The CVM Research, Innovation, Discovery, and Education (RIDE) Seminar Series offers a platform for cutting-edge exploration and discussion of veterinary research. The series will bring engaging experts from diverse disciplines to present their latest findings, methodologies, and innovations, fostering a dynamic exchange of ideas. The RIDE Seminars serve as a catalyst for collaboration and intellectual growth, promoting advancements that contribute to the forefront of One Health knowledge and its applications.
Register for an upcoming Seminar here!
Registration not required for UMN CVM attendees
Next up:
One Health Day panel, November 4, 2026, 1:30–2:30 p.m.
Join us for a special RIDE Seminar as part of the College of Veterinary Medicine Inclusive Excellence Symposium, “One Health in Action: Centering the human-animal unit in clinical care and community”
The Community Medicine team has piloted One Health Clinics in Minneapolis and Duluth with a variety of university partners and local organizations. Learn about these interprofessional clinics and the collaborators that have made them happen, including student-run medical and veterinary clubs, the Medical School, College of Pharmacy, College of Social Work and community partners.
Featured panelists:
- Lauren Bernstein, MVB, MPH, DACVPM
- Brian Sick, MD, MHA, FACP, FNAP
- Anna Kucera, MPH
- Lindsey Knox, DVM, MPH
- Jenny Glover, LVT
Future seminars:
Seminars typically occur on the second Wednesday of the month, noon–1 p.m. (exceptions noted with * below)
November 11, 2026: Whitney Knauer
December 9, 2026: Jen Granick (2026 Mark of Excellence Award recipient)
January 13, 2027: Education research panel with the Center for Educational Innovation (details to come)
February 10, 2027: Dan Regan, Colorado State University
*March 3, 2027: Research Ethics Week event (details to come)
March 10, 2027: Katie Minor (2026 Hill’s Research Staff Excellence Award recipient)
April 14, 2027: Laura Knoll, University of Wisconsin
*April 28, 2027: Special Virtual Seminar featuring Nicky Mason, University of Pennsylvania
May 12, 2027: Leigh Anne Clark, University of Georgia
June 9, 2027: RIDE Summit featuring keynote RIDE Seminar from the 2027 CVM Distinguished Research Alum
Past seminars
Recording coming soon!
October 14, 2026
"Recombination, reassortment, and accessories: The dynamic and ‘funky’ lifestyle of DNA viruses," Arvind Varsani (Arizona State University)