Science at Lunchtime

This series offers SDDRC members a platform to present their research, enjoy a shared lunch, and engage in networking opportunities designed to foster community connections and collaborations.

This lecture provides a unique opportunity for attendees to engage in insightful discussions, share experiences, and broaden their understanding of digestive diseases. Whether you are a seasoned researcher or just starting, we believe you'll find value in this enriching series.

We encourage you to invite colleagues who may also benefit from this gathering.

We look forward to your presence and the valuable contributions you'll bring to our discussions.

 Upcoming Meetings

Date: Monday, December 15, 2025
Time: 12:15 – 1:15 pm, Pacific Time, Hybrid Meeting
Location: BRF2-5A03 (Conference Room)

Online: Zoom Meeting
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Speaker:
Cynthia Hsu, MD, PhD
Assistant Professor
Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine
UC San Diego

Title: The Gut-Brain Axis in Alcohol Use Disorder

Date: Monday, January 12, 2026
Time: 12:15 – 1:15 pm, Pacific Time, Hybrid Meeting
Location: BRF2-5A03 (Conference Room)

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Speaker:
Cristina Llorente​, PhD
Assistant Professor
Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine
UC San Diego

Title: TBD

Date: Monday, March 09, 2026
Time: 12:15 – 1:15 pm, Pacific Time, Hybrid Meeting
Location: BRF2-5A03 (Conference Room)

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Speaker:
Guillaume Urtecho, PhD
Assistant Professor of Medicine, Hanna H. Gray Faculty Fellow, Division of Gastroenterology & Hepatology
UC San Diego

Title: TBD

Date: Monday, April 13, 2026
Time: 12:15 – 1:15 pm, Pacific Time, Hybrid Meeting
Location: BRF2-5A03 (Conference Room)

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Speaker:
​Rena H. Yadlapati, MD
Associate Professor
Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine
UC San Diego

Title: TBD

Date: Monday, May 11, 2026
Time: 12:15 – 1:15 pm, Pacific Time, Hybrid Meeting
Location: BRF2-5A03 (Conference Room)

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Speaker:
Marygorret Obonyo, PhD
Associate Professor, Department of Medicine
UC San Diego

Title: TBD

Date: Monday, June 06, 2026
Time: 12:15 – 1:15 pm, Pacific Time, Hybrid Meeting
Location: BRF2-5A03 (Conference Room)

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Speaker:
Phillipp Hartmann​, MD
Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, Department of Pediatrics, Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition
UC San Diego

Title: TBD