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MNN meeting: Abstract deadline MONDAY MAY 11
by Chris Anderson 08 May '15

08 May '15

Just a reminder that the final abstract deadline for the Manitoba Neuroscience Network Meeting (JUNE 12, RADISSON WINNIPEG DOWNTOWN) is this Monday May 11. Please visit the meeting website to submit and register<http://www.sbrc.ca/mnn2015>. All are encouraged to attend! Chris M. Anderson, PhD MNN Director SFN Winnipeg Chapter President

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Interested in IMARIS - quantitative 4D cell analysis siftware?
by Chris Anderson 08 May '15

08 May '15

Dear All - Please see below from Dr. Thomas Murooka (Dept of Immunology) and respond to him if interested. Thanks. Dear Researchers, I am an investigator with the Department of Immunology, and I wanted to inquire whether there was interest from neuroscience network members for a quantitative 4D analysis software that will allow for the tracking and characterization of a number of cellular parameters in a 3D environment. The program is called Imaris, and I am linking to their website the … [View More]

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MNN Seminar Series - Dr. G. Kirouac - May 29 @9am
by Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience 07 May '15

07 May '15

Everyone is invited! Manitoba Neuroscience Network 2014/2015 Seminar & Visiting Speaker Series WHEN: Friday, May 29th, 2015 | 9:00 am LOCATION: PX236/238 PsychHealth Bldg. SPEAKER: Dr. Gilbert Kirouac Dr. Gilbert Kirouac Professor - Departments of Oral Biology and Psychiatry Colleges of Dentistry and Medicine Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Manitoba Topic: The paraventricular … [View More]

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2015 MNN Scientific Meeting: Registration and Abstract deadline reminder-May 11 2015
by Soheila Karimi 30 Apr '15

30 Apr '15

This message is sent by Soheila Karimi, the chair of 2015 MNN Scientific Meeting Dear Neuroscientists, As you are aware, the 5th MNN Scientific Meeting will be held at Radisson Hotel Winnipeg Downtown on June 12, 2015. This event will bring together all Manitoban neuroscientists each year to share their recent research findings and importantly to interact with each other to establish new collaborative work. We have an exciting program for this year that focuses on synaptic plasticity and … [View More]

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Reminder: MNN Seminar - Friday April 24 @ 9am - Dr. T. Klonisch
by Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience 22 Apr '15

22 Apr '15

Please circulate. Everyone is invited! Manitoba Neuroscience Network 2014/2015 Seminar & Visiting Speaker Series Date: Friday, April 24th 2015 Time: 9:00 a.m. Location: PX236/238 PsycHealth Bldg., Bannatyne Campus Thomas Klonisch MD, PhD Professor & Head, Department of Human Anatomy and Cell Science Director of Histomorphology & Ultrastructural Imaging; Director of the Glioma Cell Resource; Professor, … [View More]

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MNN Visiting Speaker - Dr. Marco Prado Friday May 15th at 1pm
by Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience 16 Apr '15

16 Apr '15

Mark your Calendars! Manitoba Neuroscience Network Visiting Speaker Series Date: Friday, May 15th, 2015 Time: 1:00 p.m. Location: Theatre C, Bannatyne Campus Dr. Marco Prado <http://westonbraininstitute.ca/funded-research/applicant/dr-marco-prado/> Professor, Physiology & Pharmacology University of Western Ontario Topic: TBA More info to follow **Please note that the date/time of … [View More]

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2015 Nick Shepel Student Travel Award
by Kelly Jorundson 16 Apr '15

