Dr. Karen Andes, Director of the MPH Program, Associate Professor of Behavioral and Social Sciences at Brown University, joined us to explain the principles of community-based participatory research (CBPR), and […]
More: Community-Based Participatory Research for Public Health: Challenges, Opportunities, and ApproachesVeterans Affairs (VA) research does not demand the spotlight, but richly deserves it: from conducting the first trials of effective treatments of tuberculosis to pioneering the treatment of hypertension, the […]
More: Alliance Discussion with Rashi Romanoff and Liz Stout, NAVREF: Innovative Research at VA is Impacting Veterans and Civilians AlikeSuicide prevention researcher Dr. Philip Baiden, Associate Professor at the University of Texas at Arlington’s School of Social Work, joined us for an important alliance discussion on suicide prevention, moderated […]
More: Alliance Discussion with Dr. Phillip Baiden: Addressing Adverse Childhood Experiences in Youth Suicide PreventionConsidered one of the top global health threats facing humanity by the World Health Organization, antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is on the rise. In the United States alone, AMR is implicated […]
More: Alliance Discussion with Dr. Elaine Larson: An Update on the AMR Crisis and Solutions to Address ItResearch!America recently hosted a conversation about the importance and impact of advocacy with two extraordinary research champions, Dr. Joanne Pike, President and CEO of the Alzheimer’s Association, and Tony Gonzales, […]
More: Alliance Discussion with the Alzheimer’s Association: The Power of Advocacy in Addressing the Dementia Public Health CrisisDr. Céline Gounder, Senior Fellow and Editor-at-Large for Public Health, KFF Health News, and recipient of Research!America’s 2024 Meeting the Moment for Public Health Award joined us recently for an […]
More: Alliance Discussion with Dr. Céline Gounder: Meeting the Moment – Fostering Medical Progress and Tackling Large-Scale Health ThreatsWhere and when will the next infectious disease outbreak occur? How can we ensure that our public health system is prepared? Dr. Rita Colwell, a Distinguished University Professor at the […]
More: Alliance Discussion with Dr. Rita Colwell: How innovative strategies are preparing us for the next public health emergencyFrom the public sector to the private sector to philanthropy, the unique ecosystem of research and discovery in the United States has shepherded countless advances in science and medicine for […]
More: Alliance Discussion with Bob Conn, PhD: The History of Science Policy and Philanthropy’s Role in Research in the United StatesComplex and longstanding challenges are keeping our world out of balance, making us all more vulnerable to threats that could impact the future wellbeing of millions across the globe. We […]
More: Alliance Discussion with Dr. Howard Zucker: Ensuring a Healthier Future through CDC’s Global InitiativesIt has been just over one year since the launch of BD2: Breakthrough Discoveries for Thriving with Bipolar Disorder. BD2 is a philanthropically driven nonprofit initiative that seeks to develop […]
More: Alliance Discussion with Dr. Cara Altimus, Dr. Daniel Pham, and Dr. Emily Baxi: BD2 is Redefining the Research Ecosystem for Bipolar DisorderEpidemiologist and leading public health expert, Dr. E. Oscar Alleyne, Managing Director of the Public Health Division at MITRE, joined us for a special Public Health Thank You Day alliance […]
More: Alliance Discussion with Dr. E. Oscar Alleyne: Transforming Public Health through Data Modernization and People-Centered ApproachesNorman Augustine, a leader in the decades long effort to elevate the priority of science and technology in our nation, joined us recently for an alliance discussion. The Honorable Bart […]
More: Alliance Discussion with Norman R. Augustine: Insights into the R&D Advocacy Arena from Retired Chairman & CEO, Lockheed Martin Corp.A diverse and inclusive research environment that engages scientists and community members is key to good science that leads to better health outcomes for all. Gelise Thomas, Assistant Director of […]
More: Alliance Discussion with Gelise Thomas: Diversifying the Research Landscape through Research Equity, Accessibility, Diversity, and Inclusion InitiativesEdwin Oh, PhD, associate professor at the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), joined us for an alliance discussion to chat about the impact, potential, and limitations of
More: Alliance Discussion with Dr. Edwin Oh, New Public Health Horizons: The Evolving Science of Wastewater IntelligenceIn our recent alliance discussion about rural health disparities, we hear from two experts in the field, Dr. Heidi Olsen and Dr. Bri Sheppard. "Research is critical to understanding not just what rural health disparities
More: Alliance Discussion with Dr. Heidi Olsen and Dr. Bri Sheppard: Bridging the Gap—Understanding What Drives Rural Health DisparitiesErik Fatemi, principal at Cornerstone Government Affairs, joined us for an “appropriations 101”. As Congress’s deadline to pass and the President to sign a Fiscal Year 2024 funding bill looms, Fatemi reviews key terms, critical
More: Alliance Discussion with Erik Fatemi: Demystifying the Complex Appropriations LandscapeDr. Conitzer Professor of Computer Science at Carnegie Mellon University and Director of the Foundations of Cooperative AI Lab (FOCAL), shared his thoughts on the concerns that prompted the Future of Life Institute’s open letter
More: Alliance Discussion with Dr. Vincent Conitzer: The Call to Pause Training of Certain AI SystemsLorsch, PhD, director of the National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS) at NIH provided an update on the Institute’s role in bringing about more sustainable and inclusive career paths for early career researchers across
More: Alliance Discussion with Jon Lorsch: NIGMS’s Strategic Investment in Early Career Researchers that is Driving Biomedical ProgressDr. Bill Novelli and Mary Woolley discuss the art and science of effective R&D advocacy.
