As part of the APPA Annual Meeting, we hold a half-day pre-conference workshop for students, postdoctoral fellows, and other trainees.
Participating faculty members briefly present on the training program(s) at their institution, followed by a 15-minute presentation given by one of their trainees about their work. NIH staff also present on current institute scientific priorities and issues in obtaining funding, especially at early career stages. The workshop also includes time for informal interaction to help attendees to strengthen their professional network. The connections made at past workshops have helped junior scientists secure faculty positions or fellowships and have inspired new research collaborations.
