Grand Challenge Exchange Day

Tuesday, September 15, 2026 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM EDT
The Hub, Hub Ballroom

The inaugural Grand Challenge Exchange Day will be held on Tuesday, September 15th from 8:30am-12pm in the Hub Ballroom. This gathering will highlight the seven selected catalyst projects advancing George Mason University’s Grand Challenge Initiative, a university‑wide effort to accelerate research and innovation with broad societal impact.

Keynote address will be delivered by Sumeet Shrivastava, Rector of the George Mason University Board of Visitors and President and CEO of Unissant. The program will also include remarks from George Mason President Gregory Washington, followed by a panel discussion with several Associate Deans of Research. The event will conclude with an overview of Year 2 of the Grand Challenge Initiative.

A Continental breakfast and light refreshments will be provided. A calendar invitation will be sent following completion of your registration.