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Welcome to the website of the 44th Annual Research and Education Forum of the Medical Sciences Campus of the University of Puerto Rico!
The Annual Forum is the leading academic event of the Medical Sciences Campus of the University of Puerto Rico. This activity allows students, faculty, and researchers from the campus and other educational institutions in Puerto Rico and abroad to participate and present the results of their projects. In addition, it allows for the exchange of knowledge and debates on new findings resulting from research and programs, which inform about the theory and evidence-based practice of health sciences and education.
The Forum will be held in person from March 13 to 15, 2024, at the University of Puerto Rico Medical Sciences Campus.
Final Scientific Program
Final Scientific Program
Final Scientific Program
Final Scientific Program
Final Scientific Program
Final Scientific Program
Here are the link to download the Scientific Program (Draft)
Final Scientific Program- 2024 (pdf)
DownloadAbstracts MSC Annual Research & Education Forum 2024
Abstracts MSC Annual Research & Education Forum 2024
Abstracts MSC Annual Research & Education Forum 2024
Abstracts MSC Annual Research & Education Forum 2024
Abstracts MSC Annual Research & Education Forum 2024
Abstracts MSC Annual Research & Education Forum 2024
Winners
Winners
Winners
Winners
Winners
Winners
Oral and Posters Presentations
Scientific Program Guides
Scientific Program Guides
Scientific Program Guides
Scientific Program Guides
Scientific Program Guides
Scientific Program Guides
Plenary Sessions
Plenary Sessions
Plenary Sessions
Plenary Sessions
Plenary Sessions
Plenary Sessions
Organizing Committee
Organizing Committee
Organizing Committee
Organizing Committee
Organizing Committee
Organizing Committee
Carmen L. Cadilla Vázquez, PhD
Carmen L. Cadilla Vázquez, PhD
Carmen L. Cadilla Vázquez, PhD
Interim Dean for Academic Affairs &
Chair Organizing Committee
Efraín Flores Rivera, MLS, EdD
Carmen L. Cadilla Vázquez, PhD
Carmen L. Cadilla Vázquez, PhD
Librarian IV & Interim Library Director
Coordinator of the Organizing Committee
Carlos A. Ortiz, PhDc, MBA
Carmen L. Cadilla Vázquez, PhD
Natalia Valentin Carro, MS, PhD
Associate Professor - Director RCM Online
Deanship of Academic Affairs
Natalia Valentin Carro, MS, PhD
Milagros J. Toro Arrivillaga, DDS, MSD, PhD
Natalia Valentin Carro, MS, PhD
Assistant Professor - Department of Anatomy & Neurobiology - School of Medicine
Antonio H. Martins, PhD, Mac
Milagros J. Toro Arrivillaga, DDS, MSD, PhD
Milagros J. Toro Arrivillaga, DDS, MSD, PhD
Associate Professor - Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology - School of Medicine
Milagros J. Toro Arrivillaga, DDS, MSD, PhD
Milagros J. Toro Arrivillaga, DDS, MSD, PhD
Milagros J. Toro Arrivillaga, DDS, MSD, PhD
Associate Professor - Surgical Sciences Department - Diagnostic Science Section-School of Dental Medicine
Augusto Elías Boneta, DMD, MSD
Ana M. Parrilla Rodríguez, MD, MP
Augusto Elías Boneta, DMD, MSD
Professor & Assistant Dean for Research
School of Dental Medicine
José O. Colón Sáez, PhD
Ana M. Parrilla Rodríguez, MD, MP
Augusto Elías Boneta, DMD, MSD
Associate Professor - Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences - School of Pharmacy
Ana M. Parrilla Rodríguez, MD, MP
Ana M. Parrilla Rodríguez, MD, MP
Nirzka M. Labault Cabeza, PhD, MPH, RPh
Professor - Human Development Department
Graduate School of Public Health
Nirzka M. Labault Cabeza, PhD, MPH, RPh
Nirzka M. Labault Cabeza, PhD, MPH, RPh
Nirzka M. Labault Cabeza, PhD, MPH, RPh
Professor - Gerontology Program
Human Development Department-
Graduate School of Public Health
Elinette M. Albino, MT, PhD, MSc
Nirzka M. Labault Cabeza, PhD, MPH, RPh
Elinette M. Albino, MT, PhD, MSc
Associate Professor - Clinical Lab. Sciences Program - School of Health Professions
Sandra I. Ralat, PhD, MSc
Nirzka M. Labault Cabeza, PhD, MPH, RPh
Elinette M. Albino, MT, PhD, MSc
Assistant Professor - Department of Psychiatry School of Medicine
Rosa Román-Oyola, PhD, MEd, OTR/L
Rosa Román-Oyola, PhD, MEd, OTR/L
Rosa Román-Oyola, PhD, MEd, OTR/L
Professor - Occupational Therapy Program
School of Health Professions
Solymar Solis Báez, BA
Rosa Román-Oyola, PhD, MEd, OTR/L
Rosa Román-Oyola, PhD, MEd, OTR/L
Director
Center for Research and Evidence-Based Practice - School of Nursing
Carmen M. Arroyo Noboa, PhD, MSN, MSc, RN, FCCM
Carmen M. Arroyo Noboa, PhD, MSN, MSc, RN, FCCM
Carmen M. Arroyo Noboa, PhD, MSN, MSc, RN, FCCM
Professor
PhD in Nursing Program - School of Nursing
Carlos J. Cañuelas Perreira, EdD, CPL
Carmen M. Arroyo Noboa, PhD, MSN, MSc, RN, FCCM
Carmen M. Arroyo Noboa, PhD, MSN, MSc, RN, FCCM
Counselor II
Director Student Center for Counseling and Psychology (CECSI)
Acknowledgment and Gratitude to Our Evaluators
Acknowledgment and Gratitude to Our Evaluators
Acknowledgment and Gratitude to Our Evaluators
Acknowledgment and Gratitude to Our Evaluators
Acknowledgment and Gratitude to Our Evaluators
Acknowledgment and Gratitude to Our Evaluators
We extend our deepest gratitude to the distinguished professors and researchers from the University of Puerto Rico (UPR) Medical Sciences Campus, other UPR campuses, private universities within Puerto Rico, and academic institutions from around the globe for their invaluable collaboration as evaluators of the 162 abstracts received for the 44th Annual Research and Education Forum.
Your expertise, dedication, and comprehensive insights have been instrumental in maintaining this forum's highest academic and scientific excellence standards. The diversity of your academic backgrounds and the depth of your knowledge have contributed significantly to a rich, multidisciplinary discourse essential for fostering innovation and advancing research in our communities and beyond.
This collaboration underscores the unity and strength of our academic and scientific communities and highlights your crucial role in shaping the future of research and education. Your contributions have made a significant impact, ensuring the success of this prestigious event.
We are profoundly thankful for your commitment and look forward to the continued advancements your efforts will inspire.
With sincere appreciation,
Carmen L. Cadilla Vázquez, PhD
Chair
Organizing Committee
44th Annual Research and Education Forum
University of Puerto Rico Medical Sciences Campus