Career Development
Larry Rudel Award
The Larry Rudel Award honors outstanding trainees working on topics closely related to lipid metabolism and lipid-related disease. Three graduate students or post docs within 5 years of their terminal degree will have the opportunity to compete for a $500 cash prize. Presentations will be made at a dedicated session with judges selecting the top presentation. Abstracts are due July 29 for consideration.
Selected Abstracts
Six abstracts will be selected for podium presentations throughout the conference. Abstracts are due July 29 for consideration.
Poster Presentations
All abstracts submitted by August 19 are eligible for poster display during the Poster Sessions.
Career Development Lunch
Trainees will hear about the career pathways of four individuals across the spectrum of scientific careers. Following a brief panel discussion, trainees will have the opportunity to engage the panelists during a business luncheon.
Registration is required for this free event.
90 Second Poster Pitch
Trainees can register to present their work in a 90 Second Poster Pitch Session. These brief presentations occur before each poster session and allow the trainee to "advertise" their poster in a 90 second, one slide presentation.
Networking
FLRC is known for being an exceedingly social event where trainees are given ample space to interact with leaders in the field.
