Breaking the Boundaries Symposium - Summer 2025 - Center for Clinical and Translational Science

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A Symposium to Drive Innovation, Expand Partnerships, and Advance Health in the Deep South

“Breaking the Boundaries: Reimagining Health Research and Clinical Practice for a Healthier Tomorrow”

Coming June 9-10, 2025 to New Orleans, LA
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Join a groundbreaking symposium uniting Academy, Community, Government, and Industry to explore new ways of innovating clinical care, transforming research processes, and advancing health. Through interactive panels, networking, and real-world success stories, we will identify actionable steps to transform health outcomes in Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, and beyond. This event is sponsored by the Center for Clinical and Translational Science, the Forge AHEAD Center, Tulane University, the UAB Heersink School of Medicine Health Equity Research Focus Area, the O'Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center, and the UAB Minority Health & Health Equity Research Center.

Why Attend?

Shape the Future: Help define new priorities, policies, and innovative strategies that address health issues.
Collaborate Across Sectors: Connect with collaborators from multiple fields who share a passion for improving community health.
Build Meaningful Partnerships: Discover opportunities for joint research projects, funded initiatives, and community-led interventions.
Elevate Your Voice: Contribute your insights and experiences to a collective roadmap that can guide national conversation and practice.

Who Should Attend?

Community and faith-based organizations
Academic researchers and trainees
Healthcare providers and clinical teams
Public health officials and policymakers
Industry leaders and investors
Nonprofits, advocacy groups, and philanthropic organizations

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