The 28th Annual Basic Sciences Research Symposium is scheduled for October 30, 2025. 

The annual symposium brings together researchers, scientists and academics to showcase and discuss advancements in the field of basic sciences. This year’s theme is "Sex Matters: Biological Perspectives Across the Lifespan."

The keynote speaker is Farida Sohrabji, Ph.D., Regents Professor and department head of neuroscience and experimental therapeutics, and director of the Women’s Health in Neuroscience Program at Texas A&M College of Medicine.

 The symposium serves as a platform for participants to present their original research findings, share insights, and engage in discussions with peers. 

Symposium Highlights  

  • Keynote and Panel Discussions: Experts discussing cutting-edge research trends, emerging technologies and challenges.
  • Poster Sessions: Attendees share their details of the research with the presenters.
  • Networking Opportunities: There will be time to network, establish collaborations, and exchange ideas. 
  • Student Participation: Young researchers are encouraged to attend and many will be participating in the poster presentations.
  • Vendors: Attendees can browse an exhibit area of vendors providing scientific equipment, supplies and latest technological developments.  
     

“Coming together is a beginning; keeping together is progress; working together is success.”
— Edward Everett Hale