Past Events

Thu
21

Bugs N Brew

November 21, 2024, 9:00 - 11:00 am
Join other trainees for coffee and snacks. Socialize, hear what others are working on, and brainstorm other activities to engage and support the microbiome trainee community at UCSF. This event is limited to UCSF trainees (students, residents, postdocs, and fellows).  
Fri
15

Microbiome Ignite Talk - Vaibhav Upadhyay, MD, PhD & Ivan Zheludev, PhD

November 15, 2024, 12:10-1:00 pm
Vaibhav Upadhyay, MD, PhD - Remote communication between the gut microbiome and lung: Bifidobacterium adolescentis-derived lactic acid stimulates lung epithelial mitochondria Ivan Zheludev, PhD - Viroid-like colonists of human microbiome
Thu
07

Special Research Seminar - Ling Zou, PhD

November 7, 2024, 12:10-1:30 pm
Ling Zou, PhD Senior Principal Scientist (Amgen) - Understanding Microbial Impact on CNS via Blood-Brain Barrier Penetration: A Pharmacokinetic and Pharmacodynamic Perspective. Immediately following the seminar, trainees are invited to a special Q&A with Dr. Zou to discuss career opportunities in industry.
Wed
09

Bugs N Brew

October 9, 2024, 9:00 - 10:00 am
Join other trainees for coffee and snacks. Socialize, hear what others are working on, and brainstorm other activities to engage and support the microbiome trainee community at UCSF. This event is limited to UCSF trainees (students, residents, postdocs, and fellows).  
Fri
27

Canvas & Cultures: A Science-Art Soiree

September 27, 2024, 4:00pm
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Wed
25

NIH Simplified Review Framework: An Informational Townhall

September 25, 2024, 12:00-1:30pm
This event has already occurred. The additional resources are linked below (limited to UCSF emails). Slide Deck Zoom Recording FAQ Handout
Fri
20

Microbiome Ignite Talk

September 20, 2024, 12:10-1:00 pm
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Wed
11

Bugs N Brew

September 11, 2024, 9:00 - 10:00 am
Join other trainees for coffee and snacks. Socialize, hear what others are working on, and brainstorm other activities to engage and support the microbiome trainee community at UCSF. This event is limited to UCSF trainees (students, residents, postdocs, and fellows).  
Tue
10

Innovator Series - Julie Saba, MD PhD

September 10, 2024, 3:30-5pm
Innovator Series Julie Saba, MD PhD WHEN: Tuesday, September 10, 2024, 3:30-5:00pm Join us after the event for a networking reception. Provided on first come, first served. This is an in-person event with remote option via Zoom.  
Thu
22

Trainee Mixer

August 22, 2024, 4:30-6pm
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Fri
16

Microbiome Ignite Talk

August 16, 2024, 12:10-1:00 pm
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Wed
14

Perfecting the Elevator Pitch

August 14, 2024, 10am-12pm
Workshop Overview: You never know who you will meet on a plane, at a conference, or in an elevator. At any moment you should be able to explain your mission statement, research goals or entrepreneurial ideas in a short yet captivating way. This interactive workshop teaches you to clearly articulate your passions so you can take advantage of every opportunity that comes your way.  
Wed
24

Bugs N Brew

July 24, 2024, 10:00 am- 11:00 am
Join other trainees for coffee and snacks. Socialize, hear what others are working on, and brainstorm other activities to engage and support the microbiome trainee community at UCSF. This event is limited to UCSF trainees (students, residents, postdocs, and fellows).  
Sat
22

Inagural Research Retreat

June 22, 2024
  EVALUATION SURVEY  
Fri
14

Special Research Seminar

June 14, 2024, 12:10-1:00 pm
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Wed
12

Bugs N Brew

June 12, 2024, 10:00 am- 11:00 am
Join other trainees for coffee and snacks. Socialize, hear what others are working on, and brainstorm other activities to engage and support the microbiome trainee community at UCSF. This event is limited to UCSF trainees (students, residents, postdocs, and fellows).  
Wed
22

Bugs N Brew

May 22, 2024, 9–10am
Join other trainees for coffee and snacks. Socialize, hear what others are working on, and brainstorm other activities to engage and support the microbiome trainee community at UCSF. This event is limited to UCSF trainees (students, residents, postdocs, and fellows).
Fri
17

BCMM Special Research Seminar

May 17, 2024, 12:10-1:00 pm
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Fri
19

