Research Month

Our theme this year is “TOgether”, as we celebrate research across the three sites of our network. The opening will start with a brief overview of the research being conducted at each site, followed by a reception with coffee, snacks, fun photo ops and more. Remember to come to pick up your Research Passport!

Agenda:

10:00: Reception, with light refreshments, photo fun, voting for the Research Month photo competition and gifts for attendees.

10:45: Research Month trivia

11:00: Remarks from Dr. Tim Rutledge

11:15: Remarks from Dr. Pat O’Campo

11:30: Reception

If you have a poster presentation coming up, or want to learn more about creating and successfully executing poster presentations, then this workshop is for you! The workshop will cover design do’s and don’t’s, introduce participants to templates and software that can be used to create posters, and discuss strategies for preparing for the presentation itself. While the content is aimed at those who are new to participating in poster presentations, experienced presenters may also find the content valuable.

If you plan to attend the workshop in person, please register here.

Zoom link for remote access: zoom.us/j/567360249 

Title: “Modeling Human Development and Disease Using Pluripotent Stem Cells”

Hans-Willem Snoeck, M.D., PhD, Professor of Medicine (in Microbiology & Immunology)

Date: November 2nd, 2018 | 1-2 pm
Location: Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute Auditorium, 2nd floor, Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute, 209 Victoria Street, St. Michael’s Hospital

Presenting on behalf of the Biomedical Delivery Systems (BDS) Research Theme.

RESEARCH

The research program of the Snoeck lab primarily focuses on hematopoiesis with the aim to improve bone marrow transplantation and gene therapy targeted at hematopoietic stem cells (HSCs), and gain insight in leukemogenesis. To achieve a deeper understanding of the mechanisms involved in self-renewal of HSCs, we have mapped genes underlying quantitative genetic variation in the behavior of HSCs among inbred mouse strains. After identifying allelic variation in the Prdm16 gene as one of the underlying mechanisms, the lab now focuses on the mechanism of action of Prdm16 in the renewal of HSCs. Expansion of this program into directed differentiation of human embryonic stem cells (ESCs) and induced pluripotent state cells (iPSCs) (collectively called human pluritpotent cells (hPSCs)) arose from the desire to attempt to alleviate post-bone marrow transplantation immune deficiency, caused, among others, by defective T cell reconstitution. Furthermore, the capacity to generate thymic epithelial cells from human pluripotent stem cells will allow the generation of the next generation of “personal immune” mice. As the thymus develops from the anterior foregut endoderm, the approaches we developed also led to strategies to generate virtually every type of cell of the respiratory system from hPSCs.

No sign-up required. For more information contact the iBEST Coordinator, Imran Sheikh (ibest@ryerson.ca).

Dr. Hans-Willem Snoeck – Nov 2nd, 2018 (iBEST Visiting Lecturer Series)

The RTC Trainee Research Day this year will be part of Research Month and will take place on Monday, November 5^th, 2018. The goal of Research Day is to showcase our talented trainees. This day also provides the research community a chance to celebrate the outstanding science produced at St. Michael’s. The day will consist of Guest Speakers (Drs. Andras Kapus and Pat O’Campo), oral and poster presentations by trainees, followed by an award ceremony and reception. There are opportunities to network over lunch and throughout the day. Click here to learn more.

Register here

The Interprofessional Practice Based Research Showcase celebrates practice-based research done by St. Michael’s nursing and health disciplines teams. Learn more about the services the IPBR team offers to build research capacity and hear from participates as they share their experiences, results, and successes.

1:30 p.m.

• Poster showcase
• Networking social
• Photo booth

2 p.m.

Opening remarks

• The value of practice based research – Dr. Tim Rutledge, president & CEO

Practice Based Research at St. Michael’s

• Who we are, what we do, how to connect – Dr. Jane Topolovec-Vranic, director of IPBR

IPBR participants’ remarks

• The opportunity & impact of IPBR

Closing remarks

• Building evidence, building bridges – Sonya Canzian, vice-president Clinical Programs Chief Nursing & Health Disciplines Officer

2:30 p.m.

• Poster showcase
• Networking social
• Photo booth

This is for research staff who:
1. Wish to renew their existing library card or new research staff or
2. Wish to obtain a new UofT library card access.

