Brown University Health Research Day 2025
The Brown University Health Office of Research hosted its 32nd annual Research Day on Friday, November 7, 2025. The event was headlined by a presentation from Suzanne Phelan, PhD, titled, “Lifestyle Interventions for Cardiometabolic Health: From Preconception Through Pregnancy, and Postpartum.” Dr. Phelan is a professor of kinesiology and public health and the director of women’s health at California Polytechnic State University. She completed her postdoctoral fellowship in psychiatry and human behavior at The Miriam Hospital and The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University.
After the keynote address, Sean Monaghan, MD, the 2025 Brown University Health Bruce M. Selya Award in Research Excellence honoree, delivered his presentation titled, “Sepsis and Innovation.” After Dr. Monaghan’s presentation, the program continued with a brief awards ceremony recognizing the 2025 Research Abstract Award recipients, followed by a poster session featuring all abstract presentations.
Research Day 2025 Photo Gallery
Agenda
Rhode Island Hospital George Auditorium
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 8 to 8:30 a.m. | Welcome and Introductions |
| 8 to 8:05 a.m | Bharat Ramratnam, MD, introduced John Fernandez |
| 8:05 to 8:20 a.m | John Fernandez discussed research highlights |
| 8:20 to 8:30 a.m | Bharat Ramratnam, MD, introduced the keynote speaker, Suzanne Phelan, PhD |
| 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. | Keynote speaker, Suzanne Phelan, PhD, presented "Lifestyle Interventions for Cardiometabolic Health: From Preconception Through Pregnancy, and Postpartum" |
| 9:30 to 9:40 a.m. | Bharat Ramratnam, MD, introduced the 2025 Bruce Selya awardee |
| 9:40 to 10:30 | 2025 Bruce M. Selya Award for Excellence in Research Recipient, Sean Monaghan, MD, presented "Sepsis and Innovation" |
| 10:30 to 10:40 a.m. | Ghada Bourjeily, MD, FCCP, and Jen Friedmann announced abstract winners |
Gerry House Lobby
Snacks, treats, and beverages will be provided.
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 7:30 a.m. | Open to all check-in with eposters |
| 8:15 to 8:35 a.m. | Session 1 check-in with eposters |
| 8:35 to 8:55 a.m. | Session 2 check-in with eposters |
| 8:55 to 9:15 a.m. | Session 3 check-in with eposter |
| 10:50 a.m. to 1:10 p.m. | Poster viewing and refreshments - three 40-minute presentations with 10 minutes between sessions to transition |
| 10:50 to 11:30 a.m. | Session 1 Transition: 11:30 to 11:40 a.m. |
| 11:40 a.m. to 12:20 p.m. | Session 2 Transition: 12:20 to 12:30 p.m. |
| 12:30 to 1:10 p.m. | Session 3 |
| 1:10 p.m. | Final close-out of 2025 Brown University Health Research Day |
Brown University Health Research Day 2025
Keynote Presentation
The keynote presentation by Suzanne Phelan, PhD was titled Lifestyle Interventions for Cardiometabolic Health: From preconception through pregnancy, and postpartum.
Date: Friday, November 7, 2025
Time: 8:30 to 9:30 a.m.
Location: In-person at George Auditorium Rhode Island Hospital; virtual via Zoom
Bruce M. Selya Award for Excellence in Research Presentation
Sean Monaghan, MD, delivered a presentation titled, Sepsis and Innovation.
Date: Friday, November 7, 2025
Time: 9:40 to 10:30 a.m.
Location: In-person at George Auditorium Rhode Island Hospital; virtual via Zoom
Target Audience
The target audience for Research Day includes physicians, researchers and other involved in health-related research and education.
Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of this session, participants should be able to:
- Identify the epidemiology of metabolic disorders
- Implement effective community engagement strategies
- Evaluate cardio-metabolic risk effectively.
- Evaluate risk-reduction interventions
Program Description
Annual Research Day is a celebration of innovation, collaboration, and scientific excellence across Brown University Health and its affiliated institutions. This full-day event brings together researchers, clinicians, trainees, and students to showcase groundbreaking work and foster interdisciplinary connections.
Accreditation
Rhode Island Hospital is accredited by the Accreditation Criteria and Policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education.
Credit Designation
Physicians: Rhode Island Hospital designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s). Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.