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2019 Distinguished Research Trainees

Congratulations to the 2019 CHOP Distinguished Research Trainees:

David Hill, MD, PhD
Sarah Sheppard, MD, PhD
Diana Cousminer, PhD
Jeremy Grevet, MD/PhD Candidate

These exceptional CHOP researchers were nominated by their mentors to receive this prestigious award, which will be presented to them at the CHOP Research Poster Day reception and awards ceremony on Tuesday, May 21, 2019.

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Details: Category: Professional Skill Development; Created: 06 April 2017

There are a number of local options for foreign national researchers in need of ESL training in the Philadelphia area.

Details: Category: Funding; Created: 16 November 2016

On November 16, 2016, David Taylor, PhD, Assistant Director, Office of Postdoctoral Affairs, discussed best practices to identify appropriate NIH grant funding opportunities for research trainees.

Details: Category: Funding; Created: 06 July 2016

Applying for an NIH Loan Repayment Program (LRP) Award? There are three important updates that you should know before you submit your application!

Details: Category: Professional Skill Development; Created: 28 June 2016

Penn offers English Language Programs to members of the Penn and Philadelphia communities, which aim to successfully develop competence and fluency in English.

Details: Category: Career Support Center; Created: 20 June 2016

On Thursday, June 16, David Taylor, PhD, Assistant Director in the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs, presented at the CHOP Postdoc Seminar Series. Dr. Taylor presented on postdoctoral mentorship plans, specifically ways postdocs can identify secondary mentors.

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August Check-In Session: Core Fundamentals of Postdoc Success

Date: Thursday August 20, 2020

Time: 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Virtual event via BlueJeans

Registration is by invitation only. Please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.with questions.

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POSTPONED: Emerging Innovators in Collaborative Research - Speakers Announced!

All Sessions Postponed and will be rescheduled at a future date.

Emerging Innovators in Collaborative Research – Celebrate Colleagues, Build Community!

Speakers Announced – April 17^th, May 8^th, May 12^th, and June 3^rd!

Join us as we celebrate the next generation of research pioneers in the Emerging Innovators in Collaborative Research seminar series, beginning in April 2020.

POSTPONED: The CHOP Research Institute Poster Day and Scientific Symposium Celebrations

Due to the continuously evolving COVID-19 situation, CHOP Research Poster Day and Scientific Symposium, originally scheduled for May 20 and 21, 2020, will be postponed until spring 2021.

Abstract submission will re-open next year prior to the event. Those who have already submitted an abstract will need to resubmit for consideration.

Please expect a save-the-date announcement for this two-day celebration of research at CHOP in the coming months. As always, participants can expect opportunities to interact and engage with colleagues at both CHOP and the University of Pennsylvania. Scientific presentations, a reception and poster awards ceremony will be supplemented with additional time to network and celebrate another year of research and innovation.

Please contact the Office of Academic Training and Outreach Programs at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with any questions.

2019 Distinguished Research Trainees

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English as a Second Language (ESL) Courses/Programs in the Philadelphia Area

Presentation Posted: Identifying NIH Grant Funding for Research Trainees

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English Language Programs Offered by Penn

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August Check-In Session: Core Fundamentals of Postdoc Success

POSTPONED: Emerging Innovators in Collaborative Research - Speakers Announced!

POSTPONED: The CHOP Research Institute Poster Day and Scientific Symposium Celebrations