Young Investigators
ADA Member Exclusive Webinar

This session will highlight the experiences, challenges, and aspirations of emerging investigators shaping the future of cardiometabolic research. Through a dynamic discussion, early-career researchers in diabetes, obesity, and cardiovascular disease will share insights into their career pathways, research interests, and the opportunities and obstacles they have encountered along the way.
Overview

Join fellow American Diabetes Association® (ADA) professional members for a live, one-hour panel discussion, Young Investigators

This session will highlight the experiences, challenges, and aspirations of emerging investigators shaping the future of cardiometabolic research. Through a dynamic discussion, early-career researchers in diabetes, obesity, and cardiovascular disease will share insights into their career pathways, research interests, and the opportunities and obstacles they have encountered along the way. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the evolving cardiometabolic research landscape and explore innovative ideas and future directions being pursued by the next generation of scientific leaders. This program offers a unique opportunity to learn from rising experts and engage in conversations about the future of discovery, collaboration, and impact in cardiometabolic health. 

Hosted by the Diabetes & Cardiovascular Disease Interest Group.

Learning Objectives

At the end of the session, participants will be able to: 

  • Describe the career pathways and research trajectories of emerging investigators in diabetes, obesity, and cardiovascular disease. 
  • Discuss current challenges and opportunities facing early-career researchers in cardiometabolic health. 
  • Explore future directions in cardiometabolic research as envisioned by the next generation of scientific leaders. 
Faculty

Layla A Abushamat, MD, MPH, DABOM 

Assistant Professor 
Baylor College of Medicine

Yu Mi Kang, MD, PhD 

Instructor in Medicine 

Brigham and Women's Hospital 

Richard E. Pratley, MD 

Samuel E. Crockett Chair in Diabetes Research, Senior Investigator and Diabetes Program Lead  

AdventHealth Translational Research Institute 

Summary
Availability:
Registration Required
Expires on Dec 07, 2026
Location:
Online Meeting
Date / Time:
Oct 07, 2026 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM ET
Cost:
FREE
Credit Offered:
No Credit Offered
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