Wilmington Innovation Forum

Wilmington Innovation Forum: a monthly, one-hour program spotlighting the ideas, expertise, and research shaping our region’s future. Wilmington Innovation Forum will take place on the first Thursday of every month, with lunch provided.

Each session features a UNCW faculty member or community expert sharing a 35–40-minute talk on their area of expertise, whether in technology, science, business, or other fields, followed by a 20-minute interactive Q&A. At its core, the forum is about knowledge sharing and collaborative learning. It’s an opportunity to explore new ideas, gain fresh insights, and connect university and community partners in meaningful conversations that drive innovation and growth. 

Upcoming Sessions:

From August through November, the Wilmington Innovation Forum will feature a special Brain Health Series, bringing together leading researchers, innovators, healthcare professionals, and entrepreneurs to explore one of the most important topics shaping our future: brain health. Each session will take place on the first Thursday of every month, with lunch provided.

Across three thought-provoking sessions (August, September, and November, with no October session due to the Ocean Innovation Conference), attendees will gain insights into emerging research, innovative technologies, and practical strategies that are advancing our understanding of the brain and improving quality of life.

September Wilmington Innovation Forum:

Substance Use and Data Science

Thursday, September 3 | noon - 1:00 p.m.

Speaker:  Dr. David MacQueen

Dr. MacQueen is a licensed clinical psychologist and an Associate Professor in the UNCW Department of Psychology, where he serves as core clinical faculty and as a Neuroscience & Behavior faculty member. His research program focuses on translational behavioral pharmacology, digital health, and the treatment of problematic substance use, particularly in the context of comorbid psychiatric conditions.

Learn About:

• Advancing addiction research through innovative data science and machine learning.
• Turning data into better care by developing evidence-based treatment and prevention solutions.
• Driving collaboration and innovation to improve clinical decision-making and outcomes for individuals and communities.

Who: Entrepreneurs, UNCW faculty, staff, and students

Where: UNCW CIE

Cost: Free for CIE members, tenants, mentors, coworkers, and UNCW staff and faculty. $5.00 for non-CIE members.

September Registration Below!

If you have any questions, please contact CIE Program Manager, Lydia Thomas, at bjorklundl@uncw.edu.

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