From the Mentor's Desk

Join Anne Libby, PhD, and Susan Ingram, Professor and Endowed Traystman and Vice Chair of Research for the Department of Anesthesiology at CU Anschutz, in a candid conversation about evolving mentorship practices, fostering independence and critical thinking in trainees, and navigating the challenges of leadership as a woman in a traditionally male-dominated scientific field. Together, they explor...

Join Anne Libby, PhD, and Tara Hendry-Hofer, MSN, RN, a leading trauma and chemical injury researcher, as they delve into the cutting-edge intersection of clinical medicine, chemical exposure, and trauma care. In this episode, they explore how innovative modeling, cross-sector collaboration, and user-focused design are advancing our understanding of complex injuries—and how military and civilian r...

Join Anne Libby, PhD, and Julius Caesar, Technology Executive at NetApp with US Public Sector, Inc. and a Career Surface Warfare Officer, as they discuss practical wisdom on building resilience, developing a leadership style rooted in emotional intelligence, and fostering mentorship at every stage of your career. Tune in to learn how vision, empathy, and perseverance can shape both personal growth...

In this episode of the From the Mentor’s Desk podcast, Dr. Anne Libby and Dr. Ian Stanley continue their conversation with Dr. Anne Ritter, DrPH, MPH, Associate Director, CU Center for COMBAT Research and Associate Professor, Department of Emergency Medicine. The conversation centers around Ritter’s professional career path, and how she began working at the CU Center for COMBAT Research.  Dr. Ritt...

In this episode of the From the Mentor’s Desk podcast, Dr. Anne Libby and Dr. Ian Stanley interview Dr. Anne Ritter, DrPH, MPH, Associate Director, CU Center for COMBAT Research and Associate Professor, Department of Emergency Medicine.  The conversation centers around Ritter’s professional career path, offering valuable insights for early career researchers.  Dr. Ritter is a clinical trauma epide...

Join Anne Libby, PhD, and Ian Eisenhauer, Lieutenant Commander, United States Navy, and Bravo Company Commander, 2nd Medical Battalion, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, as they share insights on training and empowering hospital corpsmen, the role of mentorship in military medicine, and how curiosity can spark impactful research and innovation in the field. 

Join Anne Libby, PhD, and David Howell, Associate Professor in the CU Dept of Orthopedics and Research Director for the Sports Medicine Center at Children’s Hospital Colorado, as they explore effective strategies for early career professionals to build meaningful mentor relationships, overcome imposter syndrome, and leverage networking to create unique career opportunities. Through practical advic...

Join Anne Libby, PhD, and David Howell, Associate Professor in the CU Dept of Orthopedics and Research Director for the Sports Medicine Center at Children’s Hospital Colorado, as they explore effective strategies for early career professionals to build meaningful mentor relationships, overcome imposter syndrome, and leverage networking to create unique career opportunities. Through practical advic...

Are you an early career researcher interested in making a meaningful impact in military healthcare research? This episode offers essential advice from Brigadier General Joseph Ewers, Deputy Commanding General (Support) of the 7th Infantry Division. With 30+ years of Army experience and an MBA from Harvard, BG Ewers shares his perspective on how researchers can align their work with military needs...

Join Anne Libby, PhD, and Ian Stanley, Psychological Health Lead for the CU Center for COMBAT Research and Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine at CU Anschutz, as they explore how early PTSD prevention, cultural competence, and meaningful military-civilian partnerships can drive impactful research. This episode highlights how collaboration—not competition—fuels innovation, mentorship, and rea...

Join Anne Libby, PhD, and Ian Stanley, Psychological Health Lead for the CU Center for COMBAT Research and Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine at CU Anschutz, as they explore how early PTSD prevention, cultural competence, and meaningful military-civilian partnerships can drive impactful research. This episode highlights how collaboration—not competition—fuels innovation, mentorship, and rea...

Join Anne Libby, PhD, and Ellen Embrey, former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense (Force Health Protection & Readiness) and current Advisory Board Chairman for the Medical Technology Enterprise Consortium, CEO/Managing Partner for Stratitia Inc., and Senior Counselor for The Cohen Group, as they explore Ellen’s remarkable career journey. Ellen shares powerful lessons in collaboration, adapt...

