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Sleep, Depression, and the Path from Undergrad to NIMH at University of Southern California

Sleep, Depression, and the Path from Undergrad to NIMH

Samika Kumar presents research on sleep and its relationship to depression and suicidality, and describes her path through research training at NIH.

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November 5, 2026 · 1 PM – 2 PM

University of Southern California, Los Angeles · Free ·

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Hear Samika Kumar discuss sleep, depression, suicidality, and her path into NIH research.

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Samika Kumar (postdoctoral researcher, NIMH) presents her research on sleep and its relationship to depression and suicidality, and shares her path from undergrad to PhD to postdoc at the NIH — including her experience in the NIH Graduate Partnerships Program. If you're considering a research career in clinical neuroscience or wondering how to get into the NIH intramural program, this is a rare chance to hear directly from someone who's done it. Part of the PRAXIS Fall 2026 Speaker Series.

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