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CRANI Sessions

CRANI sessions differ from the traditional departmental lecture. They are intended to be interactive and informal sessions that encourage collaboration, discussion, and the exchange of ideas. They are more similar to lab meetings, with the “lab” being a unique network of faculty and trainees across departments and primary disciplines. We thus refer to CRANI meetings as sessions, rather than lectures. 

Accordingly, CRANI speakers are encouraged to plan their sessions and topics with an interactive component and avoid lengthy lecture presentations of published data. Talks should generally include about 20-30 minutes of data/idea presentation with the remainder of time for discussion. Topics should focus on new ideas or works in progress that provoke discussion or would benefit from collegial feedback. These might include new research directions, recent results, grant ideas, or presentation of new techniques, new faculty interests, or collaboration opportunities. Sessions are also appropriate for rehearsals of talks and posters, e.g. for upcoming national meetings, and can be led by either faculty or trainee speakers.

Most of all, CRANI sessions are meant to be fun and engaging – a unique opportunity in our academic schedules to enjoy and explore the science of acute brain injury. 

Upcoming Sessions

Tuning In: Connecting with Your Rhythm in Nature

Cincinnati
5090 Observatory Cir

Meet at the Ault Park Flag Pole

Free Nature as Medicine Program Exclusively for those Touched by Cancer

Join the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center's Survivorship & Supportive Services Program & the Osher Center for Tuning In: Connecting With Your Rhythm in Nature, a rejuvenating 2-hour workshop designed exclusively for those touched by cancer, offering a blend of nature-based mindfulness and the healing power of rhythm. 

The event will begin with a walking meditation in the serene woods of Ault Park led by Barbara Walker, PhD, followed by a therapeutic drum circle led by Jennie Martin, HealthRythms facilitator, where the collective sound and rhythm foster emotional expression, connection, and deep relaxation.

What to Bring: comfortable walking shoes, water, and an open heart and mind. Drums will be provided. Meet at the flag pole in front of the pavilion.

Learn more & register now!

Past Sessions

Tuning In: Connecting with Your Rhythm in Nature

Cincinnati
5090 Observatory Cir

Meet at the Ault Park Flag Pole

Free Nature as Medicine Program Exclusively for those Touched by Cancer

Join the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center's Survivorship & Supportive Services Program & the Osher Center for Tuning In: Connecting With Your Rhythm in Nature, a rejuvenating 2-hour workshop designed exclusively for those touched by cancer, offering a blend of nature-based mindfulness and the healing power of rhythm. 

The event will begin with a walking meditation in the serene woods of Ault Park led by Barbara Walker, PhD, followed by a therapeutic drum circle led by Jennie Martin, HealthRythms facilitator, where the collective sound and rhythm foster emotional expression, connection, and deep relaxation.

What to Bring: comfortable walking shoes, water, and an open heart and mind. Drums will be provided. Meet at the flag pole in front of the pavilion.

Learn more & register now!

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Contact Us

Collaborative for Research on Acute Neurological Injury (CRANI)

231 Albert Sabin Way
Cincinnati, OH 45267

Bradley Hinger
Program Coordinator
Email: hingerby@ucmail.uc.edu