Mark your calendars and sign up now for two of the School of Pharmacy’s most unique continuing education events:
June 25-26, 2018
Mechanisms & Therapeutics in Immunotherapy
Mystic Marriott, Groton, Connecticut
This two day program will present recent developments in the science of immunology with a state-of-the-art discussion of immune based therapies in transplantation and cancer. Topics include: Immune System and Cell Signaling, Innate Immunity/Inflammation: MHC and Antigen Processing, Antigen Receptor Diversity in Primary and Secondary Responses, Immune Tolerance, Immune Defense Against Pathogens, Efficacy of Vaccines, Tumor Immunotherapy, and Transplantation Immunology.
Who should attend? Ph.D’s, MDs, PharmDs Medical Liaisons, and Research Scientists interested in advancing their knowledge and skills in the area of immunology mechanisms and therapeutics.
The event includes dinner at the iconic waterfront destination, Abbott’s Lobster in the Rough.
More information and link to sign up HERE.
November 5-9, 2018
The Mediterranean Diet from an Italian Perspective
Florence, Italy
The Mediterranean diet is one of the most unique, delicious and important diets in terms of its ability to optimize our health, promote longevity, prevent disease and sustain our environment. Scientific studies and meta-analyses unequivocally demonstrate that the Mediterranean diet is effective in preventing or even reversing cardiovascular disease, the number one killer in the US and Europe. As a result, the US obesity rates are 3 times higher than Italians and our life span is 4 years shorter.
Although the foods consumed in the Mediterranean countries form quite possibly the healthiest diet in the world, what do Americans really understand about the Mediterranean diet aside from the media portrayal? Similarly, medical professionals have a strong scientific basis for recom- mending the Mediterranean Diet to their clientele, but do we really understand the nuances of this diet and lifestyle?
The primary purpose of this conference is to reveal new perspectives of the Mediterranean diet and lifestyle to practicing health care providers in the US. Most of the speakers in the confer- ence will be Italians who will provide a unique perspective on the Mediterranean Diet; its im- portant foods, culture, history.
The conference workshops and tours will take full advantage of the rich Mediterranean cuisine and examine first-hand the profound role food plays in community, family, ethnicity, nutrition, health, and national identity. Overall, attendees will experience the insider’s view of the real Mediterranean diet; one that is considerably different than what is portrayed in the US. The event includes local tours and cultural events.
Who should attend? US pharmacists and Dietitians.
More information and link to sign up HERE.
Events are planned and coordinated by the University of Connecticut School of Pharmacy’s Office of Continuing Education.
Questions please email: Joanne.nault@uconn.edu
