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SUMMARY:IMSSA x P2P: Data Visualization Workshop
DESCRIPTION:IMSSA Academics and the IMS P2P Mentorship Program are excited to partner with Kelly Schultz\, Data Librarian from the Map and Data Library to bring you a workshop focused on Data Visualization.\nJoin us to gain valuable insights\, discover key success strategies\, and learn how to make your data more tangible and accessible for a multidisciplinary audience using diverse visual elements.\nDate: Wednesday\, October 15th\nTime: 12 PM to 1 PM\nLocation: Virtually (Link will be circulated to registrants closer to the event) \nPlease sign up using this link: https://forms.gle/BQ9tXsAcvZdwZS5r6  \nPlease feel free to reach out if you have any questions. \nWe look forward to seeing you then!
URL:https://imssa.ca/event/imssa-x-p2p-data-visualization-workshop/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251002T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251002T230000
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SUMMARY:IMSSA Post Elections Social
DESCRIPTION:Come join us in celebrating the newly elected IMSSA Executive Team for 2025-2026!\nWe will be celebrating at Smith Social House (171 College St\, Toronto\, ON M5T 1P7) following elections at 9pm Thursday October 2nd. Food/snacks will be served!\nPlease RSVP here. Everyone is encouraged to attend!
URL:https://imssa.ca/event/imssa-post-elections-social/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251002T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251002T203000
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SUMMARY:IMSSA Fall Elections
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in student leadership and getting more involved with IMS? Nominations for the 2024–2025 IMSSA Executive Team are now open to all IMS students!\n Nomination deadline: Tuesday\, September 30th at 11:59 PM (no late submissions).\n Elections: Thursday\, October 2nd\, 6–8:30 PM at Sidney Smith Hall (Room 1086). Virtual options available—contact imssa@studentorg.utoronto.ca if needed.\n Click here to see position details and requirements.\n Complete this form to nominate yourself.
URL:https://imssa.ca/event/imssa-fall-elections/
LOCATION:Sidney Smith Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250926T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250926T220000
DTSTAMP:20250911T222635Z
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SUMMARY:Welcome Roller Skating Night
DESCRIPTION:IMSSA is hosting a Roller Skating Night at Scooter’s Roller Palace on Thursday\, September 26th – and you’re invited! \nDetails: \n Location: Scooter’s Roller Palace (2105 Royal Windsor Drive\, Mississauga) \n Meet at Union Station by 5:00pm to take the GO train together OR meet us directly at Scooter’s by 6:00pm. \n Free pizza + skate rentals included! \nCome out for a fun night of skating\, music\, and community. Whether you’re a pro on wheels or a first-time skater\, everyone is welcome! \n RSVP here! \nWe can’t wait to see you there!
URL:https://imssa.ca/event/welcome-roller-skating-night/
LOCATION:Scooter’s Roller Palace
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250926T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250926T143000
DTSTAMP:20250814T194506Z
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SUMMARY:CardioRheum Symposium 2025
DESCRIPTION:CardioRheum Symposium 2025\nSep. 26\, 8:30 am – 2:30 pm \nIn this symposium\, an international team of experts will discuss the latest evidence on the management of rheumatic patients at higher risk of cardiovascular disease. This symposium will focus on three core themes: menopause\, imaging of the heart\, and weight-loss strategies. \nThe event features a global series of speakers\, with panel discussions from experts describing their own experiences\, along with case-based learning\, and networking breaks throughout the day. \nFor more information and to register\, please click here.
URL:https://imssa.ca/event/cardiorheum-symposium-2025/
LOCATION:Women’s College Hospital\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250925T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250925T103000
DTSTAMP:20250911T222257Z
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SUMMARY:IMS Research Rounds - Cardiovascular Health Research
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for breakfast as we hear from our fellow IMS researchers on their cardiovascular health research:\n\nHamzah Khan is using plasma protein biomarkers for predicting adverse outcomes in patients with vascular disease.\nKarem Abdul-Samad is developing and evaluating models to predict heart failure outcomes and support clinical decision-making.\nManya Lamba is examining cell death pathways activated during ischemic-reperfusion injuries in pediatric open-heart surgeries to determine the optimal timing for protective interventions to minimize surgical complications.\n\n\nLocation: C. David Naylor Building – Room NL 203\nDate & Time: September 25\, 9:00 am – 10:30 am\n\nThis is an in-person-only event. Please register here and help spread the word!\n\nIf you are interested in presenting your research\, please fill out this form! This is a great opportunity for you to practice your presentation skills\, learn from your peers\, and cultivate collaboration opportunities!
