Mariana Cherner, Ph.D. was appointed as Faculty co-Director for the Faculty Mentor Training Program (FMTP) in the UC San Diego Health Sciences Office of Faculty Affairs. The Health Sciences Faculty Mentor Training Program (FMTP) is a formal, structured mentorship program designed to support the success of junior faculty, while also improving their sense of satisfaction and engagement with UC San Diego. FMTP enhances senior faculty training in effective mentoring, facilitates formalized faculty mentor programs within individual departments/divisions, and cultivates an environment where mentoring excellence is valued.

Dr. David Moore presented to the Let’s Kick ASS Palm Springs group on November 1^st, 2023.  Dr. Moore shared some of the current understanding of cognitive problems among people with HIV, ways to distinguish HIV-associated cognitive problems from Alzheimer’s Disease and provided some factors associated with positive aging outcomes such as physical activity and diet. To view the presentation, click here.

Lily Kamalyan was recognized by the Diversity selection committee as the 2022 trainee Champion of Diversity. She was selected from among an incredibly dedicated group of nominees. We are very excited to honor Lily's commitment to inclusive excellence and equity.

Congratulations to Vanessa Serrano for receiving the Gerald Rosenbaum Neuropsychology Dissertation Research Award - For your outstanding research in the field of Neuropsychology! and

Congratulations to Maulika Kohli for receiving the Litrownik Distinguished Alumni Scholar Award - In recognition of your leadership and contribution in the field of Clinical Psychology!