More: Alliance Discussion with Bill Novelli and Mary Woolley: The Art and Science of the R&D Advocacy LandscapeDr. Neil Vora discussed the link between human health and the health of the planet, specifically, the increasing threat of emerging infectious diseases able to “jump” or spillover from animals to humans and the role
More: Alliance Discussion with Neil Vora: Preventing Pathogen Spillover and Future PandemicsDr. Gary Gibbons, Director of the NIH National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, discusses sickle cell disease (SCD), efforts that prompted SCD progress in the U.S. and globally, and the latest advances in therapeutics, potential
More: Alliance Discussion with Gary Gibbons, MD: Hope in The Fight Against Sickle Cell DiseaseJohn Crowley, Chairman and CEO of Amicus Therapeutics, discussed his personal journey with rare disease research, developing novel treatments, centering patient advocacy, and overcoming innovation barriers.
More: Alliance Discussion with John Crowley: An Innovative, Patient-Centered Approach to Rare DiseasesRebecca Cunningham, MD discusses using research to address the devastating public health toll of firearm injury.
More: Putting Research into Action to Address Firearm InjuryMary Pittman, DrPH, President and CEO of PHI discusses how to identify and apply quality health data to create healthier communities.
More: Applying Quality Public Health Data for Healthier CommunitiesRecently, Dr. Margaret A. Hamburg, MD, recipient of the 2023 Outstanding Achievement in Public Health Award, joined us for an alliance discussion to share her views on public service, collaboration, […]
More: Alliance Discussion with Dr. Margaret Hamburg: Breaking Down Silos & Building BridgesDrs. Davis and Gullet discussed the power of patient advocacy and how engaging communities in the research process is linked to tackling health disparities.
More: Alliance Discussion with Dr. Pamela Davis: Vital Roles of the Community in Research and AdvocacyRobert Gebbia discussed current efforts in suicide prevention, the new 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, and the critical work of his group.
More: What Can We Do to Prevent Suicide?Stephen Morrison, PhD, discusses global health policy and R&D following the COVID-19 pandemic.
More: Alliance Discussion With Dr. Stephen Morrison: Global Health R&DIn an August 3, 2022, alliance discussion, Daniel Bausch, MD, MPH&TM, President, American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene, discussed the monkeypox outbreak and the U.S. response. Some of Dr. […]
More: Alliance Discussion with Dr. Daniel Bausch: An Update on the Monkeypox OutbreakIn a July 27, 2022, alliance discussion, Randall (Randy) Rutta, Chief Executive Officer of the National Health Council (NHC), discussed his work with NHC, the organization’s vision for patient centricity, the […]
More: Alliance Discussion with Randall Rutta: The National Health Council’s Vision for Patient CentricityIn a recent Alliance Member Discussion, Robert Valdez, Ph.D., Director of the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ), shared ways AHRQ looks at improving care and how to transform scientific discoveries into evidence-based clinical
More: Alliance Discussion with Dr. Robert Valdez: Transforming Discoveries into Evidence Based Clinical TherapiesIn a recent Alliance Discussion, Lauren Bloch, Director of Health Policy & Regulatory Affairs at Faegre Drinker, provided an update on legislation and action on the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health, the federal government’s
More: Alliance Discussion: Lauren Bloch – An Update on ARPA-H Legislation
