Pharmacology & Toxicology Seminar - Justin Bosch
Campus Locations: Health Sciences Education Building - Spencer F. and Cleone P. Eccles (HSEB). Contact Name: Katie Blakesley. Contact Phone: 801-585-3094. Contact Email: katie.blakesley@pharm.utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Monday, April 27, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Genetics Interest Group Seminars - Steven Downes
Steven Downes, Professor of Philosophy, will speak on “Philosophy of Genetics” at 4:15pm, in the 6th floor conference room (Rm 6400) of the Eccles Institute of Human Genetics. The philosophy department here has long had a focus on the history of science, the influence of genetic concepts on society, and the social applications and mis-applications of genetic insights. Steve has been an inspiration to me for years, making active efforts at the U to bring together historians of science, practitioners of genetics, and researchers into how the gene’s eye view of the world and genetic causation affects societal views.
Campus Locations: Eccles Institute of Human Genetics (EIHG). Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Monday, April 27, 2026, 4:15 PM – 5:15 PM.
Science On Tap Presents: Cider & Science
For one night only, April 27, 7-9PM at Second Summit Hard Cider Co. Presenting talks from three local climbers doing research that impacts us all. April 27, 7-9PM. 21+ Event . Tickets & More Info .
Ticket URL: https://www.saltlakeclimbers.org/science-on-tap. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Monday, April 27, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Second Summit Hard Cider Co.
4010 S Main St, Millcreek, UT 84107.
For more info visit www.saltlakeclimbers.org. Open Lecture with Prof. Mario Capecchi "The Courage to Discover”
Join us for a special open lecture by Professor Mario Capecchi, Nobel Prize winning scientist and Distinguished Professor of Human Genetics. Prof. Capecchi will share reflections from his remarkable scientific journey one that has shaped modern genetics and inspired generations of researchers.
This session is designed to offer inspiration, encouragement and renewed motivation for everyone involved in research at the University of Utah: postdocs, students, faculty, and staff. Through stories of discovery, resilience, and creativity, Prof. Capecchi will highlight the curiosity and courage that lie at the heart of scientific progress.
Campus Locations: Eccles Institute of Human Genetics (EIHG). Ticket URL: https://t.e2ma.net/click/rutzgm/buao5nue/zk7xb0. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Wednesday, April 29, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
13th Annual Vitae event
Vitae is an annual event sponsored by the University of Utah Health Research Office that recognizes six junior research faculty at the University who have received acclaim for their research contributions, whether through significant grant funding, highly visible publications, national or international awards, or other media publicity.
Event page and registration can be found here: https://uofuhealth.utah.edu/research/vitae.
Campus Locations: Quinney College of Law - S. J. (LAW). Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Wednesday, April 29, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
For more info visit uofuhealth.utah.edu. Developmental Biology Interest Group - Katarina Heyden, Rutter Lab
Campus Locations: Health Sciences Education Building - Spencer F. and Cleone P. Eccles (HSEB). Contact Name: Kristen Kwan. Contact Email: kmkwan@genetics.utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Friday, May 1, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
OACC Leadership Fellowship Graduation Dinner
University of Utah - Health Sciences
Colleges & Programs: Health Sciences Programs. Departments: OAACC. Event Type: Students. Event Audience: Department Faculty & Staff Only. School of Medicine Students. Full Description: This is graduation dinner for the SFE SOM Office of Academic Culture and Community's (OACC) Leadership Fellowship program students. Event Contact Name: Eric Warner. Event Contact Phone: 5716370662. Event Contact Email: eric.warner@hsc.utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: No. Location: Brio Italian Grille
80 Regent St, Salt Lake City, UT 84111.
Monday, May 4, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Brio Italian Grille
80 Regent St, Salt Lake City, UT 84111.
Monthly Affiliate Call
University of Utah - Health Sciences
Event Audience: Hospitals & Clinics staff. Non U of U Physicians & Health Care Providers. All University of Utah Faculty. Full Description: The Monthly Affiliate Call, led by Dr. Ted Kimball, serves as a forum to collaborate and address regional issues and challenges that affect health care in the Mountain West. All University of Utah Health partners are encouraged to participate in the call via Zoom. Topics change monthly to reflect trending issues and current needs. Event Contact Name: Annie Romano. Event Contact Phone: 8015563135. Event Contact Email: annie.romano@hsc.utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: Yes. Location: https://utah.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0rceuppzguHtTGCzylN4n_nLNt1psFVfju.
Wednesday, May 6, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Virtual - https://utah.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0rceuppzguHtTGCzylN4n_nLNt1psFVfju.
For more info visit utah.zoom.us. T32 GEMS Retreat
Join us for the T32 GEMS Retreat on Friday, May 8 at HCI Research South, featuring keynote speaker Dr. Roberta Zappasodi (Weill Cornell Medicine) presenting Metabolic Control of Anti-tumor Immunity. The event will include trainee research talks, networking opportunities, and breakfast and lunch. RSVP by April 28, 2026, and add the event to your calendar to secure your spot. Please direct questions regarding the event to Kelly Chanthapanaya: Kelly.chanthapanay@hci.utah.edu .