Microbiome Ignite Talk

April 19, 2024, 12:10-1:00 pm
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Wed
17

Bugs N Brew

April 17, 2024, 10-11am
Join other trainees for coffee and snacks. Socialize, hear what others are working on, and brainstorm other activities to engage and support the microbiome trainee community at UCSF. This event is limited to UCSF trainees (students, residents, postdocs, and fellows).
Thu
28

Innovator Series - Yug Varma, PhD

March 28, 2024, 3:30-5pm
Innovator Series Yug Varma, PhD WHEN: Thursday, March 28, 2024, 3:30-5:00 pm Join us after the event for a networking reception. Provided on first come, first served. This is an in-person event with remote option via Zoom.  
Wed
27

Bugs N Brew

March 27, 2024, 9-10am
Join other trainees for coffee and snacks. Socialize, hear what others are working on, and brainstorm other activities to engage and support the microbiome trainee community at UCSF. This event is limited to UCSF trainees (students, residents, postdocs, and fellows).
Fri
15

Microbiome Ignite Talk

March 15, 2024, 12:10 pm - 1:00 pm
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Fri
16

Microbiome Ignite Talk

February 16, 2024, 12:10 pm - 1:00 pm
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Fri
19

Microbiome Ignite Talk

January 19, 2024, 12:10 pm - 1:00 pm
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Fri
15

Microbiome Ignite Talk

December 15, 2023, 12:10 - 1pm
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Fri
08

Holiday Reception

December 8, 2023, 3-5pm
Holiday Reception Date: December 8th, 2023 Time: 3-5pm Location: Nursing Mezzanine (above Ladle and Leaf) RVSP
Thu
07

K99/R00 Grant Writing Workshop

December 7, 2023, 12-1pm
Join us to learn about the NIH K99/R00 Pathway to Independence Award application process, learn about grant writing support and resources at UCSF, and participate in an open discussion with recent NIAID K99/R00 recipients.
Fri
17

Microbiome Research in the Bay Area

November 17, 2023, 8:30am-5:30pm
Wed
08

Recess Time: Virtual Game Show Event

November 8, 2023, Noon - 1 p.m.
Wed
01

Recess Time: Puppies at Parnassus

November 1, 2023, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Thu
26

Using Generative AI in Academic Research

October 26, 2023, 10am-4pm
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Wed
25

Recess Time: Pumpkin Decorating

October 25, 2023, 11:30 am - 1 pm
Wed
25

Innovator Series - Nikole Kimes, PhD

October 25, 2023, 3:30-5:00pm
Innovator Series Nikole Kimes, PhD WHEN: Wednesday, October 25, 2023, 3:30-5:00 pm WHERE: Nursing Building, N-721 (Parnassus) Join us after for a networking reception in the Nursing Mezzanine (3rd floor). Provided on first come, first served. This is an in-person event with remote option via Zoom.  
Wed
25

Pumpkin Decorations & Halloween Bash

October 25, 2023, 5-6pm
Fri
20

Microbiome Ignite Talk

October 20, 2023, 12:10 - 1pm
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Fri
15

Microbiome Ignite Talk

September 15, 2023, 12:10 - 1pm
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Fri
16

Microbiome Ignite Talk

June 16, 2023, 12:10 - 1pm
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Thu
08

Microbial Single-Cell Culturing Lunch & Learn

June 8, 2023, 12:10-1:00 pm
The Benioff Center for Microbiome Medicine is proud to announce we have installed B.SIGHT, a new instrument for high-throughput microbial single-cell sorting, culturing and functional screening in the Culturing Facility. B.SIGHT is a fully automated microbial single-cell sorter and dispenser that leverages cutting-edge microfluidics and imaging technologies to isolate individual bacterial or fungal cells from suspension samples via brightfield or green fluorescence detection.
Fri
19

Microbiome Ignite Talk

May 19, 2023, 12:10 - 1 pm
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Thu
27

The Invisible Extinction Film Screening and Q&A

April 27, 2023, 3-6pm
BCMM are hosting a screening of The Invisible Extinction, followed by a virtual Q&A with the featured scientists Martin Blaser, MD, and Gloria Dominguez-Bello, PhD, and the filmmakers Steven Lawrence and Sarah Schenck.
Fri
21

