Scientific Education and Training

Events

The Bray Course & Review for the ABOM Exam

In honor of George A Bray MD, preeminent obesity experts from PBRC and around the US will elucidate the latest advances in the pathophysiology of obesity as well as advances in multidisciplinary obesity treatment.

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William Hansel Visiting Scientist Seminar

Almost every Thursday, prominent scientists from national and international universities as well as governmental and industrial laboratories visit to share their scientific discoveries and collaborate with the Pennington Biomedical Community.  

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Scientific Symposia

Pennington Biomedical is home to enriching scientific education events that aim to enhance collaboration with experts across the globe.

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NIDDK Clinical Methods for Nutrition and Obesity Research Course

This 4-day course at Pennington Biomedical Research Center will train postdoctoral fellows and early career faculty on gold standard and cutting-edge research methods for conducting obesity and nutrition related research.

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Metabolic Surgery Grand Rounds

This program's mission is to deliver   educational sessions on cutting edge topics in Metabolic Surgery by the world’s top surgeons and scientists.

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Childhood Obesity Conference

Childhood Obesity and Public Health Conference

The Childhood  Obesity Conference  supports efforts to solve the epidemic of childhood obesity, one of the greatest public health challenges facing America.

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