The Future Directions of Research Explored at SGU Research Day

Research was once again at the forefront of St. George’s University this spring, as it hosted the 20th SGU Research Day and Phi Zeta Research Emphasis Day at Open and Upper Modica Hall on March 18. This year’s event had something for everyone—providing ample opportunity to learn about research being conducted in all four Schools.

Faculty, staff, students, and other participants attended one of four concurrent sessions before the plenary presentation was delivered virtually by Dr. Peter Hotez, world renown scientist, pediatrician, global advocate, and leader in the field of vaccine development.

Of the faculty and student presentations showcased, 72 were posters and 70 were oral presentations, along with two symposia. A panel of judges from SGU and outside of the University reviewed the presentations and chose winners for each category based on originality, scientific merit, and level of involvement.

The complete list of winners can be seen below. The campus-based Windward Islands Research and Education Foundation (WINDREF) presented each with a plaque on March 24.

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Best faculty oral presentation: Dr. David Marancik – SVM (center)
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Best student oral presentation: Hailey Bauer – SOM (second from the left)
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Best student oral presentation: Emily Meade – SVM (center)
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Best faculty poster presentation: Makeda Matthew-Bernard – SOM (second from the left)
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Best faculty poster presentation: Dr. Firdous Khan – SVM (center)
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Best student poster presentation: Tavsimran Luthra – SOM (left)
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Best student poster presentation: Dinielle White – SVM (center)
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Best Department of Educational Services presentation: Todd McKay (second from the right)
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Best WINDREF presentation: Nikita Cudjoe (center)
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Best Faculty Oral Presentations 

1. Satesh Bidaisee – SOM
2. David Marancik – SVM

Best Student Oral Presentations 

1. Hailey Bauer – SOM
2. Emily Meade – SVM
3. Shenel Sampson – SAS

Best Faculty Poster Presentations 

1. Makeda Matthew-Bernard – SOM
2. Firdous Khan – SVM

Best Student Poster Presentations 

1. Tavsimran Luthra – SOM
2. Dinielle White – SVM

Best Department of Educational Services Presentation: Todd McKay

Best WINDREF Presentation: Nikita Cudjoe

– Ray-Donna Peters

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