URL:https://imssa.ca/event/ims-research-rounds-cardiovascular-health-research/
LOCATION:David Naylor Building
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250922T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250924T000000
DTSTAMP:20250814T194627Z
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UID:2857-1758499200-1758672000@imssa.ca
SUMMARY:IMPACTT Microbiome Symposium: Abstract Submission
DESCRIPTION:Having IMPACTT is an annual symposium focused on health microbiome research. This 2.5 day symposium will take place on Sept 22-24\, 2025 at the Malcolm Hotel in Canmore\, Canada. \nWe have 19 presenter awards to give away this year\, so this is one symposium you won’t want to miss! \nSee our available awards\nLearn about our speakers \nQuestions? Email impactt@ucalgary.ca and we’ll get back to you right away. \nWe hope to see you Sept 22-24\, 2025 in Canmore\, Canada for our Having IMPACTT 5: Advancing Microbiome Research Symposium! Please note\, IMPACTT is funded by CIHR and our registration fees are heavily subsidized for students and postdocs\, and come with multiple meals each day!
URL:https://imssa.ca/event/impactt-microbiome-symposium-abstract-submission/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250918T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250918T230000
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SUMMARY:IMS International Welcome Pub Social
DESCRIPTION:The IMS International Community welcomes all new and returning students! Join us for a fun evening to meet the new executive board and connect with fellow international and domestic students. Everyone is welcome! \n📅 When? Thursday\, September 18\, at 6 PM \n📍 Where? Madison Avenue Pub (14 Madison Ave\, Toronto) \n👥 Who? Everyone’s welcome! \n🎉 What to bring? Yourself and some good vibes! \nRegister here!🍻
URL:https://imssa.ca/event/ims-international-welcome-pub-social-2/
LOCATION:Madison Avenue Pub\, 14 Madison Ave\,\, Toronto\, ON\, M5R 2S1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250917T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250917T180000
DTSTAMP:20250911T223107Z
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UID:2895-1758126600-1758132000@imssa.ca
SUMMARY:Courageous Conversations: How to Speak Up with Confidence
DESCRIPTION:The Toronto Women in Science Talks is hosting a workshop on Courageous Conversations. Learn how to speak up with confidence and advocate for yourself with supervisors\, colleagues and peers.\n\n Sept 17\n 4:30–6:00 PM\n Register: https://lnkd.in/gmYQMyjk
URL:https://imssa.ca/event/courageous-conversations-how-to-speak-up-with-confidence/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250830
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UID:2851-1756512000-1756598399@imssa.ca
SUMMARY:IMSSA x IMS International Presents the End of Summer Potluck Picnic
DESCRIPTION:Say goodbye to summer with good food\, good vibes\, and great company! Join us for an afternoon picnic on the Toronto Islands. Bring a dish to share\, meet fellow incoming IMS students\, and enjoy games\, sunshine\, and scenic views. \n🗓 Date: Friday\, August 30\n📍 Location: Toronto Islands \n⏰ Meet Time: 12:50 PM at Jack Layton Ferry Terminal. We will be taking the 1:20 ferry to the islands! \n🎟️ Ferry Tickets: Purchase them in advance – https://secure.toronto.ca/FerryTicketOnline/tickets2/index.jsp \nAll IMS students are welcome! Be sure to sign up to help us coordinate food and ferry logistics. \nSign up here: https://forms.gle/73vM7v2YWimvCMtf7 
URL:https://imssa.ca/event/imssa-x-ims-international-presents-the-end-of-summer-potluck-picnic/
LOCATION:Toronto Island
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250828T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250828T110000
DTSTAMP:20250818T123627Z
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SUMMARY:IMS Methodology Seminar Series: Quantify this! A deep dive into qPCR
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the third instalment of the IMS Methodology Seminar Series on qPCR\, taking place in Rm. 203 in the Naylor Building. Manon Feasson and Christina Doherty\, PhD candidates\, will begin our wet lab section of the seminar series with an overview of Quantitative Polymerase Chain Reaction (qPCR)\, including the principles\, methodology\, and analysis of qPCR. Join us to refresh on essential microbiology techniques and support your fellow students. Breakfast will be provided. \nPlease register here
URL:https://imssa.ca/event/ims-methodology-seminar-series-quantify-this-a-deep-dive-into-qpcr/
LOCATION:Rm. 203\, Naylor Building
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250724T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250724T100000
DTSTAMP:20250707T131206Z
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SUMMARY:IMS Research Rounds - AI in Medicine
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for breakfast as we hear from our fellow IMS researchers on AI in Medicine \nWhen: Thursday\, July 24th\, 2025\, from 9am – 10am\nWhere: C. David Naylor Building – Room NL 203 \nPresenters: \nValentina Tamayo Velasquez – Valentina is a third year PhD student working under the supervision of Drs. Bernard Le Foll Andrea Waddell. Her research includes using machine learning in psychiatric settings to enhance patient safety and outcomes. This includes the development\, piloting\, and implementation of a predictive machine learning model named the Mental health Adverse event Prediction (MAP) Tool. \nAnthaea-Grace Patricia Dennis – Anthaea-Grace is a second-year PhD student in the lab of Dr. Antonio Strafella. Her research aims to use machine learning and AI for efficient and early Parkinson’s Disease diagnosis and prediction. \nDeween Piyasena – Deween is a first year MSc student and his research focuses on developing and validating machine learning models to improve clinical decision-making in lung transplantation. Specifically\, he designs predictive models focused on transplant recipients\, forecasting key outcomes including post-transplant pulmonary function metrics and time to extubation. His work aims to provide clinicians with detailed\, actionable insights to support lung transplant care and optimize post-operative management strategies. \nJerry Li – Jerry is a fourth-year PhD student working with Dr. Mojgan Hodaie. He uses machine learning to investigate how the presence and resolution of chronic pain via neurosurgery affect the brain and body. \nThis is an in-person-only event! Please register here and spread the word! \nThe registration deadline is July 22nd.  \nIf you are interested in presenting your research\, please fill out this form! This is a great opportunity for you to practice your presentation skills\, learn from your peers\, and cultivate collaboration opportunities!
