University of Michigan Hosts Fifth Annual CDHW Research Symposium on Disability
Attend our Symposium on October 18, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM ET.
Ann Arbor, MI — The Center for Disability Health and Wellness (CDHW) at the University of Michigan will host its Fifth Annual U-M CDHW Research Symposium on Friday, October 18, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM ET. This event will bring together innovative researchers from various disciplines as well as partnering community organizations to showcase their work on disability-related issues.
The symposium aims to foster collaboration and dialogue on how research can enhance health, functioning, participation, and quality of life for individuals living with disabilities. This year's lineup includes a diverse array of presentations and discussions, highlighting the groundbreaking work being conducted across the University’s schools and departments.
Attendees are encouraged to engage in discussions about the practical applications of research findings and how they can be utilized to improve the lives of those with disabilities. The event promises to be an enriching experience for researchers, practitioners, and community members alike.
Our Keynote Speaker
Dr. Krause holds the rank of Distinguished University Professor and serves as Associate Dean for Research in the College of Health Professions at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC). He currently serves as principal investigator on three different disability rehabilitation research projects (DRRP), including a 50-year longitudinal study of participation after SCI, a 25-year study of opioids and health outcomes after SCI, and a study of quality employment after MS, SCI, and stroke. Motivated by his own spinal cord injury (SCI) at age 16 (1971) and having benefited dramatically from the rehabilitative and vocational rehabilitation services he received in his home state of Minnesota, he committed his adult life to understanding the long-term consequences of SCI, Multiple Sclerosis, and other disabling conditions on health, quality-of-life, employment, and longevity.
Registration is required to attend the symposium. Interested individuals can secure their spot by registering at the following link: Registration Link.
For those wishing to plan their attendance, the event schedule is available here: Event Schedule.
Please see our Event Flyer for information on Continuing Medical Education Credit Information.
Join us at the University of Michigan to be part of this important conversation and contribute to advancing research that makes a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities.
For further information, please contact Andy Brosius, abrosius@med.umich.edu.
This event is presented by the U-M CDHW with funding provided by grants from the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR): IDEAL RRTC (NIDILRR grant #90RTHF0001) AHEAD-DC RRTC (NIDILRR grant #90RTHF0005) and MI-SCIMS (NIDILRR grant #90SIMS0018).