The Penn State CTSI Community Engagement Team is pleased to host an educational workshop focused on conducting research in rural populations. Please join them in welcoming Kristina Brant, PhD, Assistant Professor of Rural Sociology and Social Science Research Institute Co-Funded Faculty Member, and Florence Becot, PhD, Nationwide Insurance Early Career Professor and Agricultural Safety and Health Program Lead. The speakers will share their expertise and firsthand experiences working with rural communities. During this session, participants will: explore the importance of research in rural communities; examine real-world examples of research conducted among rural populations; and discuss best practices and lessons learned from engaging with rural communities.