Campus Locations: HCI Cancer Research South - Huntsman (HCI IV). Ticket URL: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc-ZVJWCqaLTzIHg4PVkH6d7Ctxq_VlmGGIV0BE9CkFz9V8ZQ/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=111116482445035435159. Contact Name: Kelly Chanthapanaya. Contact Email: Kelly.chanthapanay@hci.utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Friday, May 8, 2026, 8:00 AM – 2:10 PM.
Developmental Biology Interest Group - Jilian Ulibarri, Caron Lab
Campus Locations: Health Sciences Education Building - Spencer F. and Cleone P. Eccles (HSEB). Contact Name: Kristen Kwan. Contact Email: kmkwan@genetics.utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Friday, May 8, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Molecules & Therapeutics
Agenda
10-10:30 AM – Coffee and networking
10:30 AM-12 PM – Speaker presentations and discussions
12-1 PM – Lunch and network with speakers
Location: EHSEB 1730
Featured speakers:
Randy Peterson, PhD
Matt Sigman, PhD
Justin Bosch, PhD
Helena Safavi-Hemami, PhD
Eric Schmidt, PhD.
Campus Locations: Health Sciences Education Building - Spencer F. and Cleone P. Eccles (HSEB). Ticket URL: https://luma.com/5u2bek3n. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Friday, May 8, 2026, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Ph.D Dissertation Defense - Omar Shennib
Campus Locations: Health Sciences Education Building - Spencer F. and Cleone P. Eccles (HSEB). Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Monday, May 11, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Bioscience State of the Programs
Campus Locations: Health Sciences Education Building - Spencer F. and Cleone P. Eccles (HSEB). Contact Name: Bioscience PhD Programs. Contact Email: bioscience@genetics.utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Monday, May 11, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Geriatrics Division/GRECC Translational Research Grand Rounds
University of Utah - Health Sciences
Geriatrics Division/GRECC Translational Research Grand Rounds, Presented by.
Colleges & Programs: School of Medicine. Departments: Internal Medicine. Division: Geriatrics. Event Type: Conferences. Event Audience: Hospitals & Clinics staff. Non U of U Physicians & Health Care Providers. Open to Public. School of Medicine Faculty. School of Medicine Residents. School of Medicine Students. Full Description: Geriatrics Division/GRECC Translational Research Grand Rounds, Presented by. Event Contact Name: Raechelle Ben. Event Contact Phone: 801-585-1686. Event Contact Email: raechelle.ben@hsc.utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: Yes. Location: TEAMS.
Tuesday, May 12, 2026, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
TEAMS.
SOM Seminar Series Presents: David Julius
Campus Locations: Eccles Institute of Human Genetics (EIHG). Contact Name: Andrew Pannier. Contact Email: andrew.pannier@genetics.utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Tuesday, May 12, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Biochemistry Seminar – Joshua Mendell, PhD UT Southwestern Medical Center
Contact Name: Megan Hendrickson. Contact Email: megan.hendrickson@biochem.utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Thursday, May 14, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
TBD.
Developmental Biology Interest Group - Dallin Billings, Myers Lab
Campus Locations: Health Sciences Education Building - Spencer F. and Cleone P. Eccles (HSEB). Contact Name: Kristen Kwan. Contact Email: kmkwan@genetics.utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Friday, May 15, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Health Sciences Research Forum
We're excited to bring the Health Sciences Research Forum back in person this May. HSRF will run its traditional hour-long program, with networking time before and after. Come for breakfast and stay for the presentations and conversations. HSRF is a chance to connect with colleagues across the health sciences, hear what's happening in research, and find your next collaboration.
DETAILS, Date: Tuesday, May 19, Time: 7:30–10:00 AM, Place: Health Science Education Building (Alumni Hall), 26 2000 E, Salt Lake City, UT 84113, AGENDA, 7:30–8:00 AM - Breakfast & Networking, 8:00–9:00 AM - HSRF Program, School of Pharmacy Research Update — Dr. Carol Lim , Research Snapshot — Dr. Erik Blackwood , TBA, 9:00–10:00 AM — Networking.
Campus Locations: Health Sciences Education Building - Spencer F. and Cleone P. Eccles (HSEB). Ticket URL: https://luma.com/n7btm988. Contact Name: Jeremy D. Franklin. Contact Email: jeremy.franklin@hsc.utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 7:30 AM – 10:00 AM.
30th Anniversary Gala - Genetic Science Learning Center
University of Utah - Health Sciences
The University of Utah’s Genetic Science Learning Center (GSLC) will host a public fundraising concert on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at Libby Gardner Concert Hall to support and expand the free science education resources it provides to millions of students, teachers, and lifelong learners.
