K Scholar 20th Anniversary

K Scholars Program 20th Anniversary
Scientific Symposium

September 24, 2026
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
UCSF Mission Bay Conference Center, Fisher Banquet Room

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Join us to celebrate 20 years of the K Program!

The event will feature a keynote from Kristen Bibbins-Domingo, PhD, MD, MAS, Editor-in-Chief of JAMA, distinguished alumni panel, lightning talks from current K scholars, a poster session, and more!

The K Scholars program has provided an academically invigorating and supportive environment encompassing many of the top young faculty at UCSF and affiliated institutions. Participants have been receiving advice and support from an exceptional group of peers, mentorship and guidance from outstanding program faculty, over the past two decades. This event is in honor of the participants, mentors, mentees, and supporters of this program.

Complimentary light breakfast, lunch, and afternoon reception will be provided.
 

Highlights of the Day

Keynote Address
Kirsten Bibbins-Domingo, PhD, MD, MAS, Editor-in-Chief of JAMA, on the way forward for early career faculty in clinical and translational research

Lightning Talks
Short research presentations from current scholars and recent alumni

Alumni Panel Discussion
Distinguished alumni share how the K Scholars Program shaped their careers and trajectories in research

Poster Session
Scientific posters presented by current scholars throughout the day

Networking Opportunities
Connect with investigators, mentors, and colleagues across disciplines

Speakers - Coming Soon!
Kristen Bibbins Domingo Headshot

Kristen Bibbins-Doming, PhD, MD, MAS
Editor-in-Chief, JAMA