Feb. 11: ‘Overcoming Common Research Challenges as an Early-Stage Investigator’ Panel Discussion
January 12, 2026
Wednesday, Feb. 11
10-11 a.m.
In-person only: Health Sciences Research Facility III, Room 1010
Join us for a panel discussion on strategies for overcoming common challenges faced by researchers early in their career.
During this session, a panel of established research faculty will address common challenges faced by early-stage and independent researchers, including unfunded grant applications, difficulty generating preliminary data, and building a strong research team. They will also discuss strategies for managing team dynamics, balancing competing responsibilities, and making the most of limited resources.
Panelists:
Lynda Coughlan, PhD
Associate Professor
Department of Microbiology and Immunology
Center for Vaccine Development and Global Health
University of Maryland School of Medicine
Kelly E. Dunn, PhD, MBA
Director, Kahlert Institute for Addiction Medicine
Professor of Psychiatry and Neurobiology
University of Maryland School of Medicine
J. Marc Simard, MD, PhD
Dr. Bizhan Aarabi Professor of Neurotrauma
Professor of Neurosurgery, Pathology, and Physiology
University of Maryland School of Medicine
Register online.