Advancing clinical research through knowledge sharing and collaboration
The DCRI connects with the global clinical research community through conferences, research forums, seminars, and educational events. Whether we're presenting cutting-edge findings at major therapeutic conferences, hosting renowned speakers in our DCRI Research Forum series, or facilitating workshops with our clinical partners, our events serve as catalysts for the innovations that improve health outcomes worldwide. Explore our upcoming engagements and discover opportunities to join the conversation.
AAIC: Alzheimer's Association International Conference
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London, UK
JSM: Joint Statistical Meeting
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Boston, MA
ESC: European Society for Cardiology
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Munich, Germany
SCDM: Society for Clinical Data Management
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Raleigh, NC
The DCRI showcases our thought leadership and services at scientific conferences and meetings throughout the year. Click the links below to learn more about the conferences our faculty and operations leaders will participate in throughout 2026.
The DCRI Research Forum brings together thought leaders, visionaries, and innovators to share groundbreaking ideas and best practices with the Duke community. This distinguished speaker series is a platform to explore the latest developments in clinical research, healthcare innovation, and improvements in patient care.
Our Vision:
- Share cutting-edge research findings with those positioned to transform patient care and outcomes
- Exchange lessons learned and evidence-based practices to elevate the quality of clinical research across our field
Speaker Formats
Our Research Forum accommodates a variety of presentation styles to effectively showcase each speaker's expertise. Sessions may feature traditional presentations followed by interactive Q&A discussions, or take the form of intimate conversational interviews between our guests and DCRI faculty leaders, allowing for a deeper exploration of topics and real-time audience engagement.
Recent Speakers
Our program has recently featured leaders from across healthcare, biomedical research, government, and public policy, including:
- Jay Bhattacharya, MD, PhD (Director, National Institutes of Health)
- Dev Sangvai, MD, MBA (Secretary, North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services)
- Jagmeet P. Singh, MD, PhD (Professor of Medicine, Harvard Medical School; Massachusetts General Hospital)
- Holly Fernandez Lynch, JD, MBE (Associate Professor, University of Pennsylvania)
- Stacie B. Dusetzina, PhD (Professor of Health Policy, Vanderbilt University)
- Kiran Musunuru, MD, PhD, MPH, ML, MRA, and Rebecca Ahrens-Nicklas, MD, PhD (Metabolic Disease Program, University of Pennsylvania)
- Charles Q. Brown Jr. (Retired United States Air Force Four-Star General; Duke University Sanford School of Public Policy)
- John Sundy, MD (Chief Medical Officer, Seismic Therapeutic; Board Member, Sanofi)
Attend a Research Forum
Sessions are held virtually and open to the Duke community. Visit the Duke Events Calendar and search 'DCRI Research Forum' to view upcoming sessions and registration information.
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