Target Audience

U.S.- and internationally based YIs (MDs, DOs, and/or PhDs) who are pursuing a career in academic research focused on NF across basic, translational, and clinical research settings.

Learning Objectives

1. Assess the impact of scholarly activity and clinical research on continuing professional development (CPD)
2. Evaluate strengths and weaknesses of NF research presented by YI peers
3. Develop public speaking and presentation skills strategies to effectively communicate research findings to the larger scientific community
4. Integrate patient-centered insights and real-world perspectives as part of research collaboration to improve relevance and application of oncology research into clinical practice
5. Develop strategies for community-building, including networking and collegiality, among YIs, especially in rare disease research to enhance productivity and career advancement in NF
6. Coordinate with leading expert investigators and peers on approaches to key career challenges, such as grant writing, research funding, networking, and academic appointments