Microbiome Ignite Talk

April 21, 2023, 12:10-1pm
             
Mon
03

Faculty Candidate Seminar - Soumaya Zlitni, PhD

April 3, 2023, 2-3pm
Faculty Candidate Seminar Soumaya Zlitni, PhD WHEN: Monday, April 3, 2023, 2-3 pm WHERE: Nursing Building, N-721 (Parnassus) Join us for coffee! Provided on first come, first served. This is an in-person event with remote option via Zoom. 
Tue
28

Faculty Candidate Seminar - Leah Guthrie, PhD

March 28, 2023, 10-11am
Faculty Candidate Seminar Leah Guthrie, PhD WHEN: Tuesday, March 28, 2023, 10-11am WHERE: Medical Sciences Building, S-214 (Parnassus) Join us for coffee! This is an in-person event with remote option via Zoom.   
Mon
20

Faculty Candidate Seminar - Lina Yao, PhD

March 20, 2023, 1-2pm
Faculty Candidate Seminar Lina Yao, PhD WHEN: Monday, March 20, 2023, 1-2 pm WHERE: Clinical Sciences Building, CS-1111 (Parnassus) Join us for lunch! Provided on first come, first served. This is an in-person event with remote option via Zoom.       
Fri
17

Microbiome Ignite Talk

February 17, 2023, 12:10 -1pm
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Fri
20

Microbiome Ignite Talk

January 20, 2023, 12:10-1pm
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Fri
16

Microbiome Ignite Talk

December 16, 2022, 12:10-1pm
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Mon
12

Microbiome Winter Social

December 12, 2022, 4-5pm
Fri
18

Microbiome Ignite Talk

November 18, 2022, 12:10-1pm
Thu
27

Introduction to Microbial Culturing

October 27, 2022, 10am -12pm
• Advancing microbiome research using culture-dependent techniques • Innovations in microbial isolation and screening • BCMM Microbial Culturing Facility • Sample projects • Breakout sessions • i) Office hour for UCSF investigators • ii) Career and research opportunities at BCMM for SFSU students
Thu
27

Microbiome Fall Social

October 27, 2022, 4-5pm
Microbiome Fall Social. All is Welcome to attend the fall festivities to light refreshments and snacks, music, pumpkin decorating.
Fri
21

Microbiome Ignite Talk

October 21, 2022, 12:10 -1:00pm
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Fri
16

Microbiome Ignite Talk

September 16, 2022, 12:10-1pm
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Thu
15

Special Research Seminar

September 15, 2022, 3:10-4pm
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Fri
19

Microbiome Ignite Talks

August 19, 2022, 12-1pm
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Thu
04

BCMM Grant Writing Workshop

August 4, 2022, 3-5pm
This workshop will combine a lecture, peer review, and discussion to demystify the NIH application process. This training will prepare participants to submit an NIH grant proposal that turns reviewers into advocates, positioning the applicant for success. The event is limited to BCMM members at all career stages. Attendees are strongly encouraged to bring a drafted Specific Aims page for a proposed microbiome project for review and group feedback.
Fri
17

Microbiome Ignite Talks

June 17, 2022, 12:10-1pm
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Tue
07

The Human Microbiome (Osher Mini Medical School for the Public) - Ryan Rampersaud

June 7, 2022, 7-8:30pm
Join us for the final session of a six-part lecture series on the human microbiome offered through the Osher Mini Medical School for the Public program. View more details and register. Add event to calendar
Thu
02

Microbiome Symposium on Precision Medicine

June 2, 2022, 9:00am-5:00pm (PDT)
Tue
31

The Human Microbiome (Osher Mini Medical School for the Public) - Tiffany Scharschmidt

May 31, 2022, 7-8:30pm
Join us for session five of a six-part lecture series on the human microbiome offered through the Osher Mini Medical School for the Public program. View more details and register. Add event to calendar
Tue
24

The Human Microbiome (Osher Mini Medical School for the Public) - Sergio Baranzini

May 24, 2022, 7-8:30pm
Join us for session four of a six-part lecture series on the human microbiome offered through the Osher Mini Medical School for the Public program. View more details and register. Add event to calendar
Fri
20

Microbiome Ignite Talks

May 20, 2022, 12:10-1pm
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Thu
19

CANCELED - Microbiome Film Festival

May 19, 2022, 4pm-5pm
Tue
17

The Human Microbiome (Osher Mini Medical School for the Public) - Peter Turnbaugh

May 17, 2022, 7-8:30pm
Join us for session three of a six-part lecture series on the human microbiome offered through the Osher Mini Medical School for the Public program. View more details and register. Add event to calendar
Wed
11

