Distinguished Lecturer Series | UC Davis MIND Institute

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

2025-2026 Distinguished Lecturer Series
  • Oct 8, 2025 3-6:30 p.m.

    Distinguished Lecturer Series Symposium
    Transition to Adulthood in Neurodevelopmental Conditions: Employment and Education

    Featuring:

    Laura Grofer-Klinger, Ph.D.
    University of North Carolina

    Patrick Dwyer, Ph.D.
    La Trobe University, Australia

    Joined by our own panel of experts: Marjorie Solomon, Ph.D., Gayatri Mahajan, M.D., Beth Foraker and Steve Ruder

  • Andrea Chronis-Tuscano, Ph.D.

    Jan. 14, 2026 4:30-6 p.m.

    Andrea Chronis-Tuscano, Ph.D.
    University of Maryland

  • Sandy Magaña, Ph.D., MSW

    Feb. 11, 2026 4:30-6 p.m.

    Sandy Magaña, Ph.D., MSW
    University of Texas at Austin

  • Damien Fair, Ph.D.

    April 6, 2026 4:30-6 p.m.

    Damien Fair, Ph.D.
    University of Minnesota

  • Kelsey Martin, M.D., Ph.D.

    May 13, 2026 4:30-6 p.m.

    Kelsey Martin, M.D., Ph.D.
    Simons Foundation