14009: Research Resources: Elevating Gynecologic Science Through Funding and Publication

Saturday, November 14, 2026
10:15 am - 12:15 pm

Room: 306

Chair: Lara Harvey

Co-Chair: Yana Aznavour

Faculty: Mateo Leon, Veronica Lerner

Description: In this course, instructors will provide a practical overview of key research databases and how to effectively leverage them for high-quality scholarly work in gynecology. Participants will refine essential skills in manuscript development, with a focus on structuring, writing, and navigating the submission process to achieve successful publication within the field of gynecologic research. In addition, the course will offer a foundational understanding of the National Institutes of Health grant process as it relates to gynecology and women’s health, including key components of grant applications, review criteria, and strategies for developing competitive proposals. Together, these sessions are designed to equip participants with the core tools needed to advance academic productivity and research success in gynecology.

Learning Objectives: At the end of this course, the participant will be able to: 1) Identify major databases and registries containing variables pertinent to complex benign gynecology and compare the strengths and limitations of working with these data sources; 2) Apply best practices in scientific writing and utilize techniques to optimize written communication and increase the likelihood of manuscript acceptance; 3) Describe the perspectives of major funding agencies when evaluating research funding decisions; 4) Identify available research funding vehicles from private to federal sources; and 5) Apply strategies to optimize research funding applications in the field of complex benign gynecology.

Course Outline

10:15 AM Welcome, Introduction and Course Overview
L. Harvey

10:20 AM Inside the Editorial Machine: Tips and Tricks for Authors
V. Lerner

10:45 AM Increasing the N: Using Databases to Produce Impactful Research
L. Harvey

11:10 AM Endometrics: Funding Translational Research in Gynecology: Lessons from Venture Capital Fundraising and the NIH RADx ACT ENDO Challenge
Y. Aznavour

11:35 AM The Importance of Targeted Funding and Inclusivity in Gynecologic Research
M. Leon

12:00 PM Discussion Questions & Answers

12:15 PM Adjourn