Terms and conditions for access to the U of T Online Library resource

Online library access, provided by the University of Toronto Library, will be used for the exclusive purpose of supporting U of T faculty member(s) in their research. It is understood that U of T library online library access cannot be used in the support of any other responsibilities or duties that the same faculty member may hold at the Hospital (e.g. patient care or administrative roles for the Hospital). Support for such activities can be accessed through the hospital’s library.

U of T reserves the right to deny and/or suspend access if users are found to be in violation of the stated terms and conditions.

In the past, research staff were granted library cards, this has changed.  The University of Toronto Library now provides hospital research staff (who support the research of doctors who have a faculty appointment at UofT), with a barcode and PIN number, which allows researcher staff remote access to the UofT Library licensed electronic resources. This remote access cannot be used for any other duties with which the individual may be involved.  If research staff require hard copies of UofT library material they can request them through the St. Michael’s Hospital library hslibrary@smh.ca phone: x5059.

FYI: We do not update U of T Library cards for physicians. We are responsible for updating the list for research staff only.

If you are a Postdoc, please go to the following link to obtain / renew your access:

https://onesearch.library.utoronto.ca/postdoctoral-fellows

INSTRUCTIONS FOR RESEARCH STAFF:

Again, it is time to update the St. Michael’s list for U of T Library access.

Who is eligible for this service?
Only research staff who are supporting the research done by Principal Investigators who have faculty appointments at U of T.

Staff who work with doctors who do NOT have faculty appointments at U of T are unfortunately sent back to us as they are not eligible for U of T library access.

Please note that all staff who have existing UofT library access with a barcode/PIN numbers, your barcode and PIN numbers will stay the same. The U of T Library will just extend your expiry date.

Please complete all the questions below and e-mail back to Dina Coronios-Antoniou (coroniosd@smh.ca) by Friday, November 9, 2018:

1. SMH Staff Name:
2. Your Title:
3. Name of Your Supervisor:
4. Indicate if your Principal Investigator has a U of T faculty appointment (Yes / No):
5. Your Department:
6. Your Room: Wing:
7. Your Telephone:
8. Your Email:
9. Indicate if you are full-time employee:
10. Indicate if your appointment or contract has length of stay and state start and end date below.
Your Start date: Your End date:
11. Your U of T Library Access Number:
(if you currently have a number)

12. I have read and understand the Terms and Conditions for access to the U of T Online Library resource and understand that U of T reserves the right to deny and/or suspend access if users are found to be in violation of the stated terms and conditions: (Yes / No):

    For more info.:  Dina Coronios-Antoniou (Ext. 7830)

The Food as Medicine Update series was created to address the knowledge-gap in continuing medical education related to the role of nutrition in patient care. In this full day symposium, health-care professionals will learn about the most recent clinical research on nutrition and chronic disease prevention.

Register and learn more here: https://foodasmedicineupdate.ca

More details and agenda

This is one of two workshops that will provide you with strategies to lead your teams through the many change initiatives currently underway at St. Michael’s. Whether it’s to prepare to physically move your team to another location or prepare for partnership conversations with other hospitals, this workshop is built to assist you. This Leading Others workshop provides practical tools and templates to prepare for and manage change initiatives. Learners will learn to engage people and build employees’ commitment to accomplishing the change vision. Register through the Learning Centre, spaces are limited.

The university of Waterloo is hosting an exclusive Science networking event to foster relationships between organizations in the science /health sector, and our Faculty of Science students, as well as, a chance to meet Science faculty and Co-op staff.   This event will be an opportunity for Researchers who hire for science related positions to meet and network with our upcoming Science graduates to discuss science related opportunities. This is also an opportunity to Promote your company and network with University of Waterloo co-operative education students and staff.

WHEN: Tuesday, November 13th 6:00 – 8:30 p.m.WHERE:
Autodesk Toronto,
MaRS Discovery District 661 University Ave
Toronto, Ontario

For more info contact vjwilson@uwaterloo.ca

The University of Toronto is pleased to invite those interested in learning more about how to initiate, grow and deliver on collaborative research partnerships with global multinational corporations to a panel & information session to be held at the time and location noted below.

