“Why We Need Experimental Rigor and Transparent Reporting”

This lecture and discussion is hosted by the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs and the Division of Biology & Biomedical Sciences (DBBS).

Dr. Devon C. Crawford (alum, Neuroscience Program) is a Health Program Specialist at the NIH National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, where she primarily performs public education, portfolio analysis, and science program and policy activities. Her focus is on improving experimental rigor and transparency within the biomedical research community as well as supporting efforts within the trans-NIH and trans-agency Brain Research through Advancing Innovative Neurotechnologies (BRAIN) Initiative. She also strives to promote mentoring, diversity, and career development for trainees. She received her Ph.D. in Neuroscience (lab of Steve Mennerick) from Washington University in St. Louis, conducted postdoctoral training at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, and was active in career development and public outreach efforts throughout her scientific training in synaptic physiology and neurobiology.

No registration is required to attend the lecture.

Graduate and Post Doctoral Students can join Dr. Crawford for lunch following the lecture. Limited seats are available. For more information and to RSVP, visit this luncheon registration page.