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The Distinguished Biomedical Scholars Lecture Series features top-tier scientists and physicians performing high-impact research in a variety of areas.
The seminars will be of broad interest and are open to all University of Iowa faculty, staff, students and the public. UI Carver College of Medicine departments, institutes, centers, and programs may nominate speakers here under CCOM Distinguished Biomedical Scholar Lecture Nominations. Questions should be directed to Erin Brothers or Amber Jackson-Elwer at com-research@uiowa.edu. Lectures are held in-person.
2026 / 2027 Schedule
Kay M. Tye, PhD
Professor
Systems Neurobiology Laboratory
Howard Hughes Medical Institute Investigator
Wylie Vale Chiar
Salk Institute for Biological StudiesCo-Sponsor: Department of Neuroscience and Pharmacology
Host: Rory A. Fisher, PhD
Thursday, September 17, 2026
4:00 - 5:00 pm, Prem Sahai Auditorium 1110 MERF
Add To Calendar | See in Events CalendarRichard D. DiMarchi, PhD
Distinguished Professor
Department of Chemistry
Linda & Jack Gill Chair in Biomolecular Science
Indiana University BloomingtonCo-Sponsor: Fraternal Order of Eagles Diabetes Research Center
Host: Kamal Rahmouni, PhD
Thursday, May 6, 2027
4:00 - 5:00 pm, Prem Sahai Auditorium 1110 MERF
Lectures are usually held every third Thursday in the months of September, October, November, February, March, April, and May from 4-5 p.m. These dates can be flexible upon request.
Next Lecture
Kay M. Tye, PhD
Professor
Systems Neurobiology Laboratory
Howard Hughes Medical Institute Investigator
Wylie Vale Chiar
Salk Institute for Biological Studies
Co-Sponsor: Department of Neuroscience and Pharmacology
Host: Rory A. Fisher, PhD
Thursday, September 17, 2026
4:00 - 5:00 pm, Prem Sahai Auditorium 1110 MERF
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