Tuesday, April 02, 2024,
13:00-14:00 |
The
Neuroscience
Program presents
Intersection Between Lysosome Damage and Parkinson''s disease Risk"
Speaker:
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Shawn Ferguson, PhD
Associate Professor, Cell Biology and of Neuroscience, Wu Tsai Institute, Yale University
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Location:
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Hybrid In Person RGN Room 1421 and MS Teams Meeting Please contact Nancy MacDonald at nmacdonald@toh.ca for the link
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Dr. Michael Schlossmacher
Learning Objectives:
 
- Review current knowledge of Parkinson’s disease genetics
- Summarize understanding of roles played by endolysosomal pathway
dysfunction in Parkinson’s disease.
- Demonstrate contributions of the LRRK2 protein in a pathway that
responds to lysosome damage
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Thursday, April 11, 2024,
11:30-13:00 |
The
Bench, Biz, and Beyond
Program presents
Session 5: Clinical Trials and Regulatory Pathway Insights
Speaker:
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TBD
TBD
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Location:
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OHRI CCW 5th floor
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Bench, Biz and Beyond: A Path to Commercialization
The Ottawa Hospital Research Institute, University of Ottawa and the University of Ottawa Heart Institute welcome you to the Bench, Biz and Beyond: A Path to Commercialization series
Session overview
Navigate the complex world of clinical trials and regulatory pathways in this informative session. Gain deeper insights into designing effective clinical trials understanding industry needs, understanding regulatory requirements, and determining the right regulatory path for your innovation. Learn when and how to initiate the regulatory process and explore key concepts of good practices (GxP) in your endeavors.
Registration on Eventbrite coming soon
For more information on the series, please visit: https://www.ottawaheart.ca/researchers/conferences-and-events/bench-biz-and-beyond-path-commercialization
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Monday, April 15, 2024,
15:30-16:30 |
The
AI and Machine Learning
Program presents
“Crosstalk between mTOR and estrogen receptor signaling”
Speaker:
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Dr. Marina Holz
PhD, MPH Dean, Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences Professor, Cell Biology and Anatomy Interim Chair, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Director, Women’s Institute for Science Entrepreneurship (WISE) New York Medical College
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Location:
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TOH General Campus CCW5th Floor Room #5225
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Hosted by Dr. William Stanford 
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Tuesday, April 16, 2024,
15:00-16:00 |
The
Health AI and Data Science (HAD)
Program presents
TBD
Speaker:
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TBD
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Location:
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Virtual via MS Teams
Please contact Emma Brown at emmabrown1@ohri.ca for the meeting link.
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Saturday, April 20, 2024,
9:00-17:00 |
The
uOttawa Brain and Mind Research Institute
Program presents
Enhancing Access to Care: Breaking Boundaries Together. Helping People with Neurological Conditions and their Care Partners Navigate the Health Care System
Speaker:
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The Hon. Lisa Raitt, P.C. Vice-Chair, Global Investment Banking CIBC Capital Markets and Megan O’Connell Ph.D., R.D. Psych
Learn from our keynote speakers, uOBMRI experts and community organizations Full program available on our website.
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Location:
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RA CENTRE, Clarke Room 2451 Riverside Drive, Ottawa, ON, K1H 7X7
Free Registration is required - Lunch is Provided
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Join Us to:
- Learn how to navigate the health care system if you are someone living with a neurodegenerative condition or a care partner.
- Hear from experts who will outline what services are available in our community and how to navigate the system.
- Liaise one-on-one with community organizations who can offer resources, solutions and guidance.
All event details including program and registration can be found here:
www.uottawa.ca/research-innovation/brain/events/enhancing-access-care
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Monday, April 22, 2024,
15:30-16:30 |
The
OHRI Seminar Series
Program presents
"Regulation of Cardiac Ion Channels by Wnt Signalling"
Speaker:
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Dr. Wenbin Liang
MD, Ph.D Scientist & Director, Cardiac Electrophysiology Laboratory, University of Ottawa Heart Institute Associate Professor, Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine, University of Ottawa
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Location:
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TOH General Campus CCW5th Floor Room #5225
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Hosted by Dr. William Stanford 
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Monday, April 29, 2024,
15:30-16:30 |
The
OHRI Seminar Series
Program presents
“Long non-coding RNAs in pluripotency, development and disease"
Speaker:
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Dr. Samar Hussein
Ph.D. Professeur Agrégé / Associate Professor Département de Biologie Moléculaire, Biochimie Médicale et Pathologie. Axe Oncologie - CRCHU de Québec-Université Laval
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Location:
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TOH General Campus CCW5th Floor Room #5225
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Hosted by Dr. William Stanford
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Monday, May 13, 2024,
15:30-16:30 |
The
OHRI Seminar Series
Program presents
TBD
Speaker:
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Dr. Katy Hsu
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Location:
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TOH General Campus CCW5th Floor Room #5225
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Hosted by Dr. Michele Ardolino 
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Tuesday, May 14, 2024,
9:00-13:00 |
The
uOttawa Brain and Mind Research Institute
Program presents
The Blood-Brain Barrier in Health and Disease Mini Symposium
Speaker:
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Chenghua Gu, PhD Professor of Neurobiology HHMI Investigator, Harvard Medical School
Join us to hear form Dr. Chenghua Gu keynote and local experts Program available soon
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Location:
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Roger Guindon Hall, 451 Smyth Road, Ottawa Room 2003
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Registration is required and lunch will be provided - all details can be found here: 
www.uottawa.ca/research-innovation/brain/events/blood-brain-barrier-health-disease-mini-symposium
Join us to:
- Hear from experts about the latest developments in cerebrovascular research.
- Learn about the importance of the blood-brain barrier for brain and mind health.
- Bridge basic and clinical sciences through applications centered around the blood-brain barrier as therapeutic target.
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Monday, May 27, 2024,
15:30-16:30 |
The
OHRI Seminar Series
Program presents
TBD
Speaker:
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Dr. Amy Gillgrass
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Location:
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TOH General Campus CCW5th Floor Room #5225
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Hosted by Dr. Michele Ardolino
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Thursday, June 06, 2024,
11:30-13:00 |
The
Bench, Biz, and Beyond
Program presents
Session 6: Putting it all Together – Building a Successful Company
Speaker:
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TBD
TBD
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Location:
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Civic Campus University of Ottawa Heart Institute - Foustanellas Auditorium
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Bench, Biz and Beyond: A Path to Commercialization
The Ottawa Hospital Research Institute, University of Ottawa and the University of Ottawa Heart Institute welcome you to the Bench, Biz and Beyond: A Path to Commercialization series
Session overview
Discover the keys to building a thriving startup, particularly in the high-tech and biotech sectors. Understand the optimal timing for seeking external funding and learn practical strategies for accessing the necessary capital. This session brings together experienced entrepreneurs and industry experts who will share insights into fundraising, pitching, and securing the resources needed to take your startup to new heights.
Registration on Eventbrite coming soon
For more information on the series, please visit: https://www.ottawaheart.ca/researchers/conferences-and-events/bench-biz-and-beyond-path-commercialization
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Monday, September 23, 2024,
15:30-16:30 |
The
OHRI Seminar Series
Program presents
TBD
Speaker:
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Dr. Penney Gilbert
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Location:
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TOH General Campus CCW5th Floor Room #5225
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Hosted by Dr. William Stanford 
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Monday, October 07, 2024,
15:30-16:30 |
The
OHRI Seminar Series
Program presents
TBD
Speaker:
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Dr. Aly Karson
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Location:
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TOH General Campus CCW 5th Floor Room#5225
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Hosted by Dr. William Stanford
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