Date:                     November 14, 2018
Time:                     10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Location:              MacLennan Physical Laboratories, Room 137 (St. George campus)

To RSVP or questions please contact: international@utoronto.ca

Searching the grey literature is an important part of conducting a systematic, scoping, or other comprehensive literature review. However, grey literature can often be tricky and overwhelming to search. This workshop will define what grey literature is and is not, identify key grey literature sources, describe how search for this information type, and more. This workshop is recommended to anyone who is currently conducting a systematic or scoping review, or who is planning to conduct a systematic or scoping review. It will also be applicable to any individual who is interested in searching grey literature for other purposes.

Come learn about Multiple Sclerosis research. This Symposium will feature presentations from renowned MS Scientists, including Dr. Jiwon Oh, Dr. Dalia Rotstein, Dr. Raphael Schneider & Dr. Shannon Dunn, followed by a panel discussion led by the MS Centre’s Medical Director, Dr. Xavier Montalban. Topics presented and discussed will cover the spectrum of MS Research, from basic science to clinical research.

Have you previously been an ICU patient? Or a family member/caregiver to someone who has? 

Join us for a conversation

The purpose of this session is to introduce patients to the role of research in improving care in the ICU, and in particular to a new research model that the Canadian Adaptive Platform Trial (CAPTIC) team is developing. The research model aims to engage patients, accelerate knowledge generation and merge clinical research with quality improvement.

To register for this event please click here

Fees:
FREE | General Public (with prior experience as an ICU patient or caregiver to one)

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Visit us at www.captic.ca

Collaborative approaches to conducting and applying health research

Patient-oriented research has come to the forefront of health care research, placing importance on making research more relevant to the populations it targets. This presentation will focus on various ways patients and researchers can collaborate on research, and will highlight examples of POR projects, meaningful engagement, and common barriers to engaging in POR from both patient and researcher perspectives.

ZOOM link for remote access: https://zoom.us/j/332029204

The CRICH U of T Chapter proudly presents an exciting day with keynote lectures and interactive workshops with distinguished scientists, leaders in academia and experienced mentors on Tuesday, November 27 at Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute (209 Victoria Street) Allan Waters Auditorium from 12-3:30pm! Talks, panel discussions and breakout rooms will feature Drs. Reinhart Reithmeier, John Marshall, Jane Batt, and Kati Szaszi. The aim of this event is to expose promising graduate trainees to the applicability of their critical thinking skills to multiple career avenues.

The 10,000 PhDs seminar was spearheaded by Dr. Reinhart Reithmeier – an award-winning lecturer and mentor in the Department of Biochemistry at the University of Toronto. Most notably, his leadership was recognized in 2012 by his election to the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences.

You will have the opportunity to sign-up for the smaller scale breakout rooms on the day of the event (20-25 students per room), providing a unique opportunity to have a one-on-one discussion with the mentor of your choice. The following topics will be covered in the breakout rooms:

Room 1: Reinhart Reithmeier – How to network with scientific experts and leaders.
Room 2: John Marshall – How do I become the best mentor for my mentee?
Room 3: Jane Batt – The importance of women in science and engineering: determining if it is the right fit for you.
Room 4: Kati Szaszi & Andras Kapus – The difference in attaining a PhD in 2018 and years prior.

We will also have a raffle to raise funds for the Rotary Transition Centre of St. Michael’s Hospital. Two winning tickets will have paid dinner with all the invited speakers on the night of Nov. 27th between 6:30-8:30 pm!

If you are interested in attending, please register using the link below! 

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/harnessing-the-power-of-your-graduate-degree-academia-medicine-and-beyond-tickets-51970634567?utm_term=eventurl_text&fbclid=IwAR0WDh2XZxiqzRSni8YQpcOTopY8foSyuaaUTh01C3hB0Ylp25QTsxBCeSw

The Jackman Humanities Institute at UofT is pleased to present a Humanities-focused SSHRC Insight Development Grant workshop, in anticipation of the SSHRC IDG deadline of February 1, 2019. This workshop is open to all SSHRC eligible University of Toronto faculty members.

• Date: Tuesday, November 27, 2018, 11 am – 1 pm (a light lunch will be provided)
• Place: 170 St. George Street, JHB room 1040
• Regisration required?: Yes, please email Monica Toffoli at jhi.admin@utoronto.ca to register.