CHSU
research day
Saturday, May 2, 2026
chsu research day
California Health Sciences University invites you to CHSU Research Day on Saturday, May 2, 2026.
CHSU Research Day showcases the research and scholarly activities of students, faculty, and local researchers. Clinicians, resident physicians, pharmacists, scientists, and faculty leading local Residency and Fellowship programs are invited to participate. This collaborative event designed to advance research locally is hosted by the CHSU College of Osteopathic Medicine in partnership with the CHSU College of Biosciences and Health Professions.
The keynote speaker is Sukhjit Brar, MD, FAPA, is a dual-board-certified adult and child psychiatrist with over a decade of experience in clinical practice and medical education. Dr. Brar’s presentation is titled, “Mental Health in the Digital Age: Research Insights and Pathways for Future Physicians.”
CHSU Research Day includes a competition for the best poster and podium presentation for Students, Faculty, and Resident Physicians and Pharmacists. The top three presenters in each category are recognized with an award and certificate at the event.
All presenters are encouraged to submit a visual abstract that CHSU and presenters can use on social media platforms. The presenters can attach the optional visual abstract during registration.
Registration is Free. Deadline to register TBA. See the Registration information below.
Abstract Submission Deadline to submit TBA. See the Abstract Submission guidelines below.
CHSU RESEARCH DAY
Saturday, May 2, 2026
8:30 am – 1:30 pm
California Health Sciences University
College of Osteopathic Medicine
2500 Alluvial Avenue
Clovis, CA 93611
Registration is Free
Registration Deadline TBA
Free Registration for CHSU Research Day
CHSU Research Day attendees must register, regardless of whether or not they will be presenting a poster or project. Abstracts can be uploaded when registering for Research Day by choosing “Primary Author” during the registration process. Presenters register as “Non-primary Author Presenter.”
Registration Deadline for CHSU Research Day TBA.
abstract submissions
Abstract Submission Deadline TBA. Please refer to the Research Day Abstract Submission guidelines to assist with your submission. Use the Registration button above and select “Primary Author” to submit your Abstract and information during the registration process.
You can view the 2025 CHSU Research Day Abstract Booklet.
2026 keynote speaker
Mental Health in the Digital Age: Research Insights and Pathways for Future Physicians
Presented by:
Sukhjit Brar, MD, FAPA
Medical Director, Central Star Youth Psychiatric Health Facility
Clinical Faculty Preceptor, CHSU College of Osteopathic Medicine
Sukhjit Brar, MD, FAPA, is a dual-board-certified adult and child psychiatrist with over a decade of experience in clinical practice and medical education. He currently serves as Medical Director at Central Star Youth Psychiatric Health Facility in Fresno, California, and as a Clinical Faculty Preceptor at California Health Sciences University (CHSU) College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Brar also mentors residents and fellows through USC-affiliated programs at Kaweah Health System.
Before his leadership roles in psychiatry, Dr. Brar spent three years traveling across the continental United States conducting Phase III pharmaceutical research trials in neurology and pain medicine, including studies on epilepsy, fibromyalgia, multiple sclerosis, and Alzheimer’s disease. His research background spans global and local initiatives—from predicting mortality in burn patients at Johns Hopkins and the European Burns Association Congress to analyzing childhood asthma trends in Fresno’s underserved communities.
A Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association, Dr. Brar is passionate about advancing mental health research and education in the Central Valley. His keynote will explore the intersection of technology, environment, and adolescent mental health, offering insights and actionable strategies for future physicians and researchers.
Tentative schedule
| Time | Details |
|---|---|
| 8:30 am – 9:00 am | Registration Breakfast |
| 9:00 am – 9:15 am | Welcome Address |
| 9:15 am – 10:00 am | Keynote Address |
| 10:00 am – 10:15 am | Break |
| 10:15 am – 11:15 am | Poster Session 1 (Even numbers) |
| 11:15 am – 12:15 pm | Poster Session 2 (Odd numbers) |
| 12:15 pm – 12:30 pm | Lunch |
| 12:30 pm – 1:20 pm | Podium Presentations |
| 1:20 pm – 1:35 pm | Research Day Award Ceremony |
Questions
If you have any questions or would like more details about the event, please contact the CHSU Research and Scholarship Committee at chsu.rsc@chsu.edu or Dr. Edward Merino, Research Day Committee Chairperson at emerino@chsu.edu.