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Distinguished Lecturer Series

The UC Davis MIND Institute's Distinguished Lecturer Series is celebrating its 22nd season of offering public lectures by renowned researchers in the field of neurodevelopmental disabilities. These lectures, held monthly, feature speakers who are recognized both nationally and internationally. The series is designed for both specialists in the field and members of the community who are interested in learning more about neurodevelopmental disabilities.

For more information about the Distinguished Lecturer Series, contact Gayna Guidici at glguidici@ucdavis.edu

2024-2025 Distinguished Lecturer Series
  • Ben Handen, Ph.D.

    Feb. 12, 2025, 4:30-6 p.m.

    Ben Handen, Ph.D.
    University of Pittsburgh
    The Search for Biomarkers of Alzheimer's Disease in Down Syndrome

  • Elizabeth Berry-Kravis, M.D., Ph.D.

    Mar. 12, 2025 4:30-6 p.m.

    Elizabeth Berry-Kravis, M.D., Ph.D.
    Rush University
    Translation of Disease - Targeted Treatments in Neurodevelopmental Conditions: Efforts to Cross the Chasm

  • Matthew Lerner, Ph.D.

    April 9, 2025 4:30-6 p.m.

    Matthew Lerner, Ph.D.
    Drexel University
    Rethinking Social Outcomes Across the Spectrum

  • Kelsey Martin, M.D., Ph.D.

    May 14, 2025 4:30-6 p.m.

    Kelsey Martin, M.D., Ph.D.
    Simons Foundation
    The Evolving Landscape of Autism Research