Elevate is a monthly newsletter from the Office for Culture, Engagement, and Impact that is distributed to faculty, staff, and students in the Duke University School of Medicine. In this issue, we highlight the upcoming Advancing Excellence in Research Symposium. We also share recent news stories, resources, and coming events.
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In a time of rapid change, many individuals across Duke University School of Medicine — whether conducting research, training the next generation, or supporting those who do — are looking for clarity, connection, and ways to help shape a healthier research culture. The Advancing Excellence in Research Symposium, taking place April 28, offers a meaningful space to do just that.
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This half-day event brings the community together for energizing conversations at the intersection of science, culture, and collaboration. This year’s theme, “Effectively Defining our Work in an Evolving Landscape,” invites fresh thinking and bold new approaches.
Keynote speaker Rebekah Layton, PhD, CMC, PCC, will share inspiring insights on career development, mentoring, and supporting trainee success. Don’t miss this chance to connect, reflect, and reimagine what’s possible. Register now and be part of the momentum.
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Erica D. Taylor, MD, MBA, orthopaedic hand surgeon, vice president of health equity for the Duke Health Integrated Practice, and vice chair of culture, engagement, and impact, in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, has been awarded the prestigious American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) Impact Award. This national honor recognizes individuals who demonstrate exceptional leadership in reducing barriers to entering the orthopaedic field across the United States.
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Nurses in Tanzania are delivering a simple but powerful intervention for patients treated for alcohol‑related injuries. A study led by Duke University School of Medicine researchers found that a 15‑minute conversation, followed by motivational text messages, significantly reduced alcohol use among participants. The low‑cost approach offers a practical way to curb harmful drinking habits in places with limited resources.
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| Physicians and researchers from across the region gathered in February at the Duke Women’s Health Symposium to examine the limited depth of research focused on women’s health and to showcase the data-driven tools they believe can finally change that.
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A Duke University School of Medicine study reveals how climate disasters intensify the already harsh conditions faced by people who are incarcerated. In the study, coauthored by Lauren Brinkley-Rubinstein, PhD, associate professor in the Department of Population Health Sciences, researchers examined how climate disasters, such as hurricanes, floods, and extreme heat, uniquely impact individuals who are incarcerated, especially in settings lacking basic protections.
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¡DALHE! Virtual Cafecito with Magaly Guerrero, MPM, CCRP
March 27 • Noon-1 p.m.
Join ¡DALHE! for a dynamic Virtual Cafecito with Magaly Guerrero, who serves as leader of the ¡DALHE! Employee Resource Group, where she champions inclusion and professional development across the Duke community.
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Dolores Film Screening and Expert Panel
March 31 • 4-7 p.m.
1317 W. Pettigrew St., Durham, NC 27705
The Duke community is invited to a special event exploring the intersection of labor history, climate change, and public health. The event kicks off with a screening of the documentary "Dolores," which chronicles the life of labor icon Dolores Huerta, followed by an expert-led panel discussion and a community mixer.
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Social Identity
April 8 • 9:30-11:30 a.m.
Smith Warehouse Bay 6, B271
This session explores the complexities of social identity and how it shapes our experiences, interactions, and perspectives. Sponsored by the Office for Institutional Equity.
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2026 Autism Acceptance Keynote Presentation
April 8 • 4-5 p.m.
Zoom
As part of the Duke Center for Autism Seminar Series, Holden Thorp, editor-in-chief of Science, and former chancellor at UNC-Chapel Hill will present, “A Convergent Model for Autistic Flourishing: How Research and Experience Highlight the Interplay Among Fit, Adaptation, and Accommodation.”
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| | Duke University Powwow
April 18 • Noon-5 p.m.
Penn Pavilion
Hosted by Duke University in collaboration with the Center for Multicultural Affairs (CMA) and Native American and Indigenous Student Alliance (NAISA), this cultural gathering honors and celebrates Indigenous traditions and community. The Powwow will feature traditional dance, drum groups, cultural demonstrations, and more. Open to the campus and surrounding community. For more information, contact dukepowwow@duke.edu.
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Duke Ob/Gyn Second Annual Climate Action Day
April 22 • 7:30-10 a.m.
Duke South Amphitheater and Zoom
Recognizing the public health and humanitarian crisis being caused by climate change, Duke Ob/Gyn has convened an annual Climate Action Day, organized by the steering committee of the Duke Climate Action Collaborative to Promote Reproductive Health (CACRH). Ashley Ward, PhD, director of the Heat Policy Innovation Hub at Duke University’s Nicholas Institute for Energy, Environment & Sustainability, will deliver the keynote presentation.
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Advancing Excellence in Research Symposium
April 28
Trent Semans Center Great Hall
This symposium will bring the School of Medicine and the broader community together for conversations at the intersection of science and culture. Featuring keynote speaker Rebekah Layton, PhD, CMC, PCC, associate chair of education and training in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology at UNC-Chapel Hill. Layton will present “Career development, mentoring, and wellness: Setting the stage for graduate and postdoctoral trainee success.” Sponsored by the Office for Culture, Engagement, and Impact, and the Office for Faculty.
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Donald T. Moore, MD, Endowed Lecture
April 29 • 7:30-9:30 a.m.
Duke South Amphitheater
The Donald T. Moore, MD, Endowed Lecture honors the legacy of the esteemed physician, educator and community leader whose leadership shaped Duke Ob/Gyn and the broader Durham community. Open to all.
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| | April Holidays and Observances
April 1-9: Passover
April 3: Good Friday
April 5: Easter
April 10: Day of Silence
April 12: Eastern Orthodox Easter
April 13-14: Holocaust Remembrance Day
April 22: Earth Day
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