Advancing Whole Health: Research and Innovation Exchange
Advancing Whole Health: Research and Innovation Exchange
Monday, December 1 | 1:00 – 5:00 PM
Virginia Tech Inn and Skelton Conference Center
Join us for an afternoon celebrating innovation, collaboration, and momentum in Whole Health at Virginia Tech!
This interactive event will bring together researchers, clinicians, and community partners to:
- Showcase Whole Health projects in action
- Spark new pilot ideas in a high-energy Ideation Sprint
Why Attend?
- Celebrate What’s Already Happening: Hear Seeds in Action — brief, dynamic highlights from seed-grant-funded Whole Health research teams, showcasing discoveries, lessons learned, and the growing momentum in Whole Health.
- Collaborate & Spark New Ideas: Participate in a structured Ideation Sprint, dive into themed breakout rooms, form interdisciplinary teams, and co-create promising project concepts. Your ideas and perspective matter!
- Connect & Grow Your Network: Meet researchers, clinicians, and community partners — expand your network, exchange ideas, and explore new ways to collaborate.
- Watch Your Idea Grow: All concepts generated during the Sprint will be displayed in the Idea Gallery, where attendees can explore projects and signal interest in joining or supporting teams.
- Earn Continuing Medical Education (CME) Credit!: This activity is accredited by the Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM) for up to 2.75 AOA 1-A Credits and 2.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with their participation in the activity.
Event Agenda
1:00 – 1:20 PM | Welcome Reception & Refreshments
Arrive, enjoy light refreshments, and connect informally with other attendees.
1:20 – 1:30 PM | Opening Remarks - Dr. Dan Sui, Senior Vice President and Chief Research and Innovation Officer
1:30 – 2:45 PM | Seeds in Action: WHC-Funded Research Highlights
Seed-grant-funded teams share short, high-impact presentations showcasing discoveries, lessons learned, and the breadth of Whole Health research at Virginia Tech.
2:45 – 3:45 PM | Networking & Ideation Sprint
- Form interdisciplinary teams in themed breakout rooms
- Co-create Whole Health project concepts: define the challenge, outline the approach, identify partners, and map next steps
- Engage in structured brainstorming while allowing time for organic networking
3:45 – 4:15 PM | Highlights from the Ideation Sprint
Selected teams present emerging project concepts and receive feedback from Consortium members and university leaders.
4:15 – 5:00 PM | Showcase Reception & Closing
Enjoy refreshments, continue conversations, and explore the Idea Gallery to discover new collaborations.
Who Should Attend?
This event is ideal for researchers, clinicians, and community partners interested in:
- Contributing ideas and building collaborations
- Learning from seed-grant funded Whole Health research teams
- Exploring innovative project concepts
- Expanding their professional network
Continuing Medical Education (CME) Credit
Accreditation
The Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM) is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) to provide AOA 1-A credits for physicians.
The Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM) is also accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ for physicians.
Designation Statement
The Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM) designates this live activity for a maximum of 2.75 AOA 1-A credits. Physicians should only claim credits commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
The Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM) also designates this live activity for a maximum of 2.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credits commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Registration
Spaces are limited — Register today to secure your spot!
This event is made possible through the generous support of the American Cancer Society and an anonymous foundation through the Collective to Strengthen Pathways for Health Research, along with our dedicated partners committed to advancing health and well-being in rural communities.