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• An overview of lab finances
• The "elevator pitch" for scientists
• How to introduce a visiting speaker
• How to review a paper
• Letters of recommendation
• Tips for attending scientific and professional meetings
• Overview of the organization of the NIH for funding research

Every residents serves as a host for a Grand Rounds speaker at some point during their residency. Here are the responsibilities of the host:

• Introduce the speaker
• After the lecture, escort the speaker to lunch with the residents
• Host the lunch, which includes introducing individual residents and keeping the conversation going
• The next day, send an email to the speaker thanking them for their visit