Research Week 2026

The Department of Pediatrics Research Address

8-9 a.m., zoom

Session Overview: Forthcoming

Speaker: Jim Gern, MD – Professor, Vice Chair of Research, Division of Allergy, Immunology & Rheumatology, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health

Speaker: Kayla Lemmon – Clinical Research Director, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health

Cross Institutions Research Discussion

12-1 p.m., zoom

Moderator: Kayla Lemmon – Clinical Research Director, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health

Panelists: Forthcoming

Session Overview: Forthcoming

Utilizing Epic’s Cosmos for Research: How to and Example Projects

8-9 a.m., zoom

Session Overview: Epic Cosmos is a large, collaborative, continuously updating, multi-site dataset. During this session we will describe more about what Epic Cosmos is, what it isn’t, and how to obtain access at UWSMPH. We will then provide example pediatric projects that are in process to illustrate the potential for others to utilize Cosmos for research.

Speaker: Matt Harer, MD – Associate Professor, Neonatology & Newborn Nursery, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health

Speaker: David F. Schneider, MD, MS, FACS – Associate Professor, Division of Endocrine Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health

Speaker: Neil Munjal, MD, MS – Assistant Professor, Division of Critical Care, Division of Global Pediatrics, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health

ICTR Presentation

12-1 p.m., zoom

Speaker: Bernadette Gillick, PhD, MSPT, PT – Professor, Division of Developmental Pediatrics & Rehabilitation Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health

Session Overview: Forthcoming

Trainees in Research: Pathways and Pearls

8-9 a.m., zoom

Session Overview: Forthcoming

Moderator: Pelin Cengiz, MD – Professor, Division of Critical Care, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health

Panelist: Ryan Risgaard, BS – Medical Student , University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health

Panelist: Paige Condit, MD – Fellow, Division of Neonatology and Newborn Nursery, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health

Panelist: Ryan Lindstrom, MD – Resident, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health

Fellow Capstone Research Presentations

12-3 p.m., HSLC 1345, zoom

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Session Overview: Join us as our graduating fellows present their capstone research projects, showcasing the culmination of their scholarly work and contributions to their fields. This session offers an opportunity to learn from their innovative research, celebrate their accomplishments, and support them as they transition to the next stage of their careers.

Speaker Order: Forthcoming, presenters below:

• Hayley Talboy, DO – Fellow, Division of Cardiology, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
• Diana Montes Ramirez, MD – Fellow, Division of Critical Care, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
• Kim Vidmar, MD – Fellow, Division of Endocrinology and Diabetes, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
• Allison Weisnicht, MD – Fellow, Hematology, Oncology, Transplant, and Cellular Therapy, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
• Tess Woodring, MD – Fellow, Hematology, Oncology, Transplant, and Cellular Therapy, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
• Natalia Kot, MD – Fellow, Division of Hospital Medicine & Complex Care, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
• Paige Condit, MD – Fellow, Division of Neonatology & Newborn Nursery, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
• Rutvi Shah-Jani, MD – Fellow, Division of Neonatology & Newborn Nursery, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health

The Gerard B. Odell Lecture

Hosted by Pediatrics Grand Rounds

7:30-8:30 a.m., HSLC 1345, zoom

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Session Speaker: Christian Capitini, MD – Professor, Division Chief, Division of Hematology, Oncology, Transplant, and Cellular Therapy, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health

Session Overview: Forthcoming

The Odell and Wald Award Lecture

8:30-9:30 a.m., HSLC 1345, zoom

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8:30-9 a.m. The Odell Award Winner Present

Speaker: Forthcoming

9-9:30 a.m. The Wald Award Winner Present

Speaker: Forthcoming

The Ellen R. Wald Faculty Research Forum

9:40-11 a.m., HSLC 1345, zoom

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Session Overview: The Wald Faculty Research Forum highlights the incredible and important research being conducted within the Department of Pediatrics. This session features faculty speakers sharing innovative work that advances clinical care, education, and discovery across pediatrics.

9:40-1	Speaker: April Hall, PhD, MS, CGC – assistant professor, Associate Director of Research for the UW Genetic Counselor Studies Program, Division of Genetics and Metabolism, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
10-10:20	Speaker: Awni Al-Subu, MD, FAAP, FCCM – associate professor of Pediatrics, Medical Director, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Medical Director, Pediatric Respiratory Care, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
10:20-10:40	Speaker: Forthcoming
10:40-11	Speaker: Becca Warwick, MD – assistant professor, Division of General Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health

Research Resources

11:10 a.m. to Noon, HSLC 1345, zoom

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Session Overview: The Research Resources Session highlights three of the many administrative programs led by our dedicated staff to support and strengthen the research mission of the Department of Pediatrics. These programs play a vital role in creating the infrastructure and support that enable our researchers to thrive, helping advance discovery, collaboration, and innovation across the department.

11:10-11:25 a.m.	Speaker: Emily Greendonner – Press Secretary, UW Health Communications Session Overview: This session will provide an overview of what media is and how it can help translate and amplify research for broader, consumer-facing audiences. Participants will learn why media engagement matters for extending the impact of their work beyond academic settings. The session will also highlight how communications support is available to faculty, including how to collaborate on media outreach and storytelling. Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of how to connect for support and elevate their research through strategic communications.
11:25-11:40 a.m.	Speaker: Forthcoming
11:40-11:55 a.m.	Speaker: Neil Paloian, MD – Associate Professor, Division of Nephrology, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health

Research Week Keynote

1-1:30 p.m., HSLC 1345, zoom

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Session Speaker: Nita Ahuja, MD, MBA – Dean of the School of Medicine and Public Health, University of Wisconsin – Madison

Session Overview: Forthcoming

Platform Presentations

1:30-3 p.m., HSLC 1345, zoom

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Session Overview: Following the keynote, six platform presentations will feature faculty and trainees selected by the Research Week Committee for their innovative and impactful work. Each presenter will showcase their research, providing attendees with an engaging view of the breadth and depth of scholarship happening across the department.

Speakers: Forthcoming

Research Week Poster Session

3-4:30 p.m., HSLC Atrium

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The Poster Session is hosted in the HSLC Atrium and showcases 80–90 posters highlighting the incredible research being conducted across the Department of Pediatrics. This is a unique opportunity to explore a wide variety of projects, engage directly with researchers, and celebrate their accomplishments. Light refreshments will be provided for attendees.

Forthcoming