Welcome to the exciting lineup of the McDonnell International Scholars Academy’s Global Research Symposium!
October 5 – 7, 2023
Over the course of this engaging event, we have crafted a diverse and thought-provoking schedule that showcases the latest advancements, groundbreaking research, and innovative ideas across a range of disciplines. From captivating plenary sessions featuring renowned experts and interactive workshops led by esteemed faculty, to the exhilarating Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition, the symposium offers a dynamic platform for knowledge exchange, collaboration, and showcasing students’ exceptional research talent.
Join our panelists as we come together to delve into pressing global issues, tackle complex challenges, and foster interdisciplinary dialogue. Together, we will explore new perspectives and envision a future filled with possibilities.
Symposium Schedule
To get a comprehensive overview of the symposium’s schedule, take a moment to review the details below and explore highlighted links for more information on specific sessions and events.
Please be aware that the final schedule may vary, and changes are expected. Kindly ensure you regularly visit this webpage for schedule updates.
| THU | OCT 5 | Schedule | Danforth Campus, WashU 1 Brookings Drive, 63130 |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00pm | Early Registration, Lunch & Hospitality Opens (for visiting guests) | R Club, Chase Park Plaza Hotel 212 N. Kingshighway, St. Louis 63108 |
| 3:30pm | Doors Open | Clark-Fox Forum, Hillman Hall |
| 4:00 – 4:20pm | Welcome Remarks Laura Benoist, Director, McDonnell International Scholars Academy, Washington University in St. Louis Professor Daniel Giammar, Walter E. Browne Professor of Environmental Engineering, McKelvey School of Engineering & Director, Center for the Environment Washington University in St. Louis Introduction of Keynote Professor Philip Payne, Janet and Bernard Becker Professor, School of Medicine, & Director, Institute for Informatics, Data Science and Biostatistics (I2DB), Washington University in St. Louis | Clark-Fox Forum, Hillman Hall |
| 4:20 – 4:50pm | Opening Keynote Address Vice Admiral Frank Whitworth Director, National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency | Clark-Fox Forum, Hillman Hall |
| 4:50 – 5:00pm | Closing Remarks Laura Benoist | Clark-Fox Forum, Hillman Hall |
| 5:30 – 8:00pm | Welcome Reception | Zodiac Room, Chase Park Plaza Hotel 212 N. Kingshighway, St. Louis 63108 |
| FRI | OCT 6 | Schedule | Danforth Campus |
|---|---|---|
| 7:00am | Registration & Continental Breakfast | Clark-Fox Forum, Hillman Hall Balcony & Caleres Lounge |
| 7:50 – 8:00am | Welcome Remarks & Introduction of Sessions Laura Benoist, Director, McDonnell International Scholars Academy | Clark-Fox Forum, Hillman Hall |
| 8:00 – 10:30am | Plenary Session I: The Environment | Clark-Fox Forum, Hillman Hall |
| 10:30 – 11:00am | Break | Clark-Fox Forum, Hillman Hall Balcony & Caleres Lounge |
| 11:00 – 12:15pm | 3MT Competition Introduction by Professor Vijay Ramani, Vice Provost for Graduate Education & International Affairs Moderated by Laura Benoist | Clark-Fox Forum, Hillman Hall |
| 12:15 – 1:30pm | Lunch | Holmes Lounge |
| 12:15 – 12:45pm (1) 12:45 – 1:15pm (2) | Kemper Museum Guided Tours (Two tours offered during lunch) | Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum |
| 1:30 – 4:00pm | Plenary Session II: Social Innovation | Clark-Fox Forum, Hillman Hall |
| 4:00 – 4:05pm | Closing Remarks Laura Benoist | Clark-Fox Forum, Hillman Hall |
| SAT | OCT 7 | Schedule | WashU School of Medicine Eric P. Newman Education Center (EPNEC) 320 S. Euclid, St. Louis 63110 |
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| 7:00am | Registration & Continental Breakfast | Foyer |
| 7:50 – 8:00am | Welcome Remarks & Session Introductions Laura Benoist, Director, McDonnell International Scholars Academy | Auditorium |
| 8:00 – 10:30am | Plenary Session III: Global Health Challenges | Auditorium |
| 10:30 – 11:00am | Break | Foyer |
| 11:00 – 12:40pm | Plenary Session IV: Digital Transformation | Auditorium |
| 12:40-12:45pm | Closing Remarks Laura Benoist | Auditorium |
| 12:45 – 2:00pm | Lunch | Greatrooms A&B & Foyer |
| 2:00 – 4:00pm | Workshops The Environment Global Health Challenges Digital Transformation | 3rd Floor Classrooms |
| 7:00 – 9:30pm | Farewell Gala Reception Welcome Remarks Laura Benoist Announcement of Photo Contest Winners & Winner 3MT Presentations Professor Mark S. Wrighton, James and Mary Wertsch Distinguished University Professor & Chancellor Emeritus | St. Louis Gateway Arch |
Introducing our panelists, WashU leaders & distinguished guests
Our accomplished group of panelists, esteemed leaders from Washington University in St. Louis and distinguished guests bring a wealth of knowledge, experience, and expertise in their respective fields. These exceptional individuals will contribute their insights, engage in meaningful discussions, and inspire us with their valuable perspectives while fostering an environment of intellectual exchange and collaboration.