Documentary Film Screening for API Heritage Month

May 11, 2022, 5:30-7:30pm
In celebration of API Heritage Month, join us for a virtual community screening of OUT OF STATE. Following the screening, there will be discussion with the film's Director and Producer, Ciara Lacy, moderated by Melisa Bautista, M.Ed (MRC) and Julie Saba, MD (BCMM). This event is open to the entire UCSF community and is co-hosted by the Benioff Center for Microbiome Medicine (BCMM) and the UCSF Multicultural Resource Center (MRC). Those that register will be sent an email on May 6 with an early...
Tue
10

The Human Microbiome (Osher Mini Medical School for the Public) - Marina Sirota

May 10, 2022, 7-8:30pm
Join us for session two of a six-part lecture series on the human microbiome offered through the Osher Mini Medical School for the Public program. View more details and register. Add event to calendar
Tue
03

The Human Microbiome (Osher Mini Medical School for the Public) - Susan Lynch

May 3, 2022, 7-8:30pm
Join us for the first session of a six-part lecture series on the human microbiome offered through the Osher Mini Medical School for the Public program. View more details and register. Add event to calendar
Fri
29

BCMM and ImmunoX Social Hour

April 29, 2022, 4-6pm
Please join us next Friday for a joint BCMM and ImmunoX Social Hour!
Tue
26

iMicro Seminar Series: Julia Oh, PhD

April 26, 2022, 10-11am
BCMM is hosting Dr. Julia Oh as part of the iMicro Seminar Series. Dr. Oh is an Associate Professor at The Jackson Laboratory for Genomic Medicine: "The long-term goal of our research program is to create new microbiome-based therapeutics for skin disease, with implications for a wide range of inflammatory diseases."
Fri
15

Microbiome Ignite Talks

April 15, 2022, 12:10-1pm
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Fri
18

Microbiome Ignite Talks

March 18, 2022, 12:10-1pm
In person: CS-0101, Clinical Sciences Building, Parnassus. Click to join Zoom: https://ucsf.zoom.us/j/96101827934?pwd=cDlYU0RQTGNXRk5xNWU2WlpDZThFdz09 Meeting ID: 961 0182 7934 Password: 584853
Mon
28

BCMM and ImmunoX Tea Hour

February 28, 2022, 10-11am
REUNITE Week Research & Education UCSF Network In-Person Training Events  
Thu
24

Black Men in White Coats film

February 24, 2022, On demand
Join the Multicultural Resource Center and the Graduate Medical Education, School of Medicine in honoring Black History Month 2022 at UCSF, by committing to Take-A-Pledge by watching Black Men In White Coats film! The purpose of this action is to raise awareness around the disparities and systemic barriers preventing Black men on their journey to becoming physicians. 
Fri
18

Microbiome Ignite Talks

February 18, 2022, 12:10-1pm
In person: CS-0101, Clinical Sciences Building, Parnassus. Click to join Zoom: https://ucsf.zoom.us/j/96101827934?pwd=cDlYU0RQTGNXRk5xNWU2WlpDZThFdz09 Meeting ID: 961 0182 7934 Password: 584853
Tue
08

Introduction to SPOKE

February 8, 2022, 2:10-4pm
This event has already occurred. The event recording is now available (UCSF Box account required). The Benioff Center for Microbiome Medicine is pleased to offer an Introduction to SPOKE, led by Sergio Baranzini, PhD, Professor of Neurology, UCSF Weill Institute for Neurosciences.
Fri
21

Microbiome Ignite Talks

January 21, 2022, 12:10-1pm
In person: CS-0101, Clinical Sciences Building, Parnassus. Click to join Zoom: https://ucsf.zoom.us/j/96101827934?pwd=cDlYU0RQTGNXRk5xNWU2WlpDZThFdz09 Meeting ID: 961 0182 7934 Password: 584853
Fri
17

Microbiome Ignite Talks

December 17, 2021, 12:10-1pm
In person: CS-0101, Clinical Sciences Building, Parnassus. Click to join Zoom: https://ucsf.zoom.us/j/96101827934?pwd=cDlYU0RQTGNXRk5xNWU2WlpDZThFdz09 Meeting ID: 961 0182 7934 Password: 584853
Thu
09

Antiracist Book Club - The Color of Law

December 9, 2021, 4:10-5pm
Selected text and guiding questions The final session of our BCMM Antiracist Book Club will take place Thursday, December 9th, from 4:10-5pm. For this session, we will discuss portions of The Color of Law by Richard Rothstein (chapters 1, 2, 6, 9, 12, Epilogue)
Fri
19

