NMRI South Region Workshop 2024

Event Details

Background

More than 700 researchers have participated in NMRI workshops in the past decade, and approximately 100+ are active members. The success of the NMRI, a network that is “owned” by its members and supported by the NIDDK, begins with the dedication of senior investigators who mentor and serve as role models for junior investigators. The participation of active members and the recruitment of new members is a primary reason for the Network’s success in the past and the reason for confidence that it will continue to grow in the future.

Meeting Objectives

• Mentorship
• Poster Presentation
• Scholarly exchange among field leaders

Who can attend?

The meeting is open to all underrepresented minority investigators, including post-graduate doctoral students, who are conducting biomedical research in the fields of

• Diabetes, endocrinology, metabolism
• Digestive and liver diseases, nutrition
• Kidney, urologic, and hematologic diseases

Registration Deadline

October 7, 2024

Agenda

October 24, 2024—Tamiami Hall

Building Address: 11201 SW 17th Street, Miami, Florida, 33174

12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Registration and Poster Set-up (Lunch on your own)

1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Welcome and Introduction

Winnie Martinez, Program Director, Office of Minority Health Research Coordination, National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health (NIH)

Trudy Gaillard, Ph.D., M.S., Associate Professor, Florida International University

Howard Holness, Ph.D., MBA, Associate Dean of Administration, Nicole Wertheim College of Nursing & Health Sciences, Florida International University

Overview of the Network of Minority Health Research Investigators (NMRI)

O. Kenrik Duru, M.D., M.S., Professor of Medicine, David Geffen School of Medicine, University of California, Los Angeles, Chair Elect, NMRI Planning Board

Fern J. Webb, Ph.D., Associate Professor, College of Medicine, University of Florida, Co-chair, NMRI Community and Faith Based Research Subgroup

2:30 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.

Break (Light refreshments sponsored by Office of Research & Economic Development, Florida International University)

2:45 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.

South Region Institution Highlights

Jorge Valdés, D.N.P., CRNA, APRN, FAANA, Dean, Nicole Wertheim College of Nursing and Health Sciences, Florida International University

Michelle Clark, Ph.D., Dean and Professor, Barry and Judy Silverman College of Pharmacy, Nova Southeastern University

Lakesha Butler, Pharm.D., Clinical Professor, College of Pharmacy, University of Florida

3:45 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Networking with Senior University Leaders

4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Keynote: Leadership & Empowerment to Remain an Effective Scientist

Samuel Dagogo-Jack, M.D., D.Sc., Professor of Medicine, The University of Tennessee Health Science Center

5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Digital Poster Presentation

Moderator: Boubakari Ibrahimou, Ph.D., Florida International University

7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Dinner at Restaurant (Pay on your own)

October 25, 2024—Management and Advanced Research Building

Building Address: 11200 SW 8th Street, Miami, Florida 33199

8:15 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.

Registration
(Breakfast sponsored by Nova Southeastern University)

9:00 a.m. – 9:15 a.m.

Welcome

Jorge Valdes, Ph.D., DNP, Dean, Nicole Wertheim College of Nursing and Health Sciences

Kenneth A. Jessell, Ph.D., President, Florida International University

9:15 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

Navigating NIH

Robert Rivers, Ph.D., Program Director, National Human Genome Research Institute, NIH

10:00 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.

Break (Light refreshments sponsored by Nova Southeastern University)

10:15 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Round Table Discussion Session I

Professional Development—Trainee and Postdoctoral
Wairimu Magua, Ph.D., M.S., Academic Research Scientist, Emory University

Professional Development—Early Career
Ngozi Mbue, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Texas Woman’s University

Professional Development—Mid-career
Mariana Sanchez, Ph.D., M.S., Associate Professor, Florida International University

11:00 a.m. – 11:45 p.m.

