Research Events

RESEARCH FUNDAMENTALS

Designed specifically for researchers at all career stages, this ongoing series aims to provide practical knowledge and essential tools to help you succeed in your research journey. Each session will feature experts from across campus and external partners, offering insights into critical areas that support and elevate your work.

Whether you're new to research or looking to refine your skills, this series will equip you with the resources and connections you need to thrive.

All presentations will be from 12:00 – 1:00 pm in the Freeman Auditorium (930 Madison, 3rd Floor).

Lunch will be provided to the first 50 attendees.
All presentations will be live-streamed and recorded.

SPRING SCHEDULE

3rd Tuesday of the Month | 12:00 – 1:00 pm | Freeman Auditorium (930 Madison, 3rd Floor)

February 17, 2026

"How to increase the impact of your research by working with the University of Tennessee Research Foundation"

Speaker: James Parrett, JD, PharmD, Interim UTRF Vice President

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March 17, 2026
"Important Ethical Issues That Should Be Addressed in IRB Applications"

Speaker: Terrance Ackerman

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April 21, 2026 - VIRTUAL PRESENTATION

Cross Campus Collaboration, featuring a panel with Chattanooga and Knoxville team members

Speaker: Jennifer Ferris, Director of Research, Knoxville

Speaker: Giuseppe Pizzorno, chief research officer at Erlanger; associate dean for Research, College of Medicine, Chattanooga

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May 26, 2026

Speaker: Brenda Murrell, Associate Vice Chancellor for Research, Office of Sponsored Programs

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PAST PRESENTATIONS

AUGUST: Telling Your Story: Scientific Storytelling in Changing Times
Jessica Snowden, MD, Vice Chancellor for Research

- - WATCH THE PRESENTATION | View the Slidedeck

SEPTEMBER: Navigating the Research Core Facilities
Daniel Johnson, PhD, Director of the Molecular Resource Center and Molecular Bioinformatics Core