Clinical Research Scholars Captone Event (Sept 23, 2026)

Join us as we celebrate the achievements of our 2026 Clinical Research Scholars!  
Each scholar will present the work they've completed with Duke research teams, aiming to improve access to clinical trials.

Venue:

Duke University Erwin Square Plaza

2200 W. Main St. Durham, NC 27701

B252 Wing B Training Room

Enter through the rooftop level of the parking deck.

(Free parking is available except in reserved or time-restricted spaces)

Schedule:

5:30-6:15 - Refreshments/Networking

6:15-7:30 - Program of Speakers

• Welcome - Sharleen Traynor, Durham Tech
• Scholar Presentations
  • Margaret Hall - Co-Designing Communication for Variable Assessment Timing (VAT): Insights from a Multi-Perspective Advisory Panel to Enhance Understanding, Inclusion, and Access in Clinical Research
  • Jennifer Radford - Improving Retention for a Community Based Study on Acculturation
  • Emily Spencer - Cancer in Focus to Support Data-Informed Community Outreach: A Case Study – A Strategy for Improving Clinical Research Participation Among Black Men in Duke’s Catchment Area
  • Rasheda Toomer - Understanding Community Perspectives on AI in Healthcare
• Presentation of Certificates

7:30-8:00 - Congratulations & additional networking