The entire campus community is invited to attend the next President’s Lecture, featuring James Collins, Ph.D., Professor of Pharmacology, whose research explores the fascinating and often hidden world of parasites and the diseases they cause. In his presentation, Dr. Collins will take attendees inside the complex lives of schistosomes and reveal what these organisms can teach us about survival, adaptation, and human health. 

You Complete Me: The Secret Lives of Schistosomes

Thursday, Sept. 17, 2026  

4 p.m. Lecture – Reception to follow 

Tom and Lula Gooch Auditorium  

Livestream also available

The President’s Lecture Series is presented in appreciation of UT Southwestern staff, whose dedication and contributions enable our researchers to excel in education, research, and patient care.  

Registration is required:  

I will attend online | I will attend in person 

For those attending in person, the gates at Staff Garage 2 on South Campus will be open for this event.