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STAR Program: Resumes and Cover Letters
Join us for the sixth learning session of the Summer Training and Research (STAR) program to learn about resumes and cover letters. 

July 27 at 2:00 PM | More Information and Register
STAR Program: Research Presentations
The UHN Summer Training and Research (STAR) program provides an opportunity for UHN Research summer students from all backgrounds to share what they learned this summer through virtual presentations.

Complete form by July 27 at 5:00 PM | More Information and Register
Call for Judges! 
We're currently seeking graduate students, postdoctoral researchers, and staff to help judge virtual presentations from summer students in of the STAR program. Judges will be asked to score up to 10 recorded, 3-minute video presentations based on a rubric. 

July 28 - August 2 | More Information and Sign up to Volunteer
ORT Meet and Greet
A virtual drop-in social event for UHN trainees and postdocs. Join us for a conversation, games, and a chance to meet your colleagues!

August 4 at 12:00 PM | Register
EVENTS 
Research at Works: Science Policy 101
The Toronto Science Policy Network (TSPN) presents this exciting, interactive series that will teach you about both sides of the science policy interface. The second session will cover how science is governed and fostered in Canada, with a focus on how we can work to embed principles of equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) into the ways we conduct science.

July 20, 12:00 PM | More Information and Register
Cancer 360: Cancer Prevention
Join the Cancer 360+ Summer Program for a discussion on Cancer Prevention. 

July 21, 12:00 PM | Join on Cancer Campus
Making Connections: Supporting Cancer Education Beyond the Lecture Hall
This upcoming Engagement Lounge by the American Association for Cancer Education (AACE) will focus on how non-didactic and non-classroom-based experiences can help support and improve oncology education, through Oncology Interest Groups and Peer Mentorship within Radiation Oncology training. 

July 21, 1:00 PM | Register
Patient Education Research to Practice: An Exploration of the Intersection of Health Literacy and Health Equity
The Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre and the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre invite you to PM2, a new Collaborative Education Series. Join their upcoming discussion!

July 24, 6:30 PM | Join on Zoom
Driving Diversity in the Scientific Workplace
Join TIER for a discussion on diversifying the scientific workforce and co-creating a path forward with a special presentation by Dr. Kelly Mack. 

July 26, 8:45 AM | More Information and Register
UHN Community of Practice: Patient Engagement in Research
The Pride in Patient Engagement in Research (PiPER) initiative is hosting a Community of Practice to facilitate knowledge sharing in patient engagement in research. Sonya MacParland and Mary Vyas from Toronto General Research Institute will be sharing their experience collaborating on projects related to rare chronic diseases and conditions. 

July 26, 12:00 PM | More Information and Register
OPPORTUNITIES
Seeds of Science Podcast: Head of Outreach and Social Media Manager
The Seeds of Science Podcast team is looking for a Head of Outreach and Social Media Manager. The Seeds of Science Podcast was launched to connect more trainees and postdocs to learn about their diverse experiences, backgrounds, research and stores! 

Apply by July 31 | More Information and Apply 
 
Call for applications: ECHO 2023-2024
The Entrepreneurship Cardiovascular Health Opportunities (ECHO) program is a 12-month online training program led by veteran entrepreneurs and high-calibre consultants across a variety of sectors. ECHO provides innovators of cardiovascular technologies with entrepreneurship training, mentorship, networking, and funding opportunities. 
 
Apply by August 14 | More Information and Apply
Postdoctoral Fellowship in Regenerative Medicine for Multiple Sclerosis
The Stem Cell Network-MS Canada: Postdoctoral Fellowship in Regenerative Medicine for Multiple Sclerosis is to attract and retain promising post-doctoral scientists to work at the intersection of stem cells, regenerative medicine, and multiple sclerosis. 

Apply by August 15, 5:00 PM | More Information and Apply
Job Posting: Postdoctoral Researcher
The Cameron Lab in the Department of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy at the University of Toronto is recruiting a postdoctoral researcher to co-design a person- and family-centered care model to support people with spinal cord injuries. 

Apply by September 1 | More Information and Apply
Stem Cell Network International Travel Awards
The Stem Cell Network International Travel Awards Program gives trainees and highly qualified personnel the opportunity to communicate their work internationally. Applications are being accepted for conference travel between October 1, 2023 and March 1, 2024.
 
More Information and Apply
COMMUNITY
Congratulations James Young on receiving the CIHR Postdoctoral Fellowship!
James is a Postdoctoral Researcher in Integrated Arthritis Care at the Schroeder Arthritis Institute. His current work is focused on evaluating surgical and non-surgical care options for people with osteoarthritis and other musculoskeletal disorders.
 
Congratulations Lauren Banh on receiving the ORT Conference Award! 
Lauren is a PhD student co-supervised by Dr. Sowmya Viswanathan at Krembil Research Institute and Dr. Edmond Young at U of T. Her project focuses on developing a "joint-on-a-chip" for osteoarthritis studies.
 
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