What does it really take to grow from managing one grant to sustaining two or three at the same time? This in-person panel explores the benefits and challenges of scaling a research portfolio, including increased impact and independence alongside the risks of burnout, overcommitment, and administrative overload. Through candid reflections and practical strategies, panelists will share how they navigated growth, organized their labs, and built sustainable funding trajectories over time.

Date: Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Time: 2:30pm-3:30pm
Location: College of Public Health Building

Panelists

• Allison Bruhn (Professor, Special Education)

• Korey Kennelty (Patrick E. Keefe Professor in Pharmacy, Pharmacy Practice and Science)

• Peter Thorne (Professor, University of Iowa Distinguished Chair, Occupational and Environmental Health)

Moderator

• David Schwebel (Vice President for Research)

Registration

Register here by April 6. The RDO will send a calendar invitation and room details upon registration.

Questions?

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