The Chen Scholars Program supports exceptional physician scientists who are pioneering new frontiers at the intersection of medicine, neuroscience, and AI. By providing flexible resources, collaborative opportunities, and a rigorous selection process, the program empowers Scholars to pursue high-impact clinical research that advances medical research and improves patient care. Each year, the Chen Scholars Retreat brings the community together in person to exchange ideas, build lasting connections, and explore new professional opportunities. It's a space designed to feel special and personal to our Scholars.
Each year, the Chen Scholars Retreat brings the community together in person to exchange ideas, build lasting connections, and explore new professional opportunities. It's a space designed to feel special and personal to our Scholars.
Agenda
8:00 – 9:00
Registration & Breakfast
9:00 – 9:10
Welcome Remarks
Chen Institute: Yan Li
Mayo Clinic: Nathan P. Staff
9:10 – 10:10
Session 1 (Chair: Nathan P. Staff)
Shruti Gupta
Nicole Jiam
Jessica Wilson
Alice Lam
10:10 – 10:30
Morning Break
10:30 – 11:30
Session 2 (Chair: Meghan Shan)
Sergio Arroyo
Farwa Ali
Eric Grewal
Khaled Moussawi
11:30 – 12:30
Mayowood Mansion Tour
2:00 – 2:20
Apodex Demo (Chair: Yan Li)
2:20 – 3:35
Session 3 (Chair: Kai J. Miller)
Shanu Roemer
Hugo Botha
Gregory Worrell
Jon Kleen
Margherita Milone
3:35 – 3:55
Afternoon Break
3:55 – 4:20
Lightning Talks (Chair: Vikram Rao)
Mayo Clinic
Collin Costello
Tim Poterucha
Nathan Staff
Nick Gregg
Kai Miller
4:40 – 5:00
Lightning Talks (Chair: Merit E. Cudkowicz)
MGB + UCSF
Jacqueline Clauss
Long Nguyen
Marc Wein
Rima Arnaout
5:00 – 5:25
Closing Remarks
Chen Institute: Chrissy Luo
Mayo Clinic: Sean J. Pittock, M.D.
6:00 – 6:15
Depart from Mayowood
6:15 – 6:45
Guest Arrive + Reception
6:45 – 7:00
Invite Guests to be Seated for Dinner
7:00 – 7:10
Welcome/Thank you to Attendees
7:10 – 8:45
Dinner Start Time
8:45 – 9:30
Tour After Dinner (optional)
