BU CTSI Symposium: Advancing Translational Science

Through Cutting-Edge Technology

March 19, 2025 | 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Duan Family Center for Computing and Data Sciences

665 Commonwealth Ave, 17th Floor, Boston, MA

Boston University Clinical & Translational Science Institute (BU CTSI) is proud

to present the 12th Annual Translational Science Symposium In Memory of David Seldin, MD, PhD (1957-2015). This year, we spotlight the intersection of artificial intelligence and regenerative medicine, bringing together thought leaders driving the future of translational science.

Keynote Speaker: Roy Perlis, MD, MSc.

Associate Chief for Research, Department of Psychiatry, MGH

Director, Center for Quantitative Health, MGH

Professor of Psychiatry, Harvard Medical School

Dr. Perlis's lab integrates machine learning, genomics, and cellular models to study brain diseases, identifying the first genes linked to major depressive disorder and treatment-resistant depression. His work pioneered the use of electronic health records for psychiatric risk stratification. With over 400 peer-reviewed publications in journals like Nature Genetics, JAMA, and NEJM, he received the Klerman Award (2010) from the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA), where he now serves as a scientific advisor.

Registration closes on Saturday, March 15th, but walk-ins are welcome!

View the agenda here and secure your spot today!

CTSA Program Collaborative Workshop: Solicitation for Proposals

Application Deadline: Mar. 31, 2025

CCOS is currently accepting applications from CTSA Program hubs interested in co-hosting an in person (or virtual) Collaborative Workshop on a topic of their choice with CCOS and NCATS. The selected application will receive planning support, guidance, high-level coordination, speaker travel funding (if in-person), and materials from CCOS for a one-day Collaborative Workshop in the early spring of 2026. Learn More

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A Fight With The Flu Could Help

Control COVID-19

Tuberculosis, the flu, a staph infection, asthma — you’d think all these ailments could only be bad news for the lungs. However, if they don’t get out of control, they might actually turn out to have an unexpected benefit. Read More.

Tackling Cancer Through Multidisciplinary Research

Apr. 02, 2025 | 4–6 pm | BU Medical Campus, 72 East Concord Street, 14th floor

This Research on Tap will showcase the breadth of expertise driving progress in cancer prevention, treatment, and care at BU. Hosted on BU's Medical Campus. Learn More

The Funding Acknowledgement guides recipients of BU CTSI services, resources,

or funding for projects or research through

the grant citation process. All recipients are required to cite our grant number in associated presentations and journal publications.