Greater Los Angeles Area


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SOCRA Greater Los Angeles Chapter presents

Using AI in Clinical Research: Practical Applications

10 AM PST (U.S. & Canada) on Monday, September 14, 2026 | Zoom (Click here to join meeting. Password: 523605)

Speaker: Olivia Bravo, MA, CCRP

Olivia is an accomplished clinical research professional with more than 20 years of experience managing Phase I–IV clinical trials in oncology, hematology, immunotherapy, and medical device research. She currently serves as a Clinical Study Coordinator at City of Hope, where she manages complex oncology and immunotherapy studies, including innovative cellular therapy research. 

Previously, Olivia held research leadership roles at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and Kaiser Permanente Research & Evaluation. She is an active leader in the clinical research community, serving as Co-Chair of the SOCRA Greater Los Angeles Chapter and previously as Chairperson of the Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Center Chapter. She is also a member of ACRP. 

Olivia holds an M.A. in Sociology from California State University, Fullerton, along with certifications in Project Management and Clinical Trials. She is passionate about advancing clinical research, mentoring research professionals, and improving patient outcomes.

Learning Objectives:

  1. Understand what AI is and how it applies to clinical research.
  2. Identify practical AI tools that can support daily research activities.
  3. Use AI responsibly while maintaining compliance with FDA, ICH-GCP, HIPAA, and institutional requirements.
  4. Recognize the limitations and risks of AI-generated content.

To Join the Meeting by Phone:

Dial: +1 415 762 9988 (US Toll); +1 646 568 7788 (US Toll); Meeting ID: 999 3002 1030; International numbers available: https://cityofhope.zoom.us/u/acmuzGKpyN

Continuing Education (CE): SOCRA members may claim one CE credit for each hour of educational programming attended. In accordance with SOCRA accreditation standards, members must attend a minimum of 50 minutes of a one-hour session to qualify for 1 CEU. CE certificates are generally distributed within 10 -14 business days following the event.

 All SOCRA members and nonmembers are welcome!

 


Chapter Chair:

Olivia Bravo, CCRP

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Chapter Co-chairs:

Firdos Shaikh, CCRP
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Susan Hmwe, CCRP
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Rubi Linares-Orozco, CCRP
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