Latest Past Events

10th National IDeA Symposium of Biomedical Research Excellence (NISBRE)

Bethesda North Marriott Hotel and Conference Bethesda North Marriott Hotel and Conference Center, Rockville

Clarissa Henry, PhD, PI for the COBRE grant and Cecile Ferguson, program manager will attend the  the 10th Biennial National IDeA Symposium of Biomedical Research Excellence (NISBRE), held in person at the Bethesda North Marriott Hotel and Conference Center in Rockville, Maryland, from June 14–17, 2026. This national conference is a premier event showcasing the scientific and […]

Exploring tissue-specific mechanisms and requirements for nucleolar organization using C. elegans

Norman Smith Hall 107

The School of Biology and Ecology presents: Exploring tissue-specific mechanisms and requirements for nucleolar organization using C. elegans Speaker:  Dr. Emily Spaulding Assistant Professor and The George Wojtech Endowed Chair in Neurobiology at MDI Biological Lab Friday, April 3, 3pm Norman Smith 107 Refreshments served! Disruptions in the organization of neurons contributes to neurodegeneration, including […]

Making and Breaking the Barrier: Development of the Diaphragm and Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernias

Nutting 257

Seminar Topic: The diaphragm is an essential mammalian skeletal muscle, as it is vital for respiration and serves as a barrier between the thoracic and abdominal cavities. Defects in diaphragm development are the cause of congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) a common birth defect (1 in 3000 births) that results in severe morbidity and 50% mortality. […]