Henrietta Lacks Memorial Lecture
Saturday, October 4, 2025
Check-In & Lunch 11:00 am | Program 12:30 pm
Virtual & Turner Concourse
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Join us Saturday, October 4 for the 15th Anniversary of the Henrietta Lacks Memorial Lecture, honoring the enduring legacy of Mrs. Henrietta Lacks and her impact on science, ethics, and community health. Guests may attend either virtually or in-person.
Our keynote speaker is Deidra Crews, MD, ScM, FASN, MACP, professor of medicine in the Division of Nephrology, deputy director at the Johns Hopkins Center for Health Equity, and the deputy director for Inclusive Research at the Johns Hopkins Institute for Clinical and Translational Research. Guests will also hear remarks from Brittany Jenkins-Lord, PhD, MS, MPH, assistant professor of biochemistry and molecular biology and assistant professor of oncology.
The Peabody Institute’s Tomás Jonsson, Will Hazlehurst, and Kevin Kearney will perform.
We are proud to announce the 2025 recipients of both the Henrietta Lacks Memorial Award presented by the Urban Health Institute and the Henrietta Lacks Dunbar Health Sciences Scholarship.
Check-in and lunch begin at 11:00 am with the program starting promptly at 12:30 pm. Space is limited—register early to reserve your spot.
Thank you, Henrietta!
The goal of the Henrietta Lacks Memorial Lecture is to describe the reach and complexity, both biomedically and ethically, of the story of Mrs. Henrietta Lacks and HeLa cells, as well as to provide some insight into the past, present, and future of the conduct of clinical research. By honoring Mrs. Lacks and the positive global impact of HeLa cells through this lecture series, the Johns Hopkins ICTR hopes to acknowledge, thank and honor everyone who participates in the clinical research process.
Location and Parking
Turner Auditorium
720 Rutland Ave, Baltimore, MD 21205
Washington Street Garage– General Parking (Free)
701 N. Washington Street, Baltimore, MD 21205
Rutland Garage– Handicap Tag or Placard (Paid)
1800 East Madison Street, Baltimore, MD 21205
Rates:
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$7.00 ………………. Up to 3 hours
$8.00 ………………. Up to 4 hours
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$10.00 ………………. Up to 6 hours
$15.00 ………………. Maximum for 24 hours
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Volunteer
Be part of the team! We’re looking for volunteers to help prepare for the lecture and assist on the day of the event. It’s a great way to get involved—sign up today using this form.