image-based AI is improving diagnostics and therapy development, along with key challenges in validation and clinical deployment. REGISTER: https://bit.ly/Omics923   Oct. 21, 2026 – 12-1 p.m. Artificial Intelligence in Health and Precision Medicine, Speaker: Vladimir Filkov, Ph.D. Professor, Department of Computer Science A practical introduction to artificial intelligence in healthcare, covering machine learning, deep learning, and generative AI. The session highlights current and emerging applications at UC Davis Health, with emphasis on clinical decision support and responsible AI use. REGISTER: https://bit.ly/Artificial1021   Dec. 2, 2026 – 12-1 p.m. From Data to Discovery: Study… Location of Event: UC Davis Campus. Sponsored by: Center for Precision Medicine and Data Sciences. Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.

UC Davis MIND Institute’s Distinguished Lecturer Series

School of Medicine Office of Research Campus Location: MIND Institute. Room: Auditorium. Location of Event: UC Davis Campus. Contact Email: glguidici@ucdavis.edu. Presented by: MIND Institute. Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM. For more info visit health.ucdavis.edu.

SPARK - Supporting Partnerships and Research Knowledge

School of Medicine Office of Research SPARK Supporting Partnerships and Research Knowledge Coffee • Cookies • Conversation Join us for SPARK, a monthly, one-hour, informal gathering for faculty, research staff, and research administrators hosted at Aggie Square. Connect with colleagues over coffee, tea, and cookies while building relationships across the research community. Campus Location: Aggie Square. Room: Lobby. Location of Event: UC Davis Health (Sacramento). Contact Email: somrau@health.ucdavis.edu. Event Type: Free Events. Receptions, Banquets and Networking. Presented by: School of Medicine Office of Research. Wednesday, October 28, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Application Prep 101

SOM Outreach & Events Navigating application portal, review of program requirements, FAQ for application prep and time for questions. https://ucdavishealth.zoom.us/j/98357486740?pwd=Fzuqs1cqzWsCoCJaykPgZcC0iHKlMP.1   Meeting ID: 983 5748 6740 Passcode: 557105. Online Location: Zoom. Location of Event: Other. Thursday, October 29, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM. For more info visit ucdavishealth.zoom.us.

Evaluation Office Hours

School of Medicine Office of Research Researchers may have a grant application that requires an evaluation plan or may have questions on survey design, qualitative methods, or even the presentation of data. The School of Medicine Office of Research Evaluation Unit has expertise in all of these areas and is offering office-hour consultations for short conversations on these topics. These monthly office hours are designed to support CTSC and UC Davis Health researchers' needs and provide an informal setting for researchers to ask questions. Examples of brief consult areas include: Evaluation planning and design , Qualitative research methodologies , Survey design , Survey-related support using Qualtrics survey software , Data visualization - good design practices for charts, graphs, and visualizations, To reserve a 15-minute slot for an upcoming office hours session, contact Melissa Sullivan at msullivan@ucdavis.edu. For more information about the UC Davis School of Medicine Office of Research Evaluation Unit, visit our website at … Campus Location: Online. Location of Event: UC Davis Health (Sacramento). Cost: no charge. Contact Email: msullivan@ucdavis.edu. Event Type: Workshops and Training. Presented by: School of Medicine Office of Research Evaluation Unit. Tuesday, November 3, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Cores Connect Monthly Forum

School of Medicine Office of Research We will hold an open discussion during this week’s Cores Connect forum on the current update of the START Cores proposal. We look forward to your participation. The Cores Connect Forum meets on the first Thursday of each month.  . AGENDA for Thu Nov 6 @ 4:00 pm Zoom Link: https://ucdavis.zoom.us/j/95384576264?pwd=tY0AZO8IQAUXva8YFFNdZPZUZ0pBbu.1 (Meeting ID: 953 8457 6264 & Passcode: 1234) AGENDA 4:00 – 4:05 pm Welcome and Updates: Isabelle Girard & All 4:05 – 4:45 pm Open Discussion: START Cores Proposal: All 4:45 - 4:50 pm Closing: All. Location of Event: Other. Thursday, November 5, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Data Visualization Drop-In Meeting

School of Medicine Office of Research Learn survey design, qualitative methods, and best practices in presenting research findings, especially data. The School of Medicine Office of Research Evaluation unit hosts monthly data visualization drop-ins, which offer an opportunity for researchers and staff to improve data presentation, data accessibility and data literacy.  Contact Melissa Sullivan (msullivan@ucdavis.edu) for more information. Online Location: ZOOM. Location of Event: Other. Friday, November 6, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.

CA Postbacc Consortium- UCSF Virtual Info Session

SOM Outreach & Events The California Postbaccalaureate Consortium is excited to host, for a second year, our monthly virtual group information sessions from July 2026 through November 2026. These sessions are designed to provide an opportunity for each Postbaccalaureate program in the Consortium to lead an information session, where they will share details about their program and address general questions. Online Location: https://ucsf.zoom.us/j/94466508271?pwd=QgXQypHCyTHVkbhED4bNoWp6xrTa59.1&from=addon. Location of Event: Other. Contact Email: pbcentraladmin@health.ucdavis.edu. Presented by: LaTasha Mitchell, Associate Director, PB & Outreach Programs. Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. For more info visit ucsf.zoom.us.

UC Davis MIND Institute’s Distinguished Lecturer Series

School of Medicine Office of Research Campus Location: MIND Institute. Room: Auditorium. Location of Event: UC Davis Campus. Contact Email: glguidici@ucdavis.edu. Presented by: MIND Institute. Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM. For more info visit health.ucdavis.edu.

Meet the Advisors

SOM Outreach & Events Deep dive into the five program partners, with reps from Charles Drew, UCD, Huwighurruk (Tribal Health), UCSF, and UCLA. https://ucdavishealth.zoom.us/j/97688417671?pwd=swC39nC0glNF85qarz9jN8JWQSJ2Li.1   Meeting ID: 976 8841 7671 Passcode: 517091. Online Location: Zoom. Location of Event: Other. Thursday, November 19, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM. For more info visit ucdavishealth.zoom.us.

SPARK - Supporting Partnerships and Research Knowledge

School of Medicine Office of Research SPARK Supporting Partnerships and Research Knowledge Coffee • Cookies • Conversation Join us for SPARK, a monthly, one-hour, informal gathering for faculty, research staff, and research administrators hosted at Aggie Square. Connect with colleagues over coffee, tea, and cookies while building relationships across the research community. Campus Location: Aggie Square. Room: Lobby. Location of Event: UC Davis Health (Sacramento). Contact Email: somrau@health.ucdavis.edu. Event Type: Free Events. Receptions, Banquets and Networking. Presented by: School of Medicine Office of Research. Wednesday, November 25, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.