President's Message

April 1, 2025

Dear Members,

It is an incredible honor to address you as the President of the Society for Reproductive Investigation (SRI). This is an exciting time for our field, and I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to serve this community of passionate researchers, clinicians, and advocates dedicated to advancing our understanding of reproductive health.

Our society has a rich history of scientific achievement and collaboration, and it is through the collective work of each one of you that we continue to push the boundaries of knowledge in reproductive science. As we embark on this journey together for 2025-2026, I am committed to fostering an environment where innovative ideas flourish, where mentorship and support thrive, and where our shared mission to improve reproductive health worldwide remains at the forefront of all that we do.

In the coming months, we will focus on several key priorities:

1. Promoting Cutting-Edge Research: We will continue to support and encourage the groundbreaking work being done in the field of reproductive science, including new initiatives and collaborations that can propel our research to the next level.
2. Fostering Education and Training: With the rapid advancements in our field, it is vital that we invest in the next generation of researchers and clinicians. We will prioritize educational programs, workshops, and symposia that empower our members and help them remain at the forefront of emerging trends and technologies.
3. Advocating for Reproductive Health: The Society will work diligently to elevate the importance of reproductive health on national and international platforms. Advocacy, more than ever, is central to our mission, and we are committed to ensuring that scientific discoveries translate into improved clinical care for all individuals, regardless of background or geographic location.
4. Strengthening Community and Collaboration: Our society thrives because of the collaborative spirit of its members. I encourage you to engage with one another, share your work, and collaborate across disciplines. Together, we are stronger and more capable of making a lasting impact.
5. Starting SRI Entrepreneurship Academy (SEA): A year-long program geared to educating our members how to patent and license their inventions and discuss start ups and incubators. Please stay tuned for more information on that topic in the coming month.

I am excited to work alongside such a dedicated and talented group of individuals. Your commitment to advancing the field of reproductive science inspires me daily. I welcome your ideas, feedback, and involvement as we move forward together.

Thank you for your continued dedication to the Society for Reproductive Investigation. I look forward to seeing what we can accomplish in the year ahead and beyond.

Warmest Regards,
Irina Burd, MD, PhD
SRI President, 2025-2026