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ARO is committed to fostering year-round learning and engagement beyond the MidWinter Meeting. To support this, ARO offers a variety of virtual learning opportunities throughout the year, organized by our dedicated committees. These programs ensure the ongoing delivery of curated, high-quality content to our members.

Please enjoy the recordings below at your convenience.

November 10, 2025 | Alternative Career Path for Young Scientists: Clinical Trial Manager

ARO Coffee Hour Presented by the Education Committee

About:

Pursuing a career in academia has been a fulfilling and wonderful experience for many scientists. There is a growing interest among new science graduates in exploring career paths beyond academia and broadening their horizons. The CRO plays a crucial role in driving clinical trials for biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and medical device sponsors by providing services including study management, clinical monitoring, data management, regulatory submissions, medical writing, etc. The Clinical Trial Manager (CTM) at a CRO is responsible for the entire conduct and integrity of the clinical trial by providing oversight to all the services provided to the sponsor. CTM plays a vital role in the development of new drugs or treatments, right from their initial phase to the completion of the clinical trials.

Speaker:
Valeria Copello, PhD

Recording link:

https://youtu.be/xitbJJWoPZU

October 22, 2025 | Exploring Funding Opportunities: International and Global Support

ARO Webinar Presented by the Development, Mentorship, and Advancement Committee

About:

During this session, each speaker delivers a 20-minute presentation focused on identifying and applying for international funding opportunities, as well as managing U.S.-based research logistics. The talk ends with a 20-minute Q&A session.

Speakers:
Anna Chambers, PhD
Philippe Vincent, PhD

September 24, 2025 | The Global Otologist: Funding, Partnerships, and Innovation Across Borders

ARO Webinar Presented by the Clinician Scientist Committee

About:
This webinar will explore the evolving landscape of international industry and academic collaborations in otologic research, with insights from leading global clinician-scientists. Attendees will learn about funding opportunities that support cross-border partnerships and how to initiate and sustain successful collaborations with both academic institutions and industry stakeholders. The discussion will highlight examples of translational research projects that benefited from international or industry involvement. Junior clinician-scientists will leave with practical strategies to build collaborative networks that enhance their research impact and career development.

Speakers:
Stephen O’Leary, MD, PhD
Prof. Dr. med. Hubert Löwenheim
Yen-Fu Cheng, MD, PhD
Hinrich Staecker, MD, PhD

Moderator:
Judith Kempfle, MD

September 10, 2025 | Establishing Your Lab as a New PI

ARO Coffee Hour Presented by the Education Committee

About:
Starting your own lab as a new PI is challenging, yet a rewarding and exciting opportunity to begin a scientific career as an independent investigator in academia. This session will explore the challenges of starting your own lab (particularly in the first six months), including promoting yourself within the institution to strategic planning for setting up the lab space, negotiating and ordering equipment, and, most importantly, hiring team members, which contributes greatly to the success of a lab group. Our guest speakers will also discuss time management, including distributing one’s time for teaching and research while maintaining a good work-life balance and productivity.

Speakers:
Dr. Jinkyung Kim
Dr. Taha Jan

September 3, 2025 | Exploring Funding Opportunites: Institutional Support

ARO Coffee Hour Presented by the Development, Mentorship, and Advancement Committee

About:
During this session, speakers share their career journeys, highlighting the funding opportunities that supported them during their postdoctoral training and early faculty careers.

Speakers:
Dr. Adele Moatti
Dr. Litao Tao
Dr. Justine Renauld

January 22, 2025 | Making Presentations Great and Accessible

About:

Join the ARO Accessibility & Accommodations Committee as they share valuable insider tips and strategies on how to make your MidWinter Meeting presentation both impactful and accessible for all attendees.

Speakers:

Julia Jones Huyck, PhD
Associate Professor, Kent State University

Ariel Edward Hight, PhD
Post-doctoral Fellow,
New York University Lagone Medical Center