About

WelcomE

We are excited to invite you to the IRACDA Conference 2023, which will be held at Hyatt Regency San Antonio from June 25th to June 28th. This year’s conference will bring together researchers, educators, and students from diverse backgrounds to share knowledge and ideas on the latest developments in biomedical research and career development. With a series of keynote speeches, panel discussions, and poster presentations, the conference aims to foster collaboration and networking opportunities among attendees.

To ensure a seamless experience, we encourage participants to register for the conference as soon as possible. Additionally, we encourage you to secure your hotel room early, as accommodations can fill up quickly. The conference organizers have arranged for discounted rates at Hyatt Regency San Antonio, so please take advantage of this offer to save on your travel expenses.

Finally, we invite all attendees to submit abstracts for poster presentations, which will be displayed throughout the conference. This is a great opportunity to share your research with colleagues and receive valuable feedback. The deadline for abstract submission is May 9th, 2023. We look forward to welcoming you to the IRACDA Conference 2023.

Staff

program directors

James D. Lechleiter,
Ph.D. UT HEALTH SAN ANTONIO

James D. Lechleiter, Ph.D. is Professor of Cell Systems & Anatomy, with an educational background in physics (BS), astrophysics (BS) and physiology (PhD) and postdoctoral training in physiology and pharmacology. His laboratory investigates the molecular and cellular mechanisms of neuroprotection. In 2017, he received a Presidential Excellence in Teaching Award, UT Health San Antonio’s highest annual honor for outstanding teaching.


Babatunde “Kay” Oyajobi,
M.B.B.S., Ph.D., M.B.A.
UT HEALTH SAN ANTONIO

James D. Lechleiter, Ph.D. is Professor of Cell Systems & Anatomy, with an educational background in physics (BS), astrophysics (BS) and physiology (PhD) and postdoctoral training in physiology and pharmacology. His laboratory investigates the molecular and cellular mechanisms of neuroprotection. In 2017, he received a Presidential Excellence in Teaching Award, UT Health San Antonio’s highest annual honor for outstanding teaching.

Comittee

Jonathan King, Ph.D.,
UT HEALTH SAN ANTONIO
Meredith Ogle, Ph.D.,
UT HEALTH SAN ANTONIO
Benjamin T. Enslow,
M.D.,UT HEALTH SAN ANTONIO
Rogers Brown, Ph.D.,
UT HEALTH SAN ANTONIO
Alisa Isaac, Ph.D.,
UT HEALTH SAN ANTONIO
Emily Lancaster, Ph.D.,
UT HEALTH SAN ANTONIO
Ann Griffith, Ph.D.,
UT HEALTH SAN ANTONIO:
Microbiology, Immunology &
Molecular Genetics

James S. Hall, Ph.D.,
UT HEALTH SAN ANTONIO:

Ahmad Galaleldeen, Ph.D.,
UT HEALTH SAN ANTONIO
Rachael Lastname, PPP.,
SCHOOL: STUDY
Rheaclare Fraser-Spears,
Ph.D.,

university of the incarnate word: 
pharmaceutical sciences

Charles S. Fermaintt, Ph.D.,
university of the incarnate word: 
biochemistry

David Libich, Ph.D.,
UT HEALTH SAN ANTONIO: biochemistry
and structural biology

Teresita Munguia, Ph.D.,
Our Lady of the Lake University:
Chemistry

Lori Boies, Ph.D.,
St. Mary’s University: Biological Sciences