Virtual Global Health Annual Symposia: Innovating for a Healthy World
When: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. CST on Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Who: Join us for an exciting event in partnership with Rice 360, where global health enthusiasts from around the world come together. This gathering will highlight the groundbreaking efforts of global leaders in research, education, and clinical care. Seize this chance to be part of a transformative journey and contribute to global health advancements. Register now and help us drive positive change!
Where: Virtual
Registration is free and open to the public.
2024 Symposium
In April 2024, Global Programs launched the inaugural Global Health Symposium: Connecting Communities Through Innovation. This event highlighted our mission to make meaningful contributions through innovation, research, education, and clinical care. It showcased the impactful work of our faculty, students, and leaders, and culminated in Best Poster Awards and Best Photography Awards.
The symposium was held in collaboration with the BCM Global Health Interest Group and featured esteemed speakers such as Maria Oden, Ph.D., M.S., B.S.E., Maddy Kulkarni, M.B.A., and Umair A. Shah, M.D., M.P.H.
2024 Best Poster Awards
Biotechnologies and Innovation
A Continuous Respiratory Rate Monitor Intended for Low-resource Settings: A Device Validation Study
Authors: Dr. Amee Amin, Joshua Coyle, Dr. Maria Oden, Dr. Monika Patil and Dr. Rebecca Richards-Kortum
Education and Training
Mental Health Service Need and Utilization in an Afghan Refugee Community
Authors: Angelica Garcia Keeme-Sayre, Dr. Ila Gautham, Karissa A. Chesky, Laiba Asif and Dr. Sophia Banu
2024 Best Photography Awards