Join Anne Libby, PhD, and retired Major General Paul Friedrichs, who recently served in the White House and on the Joint Staff, as they discuss powerful lessons on building supportive teams, leading through failure, and mentoring future leaders. Tune in to discover how empathy, honesty, and resilience can transform your leadership impact in high-stakes environments. 

Join Anne Libby, PhD and Spero Manson PhD as they discuss the importance of vision, strategy and tactics in a health research career. Dr. Libby's co-host is Anne Ritter, DrPH, MPH, Associate Director at the Colorado University Center for COMBAT Research. Learn more about Spero Manson here: https://coloradosph.cuanschutz.edu/resources/directory/directory-profile/Manson-Spero-UCD782Subscribe to...

Join Anne Libby, PhD and Gregory Austin, MD, MPH as they discuss mind mapping your research and writing a career development award. Dr. Libby's co-host is Mr. Joseph Libby, a novice researcher. Learn more about Gregory Austin here: https://som.cuanschutz.edu/Profiles/Faculty/Profile/4885 ⁠⁠Looking to learn more about knowing your audience and writing successful health research grants?  Enroll in G...

Join Anne Libby, PhD and Premal Trivedi, MD as they discuss how to be a successful early career researcher and strategies they’ve used when writing health research grants. Dr. Libby's co-host is Mr. Joseph Libby, a novice researcher. Learn more about Primal Trivedi here: https://som.cuanschutz.edu/Profiles/Faculty/Profile/27471⁠⁠ Are you ready to write a successful health research grant? Enroll in...

Join Anne Libby, PhD and Curtis Coats, PhD as they discuss tips and strategies for effective grant writing and time management.  Curtis Coats earned his master’s degree in journalism and PhD in communication from the University of Colorado Boulder.  ⁠⁠Are you ready to write a successful health research grant? Enroll in Grant Writing for Health Researchers on Coursera today.

Join Anne Libby, PhD and Heather Coats, PhD, APRN-BC, as they discuss the grant writing process and finding mentors through networking and published articles. Learn more about Heather Coats here . ⁠⁠Are you ready to write a successful health research grant? Enroll in Grant Writing for Health Researchers on Coursera today.

Join Anne Libby, PhD and Nathan Clenndenen, MD, as they discuss actionable research questions and knowing your audience when writing health research grants. Dr. Libby's co-host is Mr. Joseph Libby, a novice researcher. Learn more about Nathan Clenndenen here. ⁠⁠Looking to learn more about knowing your audience and writing successful health research grants? Enroll in Grant Writing for Health Resear...

Join Anne Libby, PhD and Fernando Holguin, MD as they discuss failure and resubmission as necessary steps to progress and success with health research grant writing. Dr. Libby's co-host is Mr. Joseph Libby, a novice researcher. ⁠⁠Looking to learn more about grant writing? Learn more about Grant Writing for Health Researchers on Coursera. ⁠⁠ ⁠Learn more about Fernando Holguin here.⁠

Join Anne Libby, PhD and Chris Hoyte, MD, MBA as they discuss how to write a concise research question and the importance of regular feedback from mentors when preparing and writing a health research grant. Dr. Libby's co-host is Mr. Joseph Libby, a novice researcher. ⁠Looking to learn more about grant writing? Learn more about Grant Writing for Health Researchers on Coursera. ⁠ Learn more abo...

Join Anne Libby, PhD and Hillary Lum, MD, PhD, as they discuss key decisions for early career grant writers, the value of mentorship and other tips to write a successful health research grant. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about Grant Writing for Health Researchers on Coursera. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about Hillary Lum here.

Join Anne Libby, PhD and Allan Prochazka, MD, as they discuss different types of grants available and how to prepare to write a successful grant. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about Grant Writing for Health Researchers on Coursera. ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about Allan Prochazka here.

Join Anne Libby, PhD and Maya Haasz, MD, as they discuss external funding, finding a mentor and other tips for successful grants. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about Grant Writing for Health Researchers on Coursera. ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about Maya Haasz here.

Join Anne Libby, PhD and Nidhya Navanandan, MD, as they discuss keeping the momentum going when writing a grant and peer mentorship.  ⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about Grant Writing for Health Researchers on Coursera. ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about Nidhya Navanandan here.