Urology Grand Rounds

Call for Applications The Young Innovative Investigator Program (YIIP) is a 2-year program of The Cato T. Laurencin Institute for Regenerative Engineering which aims to develop the next generation of innovative scientists by providing academic training to individuals dedicated to pursuing careers as scientists and scholars in biological and biomedical science. The program is specifically focused on recruiting underrepresented students to contribute towards developing a sustainable pipeline to increase diversity among the pool of academic scientists. YIIP provides tools for scholars to conduct research, succeed in an academic environment, and become competitive candidates for medical school and/or graduate school. YIIP Scholars will acquire the expertise necessary to obtain a Ph.D., M.D./Ph.D., or M.D. Overview: YIIP is an intensive research program for college graduates comprised of graduate level coursework and mentored research in biomedical laboratories at the University of Connecticut (Farmington and Storrs campuses). It provides individualized mentorship, academic support, and career guidance. YIIP Scholars earn a stipend and qualify for health insurance coverage. In addition, some tuition expenses and fees associated with required graduate level courses are waived. Upon successful completion of year one, scholars obtain a Graduate Certificate of Research Experience in Biomedical Science. In year two, Scholars who meet the academic qualifications pursue a Master of Science in Biomedical Science involving innovative mentored research. Eligibility: The selection committee is committed to the principle of IDEAL, which stands for Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Anti-racism, and Learning, as a plan to achieve justice and equity. A priority for the program is increasing (1) individuals traditionally underrepresented and marginalized in the biomedical sciences and (2) first-generation students. For more information about IDEAL please visit: https://www.aiche.org/equity-diversity-inclusion/statement. All applicants must: • Have completed a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum of an overall 3.0 GPA. • Demonstrate high motivation and potential to become a basic scientist with a goal of attaining a Ph.D., M.D./Ph.D., or M.D. • Meet all eligibility criteria and have a high probability of fulfilling the social and educational goals of this program. • Be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States. For more information, please visit our website: https://health.uconn.edu/regenerative-engineering-institute/young-innovative-investigator-program/ or contact: Jolene Monahan Wilding Program Manager monahanwilding@uchc.edu or Gualberto Ruaño, M.D., Ph.D. Assistant Director, Special Projects ruano@uchc.edu Due to the competitiveness of the program, YIIP has a shorter application timeline, than the dates indicated by The Graduate School for Fall 2025 enrollment. Apply at the Graduate School's Website by Sunday March 30th, 2025. In addition to the standard graduate school requirements, please submit a copy of your Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV), a Personal Statement of Interest and Professional Goals, a Narrative on Research Experience, a Statement describing how your past, present, and future achievement will serve to advance the program's commitment to the principle of IDEAL, and two letters of recommendation. For more information about IDEAL please visit: https://www.aiche.org/equity-diversity-inclusion/statement. As we are committed to promoting a diverse graduate community, the Graduate School has agreed to waive the $75 non-refundable application fee for prospective YIIP students. Once you begin your online application, you must email the YIIP Program Manager stating that you are applying to the program to initiate the waiver. You will be notified when the waiver has been granted and how to proceed with your application submittal.

Young Innovative Investigator Program (YIIP) Call for Applications The Young Innovative Investigator Program (YIIP) is a two-year program of The Cato T. Laurencin Institute for Regenerative Engineering which aims to develop the next generation of innovative scientists by providing academic training to individuals dedicated to pursuing careers as scientists and scholars in biological and biomedical science. The program is specifically focused on recruiting underrepresented students to contribute towards developing a sustainable pipeline to increase diversity among the pool of academic scientists. YIIP provides tools for scholars to conduct research, succeed in an academic environment, and become competitive candidates for medical school and/or graduate school. YIIP Scholars will acquire the expertise necessary to obtain a Ph.D., MD/Ph.D., or MD   Overview: YIIP is an intensive research program for college graduates comprised of graduate level coursework and mentored research in biomedical laboratories at the University of Connecticut (Farmington and Storrs campuses). It provides individualized mentorship, academic support, and career guidance. YIIP Scholars earn a stipend and qualify for health insurance coverage. In addition, some tuition expenses and fees associated with required graduate level courses are waived. Upon successful completion of year one, scholars obtain a Graduate Certificate of Research Experience in Biomedical Science. In year two, Scholars who meet the academic qualifications pursue a Master of Science in Biomedical Science involving innovative mentored research.   Eligibility: The selection committee is committed to the principle of IDEAL, which stands for Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Anti-racism, and Learning, as a plan to achieve justice and equity. A priority for the program is increasing (1) individuals traditionally underrepresented and marginalized in the biomedical sciences and (2) first-generation students. For more information about IDEAL please visit: https://www.aiche.org/equity-diversity-inclusion/statement (https://www.aiche.org/equity-diversity-inclusion/statement).   All applicants must:Have completed a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum of an overall 3.0 GPA. Demonstrate high motivation and potential to become a basic scientist with a goal of attaining a Ph.D., MD/Ph.D., or MD Meet all eligibility criteria and have a high probability of fulfilling the social and educational goals of this program. Be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States. For more information, please visit our website:https://health.uconn.edu/regenerative-engineering-institute/young-innovative-investigator-program/ (https://health.uconn.edu/regenerative-engineering-institute/young-innovative-investigator-program/) Or contact: Jolene Monahan Wilding Program Managermonahanwilding@uchc.edu (mailto:monahanwilding@uchc.edu) or Gualberto Ruaño, MD, Ph.D. Assistant Director, Special Projectsruano@uchc.edu (mailto:ruano@uchc.edu) Due to the competitiveness of the program, YIIP has a shorter application timeline, than the dates indicated by The Graduate School for Fall 2025 enrollment. Apply at the Graduate School's website by Sunday, March 30, 2025. In addition to the standard graduate school requirements, please submit a copy of your Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV), a Personal Statement of Interest and Professional Goals, a Narrative on Research Experience, a Statement describing how your past, present, and future achievement will serve to advance the program's commitment to the principle of IDEAL, and two letters of recommendation. For more information about IDEAL please visit: https://www.aiche.org/equity-diversity-inclusion/statement (https://www.aiche.org/equity-diversity-inclusion/statement). As we are committed to promoting a diverse graduate community, the Graduate School has agreed to waive the $75 non-refundable application fee for prospective YIIP students. Once you begin your online application, you must email the YIIP Program Manager stating that you are applying to the program to initiate the waiver. You will be notified when the waiver has been granted and how to proceed with your application submittal.