Microbiome Ignite Talks

November 19, 2021, 12:10-1pm
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Fri
29

Pilot Award Symposium - Updates from 2020 Awardees

October 29, 2021, 9am-3pm
Overview Join us for a day-long symposium to hear from the awardees of our 2020 Microbiome Research Program. All BCMM members that pre-register and attend the event will be reimbursed up to $25 to purchase lunch. Attend virtually (in-person seats SOLD OUT).
Fri
15

Microbiome Ignite Talks

October 15, 2021, 12:10-1pm
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Thu
14

Antiracist Book Club - Killing Rage, Ending Racism

October 14, 2021, 4:10-5pm
Selected text and guiding questions The next session will take place Thursday, October 14th, from 4:10-5pm. For this session, we will discuss Killing Rage, Ending Racism by Bell Hooks. Here are the guiding questions:
Mon
27

The Microbiome as a Mediator of Prostate Carcinogenesis (Dr. Karen Sfanos, John Hopkins)

September 27, 2021, 12-1pm
On behalf of the Benioff Initiative for Prostate Cancer Research and in collaboration with the Benioff Center for Microbiome Medicine, you are invited to a virtual presentation by Dr. Karen Sfanos from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine on Monday, September 27th, 2021 at 12:00pm (noon Pacific Time). There will be a Q&A session after the talk. Trainees who are interested in meeting with Dr. Sfanos that day should contact [email protected].  Zoom info below.
Fri
17

Microbiome Ignite Talk

September 17, 2021, 12:10-1pm
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Fri
20

Microbiome Ignite Talks

August 20, 2021, 12:10-1pm
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Thu
19

Antiracist Book Club - The New Jim Crow

August 19, 2021, 4:10-5pm
Selected text and guiding questions The next session will take place Thursday, August 19th, from 4:10-5pm. For this session, we will discuss The New Jim Crow by Michelle Alexander. Here are the guiding questions:
Fri
18

Microbiome Ignite Talks

June 18, 2021, 12:10-1pm
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Thu
03

Antiracist Book Club - Are Prisons Obsolete?

June 3, 2021, 4:10-5pm
Selected text and guiding questions The next session will take place Thursday, June 3rd, from 4:10-5pm. For this session, we will discuss Are Prisons Obsolete by Angela Davis. Here are the guiding questions:
Fri
21

Microbiome Ignite Talks

May 21, 2021, 12:10-1pm
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Fri
30

Antiracism Symposium

April 30, 2021
Antiracism Curriculum Conference Series
Fri
16

Microbiome Ignite Talks

April 16, 2021, 12:10pm - 1pm
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Thu
08

Antiracist Book Club - Sister Outsider

April 8, 2021, 4-5pm
Selected text and guiding questions The next session will take place Thursday, April 8th, from 4-5pm. For this session, we will discuss Sister Outsider by Audre Lorde. Here are guiding questions:
Mon
29

Gladstone Data Science Program: Single Cell RNA-Seq Analysis

March 29, 2021, 1-3pm
This session occurs over two days, March 29th and April 1st. Bioinformatics Series Spring 2021
Fri
26

Gladstone Data Science Program: Introduction to Unix Command Line

March 26, 2021, 2-5pm
Bioinformatics Series Spring 2021
Mon
22

Embracing Antiracism in Medical Education

March 22, 2021, 12-1pm
Antiracism Curriculum Conference Series
Fri
19

Microbiome Ignite Talks

March 19, 2021, 12-1pm
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Mon
01

Gladstone Data Science Program: Introduction to R Data Analysis

March 1, 2021, 2-4pm
This session occurs over 2 days, 1st and 2nd of March. Bioinformatics Series Spring 2021
Tue
23

Gladstone Data Science Program: Introduction to Statistics and Experimental Design

February 23, 2021, 2-5pm
Bioinformatics Series Spring 2021
Fri
19

Microbiome Ignite Talks

February 19, 2021, 12-1pm
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Mon
15

Structural Racism in Medicine with Jyothi Marbin, MD

February 15, 2021, 12-1pm
Antiracism Curriculum Conference Series
Mon
15

Gladstone Data Science Program: Introduction to RNA-Seq

February 15, 2021, 2-4pm
Occurs over 2 days, 15th and 16th of February Bioinformatics Series Spring 2021
Thu
11

Antiracist Book Club - So you want to talk about race?

