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Dr. Ren is a leader in the movement to increase diversity in clinical trials and improve health equity, with over 20 years of experience in clinical research (mostly dementia- related studies)and a doctorate in health science. Dr. Ren brings a unique blend of scientific expertise and community advocacy to her work, focusing on bridging gaps between clinical research and underrepresented communities.
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Dr. Ren is the founder of Diverse Research Now (DRN), a nonprofit organization established to address the lack of diversity in clinical trials. DRN’s mission is to educate, empower, and engage communities that have been underrepresented in clinical research, breaking down barriers to participation and fostering trust between researchers and the communities they serve.
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In addition, Dr. Ren is the host of the Voices of Inclusive Research Podcast, a platform dedicated to bridging the gap between researchers and the community. Through the podcast, she highlights the lived experiences of underrepresented individuals in clinical research, fosters open conversations about the challenges and opportunities in diversifying research, and shares community-driven insights for improving health equity.
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Dr. Ren’s work is rooted in a passion for transforming clinical research into a space where diversity and inclusion are the norm, not the exception. She is dedicated to normalizing research conversations, empowering communities through education, and creating systemic change in how clinical trials are conducted.
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Dr. Ren is open to speaking engagements and consulting opportunities to share her expertise on dementia-related clinical research studies, engaging diverse communities, building trust in research, and the transformative work of Diverse Research Now and the Voices of Inclusive Research Podcast.
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Specialties:
Clinical Research | Diversity in Clinical Trials | Health Equity | Community Engagement | Clinical Trial Enrollment | Nonprofit Leadership | Research Education | Podcast Hosting
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Connect with me to learn more about my work, the podcast, and how we can collaborate to make an impact.
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WHAT PEOPLE SAY ABOUT DR. REN
Brooke Yates, Clinical Research Manager @ Desert Oasis Healthcare
Dr. Ren is highly knowledgeable about dementia clinical studies. She provided valuable insights into the field and offered guidance that helped my site explore opportunities in dementia clinical research.
Tamiko MaGee-Rodgers, Director of Recruitment & Strategic Initiatives @Global Alzheimer's Platform Foundation
Dr. Ren was an exceptional speaker at the GAP IRI Conference, sharing valuable insights on increasing diversity in clinical research. Her innovative and out-of-the-box suggestions for enrolling diverse community members were both impactful and inspiring, leaving a lasting impression on attendees.