Participants requesting CME credit must complete the verification/evaluation assignment from MyEvaluations.com (https://www.myevaluations.com/) for each case conference session for which they wish to receive CME credit. My Evaluations will email participants with instructions. Please complete the review within one week of receiving the email, as submissions must be received in time to be considered for credit.

"Superficial Radiotherapy in Dermatology" Provided by University of Connecticut School of Medicine Office of Community and Continuing Medical Education and the Department of Dermatology Speaker: Christian Gronbeck, M.D.,Chief Resident, UConn Dermatology Residency 8 to 9 a.m., – lecture, open to all  9 a.m. to noon – virtual patient viewing and discussion, open ONLY to medical providers Location: Dermatology waiting room, 21 South Road, 2nd Floor for in-person, or virtual via Zoom (https://us06web.zoom.us/j/3422377000?pwd=NWNMQTJ3QW5BVUtROU9YdnBKVGp3UT09) (Meeting ID: 342 237 7000 Passcode: uconnderm)Target Audience: UConn Health dermatologists and dermatology residents. All other podiatrists, nurses, nurse practitioners, residents, students, and greater Hartford dermatologists are encouraged to attend.Learning Objectives: Participants will (be able to):Recite the evidence or expert opinion associated with superficial radiotherapy and electronic brachytherapy as applied to dermatology. Identify the appropriate patients who may be candidates for superficial radiotherapy, and recognize factors that can influence patient selection. Describe additional factors, including cost, availability, and access, that influence the appropriateness of superficial radiotherapy. Speaker Disclosure Statement: Dr. Gronbeck in their role as speaker for this educational event, has no relevant financial relationship(s) with any ineligible companies that could be perceived as a real or apparent conflict of interest in the context of the subject of this presentation that need to be disclosed. Dr. Gronbeck will not be discussing the off-labeled, or investigational use of any product or device.Accreditation: The University of Connecticut School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The University of Connecticut School of Medicine designates this live educational activity for a maximum of 4 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.Conflict of Interest Policy: All faculty members participating in CME activities provided by the University of Connecticut School of Medicine are required to disclose to the program audience any actual or apparent conflict of interest related to the content of their presentations. Program planners have an obligation to resolve any actual conflicts of interest and share with the audience any safeguards put in place to prevent commercial bias from influencing the content.Activity Director Disclosure Statement: Dr. Michael Storonsky, as the activity director, for this educational event, has no relevant financial relationship(s) with any ineligible companies that could be perceived as a real or apparent conflict of interest in the context of the subject of this presentation that need to be disclosed.Planning Committee Disclosure Statement: Dr. Philip Kerr and Christina Iwanik as member(s) of the planning committee, for this educational event, has/have no relevant financial relationship(s) with any ineligible companies that could be perceived as a real or apparent conflict of interest in the context of the subject of this presentation that need to be disclosed.Commercial Support Statement: This CME activity has no commercial support associated with it.Evaluations: Participants are required to complete an electronic evaluation in order to obtain CME Credits. An email from MyEvaluations.com with instructions will be sent to participants. Please complete the evaluation within one week of receiving the email. If you do not receive an evaluation assignment from MyEvaluations.com within 10 business days of this activity, please contact the Department that hosted this activity (indicated above) to ensure that your MyEvaluations.com account is set up and your participation in this activity was forwarded to the CME office.

If your organization is interested in participating in this free event, please contact Marina Seroussi at marina.seroussi@uconn.edu.