An event series for investigators, researchers, and learners
The next installment of SMPH Collaborate will be held on Friday, Jan. 31 from 3-5 p.m. in Health Sciences Learning Center Room 1335.
All individuals from across campus involved in research — including undergraduates, graduate students, postdocs, research staff, and faculty — are welcome at SMPH Collaborate, an event series from the SMPH Office of Basic Research, Biotechnology and Graduate Studies.
SMPH Collaborate fosters connections among investigators, researchers and learners through the sharing of research discoveries and building of community. Events, typically held twice a year, include two components. In the Jan. 31 installment, the first hour will feature the chief innovation officer from UW Health and three researchers presenting novel research and innovative technologies. A social hour offers time for discussion to promote collaboration across the SMPH community.
This installment will feature the Isthmus Project, the health care innovation hub for our academic health system. Dedicated to empowering our faculty and staff, they provide personalized support and expertise to help transform groundbreaking ideas into real-world solutions through commercialization. This is an opportunity to learn more about their tailored guidance, the funding process, and to hear directly from our faculty about the journey toward achieving meaningful impact.
Speakers
Elizabeth Hagerman, PhD
Chief Innovation Officer, UW Health
Guelay Bilen-Rosas, MD
Associate Professor, Department of Anesthesiology
Bermans (Benny) Iskandar, MD
Professor, Department of Neurological Surgery
Nicholas (Nick) Von Bergen, MD
Professor, Department of Pediatrics
Event details
Event program
- 3 p.m. — Event begins with welcome, followed by presentations
- 4 p.m. — Social time with food and drink begins
- 5 p.m. — All are welcome to stay longer to continue discussions
Mark your calendar for future SMPH Collaborate events
- Fall 2025: Oct. 24
Nominate an SMPH Collaborate presenter
Submit the name of a graduate student, postdoc, research staff, junior faculty, or senior faculty engaged in novel research and innovative technologies using the form below.
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Speaker nomination form
SMPH Collaborate Presenter Suggestion Form
Questions about this event? Contact SMPH Signature Events at smphevents@med.wisc.edu.
Accessibility statement:
The University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health is committed to accessibility. If you need an accommodation to attend or participate in this event, please contact the SMPH signature events team at smphevents@med.wisc.edu. We ask that accommodation requests be made no less than two weeks before an event. We will make a thorough attempt to fulfill requests made after this date but cannot guarantee they will be met.
COVID-19 health guidelines
UW–Madison continues to monitor and follow the latest public health guidance regarding COVID-19. To help ensure a safe event for all, we expect attendees to follow the campus guidelines below. Thank you for your cooperation.
- Masks are optional, but individuals may choose to wear a mask and are encouraged to do so if they prefer. In the School of Medicine and Public Health, we respect individuals’ personal choices about their health.
- Vaccination and pre-event testing are encouraged but not required to attend.
- Please stay home if you are feeling ill, develop symptoms, or have tested positive and are within the recommended isolation period.
For more information, see the campus COVID-19 Response.