Fundamentals of Time Management
Join the ORT for an online workshop to learn practical, proven strategies to manage your schedule effectively, prioritize tasks, and stay focused in a world full of distractions.
December 11, 2:00 PM | More Information & Register
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From Postdoc to Research Faculty Crash Course: Research Statements
The From Postdoc to Research Faculty Crash Course provides postdocs with comprehensive support throughout the journey toward securing a research faculty position. In the third session, attendees will learn practical strategies for creating a research statement that effectively communicates their skills, expertise, and contributions in a competitive academic environment.
January 22, 12:00 PM | More Information & Register
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Careers Beyond Academia: Technology Transfer & IP
Join the Stem Cell Network for an online discussion with technology and intellectual property (IP) professionals from Intellectual Property Ontario (IPON) and the University of British Columbia.
December 10, 12:00 PM | More Information & Register
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Preparing for a Career as a Principal Investigator
Join the Stem Cell Network for an online panel discussion focused on building valuable experience during your PhD or postdoc, navigating the job search process, and developing effective strategies for finding and applying to faculty positions.
December 11, 12:00 PM | More Information & Register
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Three-Dimensional Modeling of the Pediatric AML Niche: Understanding Immunosuppression and Innovative Therapeutic Opportunities
Join the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre for an in-person seminar with Dr. Martina Pigazzi, University of Padova.
December 11, 4:00 PM, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, 610 University Ave., 6th Floor, Bob Bell Auditorium
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ChatGPD Episode 8 - AI and Graduate Student Success: Building AI Confidence
ChatGPD is a graduate professional development podcast hosted by U of T's Institute of Medical Sciences (IMS). Episode 8 features Dr. Pascal Tyrrell, a data scientist and IMS faculty member who will share how AI can become a practical tool for success and how you can engage it with readiness and curiosity.
Listen or watch on Spotify or YouTube
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UHN Intramurals
All members of Team UHN are invited to join Michener Institute of Education's intramurals beginning in January 2026. Register to play basketball, volleyball, and/or indoor soccer on weeknights with games starting between 5:00 and 7:30 PM.
More Information & Register
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International Travel Awards
The Stem Cell Network is offering a limited number of awards to enable graduate students, postdoctoral researchers, and research assistants and associates working in the fields of stem cells and regenerative medicine to attend international conferences between January 1 and March 15, 2026.
More Information & Apply
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Mitacs Global Link Research Award
The Mitacs Global Research Award provides University of Toronto students $6000 in funding to conduct a 12- to 24-week research project outside of Canada.
Apply by January 31, 5:00 PM | More Information & Apply
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UHN Research Innovation Cores
UHN Research Innovation Cores provide access to state-of-the-art facilities, equipment, and expertise that enable high-quality research. The UHN Cores serve UHN research study teams and are also available to investigators worldwide. Learn about their 12 facilities and services available here.
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Congratulations, Oreoluwa Kolade, on receiving an ORT Conference Participation Award!
Oreoluwa Kolade is a PhD candidate in Dr. Sowmya Viswanathan's lab at the UHN Research Institutes. Ore studies combinations of growth parameters in mesenchymal stromal cell donors to increase their potency for use in regenerative therapies.
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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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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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