Penina Acayo
Assistant Professor, Communication Design, Sam Fox School of Design & Visual Arts, Washington University in St. Louis
Evelyn Yayra Bonney
Virologist, Senior Research Fellow, Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research, University of Ghana
Ray Boshara
Legislative Fellow with the Office of U.S. Senator Bob Casey and a Senior Advisor, Social Policy Institute
Randi Foraker
Professor of Medicine; Director, Center for Population Health Informatics, School of Medicine, Washington University in St. Louis
Guy Genin
Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering & Materials Science, McKelvey School of Engineering, Washington University in St. Louis
Daniel Giammar
Ambassador to Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Walter E. Browne Professor of Environmental Engineering, McKelvey School of Engineering, Washington University in St. Louis
Michal Grinstein-Weiss
Ambassador to Reichman University
Director, Social Policy Institute, Shanti K. Khinduka Distinguished Professor, and Associate Dean for Policy Initiatives, Brown School, Washington University in St. Louis
Mark Huffman
Co-Director, Global Health Center and Professor of Medicine, Cardiovascular Division, School of Medicine, Washington University in St. Louis
George Kyei
Associate Professor of Medicine, Associate Professor of Molecular Microbiology, School of Medicine, Washington University in St. Louis
Jr-Shin Li
Ambassador to National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University
Newton R. and Sarah Louisa Glasgow Wilson Professor of Engineering, McKelvey School of Engineering, Washington University in St. Louis
Jorge Llibre-Guerra
Assistant Professor of Neurology, School of Medicine, Washington University in St. Louis
Jonathan Losos
Ambassador to The University of Melbourne
Professor of Biology, Department of Biology, Arts & Sciences, Washington University in St. Louis
Randall Martin
Raymond R. Tucker Distinguished Professor, Energy, Environmental & Chemical Engineering, McKelvey School of Engineering, Washington University in St. Louis
Iván Tomás Palacios León
Professor, College of Health Sciences, School of Medicine, Universidad San Francisco de Quito
Shanti Parikh
Chair of African and African-American Studies Professor of Sociocultural Anthropology and of African and African-American Studies
Guillermo Rosas
Ambassador to Tecnologico de Monterrey
Associate Professor, Department of Political Science, Arts & Sciences, Washington University in St. Louis
Lindsay Stark
Professor and Associate Dean for Global Strategy and Programs, Brown School, Washington University in St. Louis
Jay Turner
Head of the Division of Engineering Education; Vice Dean for Education, James McKelvey Professor of Engineering Education, Washington University in St. Louis
Sebastián Vallejo Vera
Assistant Professor in the Department of Political Science at the University of Western Ontario
William Yeoh
Associate Professor, Computer Science & Engineering, McKelvey School of Engineering, Washington University in St. Louis
Hongxi Yin
InCEES Associate Professor, Sam Fox School of Design & Visual Arts, Washington University in St. Louis
Li Zou
International Director at the Center for Social Development and Co-Director of the Next Age Institute at Washington University in St. Louis