Call for Judges: UHN STAR Program Research Day
The ORT is seeking UHN graduate students, postdoctoral researchers, and staff to serve as poster judges for the UHN Summer Training and Research (STAR) Program Research Day. Judges may participate either in person on August 13 or virtually.
Sign up by July 21 | More Information & Sign Up
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Scientific Writing Bootcamp
Join the UHN Postdoctoral Association (UHNPA) for a full-day, in-person Scientific Writing Bootcamp. This event provides a productive and supportive environment to help you make meaningful progress on your writing projects. Take advantage of dedicated writing time, peer support, and a motivated community to stay focused and achieve your writing goals.
July 30, 9:00 AM, Toronto General Hospital, Eaton Building, 200 Elizabeth St., 1st Floor, Room 1EN441 | More Information & Register
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UHN STAR Program Learning Session: Careers in Science and Healthcare
Join the ORT for the sixth and final session of the STAR Program, featuring a panel of UHN staff who will share insights into the diverse career opportunities available in science and healthcare.
July 31, 2:00 PM, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, 610 University Ave., 6th Floor, Bob Bell Auditorium | More Information
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UHNPA Summer Island Trip
Join the UHNPA for a day trip to Ward's Island. Connect with fellow postdoctoral researchers while enjoying snacks, drinks, and a relaxing day outdoors.
August 8, 9:00 AM, Meet at the Jack Layton Ferry Terminal | More Information & Register
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Get Funded: How to Write Impactful Research Proposals
Join the ORT and expert medical writer Sandy Marshall for an interactive online workshop on writing clear, feasible, and impactful one-page research proposals.
August 18, 1:00 PM | More Information & Register
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RCIScience Journal Club
Join the Royal Canadian Institute for Science (RCIScience) for a virtual journal club for practicing and aspiring science communicators to explore the latest research in science communication.
July 23, 12:00 PM | More Information & Register
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PiPER Community of Practice
Join the Pride in Patient Engagement in Research (PiPER) team for an online seminar exploring how people with lived experience (PLEX) are shaping early-stage cancer innovation.
July 29, 12:00 PM | Zoom Link
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Genomics Research Spatial Seminar: Reveal Intricate Spatial Patterns with Precise Single-Cell Localization
Join UHN Research & Innovation Cores for an in-person seminar introducing a spatial omics approach that integrates spatial context with single-cell sequencing by spatially barcoding nuclei within tissue.
July 30, 10:30 AM, PMCRT, 101 College St., 4th Floor, Room 4-204 | More Information & Register
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From Student to Startup Life: What Does it Take for a Student Entrepreneur to Transform an Idea into a Real-World Solution?
Join Innovation OnBoard for an in-person panel discussion and networking session featuring winners of the Student Founder Pitch Competition. Hear how they developed their ideas, navigated early challenges, and brought their projects to life.
August 5, 3:00 PM, University of Toronto, Hart House, 7 Hart House Cir., Second Floor Music Room | More Information & Register
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From Barriers to Breakthroughs: Understanding Equity in Sickle Cell
Join the Caribbean African Regenerative Medicine (CARM) Network for an online seminar exploring innovations in sickle cell disease, including curative therapies, health equity, and the social determinants of health.
August 10, 12:00 PM | More Information & Register
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Parkinson Canada Annual Research Competition Information Session
Join Parkinson Canada for an online information session to learn about upcoming research funding opportunities, including the Graduate Student Award, Postdoctoral Research Fellowship, and Travel Award Program.
August 12, 12:00 PM | More Information & Register
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ChatGPD Episode 16 - Naval Warfare Officer: Applying Skills for Service
ChatGPD is a graduate professional development podcast hosted by the Institute of Medical Science (IMS) at the University of Toronto. Episode 16 features Kayvan Aflaki, an IMS MSc graduate and Naval Warfare Officer with the Canadian Armed Forces, who shares how curiosity, leadership, and a spirit of adventure have shaped his career in military service.
Watch on YouTube
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BioHubNet EQUIP Funding Opportunities for Trainee Entrepreneurs
BioHubNet's EQUIP funding opportunities support graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and eligible research associates who are translating innovative life science and biomanufacturing research into ventures with the potential to improve human health.
VentureConnect – Travel Grant (up to $5,000)
Supports trainee and postdoc entrepreneurs in attending conferences, investor meetings, customer discovery activities, training workshops and other commercialization-focused events.
Apply by July 27 | More Information & Apply
VentureLift – Commercialization Grant (up to $25,000)
Provides funding to help trainee and postdoc entrepreneurs achieve key commercialization milestones, including business strategy development, product development, regulatory support and operational planning.
Pre-screening Deadline August 10 | More Information & Apply | Interested applicants are required to reach out to commercialization@uhn.ca prior to applying.
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Skillsoft Percipio Learning Platform
UHN’s Skillsoft Percipio Learning Platform is a virtual learning resource that provides TeamUHN members with access to free, self-paced online courses and live virtual classes to advance their skills and support professional development. Topics include leadership, management, inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility, data literacy, business, technology, and communication skills. Users can also complete Project Management Institute training that meets the educational requirements for the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Access Percipio here (UHN Connection Required)
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Congratulations, Nancy Lan Xin Zhang, on receiving an ORT Conference Participation Award!
Nancy Lan Xin Zhang is a fourth-year graduate student in Dr. Aaron Schimmer’s lab at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre. Her research focuses on developing lipid nanoparticles for RNA-based therapies to treat acute myeloid leukemia.
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ORT's Student and Postdoc Handbook
The ORT’s Student and Postdoc Handbook is a comprehensive guide for UHN trainees and postdoctoral researchers, featuring information on UHN policies, health and dental benefits, research services and facilities, wellness supports, career and professional development resources, where to go for help, and much more.
Click here to download the handbook!
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Share your accomplishments with us!
Have you won an award, published a paper, or 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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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 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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