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ORT Drop-In Sessions
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. 

July 18, 10:30 AM, KITE Innovation Gallery
July 26, 10:30 AM (Register here for the Zoom link!)
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Navigating Futures: Exploring Diverse Careers in Science and Healthcare
Join the ORT for the next learning session of the 2024 Summer Training and Research (STAR) program to hear from a panel of UHN professionals in diverse research and healthcare careers.

July 19, 2:00 PM, Toronto Rehab Institute, 2nd Floor Auditorium | More Information
Peer-to-Peer Workshop: Creating Award-Winning Poster Presentations
Join the ORT and Krembil postdoctoral researcher Alessandra Tuccitto for an engaging peer-to-peer workshop to elevate your poster presentation skills and enhance your ability to communicate your research effectively. 

July 30, 1:00 PM, Krembil Discovery Tower, 4KD503 | More Information & Register
Pet Therapy
Hosted in collaboration with UHN Wellness and Therapeutic Pets of Canada, drop-in for an hour of stress relief and fun with a furry friend. 

August 7, 12:30 PM, Toronto General Hospital, Eaton Building, Room 1EN433 | More Information & Register
EVENTS 
Cancer 360+: Nutritious Bites: Culinary and Nutrition Strategies for Cancer Support
Join the Cancer 360+ Summer Program for a discussion on culinary and nutrition strategies.

July 16, 12:00 PM | More Information on PM Cancer Campus
Bringing Health Innovation to Market Through a Startup
Join the Canadian Society of Molecular Biosciences to learn how academic founded startups productize and commercialize their innovations with the support of mentorship obtained through the Creative Destruction Lab program. 

July 16, 1:00 PM | More Information & Register 
Kickstart Your Entrepreneurial Journey: Connect, Ideate, and Innovate
Join Innovation OnBoard at the University of Toronto to hear from three entrepreneurial speakers, including KITE alum Kyla Alsbury-Nealy, engage in ideation sessions, and connect with like-minded innovators. 

July 25, 10:00 AM | More Information & Register
UHN Postdoc Association Meet & Greet
Join the UHN Postdoc Association (UHNPA) for their upcoming Meet & Greet to meet the UHNPA leadership team, learn about their upcoming activities and events, and connect with fellow postdocs!

July 25, 4:00 PM, PMCRT, 101 College St., 4th Floor, Room 4-204 | Register
OPPORTUNITIES
LSCDS Executive Team Recruitment
The Life Sciences Career Development Syndicate (LSCDS) is recruiting for their 2024-25 Executive Team. This is a unique opportunity for graduate students and postdoctoral researchers to learn about industry careers, connect with professionals, and practice their leadership, teamwork, and organizational skills. 

Application Deadline July 16 | More Information & Apply
Writing CIHR Proposals
During three, two-hour online sessions, the University of Toronto (U of T) Graduate Centre for Academic Communications will teach participants strategies to improve persuasiveness, clarity, and impact for their research proposal. Please note that this course is only open to U of T students.

August 6-9 | More Information & Register
Call for Applications: Entrepreneurship for Cardiovascular Health Opportunities (ECHO)
ECHO is a specialized experiential training program led by veteran entrepreneurs and consultants across various sectors. This training program is open to any Canadian-based researcher, clinician, student and/or entrepreneur developing cardiovascular technologies and innovations. 

Apply by August 11, 11:59 PM | More Information & Apply
Summer 2024 Mitacs Skills Workshops
Mitacs Skills Workshops are open to college students, undergraduate and graduate students, and postdoctoral researchers and offer professional development training to provide the necessary skills to succeed in today's workforce.

More Information & Register
COMMUNITY
Congratulations Dr. Conrad Tsang on receiving the Robert Maudsley Fellowship!
Conrad Tsang is a physician pursuing a PhD in Health Professions Education Research under the supervision of Dr. Kulamakan (Mahan) Kulasegaram at TIER, The Wilson Centre, and the Institute of Policy, Management, and Education. He studies fairness in medical school admissions using machine learning and mixed methods.
 
Share your accomplishments with us!
Have you won an award? Published a paper? Attended 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!
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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JUST FOR FUN
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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