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STAR Learning Session 2 - Research Done Right: The Dos and Don'ts of Research Integrity
Join the ORT and the Research Quality Integration (RQI) team for the second session of the Summer Training and Research (STAR) program to discover everything you need to know about conducting research with integrity.

June 6, 2:00 PM, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, 610 University Ave., Bob Bell Auditorium | More Information
Pet Therapy
Join the ORT and UHN Wellness for an in-person pet therapy event—take a break, relax, and enjoy some time with a furry friend!

June 18, 12:30 PM, Toronto General Hospital, Eaton Building, Room 1EN441 | More Information & Register
Exploring Industry: Diverse Career Paths and Perspectives
Join the ORT for an online panel featuring professionals who've successfully transitioned into their dream careers in industry. Gain insights, practical advice, and inspiration to shape your career journey.

June 25, 2:00 PM | More Information & Register
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ORT Conference Participation Award
The July cycle of the ORT Conference Participation Award supports graduate students and postdoctoral researchers participating in national and international  conferences between September and December 2025.

Apply by July 4, 2025, 5:00 PM | More Information & Apply
EVENTS 
Reciprocal Research: Un-Normalizing Exploitative Patient Engagement
Join the Research IDEA Committee for an in-person seminar with Isra Amsdr, Youth Research Advisor, Interdisciplinary Artist, Writer, Disability Activist, and Health Designer, to discuss how to leverage the experiences of patients beyond the conventional, but exploitive, one-time consult method commonly employed within research. 

June 3, 3:00 PM, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, 610 University Ave., Bob Bell Auditorium | Register
Health System Implementation Research in the Age of AI Tools
Join the Health System and Policy Research Collaborative Centre for a hybrid seminar with Dr. Noah Crampton, who will explore health system implementation research in the era of agentic AI tools.

June 5, 12:00 PM, In-person at 200 Elizabeth St., 10th Floor Eaton North, Room 240 or Online | More Information & Register
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Accelerate Your Science: Olink Seminar 2025
Join Olink for an in-person workshop to explore how affinity-based proteomics is advancing disease research and to connect with leading academic and clinical experts in the field.

June 10, 9:00 AM, Mount Sinai Hospital, 600 University Ave., 18th Floor Auditorium | More Information & Register
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Practical Ways of Advancing Equity in Research - From Design to Dissemination
Join Unity Health Toronto for an online lecture to discover practical strategies for embedding equity principles throughout the research lifecycle—from team formation to knowledge dissemination.

June 10, 11:00 AM | More Information & Register
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Conversations about Health in Black Communities; Patient Choice: Facts, Myths, and Fears
Join the Canadian Donation and Transplantation Research Program (CDTRP) for an online seminar featuring Patricia McKensie as she shares her journey navigating the Canadian healthcare system as an immigrant after being diagnosed with Stage 4 kidney disease.

June 12, 12:30 PM | More Information & Register
Novel Biology and Emerging Therapies for Lung Cancer
Join the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre for an in-person seminar featuring Dr. Triparna Sen from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York.

June 12, 4:00 PM, Princess Margaret Hospital, 610 University Ave., Bob Bell Auditorium
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Write it Right - Communicating Science Clearly: How to Write for Non-Expert Audiences
Join the Stem Cell Network for an online workshop focused on advanced strategies and practical skills for scientific writing—both within academia and beyond.

June 16, 12:15 PM | More Information & Register
What's Next After Your Postdoc? Strategies for Career Planning Outside Academia
Join Toronto Metropolitan University for an online workshop tailored to postdoctoral researchers exploring career paths beyond the professoriate. Participants will learn to identify transferable skills, create strategic career transition plans, and dispel common myths about networking and the job search process.

June 24, 12:00 PM | More Information & Register or email ketan.marballi@torontomu.ca
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Scientific and Investment Readiness for Aspiring Bioentrepreneurs
Join the Stem Cell Network for an online workshop on best practices for commercializing early-stage regenerative medicine programs. Gain valuable insights into setting actionable scientific and regulatory milestones, while aligning investment strategies to build a sustainable business.

June 24, 12:00 PM | More Information & Register
OPPORTUNITIES
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Mental Health First Aid Training
Join the UHN Wellness Team for an in-person Mental Health First Aid course, to gain the skills needed to support an individual navigating a mental health crisis or challenge.

June 5, Toronto General Hospital | More Information & Register
Health Systems Impact Fellowship
The Health Systems Impact Fellowship offers paid experiential learning opportunities for doctoral students and postdoctoral researchers to strengthen their research skills and apply their expertise to real-world challenges within health system organizations.

Apply by July 3 | More Information & Apply
Stem Cell Network International Travel Awards
The Stem Cell Network International Travel Awards support graduate students, postdoctoral researchers, and research assistants or associates working in stem cells and regenerative medicine to present their research at international conferences held between July 1, 2025, and March 15, 2026.

More Information & Apply
RESOURCE OF THE WEEK
Life Sciences Career Development Syndicate (LSCDS)
The Life Sciences Career Development Syndicate (LSCDS) is a University of Toronto student initiative created to bridge the gap between academia and industry. LSCDS hosts networking events, mentorship programs, industry team case studies, career seminar series, and more.

More information here
COMMUNITY
On May 31, the ORT proudly joined over 5,000 TeamUHN members and their families at the inaugural #WeWalkUHNited, walking together in support of healthcare and research.

Image source: LinkedIn
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For May, UHN STEM Pathways acknowledges the outreach efforts of Isabel Lim, a PhD Candidate at Toronto General Hospital Research Institute. As a volunteer on their team, Isabel has facilitated numerous in-person sessions on-site at UHN and within the local community. This includes lab tours, career presentations, and classroom visits. Thank you for your commitment to outreach, Isabel!
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!
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ORT's Student and Postdoc Handbook
The Student and Postdoc Handbook is a comprehensive guide for UHN trainees and postdoctoral researchers and including information on UHN policies, health & dental benefits, research services & facilities, wellness supports, career and professional development resources, who to go to for help, and much more! 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.
 
JUST FOR FUN
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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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