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Find out what's going on at the ORT and around UHN!
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ORT Drop-Ins
The ORT is hosting a series of drop-in sessions to meet with trainees and postdoctoral researchers to answer questions, share resources, and provide a safe space for addressing issues.
March 21, 1:00 PM, TRI 12-026
March 22, 10:30 AM, Zoom (Register for the link here)
More Information
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From Postdoc to Research Faculty Crash Course: Negotiations
This course will provide postdocs with comprehensive support as they embark on their journey toward securing a research faculty position. This fifth session will cover the best practices and strategies on how to most effectively negotiate your first academic faculty job.
March 19, 1:00 PM | Mount Sinai Hospital, 600 University Ave, 18th Floor Auditorium | More Information & Register
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Developing Effective Mentorship Skills
Delivered in two interactive, in-person sessions, this program is an opportunity for UHN graduate students and postdoctoral researchers to enhance their skills to prepare for mentoring summer research students. Apply by March 26th!
April 8 and 15, 2:00 PM | More Information & Apply
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Lead Host Position - Seeds of Science Podcast
Run by UHN trainees and postdocs for UHN trainees and postdocs, the Seeds of Science Podcast connects graduate students and postdocs to learn about their diverse experiences, backgrounds, and research! Join the podcast team as a host to lead and work with editors to record the next season of the podcast.
March 31 | More Information & Apply
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Sustainability in Research
To kick off Earth Month, join us to learn from experts on how to incorporate sustainability practices into your lives at home and in research.
April 2, 2:00 PM | More Information & Register
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People & Culture Information Session: The Performance Enhancement Program
Join the ORT and the People & Culture Team for an information session to learn about the upcoming performance reviews and how you can actively contribute to your professional growth and success. Open to all UHN research staff, including postdocs.
April 10, 1:00 PM | More Information & Register
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UHNPA Social & Wellness Survey
The UHNPA Social Committee is looking for input to help them organize social and wellness activities for 2024. Fill out the short survey to share your ideas!
Survey Link
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UHN Research Networking Panel for Early Researchers and Trainees
Join the UHN Research IDEA Committee for an interactive session designed for UHN researchers and trainees, focusing on the strategic steps towards advancing both individual career paths and the collective pursuit of excellence in research.
March 19, 12:00 PM | More Information & Register
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Socio-cultural Ecological Considerations in Screening for Brain Injury
Join the Ontario Brain Institute for their the second part of the series on Screening for Traumatic Brain Injury with a presentation by Dr. Monique Pappiadis.
March 22, 12:00 PM | More Information & Register
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PM2 Collaborative Education Series: Leadership Education - Transforming Careers with Impact
Join PM2 for a new Collaborative Education Series for a discussion of transforming careers with impact with Dr. Meredith Giuliani and Tina Papadakos.
March 26, 4:30 PM | Zoom Link
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Systematic Review Overview
Join the UHN Library & Information services to learn about the 8 steps involved in a systematic review, and why you need to elucidate each before you get started.
March 27, 11:00 AM | More Information & Register
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Community of Practice - Patient Engagement in Research
The Pride in Patient Engagement in Research (PiPER) is hosting a Community of Practice to discuss the development and delivery of a graduate-level course in patient engagement in research.
March 27, 12:00 PM | Zoom Link
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Burnout in Biomedical Researchers
Join the National Institutes of Health for a discussion on risk factors that lead to burnout, protective factors associated with prevention, and ways to manage symptoms of burnout.
March 27, 4:00 PM | Register
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The Myc Oncoprotein Transcription Factor Network: Multiple Roles in Normal and Premature Aging
Join the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre for their upcoming seminar by Dr. Edward Prochownik from The University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine.
March 28, 4:00 PM | Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, 610 University Ave., 6th Floor, Bob Bell Auditorium
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ALS-Canada Brain Canada Trainee Program
The ALS Canada-Brain Canada Trainee Program provides funding to doctoral ($25,000/year) and postdoctoral ($55,000/year) researchers studying brain-related diseases.
April 3 | More Information & Apply
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Training Postdoctoral Fellowship
The Arthritis Society of Canada Training Postdoctoral Fellowship supports 50% (up to $20,000 annually) of the salary of postdoctoral researchers conducting innovative arthritis research.
April 16, 5:00 PM | More Information & Apply
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L'Oréal Canada For Women in Science Research Excellence Fellowships
The L'Oréal Canada Fellowship supports Canadian women scientists at the postdoctoral level by providing $20,000 in funding for research in the fields of Life Sciences, Engineering/Pure, and Applied Sciences.
April 18, 5:00 PM | More Information & Apply
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Cancer Research Society Doctoral Researcher Award
The Cancer Research Society provides $35,000/year of funding to PhD level trainees conducting cancer-related research.
April 23, 5:00 PM | More Information & Apply
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Congratulations to Kieran Manion on receiving an ORT Conference Award!
Kieran Manion is a postdoctoral researcher working with Dr. Ana Konvalinka at the Toronto General Hospital Research Institute. Kieran is currently using comprehensive multi-omics to parse the immune mechanisms linking donor-specific antibodies to kidney allograft rejection.
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Share your accomplishments with us!
Have you won an award? Published a paper? Attended to a cool conference? Let us know by filling out the ORT highlight form here to be featured in an upcoming newsletter or on social media!
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Student and Postdoctoral Researcher Handbook
The ORT has created a comprehensive handbook for UHN research trainees and postdoctoral researchers. Click here to download the handbook!
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Share a concern or idea with the ORT
We want to hear from you! Share your feedback and concerns here.
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To share upcoming events or opportunities with the UHN research community, please fill out this form or email ortadmin@uhn.ca.
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For more information about upcoming events at the ORT and other events of interest check out the Event Calendar on our website!
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