Lightning Talk Event: “Diseases of Isolation”
The U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) has called for more research on “diseases of isolation” such as suicide, depression, alcoholism, and addiction. Funders are calling for research to help engage the negative impacts of isolation.
In coordination with the Office of the Vice President for Research, the Suicide Research Working Group, and the Applied Medical & Engineering (AME) Lab are excited to host a 90-minute “Diseases of Isolation” event to identify related and existing areas of strength on campus, hear lightning talks from active researchers in this space, and discuss emerging research opportunity in this area. The goal of this event is to help mobilize potential research teams on these topics.
Lightning Talk Event: “Diseases of Isolation”
Date: Monday, May 12, 2025
Time: 11:00am-12:30pm
Location: TBD – Please register to receive location details.
RSVP Link: https://utah.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6DNXOwF7aKSzdnE
Participating individuals will have an opportunity to present 3-4-slide (maximum) lightning talks of their current research/ideas and to collectively brainstorm ideas for collaborative, cross-campus work and/or aims for new research endeavors. Lightning talks will be limited to 3-5 minutes per person. Space for lightning talks is limited. Please indicate on your RSVP form whether you are interested in submitting a lightning talk. You may also upload your slides as part of that RSVP form OR submit them to natalie.mcelroy@utah.edu
Researchers already engaged in this area, those interested in participating in these response teams, and individuals looking to contribute are encouraged to attend.
Please share this announcement with research faculty, staff, community partners, industry professionals, and other interested affiliates. Questions can be directed to natalie.mcelroy@utah.edu.
Thank you!