Round Table Discussion Session II

Ongoing Research—Basic
Trudy Gaillard, Ph.D., M.S., Associate Professor, Florida International University

Ongoing Research—Clinical
Alexandra Perez, Pharm.D., M.S., Associate Professor, College of Pharmacy, Nova Southeastern University

Ongoing Research—Translational
Fern J. Webb, Ph.D., Associate Professor, College of Medicine, University of Florida

11:45 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Lunch (Pre-ordered)
(Sponsored by Texas Women’s University)

Scientific Presentations
Presented by the Abstract Winners

Depression and Financial Hardship from Medical Bills Among Adults with Diabetes in the United States.
Haifa Alharbi, PharmD, Nova Southeastern University

Single-Cell RNA Sequencing Analysis of the Mouse Arteriovenous Fistula at Different Timepoints
Filipe Stoyell-Conti, Ph.D., Professor, University of Miami

Training Community Health Workers to Address the Gap in Chronic Kidney Disease Awareness and Screening Among Underserved Latines: The Value of Using Community-Engaged Methods
Janet Diaz-Martinez, Ph.D., Research Assistant Professor, Florida International University

1:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Navigating Success with NIH Research in an Academic Environment
Andrés Gil, Ph.D., Senior Vice President for Research and Economic Development, Florida International University

1:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Más allá de la Ciencia: Insights into an Academic Journey
Stacey Alarez-Alvarado, Ph.D., M.S., Assistant Professor, College of Medicine, University of Florida

2:00 p.m. – 2:15 p.m.

Closing Remarks and Adjournment

Abstracts

Abstract Submission Deadline

September 25, 2024

Submitting Abstracts and Posters

Abstracts can be emailed to Winnie Martinez as a Microsoft Word document by the deadline date listed above. Please put “NMRI Abstract - (Translational, Basic or Clinical)” in the subject line. Or you may upload your abstract on your registration page. Please indicate a category (Translational, Basic, or Clinical) on top right corner and follow the guidelines below.

Abstract Organization

Organize the body of the abstract as follows:

• Statement of the purpose of the study/program/project;
• Statement of the methods used;
• Summary of the results presented in sufficient detail to support the conclusion
• Statement of the conclusions reached.

Formatting Requirements

Your abstract must conform to the above guidelines, as incorrect formatting could result in disqualification.

• The abstract should be typed single-spaced, type no smaller than 10 point (12 cpi).
• Use a common font (e.g., Helvetica, Times New Roman, or Arial)
• Set the margins to the following using Microsoft Word: Top 1"; Bottom 1"; Left 1.25"; Right 1".
• Abstract should be no more than one page in length.
• The abstract’s title should be typed in CAPITAL LETTERS and should clearly represent the nature of the investigation.
• Title should be followed in lowercase letters by the author’s first and last names, degree, affiliation (if applicable), city, state, and country. Underline the primary author’s name (one primary author per abstract).
• Leave one blank line between the title and the body of the abstract, and between paragraphs.
• Do not indent paragraphs.
• Use of standard abbreviations is desirable (e.g., RBC). Use kg, gm, mg, mL, L, and %. Place a special or unusual abbreviation in parentheses after the full word the first time that it appears.
• Use numerals to indicate numbers except to begin sentences.
• Do not use subtitles (e.g., Methods, Results).
• Simple tables or graphs may be included; however, they must fit within the designated abstract space.
• The abstract file should be saved as: primary author’s last name_first word in the title (e.g., Zucker_Effects).

Poster Presentations

Posters will be judged based on the criteria listed below:

• Did the poster have an appropriate organization (layout of the poster -title, sections)?
• Did the introduction reflect why the project is important?
• Was the hypothesis clearly stated?
• Did the researcher use appropriate methods in the study?
• Were the findings in the result section clear and concise?
• Was the discussion consistent with the initial hypothesis?
• Was the conclusion supported by the results?
• Did the researcher specify any limitations and how to address them

Poster Presentations will be displayed on 4-foot-high by 6-foot-wide poster boards. Pushpins and Velcro will be provided. All presenters must register for the workshop.