Thank you to those who joined the Office for Research & Innovation for the 2024 Duke Centennial Research & Innovation Week, celebrating the past, present, and future of research and innovation at Duke. Stay tuned for information about Research & Innovation Week 2025.
Race, Ethnicity, and Politics Panel
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Core Facilities Showcase
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Integrity in Scholarship: The Next 100 Years Panel
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Data Visualization Competition and Showcase
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Duke Research in 2124 Panel
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Monday, January 29
Depolarizing Political Toxicity on Social Media
9:00-10:00am
How does social media shape political polarization, and how does an interdisciplinary research team study it? We’ll discuss how we are translating our insights into tools people can use to hack political polarization from the bottom up.
Duke and NCCU
10:30-11:30am
Join Duke and North Carolina Central University (NCCU) leaders as we discuss our rich history of collaboration and partnership and set a course for the future of Duke and NCCU collaborations.
Teaching Your Research: A Workshop Featuring Bass Instructional Fellows
1:00-2:00pm
If you are considering a faculty position after your Ph.D., you would likely benefit from the opportunity to design and/or teach an undergraduate course related to your dissertation research. Join this conversation featuring current and past Bass Fellows who have served as Instructors of Record (IOR) for an interactive workshop. The session will open with brief talks from the IORs about their process of approaching the course they designed and/or taught, followed by roundtable breakout discussions with participants for the chance to workshop their own plans.
- Mason Barto, PhD Candidate in Classical Studies
- Amber Manning, PhD Candidate in English
- Sarah Petry, PhD Candidate in Public Policy Studies
- Cole Swanson, PhD Candidate in Music
Tuesday, January 30
Core Facilities Showcase
12:00-1:30pm
Duke provides a variety of shared resources for researchers to access equipment and services. Explore resource tables of the Core Facilities and Service Centers to see how they may be leveraged in supporting your research.
- Lunch will be provided!
AI - A Glimpse of the Future
2:30-3:30pm (Registration full)
Delve into the new world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) as a panel of experts discuss its ever-evolving landscape and illuminate present and future trends shaping AI research, education, and policy.
Race, Ethnicity, and Politics Research
4:00-5:00pm
Duke's Department of Political Science was among the first departments in the country to include race and ethnicity as a distinct subfield of study for Ph.D. students in political science. Race, Ethnicity, and Politics (REP) is now one of the most vigorous and fastest growing areas of study and research in political science. This panel will examine Duke’s pioneering role in the evolution and development of the REP subfield.
Wednesday, January 31
Research Town Hall - Integrity in Scholarship: The Next 100 Years
9:00-10:30am
In an age where information is more accessible than ever, the ethical and practical dimensions of conducting research are constantly evolving. "Emerging Challenges in Research Integrity: The Next 100 Years" is a gathering for Duke faculty, staff, students, alumni and community members who are passionate about upholding the highest standards of research ethics. Engage with Duke experts discussing real-life examples of ethical challenges.
Attending this event fulfills the RCR-200 requirement, but participants must attend for at least 60 minutes to receive credit.
Daubechies Lecture: Being a Woman in Science and Leadership
11:00-12:00pm with lunch reception to follow the lecture
Keynote lecturer, Dr. Nancy Andrews, will provide an historical and personal perspective on how women’s opportunities and challenges have evolved over the past half century, how women continue to face inequities today, and how we can work towards a better future.
Please see Daubechies Lectures for additional information about the lecture series.
Researcher Fundamentals Sessions
2:00-4:45pm in Trent Semans Great Hall AND Duke Medicial Pavilion 2W93
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2:00-2:45pm | Trent Semans Great Hall |
Explaining the Duke Dollar | Explore the intricacies of Facilities and Administrative (F&A) rates, decoding the financial framework of research projects, institutional support, and the role these rates play in fostering sustainable support for research and innovation. |
Nate Martinez-Wayman |
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2:00-2:45pm | Duke Medical Pavilion 2W93 | The Role of Universities in Federal Research Policy | Federal policy dictates many aspects of sponsored research, but what role do Universities have in shaping federal research policy? Join experts in the field to learn more about this important dialogue between Duke and policymakers. | |
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3:00-3:45pm | Duke Medical Pavilion 2W93 | Open Scholarship | A culture of open science and open scholarship is critical in ensuring transparency and accountability in research. Discover the processes and resources for engaging in open scholarship best practices in the realms of data, analytics, and publications. | |
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3:00-3:45pm | Trent Semans Great Hall | Best Practices for Engaging in Community-Based Research | Explore best practices and resources available to engage in equitable, authentic, and robust community-engaged research. | |
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4:00-4:45pm | Duke Medical Pavilion 2W93 | Navigating International Research Challenges | Research involving international activities or collaborations typically involves nuanced considerations or regulations. Join a panel of international research experts to learn how to navigate potential challenges, particularly in the data, administrative, and regulatory space. | |
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4:00-4:45pm | Trent Semans Great Hall | Non-Faculty Research Career Pathways | Interested in a career in research but not sure the faculty route is right for you? Explore potential non-faculty career opportunities and the fulfilling experiences of others. |
Thursday, February 1
Climate Solutions
10:30-11:30Am
The panel discussion will focus scientific, technological, and policy aspects of climate solution strategies.
Research Data Visualization Showcase
12:00-2:00pm
View submissions for the research data visualization competition focusing on the theme "Through Time." Data Visualization experts will judge entries in three career-stage categories and award First, Second, and Third place cash prizes in each category.
- Lunch will be provided!
Duke Research in 2124
2:00-3:30pm
What will invention, science and scholarship have created, discovered and solved 100 years from now? What vexing problems might not be solved? We convene a panel of young scholars and an audience who dare to dream and don’t mind making wild predictions.
Duke and the FDA
4:00-5:00pm
A panel of experts discuss the collaborative relationship between Duke and the FDA, exploring how it impacts regulatory policies, fosters innovation, and propels advancements in healthcare.
Friday, February 2
From Science to Society: How Discovery-Driven Research Makes an Impact
9:00-10:00am
A panel of current and former Duke faculty, staff, students share their stories of successful innovations and entrepreneurial opportunities that resulted from their research.
Advancements in RNA Medicine
10:30-11:30am
Explore the cutting-edge landscape of RNA medicine as this panel delves into the latest breakthroughs and a glimpse into the transformative potential of RNA in revolutionizing the future of healthcare.