MSTP Annual Retreat
MSTP Annual Retreat
The 24th Annual MSTP Retreat Kicks Off a Fantastic Year
We kicked off the year with our 24th Annual MSTP Retreat at Glendoveers on a beautiful sunny August day. Students presented an exciting mix of clinical cases and research talks: from a case of Streptococcus equi to mouse behavior, spatiotemporal lineage tracing to microfluidic perfusion, and bone marrow to the environmental conditions of life in space — we sure ran the gamut in terms of topics.
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We were excited to welcome back Ethan Winkler MD, PhD, a prominent vascular neurosurgeon and esteemed alumni of our MSTP, for the keynote address about his research on vascular lesions and the development of novel therapeutics. Sprinkled in with all the science, we had plenty of fun too, between a wacky scavenger hunt and edge-of-your-seat jeopardy. A few M4s also provided excellent advice on navigating the various stages of physician-scientist training, with an emphasis on staying true to yourself. Another successful retreat in the books!
 MSTPs and Director, Kerry O'Banion, discussing their commonalities in an icebreaker activity. |  MSTPs, Alison, Victor, Dan, Jordan, Margaux, and Thomas, teaming up together during Jeopardy. |
 M2s, Edward, Julie, Mattie, and Shu Yi enjoying lunch together. |  MSTPs, Jordan, Katy, Margaux, Emma, Levy, and Jithin, catching up with each other during lunch. |
 Varshini Murugesh presenting her basic science research. |  M4s, Alison Livada and Alan Finkelstein, imparting their knowledge and wisdom to our MSTP cohort |
Recap Written by Emily Isenstein, MSTP Alumna (2026)