Shining Light on ARConvergence Science
DoM Evans Research Days
October 16, 2025
1:45-2:45p
Program
75 E Concord St | Keefer Auditorium
Hosted by the
Evans Center for Interdisciplinary Biomedical Research (ECIBR),
BU IBRO and BU CTSI
1:45-1:50pm Introductory Notes
Katya Ravid, DSc
Barbara E. Corkey Professor of Medicine
Founding Director, Evans Center IBR & Bu IBro
1:50-2:05pm BU Convergence Science Initiative
Kenneth R. Lutchen, PhD
BU vice president and associate provost for research; Dean of Engineering, Emeritus; Professor (BME)
2:05-2:20pm “ARConvergence Approach: The Case of Precision Medicine for Alzheimer Disease”
ARC Program Directors:
Lindsay Farrer, PhD; Rhoda Au, PhD; Alice Cronin-Golomb, PhD
2:20-2:25pm David L. Coleman MD, Junior Faculty Prize
Dr. David L. Coleman
Department of Medicine Chair, 2006 – 2022
The David L. Coleman, MD, Junior faculty Prize is awarded to an assistant professor for special contributions to their colleagues, section and department, and in recognition of excellence in research and good citizenship as demonstrated by volunteer leadership, contributions to educational initiatives, mentorship and a commitment to diversity.
Winner to be presented by Drs. Katya Ravid and David Salant
2:25-2:45pm Talk by the David Coleman Prize winner (TBN)
There will be a meet & greet with the awardee following this presentation.