ITM Grand Rounds: Behind the Breakthroughs

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Hear how these scientists overcame trials and found triumph with research discoveries that might one day help you or someone you love in a series of dynamic, short TED-style Talks for any audience. These physicians and scientists received funding support and videos for you to enjoy as part of the ITM Pilot Funding program. Come celebrate with the general public and community, alumni of the ITM Pilot Awards program, and physicians and researchers across the city at this fun event with free food, an open bar, and great networking!

You’ll hear from:

Jessica Ridgway, MD, UChicago
Associate Professor of Medicine
Infectious Diseases
January 2020 Cycle
Improving PrEP Uptake and Persistence among Cisgender Women of Color

Shannon Halloway, PhD, RN, FAAN, FAHA, UIC/Rush
Associate Professor
Heung Soo & Mi Ja Kim Endowed Faculty Scholar
Department of Biobehavioral Nursing Science
January 2020 Cycle
The role of physical activity and sedentary behavior on cognitive function in the U.S. POINTER trial
 
Dimitra Skondra, MD, PhD, UChicago
Professor of Ophthalmology and Visual Science
Director, J. Terry Ernest Ocular Imaging Center
January 2021 Cycle
A novel strategy to prevent age related macular degeneration
 
Mohan S. Gundeti, MD, UChicago
Professor of Surgery
Professor of Pediatrics
Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Director, Pediatric Urology
July 2022 Cycle
Machine Learning to Assess Pediatric Hydronephrosis and Predict Time to Resolution

 

How do I get to MATTER from inside the MART?
Upon entering the Merchandise Mart, locate the “Showcase Rooms” elevator by the South Lobby to take you to the 6th floor. Follow the “Meet on 6 Conference Center” signs to Auditorium A and B.

Parking:
MATTER validates parking for the lot located at 210 N. Wells Street at the rate of $12.00 for 12 hours. Metered parking is also available along Kinzie Street.

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Get Directions to the Parking Garage

Date

Jan 24 2025

Time

2:45 pm - 5:00 pm

Organizer

Les Cooke
Email
lcooke@bsd.uchicago.edu

Location

MATTER
222 Merchandise Mart Plaza #6th floor, Auditorium A and B, Chicago, IL 60654
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