February 11, 2021, 4-5pm
For this session, we will discuss "So you want to talk about race?" by Ijeoma Oluo.
Fri
29

Anti-racism Town Hall - Focus on Faculty

January 29, 2021, 12-1:15pm
This third anti-racism town hall will focus on faculty. More information is available on the UCSF Events Calendar.  Join via Zoom.
Thu
21

Microbiome in Early Childhood Development Symposium

January 21, 2021
This event has already occurred. An event agenda and recording is below.  
Fri
15

Microbiome Ignite Talks

January 15, 2021, 12-1pm
Click to join Zoom: https://ucsf.zoom.us/j/92367474995?pwd=UVQ4RHZ0MkQ1MHpxNUErZXdRT0dYZz09&from=msft Meeting ID: 923 6747 4995 Password: 335865 Add event to calendar
Fri
18

Microbiome Ignite Talks

December 18, 2020, 12-1pm
Click to join Zoom: https://ucsf.zoom.us/j/92367474995?pwd=UVQ4RHZ0MkQ1MHpxNUErZXdRT0dYZz09&from=msft Meeting ID: 923 6747 4995 Password: 335865 Add event to calendar
Thu
10

Antiracist Book Club - The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks

December 10, 2020, 4-5pm
Selected text and guiding questions The next session will take place Thursday, December 10th, from 4-5pm. For this session, we will discuss The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot. Here are some questions to consider as you read the book:
Tue
08

Muriel Steele Society HeForShe Event at UCSF

December 8, 2020, 7-8pm
The Muriel Steele Society invites you to their inaugural HeForShe event at UCSF
Thu
03

Festive Virtual Happy Hour

December 3, 2020, 4-5pm
  Meeting ID: 920 6502 8862 Password: 061908 Phone or Conference room password: 061908 --- One Click Join from a PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android device: https://ucsf.zoom.us/j/92065028862?pwd=dHFQYWhIdHZWanMveWxwQUg1MGt1QT09   Add event to calendar
Fri
20

Microbiome Ignite Talks

November 20, 2020, 12-1pm
  Click to join Zoom: https://ucsf.zoom.us/j/92367474995?pwd=UVQ4RHZ0MkQ1MHpxNUErZXdRT0dYZz09&from=msft Meeting ID: 923 6747 4995 Password: 335865
Tue
27

Diversity and Science Symposium

October 27, 2020, October 27th-29th
The Diversity And Science Lecture (DASL) UCSD is hosting a fully virtual Inaugural Diversity and Science Symposium October 27th-29th.  This trainee-organized symposium features: 20 incredible speakers doing cutting edge research in everything from microbiology to chemical ecology to developmental patterning to science education 4 illuminating panel sessions on dismantling racist, misogynist, ableist, and homophobic structures in STEM fields,
Fri
23

Microbiome Ignite Talks

October 23, 2020, 12-1pm
Moved from original date (10/16) to accommodate UCSF-wide Anti-Racism Town Hall.
Fri
16

UCSF Anti-Racism Town Hall II

October 16, 2020, 12-1:15pm
This second anti-racism town hall will focus on staff. More details and zoom link at http://tiny.ucsf.edu/AB3wqR. Note: The BCMM is not affiliated with this event, but rather amplifying its distribution to support UCSF's BIPOC. Please direct all questions to the event organizers.
Wed
14

Introduction to Gnotobiotics

October 14, 2020, 2-4pm
This event has already occurred. The event recording is now available. The Benioff Center for Microbiome Medicine is pleased to offer a virtual Introduction to Gnotobiotics.
Wed
07

Antiracist Book Club - Introduction

October 7, 2020, 4-5pm
About this series The Benioff Center for Microbiome Medicine is pleased to announce the launch of our antiracist book club series.
Thu
01

Virtual Happy Hour

October 1, 2020, 4-5pm
  Meeting ID: 985 2715 8188 Password: 256550 --- One Click Join from a PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android device: https://ucsf.zoom.us/j/98527158188?pwd=RGZYK0QrYzhBRzhLTmxwcUVZa0pyZz09
Tue
29

iMicro lecture: Dr. Colin Hill

September 29, 2020, 10-11am
Integrative Microbiology Seminar Series   Colin Hill, PhD Professor University College Cork, Ireland   "Bacteriophage; providing context for the microbiome"   Tuesday, September 29, 2020
Fri
25

