Annual College of Medicine Trainee Research Day

26th Annual Trainee Research Day — March 11, 2027

Research Day is an annual event held each spring that features posters from hundreds of trainees, a trainee speaker series, and a keynote address by a world-renowned researcher in biomedical science. Faculty members judge poster presentations, and travel awards are given to the highest-scoring trainees. This group includes trainees at all levels of programming, including graduate, undergraduate, medical and MD/PhD students, as well as postdoctoral fellows, researchers and clinical residents and fellows.

Research Day also presents an opportunity for colleagues and visitors to learn about the cutting-edge research occurring at Ohio State. Faculty judges review poster presentations and make the final selections for the awards. The day also features at least one scheduled presentation by a leader in biomedical sciences or related fields, who will speak about their work and the latest developments in that research area, as well as presentations by selected Ohio State College of Medicine trainees.

Keynote speaker

This year's keynote address will be given by Dr. Stephania Cormier, PhD. Dr. Cormier is a Wiener Chair Professor of Biological Sciences at Louisiana State University and a leading researcher in respiratory immunology and toxicology. Her work examines how early-life exposure to environmental factors, including air pollution, allergens, and respiratory viruses, can alter lung development and immune responses, increasing susceptibility to respiratory diseases later in life.

NEW for Research Day 2027

Research Day 2027 will feature several exciting changes designed to enhance the trainee experience, streamline participation, and foster connections across the physicianscientist community.

Virtual submission and initial judging process

Trainees will register for Research Day by submitting an abstract, a recorded virtual presentation, and an electronic poster slide. Submissions will undergo an initial round of virtual judging, with the top 50% of presenters invited to advance to the in-person Research Day. Selected trainees will present their posters and participate in a second round of judging on Research Day for the opportunity to compete for a travel award.

All events in one location

This year, all Research Day activities will take place in Hamilton Hall. Previously, events were spread across multiple buildings; consolidating activities in one location will make participation easier and provide a more convenient, streamlined experience for trainees, judges, and volunteers.

Community lunch and networking

Research Day will introduce a community lunch in the Hamilton Forum, bringing together trainees, volunteers, and judges to celebrate trainee accomplishments, connect with colleagues, and strengthen our physician-scientist community. The Keynote Address and awards ceremony will follow the lunch in the Forum.