The Boshell Research Program
Research Day at Auburn Marriott Opelika Resort & Spa at Grand National
The 17th Annual Boshell Research Day, set for April 17, 2026, will bring together experts from around the United States to present current topics related to diabetes and the role of obesity in its development. The meeting will be highlighted by research presentations through the day and evening.
There is no cost for Boshell program members and $125 for non-members. Students and postdoctoral fellows may attend at no cost. Deadline for meeting registration is April 10, 2026. Deadline for abstraction submission is March 27, 2026. Don’t miss this opportunity to attend and participate in this exciting event.
2025 Boshell Research Day Flyer (PDF)
Guest Speakers

Keynote Address
Dr. Jiandie Lin
Bradley M. Patten Collegiate Professor in the Life Sciences
Professor of Cell and Developmental Biology
University of Michigan Medical School and Life Sciences Institute

Plenary Lecture
Dr. Clair Crewe
Assistant Professor of Cell Biology and Physiology
Washington University in St. Louis
School of Medicine
Abstract Submission
- The deadline for abstract submission is March 27, 2026.
- Abstracts should be a maximum of 500 words (Arial 12 point font).
- Please include presenter preference (oral presentation, poster or no preference), who will be presenting (underline name) and whether the presenter is a graduate student, postdoctoral fellow or faculty member.
- Send abstract submissions via email to juddrob@auburn.edu (Dr. Robert Judd) as a MS Word file.
Travel Accommodations
- Rooms available at Auburn Marriott Opelika Resort & Spa at Grand National
- Airport shuttle service is between the Atlanta airport and Auburn through Groome Transportation. Call (334) 821-3399. Shuttle payment must be made directly to Groome transportation.