Microbiome Community Circle: Exploring Values, Exploring Ourselves

September 25, 2020, 10am-11:30am
A community circle grounded in restorative justice practice is an approach to community building by creating a space for participants with varying values, experiences, and backgrounds to discuss topics in a safe space.  The goal of this community circle is to reflect and discuss how to embody your values as we build out the BCMM. This is one step the BCMM is taking to build a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community. The event will be from 10-11:30am on September 25. If you are interested...
Fri
25

The REPAIR Project: A Strategic Initiative to Address Anti-Black Racism in Science, Medicine, and Healthcare

September 25, 2020, 12-1:15pm
The REPAIR Project: A Strategic Initiative to Address Anti-Black Racism in Science, Medicine, and Healthcare. Presented by: Antoine Johnson, Aude Bouagnon, Bonnie Wong, Carlos Martinez, Ian Whitmarsh, Joey Lew, Kara Zamora, Nadia Gaber, Vincanne Adams, Aimee Medeiros More info and zoom link at https://calendar.ucsf.edu/event/social_sciences_grand_rounds#.X2Uc2pNKjlw.
Fri
18

Microbiome Ignite Talks

September 18, 2020, 12-1pm
Click to join Zoom: https://ucsf.zoom.us/j/92367474995?pwd=UVQ4RHZ0MkQ1MHpxNUErZXdRT0dYZz09&from=msft Meeting ID: 923 6747 4995 Password: 335865 Add event to calendar
Fri
21

Microbiome Ignite Talks

August 21, 2020, 12-1pm
Click to join Zoom: https://ucsf.zoom.us/j/92367474995?pwd=UVQ4RHZ0MkQ1MHpxNUErZXdRT0dYZz09&from=msft Meeting ID: 923 6747 4995 Password: 335865 Add event to calendar
Wed
19

Anti-Blackness and Its Link to Racism, Privilege and Power (Dante King Webinar Series No. 2)

August 19, 2020, 12pm
Note: The BCMM is not affiliated with this event, but rather amplifying its distribution to support UCSF's BIPOC. Please direct all questions to the event organizers.
Thu
30

Restorative Justice Circle: Exploring Values, Exploring Ourselves

July 30, 2020, 12pm
Note: The BCMM is not affiliated with this event, but rather amplifying its distribution to support UCSF's BIPOC. Please direct all questions to the event organizers.
Thu
16

DEI in Academic Medicine with Drs. Renée Navarro and David Skorton

July 16, 2020, 11am
Join J. Renee Navarro, MD, PharmD, vice chancellor of diversity and outreach at UCSF, and David J. Skorton, MD, president and CEO of the AAMC, for a candid conversation about diversity, equity, and inclusion in academic medicine, and the role of the AAMC in leading and serving the academic medicine community.  Participants will have an opportunity to pose questions in a moderated questions and answer session. Register at https://aamc.elevate.commpartners.com/p/200716.
Tue
30

Honoring Grief and Trauma for Graduate Students of Color (Session #2)

June 30, 2020, 2-4pm
Open to graduate students only
Wed
24

Restoring Justice Circles: Healing in Challenging Times

June 24, 2020, 1-2:15pm
Restoring Justice Circles: Healing in Challenging Times
Tue
23

CCMBM lecture: Vitamin D Metabolites and the Gut Microbiome

June 23, 2020, 3-4pm PDT
Featuring Deborah Kado, MD, Professor of Health Sciences at UC San Diego. Dr. Kado is an internist and geriatrician with a primary research focus on osteoporosis and the related disorder hyperkyphosis. She leads the osteoporosis program for UCSD, building a highly interdisciplinary program integrating clinical care, research, and teaching
Fri
19

BCMM community forum for combating racism

June 19, 2020, 9-10am PDT
Join us for an open discussion on race and how the BCMM can better advocate and be an ally for BIPOC. 
Thu
18

Write it Out: Moving Past Fear and Empowering Authenticity

June 18, 2020, 1-2:30pm
Write it Out: Moving Past Fear and Empowering Authenticity
Thu
18

Anti-Blackness and Its Link to White Racism, Privilege and Power

June 18, 2020, 2-3:30pm
Anti-Blackness and Its Link to White Racism, Privilege and Power presented by Dante King Date: Thursday, June 18, 2020  Time: 2:00 - 3:30 PM Register Here. This event will be recorded. Description: 
Wed
17

Honoring Grief and Trauma for Graduate Students of Color (Session #1)

