Our research center, in collaboration with the Department of Bioengineering, successfully hosted a focused mini-forum titled Bench to Patients: Translational Paths in Biomedicine. The event brought together faculty and students for an engaging afternoon of scientific exchange, highlighting innovative research at the intersection of basic science and clinical application.

The forum featured two distinguished speakers from Brown University:

- Dr. Justin Fallon
Professor of Psychiatry and Human Behavior

Talk: Harnessing Stem Cells to Treat Neurodegenerative and Muscle Diseases
Dr. Fallon presented his work on regenerative medicine and the therapeutic potential of stem cell-based approaches for treating complex neurological and muscular disorders.

- Dr. Tara L. White
Assistant Professor of Behavioral and Social Sciences

Talk: Human Affective Science: Methods, Mechanisms, and Between-Person Variability
Dr. White discussed her research in human affective science, emphasizing methodological advances and individual variability in emotional and behavioral responses.

Following each presentation, open discussions and Q&A sessions fostered a lively and collegial exchange of ideas. Topics ranged from translational research challenges to the broader implications of interdisciplinary collaboration in advancing biomedical innovation.