Atlanta VA Joint
Research Symposium
(Emory | Morehouse)
Collaborative Innovation: Bridging Minds, Advancing Science
Agenda
AUG 7
07:30-08:30
Registration
Welcome
08:30-08:50
Jeanie Park, MD
J. Adrian Tyndall, MD, MPH
Sandra Wong, MD, MS
09:00-09:50
Featured Speaker
Solomon Ofori Acquah, PhD
10:00-11:00
11:10-12:10
Keynote Address
Vincent Marconi, MD
12:15-13:00
Lunch
13:00-13:45
14:00-15:00
15:15-15:45
Closing & Awards
15:50-16:00
Buses Depart
The Speakers
Sharing Knowledge, Shaping Futures
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Vincent Marconi, MD
Keynote Speaker
Emory University School of Medicine, Professor, Division of Infectious Diseases; Emory University School of Public Health, Professor, Global Health Atlanta VA Physician-Scientist, Barnwell Award Recipient, 2025
Dr. Vincent Marconi is a physician-scientist at the Atlanta VA. He is internationally recognized as a leading investigator in the field of HIV pathogenesis and treatment, and his seminal publications have led to improvements in the lives of patients worldwide. Dr. Marconi received the 2025 John B. Barnwell Award, the highest honor in Clinical Science Research awarded by the VA for scientific contributions that change clinical practice for Veterans
Solomon Ofori-Acquah, PhD
Featured Speaker
Solomon Ofori-Acquah, PhD, is a distinguished researcher and academic leader specializing in molecular genetics and sickle cell disease. Dr. Ofori-Acquah's groundbreaking research focuses on understanding the genetic and molecular mechanisms of sickle cell disease and developing innovative therapeutic strategies. His work has significantly advanced the field, earning him recognition and numerous awards.
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The Venue Lunch
The Venue will be holding lunch at the large lobby/gathering space of Calvin Smyre Ctr located adjacent, behind the NCPC building (Same as morning registration) with pre-selected options from registration link
The Venue Shuttle
Emory Shuttle Pick-Up from Emory University School of Medicine,
Building 101 at 07:00 AM
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Atlanta VA Shuttle Pick-Up from Main Building
front of the hospital at 07:00 AM
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MSM Drop-Off at the Westview main gate at he NCPC building then short walk down to Calvin Smyre Education Center. Location here.
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MSM Pick-Up in the same location as Drop-off, Departure at 04:00 PM