June 17, 2020, 2-4pm
Open to graduate students only 
Tue
16

Virtual Community Circle for Black PhD Students

June 16, 2020, 5:30-7pm
Open to graduate students only
Tue
09

I-Micro lecture: Systems-level analysis of the metabolism of the gut bacterium Eggerthella lenta

June 9, 2020, 10am
Please join us for a zoom seminar next Tuesday, 6/9 at 10am that will be given by Cecilia Noecker from the Turnbaugh Lab. Her talk will be on "Systems-level analysis of the metabolism of the gut bacterium Eggerthella lenta." The following is the zoom link for the talk:
Tue
26

I-Micro lecture: Unraveling gut-microbiota-brain interactions

May 26, 2020, 10am
Please join us next Tuesday, 5/26 at 10am, via zoom for an I-Micro seminar that will be given by Mauro Costa-Mattioli, a visiting professor from Baylor University. His topic will be "Unraveling gut-microbiota-brain interactions." The following is the zoom link for the talk:
Thu
21

Intro to mass spectrometry, interpreting mass spec data

May 21, 2020, 1-2:30 PDT
A part of our metabolomics workshop series
Tue
19

I-Micro lecture: Can the microbiome help stop COVID-19

May 19, 2020, 10am
Please join us Tuesday, 5/19 at 10am, via zoom for an I-Micro talk that will be given by Peter Turnbaugh. His topic will be "Can the microbiome help stop COVID-19?" The following is the zoom link for the talk:
Fri
15

Microbiome Ignite Talk (5/15 - virtual meeting)

May 15, 2020, 4-5pm PDT
  Click to join Zoom meeting: https://ucsf.zoom.us/j/92440373503?pwd=NzNNajhsenRUOG5TME9NZ3dTOW9mZz09 Meeting ID: 924 4037 3503 Password: 009257   Add event to calendar
Thu
14

Intro to metabolomics, discussion of workflows and sample prep

May 14, 2020, 1-2:30pm PDT
A part of our metabolomics workshop series
Thu
07

Version control & managing computational workflows

May 7, 2020, 1-2:30pm (PDT)
A part of our Microbial Bioinformatics Workshop series
Thu
30

Advanced visualization and statistical analysis in R

April 30, 2020, 1-2:30pm (PDT)
A part of our Microbial Bioinformatics Workshop series
Tue
28

BCMM 2020 Symposium: The Microbiome in Early Childhood Development

April 28, 2020
We are postponing our symposium until later in the year. We will re-announce the event when a new date is decided.  
Thu
23

Introduction to R and RStudio

April 23, 2020, 1-2:30pm (PDT)
A part of our Microbial Bioinformatics Workshop series
Tue
21

BCMM social

April 21, 2020, 11-11:30am PDT
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Fri
17

Microbiome Ignite Talks (4/17 - virtual meeting)

April 17, 2020, 4-5pm (PDT)
Click to join the Zoom meeting: https://ucsf.zoom.us/j/979730004?pwd=RWJ2SDhLL08rRTZVczlEMXBxRmZaZz09​ (you must be signed into Zoom to access the meeting - UCSF users can use SSO option) Add event to calendar
Thu
16

Importing and analyzing data with QIIME2

April 16, 2020, 1-2:30pm (PDT)
A part of our Microbial Bioinformatics Workshop series
Thu
16

Lunch and chat via Zoom

April 16, 2020, 12-12:45pm
We are hosting a virtual lunch social from 12-12:45pm. Come and chat with your colleagues. Zoom info is below. We hope you will join us. ----- Join from a PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android device:
Thu
09

Introduction to BASH, conda, and the Wynton cluster

April 9, 2020, 1-2:30pm (PDT)
A part of our Microbial Bioinformatics Workshop series
Fri
20

Microbiome Ignite Talk (3/20 - virtual meeting)

March 20, 2020, 4-5pm
Please join us for our March Microbiome Ignite Talks. This meeting will be held via Zoom.
Fri
21

Microbiome Ignite Talks

February 21, 2020, 12-1pm
More details coming soon.
Fri
20

Microbiome Ignite Talks: Elze Rackaityte (Lynch lab) & Ella Chang (Liao lab)

December 20, 2019, 4pm-6pm
Elze Rackaityte from Lynch Lab Title: "Viable bacterial colonization is highly limited in the human intestine in utero"   Ella Chang from Liao Lab Title: "Multi-omics Analysis Reveals Distinct Host-Microbe Interaction Networks in Psoriasis and Psoriasis Groups"