The 7 p.m. concert will feature the Utah Medical Orchestra performing original compositions from the Center’s popular multimedia science education materials, along with distinguished speakers and special musical guests. Before the concert, attendees can enjoy a 5 p.m. reception featuring engaging hands-on science experiences and a science art exhibit.
The event will also honor the retirement of longtime director Dr. Louisa Stark, whose leadership helped shape the Center’s far-reaching impact in science education. It will also formally announce the Center’s new name — The Stark Science Learning Center (SSLC) — in recognition of Dr. Stark’s extraordinary contributions to the Center.
Tickets are now available at sslc.ut…
Event Categories: Community Engagement. Kids/Family. Music. Public Event. Other. Campus Locations: Libby Gardner Concert Hall (DGH). Cost: $20 kids and students, $35 general admission. VIP tickets start at $100. Ticket URL: https://www.sslc.utah.edu/gala. Transportation / Parking: On Saturday, A, U, and E lots are free. There is also paid and free street parking nearby. A limited number of ADA parking spaces are available on President’s Circle. For wheelchair access, use the east atrium entrance and turn left for the elevator. Contact Name: Kagan Breitenbach. Contact Phone: (435) 219-9223. Contact Email: kagan.breitenbach@utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Saturday, May 23, 2026, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
For more info visit www.sslc.utah.edu. Biochemistry Seminar – Joe Thornton University of Chicago
Contact Name: Megan Hendrickson. Contact Email: megan.hendrickson@biochem.utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Thursday, May 28, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
TBD.
Monthly Affiliate Call
University of Utah - Health Sciences
Event Audience: Hospitals & Clinics staff. Non U of U Physicians & Health Care Providers. All University of Utah Faculty. Full Description: The Monthly Affiliate Call, led by Dr. Ted Kimball, serves as a forum to collaborate and address regional issues and challenges that affect health care in the Mountain West. All University of Utah Health partners are encouraged to participate in the call via Zoom. Topics change monthly to reflect trending issues and current needs. Event Contact Name: Annie Romano. Event Contact Phone: 8015563135. Event Contact Email: annie.romano@hsc.utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: Yes. Location: https://utah.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0rceuppzguHtTGCzylN4n_nLNt1psFVfju.
Wednesday, June 3, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Virtual - https://utah.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0rceuppzguHtTGCzylN4n_nLNt1psFVfju.
For more info visit utah.zoom.us. Geriatrics Division/GRECC Translational Research Grand Rounds
University of Utah - Health Sciences
Geriatrics Division/GRECC Translational Research Grand Rounds, Presented by.
Colleges & Programs: School of Medicine. Departments: Internal Medicine. Division: Geriatrics. Event Type: Conferences. Event Audience: Hospitals & Clinics staff. Non U of U Physicians & Health Care Providers. Open to Public. School of Medicine Faculty. School of Medicine Residents. School of Medicine Students. Full Description: Geriatrics Division/GRECC Translational Research Grand Rounds, Presented by. Event Contact Name: Raechelle Ben. Event Contact Phone: 801-585-1686. Event Contact Email: raechelle.ben@hsc.utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: Yes. Location: TEAMS.
Tuesday, June 9, 2026, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
TEAMS.
Symposium on AI in Protein Structure, Function, and Discovery
REGISTER HERE: https://luma.com/40kdqwzl, University of Utah - All day symposium featuring talks from internal and external speakers on AI in Protein Structure, Function, and Discovery, Registration is free but required to attend. Lunch will be provided for registered attendees - register by May 28 to guarantee lunch. In person only - not streamed or recorded. Recent advances in artificial intelligence have transformed protein structure prediction and protein design, enabling accurate modeling of protein complexes, in silico discovery of previously unrecognized molecular interactions, and rational design of small-molecule and protein binders. This conference will showcase exciting developments from researchers at the University of Utah and beyond. The meeting will include invited and contributed talks and a poster session. Including talks from: Qian Cong (UT Southwestern), Roland Dunbrack (Fox Chase Cancer Center), Marta Fay (Recursion), Neil King (U of Washington).
Campus Locations: Health Sciences Education Building - Spencer F. and Cleone P. Eccles (HSEB). Cost: https://luma.com/40kdqwzl. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Thursday, June 25, 2026, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM.
Geriatrics Division/GRECC Translational Research Grand Rounds
University of Utah - Health Sciences
Geriatrics Division/GRECC Translational Research Grand Rounds, Presented by.
Colleges & Programs: School of Medicine. Departments: Internal Medicine. Division: Geriatrics. Event Type: Conferences. Event Audience: Hospitals & Clinics staff. Non U of U Physicians & Health Care Providers. Open to Public. School of Medicine Faculty. School of Medicine Residents. School of Medicine Students. Full Description: Geriatrics Division/GRECC Translational Research Grand Rounds, Presented by. Event Contact Name: Raechelle Ben. Event Contact Phone: 801-585-1686. Event Contact Email: raechelle.ben@hsc.utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: Yes. Location: TEAMS.
Tuesday, July 14, 2026, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
TEAMS.