Chiropractic Educators Research Forum



A place for chiropractic and other health professions educators to engage in research and the scholarship of discovery, integration, application, teaching, and engagement.



Mentorship in Education and Practice: Guiding Today and Empowering Tomorrow

Virtual Conference  June 26, 2027

Abstract Submission Deadline: March 7, 2027    Submit abstract HERE

Mentorship shapes the future of chiropractic education and practice. Effective mentors inspire, guide, and empower students, educators, researchers, and clinicians to reach their full potential.

Join the Chiropractic Educators Research Forum (CERF) for an engaging virtual conference exploring the importance of mentorship, the essential elements of successful mentoring relationships, and practical strategies for becoming a more effective mentor.

The conference will highlight education research examining mentorship in chiropractic education, including its impact on teaching, learning, professional development, and clinical practice. Whether you are an experienced mentor, a new educator, a practicing chiropractor, or someone seeking mentorship, this conference offers opportunities to learn, share research, and strengthen the next generation of chiropractic professionals.

Together, we can guide today's learners and empower tomorrow's leaders.

Welcome to CERF

This online forum is where chiropractic and other health professions educators share their insights and learn new information about research and scholarship. 


Our Mission

To build scholarship and research capacity for healthcare professions educators throughout the world. 


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CERF is a place for chiropractic and other health professions educators to engage in research and the scholarship of discovery, integration, application, teaching, and engagement.

Research capacity building is

"...a process of individual and institutional development which leads to higher levels of skills and greater ability to perform useful research."


Trostle J. Research capacity building in international health: definitions, evaluations and strategies for success. Soc Sci Med. 1992 Dec;35(11):1321-4.



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