This month was full of celebrations at BWH! Earlier in the month several BRI team members were recognized at the 2019 BWH Service Award Celebration.

Then, this week, we kicked off the summer season with two events – a Research Appreciation Celebration to acknowledge and thank all those who contribute to the research mission and the Annual Postdoc Summer BBQ to celebrate all of our dedicated post-doctoral fellows.

I’m really excited to amplify Dr Paul Anderson’s announcement about the new Research Sundry Program, which will offer some institutional support to eligible investigators when it rolls out on October 1^st.

Lastly, in an effort to streamline communications, the BRI will now be sending out a single newsletter every Monday morning. We hope you enjoy the BRI Weekly and would love to get your feedback on it. As always, please reach out to ResearchHelpline@bwh.harvard.edu with any thoughts, questions, or concerns.

The outstanding work of the Brigham research community is what drives us forward towards our goal of a healthier world through scientific discovery. I’m proud to be a part of the Brigham Research Institute leadership who support and advocate for the research community.

T here are over 4,700 BWH employees engaged in research. Earlier this week, the BRI and the Office for Research careers hosted a research appreciation celebration for our dedicated research community who work to create a healthier world through their innovations and discoveries.

A highlight of the event was the formal announcement the winners of the inaugural President’s Scholar Awards by Dr. Betsy Nabel, Brigham Health President. Four outstanding investigators were selected to receive $100,000 per year for three years through this mechanism. Dr. Nabel also thanked Richard Blumberg, MD for his years of leadership as part of the BRI executive Committee. Other awardees and grant reviewers were also recognized at this event.

Following the recognition ceremony portion of the evening was a fun and informal reception to continue the celebrations, network, and play games with colleagues over food and drink.