Research Events

Empowering Biomedical Researchers: Shaping Science Policy Through Advocacy & Public Engagement

1:00 PM - 2:00 PMPavilion III

GCC Research in Progress featuring Dr. David Hess: "RBCs-the Forgotten cells in Stroke and Vascular Dementia"

Please join us for this presentation in our Georgia Cancer Center Research in Progress Series. The presentation will be held in-person in the Knox Community Room, CN1209. Feel free to share this opportunity with your colleagues.

9:15 AM - 10:15 AMCancer Research Center

VBC Research Seminar Series

VBC research seminar will take place in the Hamilton building at 12:00 p.m. each Wednesday unless noted otherwise. Our seminar schedule can be found at https://www.augusta.edu/centers/vbc/seminars.php

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Anthropology Day: Yamasee Foodways: Intersection of Food & Culture in an Entangled Colonial Setting

Celebration of Anthropology with a talk from Archaeologist Walter Clifford IV,Survey Director, Savannah River Archaeological Research Program This investigation follows the Yamasee through their interactions with European colonials and investigates the way they modified their food practices.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PMReese Library

Graduate Research Day: Postdoctoral Fellows Oral Presentations

This event showcases the innovative research of Augusta University’s postdoctoral fellows, highlighting their expertise and significant scientific contributions. Join us to celebrate their work and explore the impact of their discoveries. CB 1801

1:30 PM - 4:30 PMSanders R & E Building

VBC Journal Club

VBC Journal club presentation and discussion of recent journal articles in the field of cardiovascular biology takes place each Friday at 9:00 a.m. in CB-3801 of the Sanders Research & Education bldg. unless noted otherwise on our schedule https://www.augusta.edu/centers/vbc/journal-club.php.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Graduate Research Day

10:30 AM - 2:30 PM

Unfair Treatment and the Body: Insights from Psychophysiology

The Georgia Prevention Institute will host a Distinguished Research Seminar on March 30, 2026, featuring Dr. Julian F. Thayer discussing psychophysiological responses to unfair treatment.

1:00 PM - 2:00 PMAnnex I

IRB WIW | Social Behavioral Research Essentials: Design, Ethics, IRB Prep & Qualitative Analysis

Led by the Center for Social Science Research and the Qualitative Research Lab (Pamplin College), this session covers applied SBER study design and ethics—from protocol and survey development to implementation, interviews, qualitative methods, participant protections, and preparation for IRB review.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Graduate Research Day Awards Luncheon

Join The Graduate School as we present awards from the 2026 Graduate Research Day, honoring excellence in graduate and postdoctoral research.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PMDouglas Barnard Amphitheater

Undergraduate Research & Fine Arts Conference

The URFA Conference will have AU undergraduates presenting their research and scholarship all day throughout the JSAC. Stop by the Ballroom to sign in and pick up a schedule, go show support for AU JagURs!

10:00 AM - 7:00 PMRoscoe Williams Ballroom

Annual Southeastern Dental Research Symposium

The Southeastern Dental Research Symposium (SeDR) on Friday, April 17, 2026 on the campus of Augusta University, promotes the presentation of scientific research, innovative clinical care, analysis of evidence-based knowledge, and consideration of pedagogy related to effectiveness of teaching.

12:00 PM - 4:00 PMHarrison Education Commons Building

CURS Skill Lab: Resumes & Personal Statements

Please join CURS via teams for a workshop on including Undergraduate research experiences on a Resume/CV and how to incorporate Research in your personal statement!

2:00 PM - 3:00 PMVirtual

Alumni Weekend 2026 - Simulation Lab Tour

The SPEAR (Simulated Patients for Education, Assessment, & Research) Center is the primary healthcare simulation resource for the healthcare training programs of Augusta University. Join us for a tour to learn, interact, and connect with faculty and students in our simulation center.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AMHarrison Education Commons Building

NIH Grant Writing Workshop: Responding to Reviewer Comments

Resubmissions: Responding to Reviewer Comments Thursday, April 30, noon – 1 pm Online – Microsoft Teams

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Dental Research Society Journal Club Meeting

Dental Research Society - Journal Club Meeting (GB1120, 12-12:45pm)

12:00 PM - 12:45 PM

Postdoctoral Fellows Recognition Ceremony

This event celebrates the achievements, dedication, and impact of Augusta University’s postdoctoral scholars. Join us as we honor their research accomplishments, professional growth, and invaluable contributions to our academic community.

4:00 PM - 6:00 PMLansing B. Lee Sr. Auditoria Center