Exploring Science & Identity Through Indigenous Art
Join the ORT and UHN’s Indigenous Educator, Dr. Lisa Boivin, for an interactive in-person photovoice workshop that showcases Indigenous image-based storytelling as a way to reflect on and share personal experiences and science.
October 22, 2:00 PM, Ontario Power Building, 700 University Ave., 7th Floor, Room 7-114 | More Information & Register
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Meet with the ORT
The ORT provides a safe space and open door policy for UHN trainees and postdoctoral researchers to have their questions and concerns heard and get help finding resources. Book a virtual appointment to meet with a member of the ORT Team for answers, resources, and support!
Book an appointment here.
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Heart Failure Symposium
Join the Ted Rogers Centre for Heart Research for an in-person Heart Failure Symposium to learn about the latest discoveries, insights, and innovations in cardiovascular science.
October 1, 7:30 AM, Chestnut Conference Centre, 89 Chestnut St. | More Information & Register
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Scaling Smart in a Shifting World: Global Strategies for Startups
Join the MaRS Discovery District and Export Development Canada for a hybrid conversation with venture leaders navigating global markets under pressure.
October 1, 3:30 PM | More Information & Register
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Spectral Cytometry Solutions Seminar
Join Sony for an in-person seminar to learn about their ID7000 and FP7000 systems for high-parameter analysis, real-time unmixing, and efficient sample acquisition in complex biological research. Register by October 1.
October 2, 11:00 AM, MaRS Centre, 661 University Ave., Room CR-3 | More Information & Register
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Preparing Data in Excel
Join Biostatistics @ UHN for an online workshop to learn how to prepare clean, well-structured data in Excel for accurate and efficient analysis.
October 3, 11:00 AM | More Information & Register
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Beyond the Lab: Exploring a Career as a Journal Editor
Join the Life Science Editors for an online webinar featuring editors from Nature, Cell, and Science as they share their journeys into editorial roles and what it's like working at top-tier journals.
October 7, 12:00 PM | More Information & Register
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Trust Issues: Science, Skepticism, & Showing Up
Join RCIScience for an in-person panel that explores the power and challenges of fostering trust in science, media, and community through a uniquely Canadian lens.
October 7, 7:00 PM, Sears Atrium, George Vari Engineering and Computing Centre, Toronto Metropolitan University, 245 Church St. | More Information & Register
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Building Inclusive Teams: Practical Accessibility for Sight Loss
Join the Research IDEA Committee for an online workshop with the Canadian National Institute for the Blind (CNIB) to learn about respectful communication, inclusive language, and low-effort accessibility wins for meetings and documents, and how you can approach offering and requesting accommodations with confidence.
October 9, 12:00 PM | More Information & Register
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Care Redistribution: Everyone is the Solution to a Health Workforce Crisis
Join the Institute for Education Research for an online seminar exploring strategies, policies, and evidence on redistributing care to neighbours, peers, volunteers, and community health workers during a health workforce crisis.
October 9, 12:00 PM | Register
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Strategies for Developing Your Research Profile: Research Grant CVs
Join The Institute for Education Research for an online workshop to learn how to create a narrative CV for Tri-Agency and other external funding body applications.
October 14, 2:00 PM | Register
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Careers Beyond Academia: Non-Profit/Charity Organizations
Join the Stem Cell Network for an online discussion with professionals from Breakthrough T1D Canada and Fighting Blindness Canada.
October 15, 12:00 PM | More Information & Register
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Lost in the Binary Sex/Gender Data: Overlooked Identities and the Need for Standardized Reporting in Research
Join the CIHR Institute of Gender and Health Trainees Network for a virtual talk by KITE PhD Candidate, Renato Barbosa dos Santos.
October 15, 12:00 PM | More Information & Register
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ChatGPD - Intellectual Property Associate: The Intersection of Science and Law
ChatGPD is a graduate professional development podcast hosted by U of T's Institute of Medical Sciences (IMS). Episode 6 features Dr. Antoinette Bugyei-Twum, an Associate in the Intellectual Property Group at Borden Ladner Gervais LLP.
Listen on Spotify
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Nucleate Canada Activator Program
The Nucleate Activator Program provides an opportunity for trainees and postdocs with a technology as an inventor or contributor with educational programming on venture creation, guidance from industry leaders, and resources to transform their research into a groundbreaking venture.
Apply by October 20 | More Information & Apply
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Penn Career Services Graduate and Postdoc Resources
A series of videos covering career development topics including how to convert your CV to a resume, questions to ask when networking, job searching tips, how to use LinkedIn, networking tips for introverts, how to prepare for interviews, and more.
Access here
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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.
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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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