Beyond “Involvement”: Capacity-Building for True Patient-Centered Research

When: Monday, January 12, 2026 at Noon
Where: South Campus - RM D1.602 and on MS Teams
Presented by: 
Nichole Nidey, PhD Assistant Professor, Dept. of Epidemiology University of Iowa College of Public Health

Dr. Nidey joins us to share a compelling case example of meaningful, intentional patient engagement and capacity building that goes far beyond “checking the box.” You will hear how the EMPOWER Project partners with mothers with lived experience of substance use, demonstrating what authentic research co-creation looks like in practice. Learn strategies for strengthening patient-partner confidence and skills, fostering shared leadership, and building systems that prioritize trust, relevance, and lasting impact.

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Sponsored by the UT Southwestern CTSA Program Office of Community Health and Research Engagement