URL:https://imssa.ca/event/ims-research-rounds-ai-in-medicine/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250711T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250711T170000
DTSTAMP:20250616T175627Z
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UID:2824-1752222600-1752253200@imssa.ca
SUMMARY:Temerty Faculty of Medicine Research Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Dear Temerty Faculty of Medicine Members\, \nWe are thrilled to announce that registration is now open for the third Temerty Faculty of Medicine Research Showcase\, which will take place on Friday\, July 11 from 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM at the Bahen Centre for Information Technology (40 St. George Street). We aim for this event to bring together research-based upper-year undergraduate students\, graduate students\, medical students\, postdoctoral fellows\, faculty\, and staff from the various graduate and clinical departments across the Temerty Faculty of Medicine for a day of networking\, collaboration\, and learning. \nTo register for this FREE event\, click below!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister TODAY!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Program \n\nKeynote Presentation: An invited speaker will showcase their work and facilitate an engaging question & answer segment following their talk.\nResearch Symposia & Poster Sessions: At registration\, trainees and postdoctoral fellows are invited to submit poster abstracts. The top 12 abstracts will be selected for presentation during symposium talks at the event. Please note that we require that you complete both the registration and abstract & panel submission forms by Tuesday\, June 10 at 11:59 PM. Prizes will be given to top presenters!\nPI Talks: This engaging session aims to provide attendees with a discussion of research methods\, experimental design\, troubleshooting strategies\, and more.\nCareer Coffee Chats: Attendees will be matched to 3 professionals based on the attendees’ sector preferences at registration. Attendee spots will be available on a first-come\, first-serve basis and will be limited to ensure productive conversations with our guests.\nMentorship Panels: At the end of the showcase\, we will host the following two mentorship panels that allow attendees to hear from trainee and mentor figures from their aspiring field:\n\nApplying & getting into graduate and medical school\nNavigating a post-graduate career in industry\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSubmit your Abstract TODAY!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration will close on or before Friday\, June 10 at 11:59 PM\, pending ticket availability. Should you have any questions or require additional information\, please visit our website or reach out to us at temerty.research.showcase@utoronto.ca.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n– Sent on behalf of The Temerty Faculty of Medicine Research Showcase Organizing Committee
URL:https://imssa.ca/event/temerty-faculty-of-medicine-research-showcase-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250707T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250707T170000
DTSTAMP:20250610T185801Z
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UID:2821-1751875200-1751907600@imssa.ca
SUMMARY:2025 St. Michael's Life Science Career Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Hello all\, \nThe St. Michael’s Student Research Association is proud to invite you to join us for our 8th annual Life Sciences Career Symposium on July 7th\, 2025\, in person at the Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute at St. Michael’s Hospital! The theme this year is Beyond the Bench and will feature professionals working in careers outside of bench research. The symposium is a full day event featuring a keynote speaker\, followed by a panel discussion with recent life science graduates working in industry\, skills development workshops and networking opportunities with all the career professionals! This will be a great opportunity to learn\, connect\, and ask questions about the careers and journeys of distinguished experts in the life sciences. \nEarly bird registration is open now for all graduate students and post-doctoral fellows until June 13th! Visit the link below to register now and to learn more information about our event and speakers. \nPlease reach out to srsa@unityhealth.to if you have any questions. \nDate: July 7\, 2025\nLocation: Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute\, 209 Victoria St\, Toronto\, ON\nRegistration: https://forms.gle/HsU3hf9ArLkJ8FQE7\nEarly Bird Registration Fee until June 13th: $5\nRegular Registration: $10 (after June 13th) \nWe look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://imssa.ca/event/2025-st-michaels-life-science-career-symposium/
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