Vanderbilt University Medical Center has launched the Discovery Lecture Series featuring the world's most eminent scientists, who will speak on the highest-impact research and policy issues in science and medicine today. In light of COVID-19, the Discovery Lecture Series may be conducted via interactive webinar, or in person with associated live stream. See each event listing for details. All lectures, unless otherwise indicated, start at 4 p.m. Please register here in order to receive the webinar instructions (only for lectures indicated as virtual).

DAVID CLAPHAM, MD, PHD
- Former Vice President and Chief Scientific Officer, Howard Hughes Medical Institute
- Senior Group Leader Emeritus, Janelia Research Campus
- Aldo R. Castañeda Professor of Cardiovascular Research, Emeritus
- Professor of Neurobiology, Emeritus
- Harvard Medical School
April 2, 2026 | 4 p.m. | Location: 202 Light Hall
Sponsored by the Vanderbilt Medical Scientist Training Program
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