Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 12:00 PM
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May 28th, 2026 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit Hours
Description
Dr. Libien will highlight innovative pathway and outreach initiatives, including the REACH (Research Experience in Autism for College and High School students) pipeline program, designed to engage high school and undergraduate learners—particularly those from underrepresented backgrounds—in neuroscience and biomedical careers. These programs integrate research exposure, mentorship, and career development to foster early interest and sustained engagement in pathology and neuroscience. The session will explore how structured outreach, hands-on research training, and mentorship networks can expand access to careers in academic medicine and improve diversity within the pathology and neuroscience workforce.
Dates and Times
Start: 5/28/2026 12:00 PM
End: 5/28/2026 1:00 PM
Objectives
1. Describe the structure and key components of pathway and outreach programs, such as the REACH pipeline, that provide research, mentorship, and career development opportunities in neuroscience and pathology.
2. Recognize the role of early exposure, mentorship, and pipeline initiatives in increasing interest and retention of students—particularly those from underrepresented backgrounds—in biomedical and pathology careers.
3. Identify strategies that academic departments can implement to develop or enhance outreach programs aimed at strengthening the future workforce in neuroscience and pathology.
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Speakers
Location
Basic Sciences Tower Level 9, Rm 140
101 Nicolls Rd
Stony Brook , NY 11794
Accreditation
The School of Medicine, State University of New York at Stony Brook, is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The School of Medicine, State University of New York at Stony Brook designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits ™. Physicians should only claim the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Need help with this Grand Round Session?
Please contact the Grand Round coordinator listed below:
Rachel Larin
Department: Pathology Department
Phone: (631) 444-2169
Email: rachel.larin@stonybrookmedicine.edu