Center for Brain Injury Recovery & Discovery

Activities and Events

Convening researchers across Ohio State and partners to enable interdisciplinary research that advances comprehensive solutions for the invisible epidemic of brain injury.

Upcoming events

Events Calendar
July
22
CBIRD Trainee Society | Presenting Your Science
The Ohio State University Center for Brain Injury Recovery and Discovery Trainee Society presents Presenting Your Science, a workshop designed to help trainees turn complex research into clear, compelling communication. Focused on bridging the gap between science and real world audiences, this session will equip participants with practical tools to pitch their research, explain their work with clarity, and strengthen how they write and present across settings.Featuring Katie Thomas, APR, a Lecturer in communication and leader in health marketing, alongside Olga N. Kokiko-Cochran, PhD, an Associate Professor of neuroscience, the workshop brings together expertise in storytelling and science. Trainees will leave with a stronger understanding of how to make their research accessible, engaging, and impactful.Please bring an abstract of a recent publication or presentation if you are planning to attend. 
Time 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Location The James, room L035 (Wasserstrom Auditorium)
Aug
7
SUMMIT | Symposium on Unified Military & Veteran Multidisciplinary Innovation and Translation
More than a symposium, SUMMIT 2026 is full day event on August 7th at the Ohio Union, that will be a convening point for partnership across military and veteran related projects. This event brings together interdisciplinary researchers, institutional leaders, community stakeholders, and military-connected students to strengthen collaboration, expand awareness of funding opportunities, and build future pathways for research and workforce development.
Time 12:00 a.m. - 11:59 p.m.
Location Ohio Union, Archie Griffin Main Ballroom

Seminars & Series

  • Research Day
    Join researchers, clinicians, and trainees to share, discuss, and connect at the annual CBIRD Research Day. This annual scientific symposium for brain injury research features invited and local speakers, poster presentations, and updates on program and pilot projects. We invite all Ohio State faculty, staff, and students to attend. CME and Nursing CEU credits are available.
  • NeuroTrauma Research In-Progress Seminars
    CBIRD'S flagship seminar series convenes researchers to share and discuss current projects in brain injury, spinal cord injury, and related topics. This series brings together basic and clinical biological scientists, engineering and data analytics researchers, and psychologists and neuroimagers into a single collaborative group. NT-RIPS is co-sponsored by the Center for Brain & Spinal Cord Repair.
  • Buckeye Neurotrauma Lectures
    Buckeye Neurotrauma Lectures (BNL) is a free and open seminar series for the public to learn about Ohio State’s research and initiatives. The BNL series aims to promote recently published faculty research to a national or international audience. This series is co-sponsored by the Center for Brain & Spinal Cord Repair.
  • Grand Rounds
    CBIRD co-sponsors clinical grand rounds presentations to raise visibility for brain injury research, practice guidelines, and team members. These events convene clinicians, researchers, and engineers to promote interdisciplinary work that addresses clinical gaps, technological barriers, and research opportunities. CBIRD partners with clinical departments and colleges to offer this series. See our recent sessions below.
  • NeuroNights
    NeuroNights is an online workshop series that builds wellness skills, community, and connections for survivors and families affected by brain injury and other neurological conditions. All are welcome to participate, and all sessions are FREE!