16 Apr '15

Please circulate! 2015 Nick Shepel Student Travel Award Competition deadline: Friday May 15, 2015 The Nick Shepel Student Travel Award was established by the Division of Neurodegenerative Disorders, St. Boniface Hospital Research to honor Nick Shepel who was an outstanding researcher, friend and leader. Nick was a true inspiration to his lab partners and brought fire, humor, and a desire to always do better. His insistence to always try better will have a permanent effect on his lab … [View More]mates. Nick led by example and taught that detailed preparation and execution of experiments ensured reliable results. Purpose: The purpose of this fund shall be to recognize a young investigator (graduate student within the College of Medicine - University of Manitoba) by providing an annual award(s) (up to $1,000 max) to support travel costs associated with the applicant's attendance at a future national/international conference where the applicant is presenting a poster or oral presentation. Eligibility: At the time of application, students must be registered in the College of Medicine at the University of Manitoba. 1. "Registered" includes being accepted by the major department of study, admitted by the Faculty of Graduate Studies, or eligible to register in the Faculty of Graduate Studies. 2. A student admitted under the "Provisional Status" may not receive the award during the provisional period. 3. Amount of award(s) may vary each year (minimum value - $400). 4. Students must be giving a poster or oral presentation at an upcoming scientific meeting (national/international) Submission Instructions: A complete application consists of the following: 1. Introductory letter describing meeting 2. Copy of abstract 3. Curriculum vitae 4. Current GPA, transcripts not needed 5. Proposed budget of travel costs 6. Submit your completed application materials to: Dr. Paul Fernyhough Director - Division of Neurodegenerative Disorders St. Boniface Hospital Research R4046 - 351 Tache Avenue Winnipeg, MB R2H 2A6 How to apply for reimbursement: Reimbursement will be done in accordance with St. Boniface Hospital travel policies. Only original receipts will be accepted. Copies may be accepted only where proof of submission to another agency is provided. For more information, contact: Kelly Jorundson Administrative Manager Division of Neurodegenerative Disorders St. Boniface Hospital Research & Department of Pharmacology & Therapeutics College of Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences University of Manitoba Room R4046 - 351 Taché Avenue Winnipeg, MB R2H 2A6 CANADA Tel: 204.235.3939 | Fax: 204.237.4092 Email: kjorund(a)sbrc.ca OR Kelly.Jorundson(a)umanitoba.ca Website: www.sbrc.ca/dnd OR www.umanitoba.ca/medicine/units/pharmacology [View Less]

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Recall: 2015 Nick Shepel Student Travel Award
by Kelly Jorundson 16 Apr '15

16 Apr '15

Kelly Jorundson would like to recall the message, "2015 Nick Shepel Student Travel Award".

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2015 Nick Shepel Student Travel Award
by Kelly Jorundson 16 Apr '15

16 Apr '15

Please circulate! 2015 Nick Shepel Student Travel Award Competition deadline: Friday May 15, 2015 The Nick Shepel Student Travel Award was established by the Division of Neurodegenerative Disorders, St. Boniface Hospital Research to honor Nick Shepel who was an outstanding researcher, friend and leader. Nick was a true inspiration to his lab partners and brought fire, humor, and a desire to always do better. His insistence to always try better will have a permanent effect on his lab … [View More]mates. Nick led by example and taught that detailed preparation and execution of experiments ensured reliable results. Purpose: The purpose of this fund shall be to recognize a young investigator (graduate student within the Faculty of Medicine - University of Manitoba) by providing an annual award(s) (up to $1,000 max) to support travel costs associated with the applicant's attendance at a future national/international conference where the applicant is presenting a poster or oral presentation. Eligibility: At the time of application, students must be registered in the College of Medicine at the University of Manitoba. 1. "Registered" includes being accepted by the major department of study, admitted by the Faculty of Graduate Studies, or eligible to register in the Faculty of Graduate Studies. 2. A student admitted under the "Provisional Status" may not receive the award during the provisional period. 3. Amount of award(s) may vary each year (minimum value - $400). 4. Students must be giving a poster or oral presentation at an upcoming scientific meeting (national/international) Submission Instructions: A complete application consists of the following: 1. Introductory letter describing meeting 2. Copy of abstract 3. Curriculum vitae 4. Current GPA, transcripts not needed 5. Proposed budget of travel costs 6. Submit your completed application materials to: Dr. Paul Fernyhough Director - Division of Neurodegenerative Disorders St. Boniface Hospital Research R4046 - 351 Tache Avenue Winnipeg, MB R2H 2A6 How to apply for reimbursement: Reimbursement will be done in accordance with St. Boniface Hospital travel policies. Only original receipts will be accepted. Copies may be accepted only where proof of submission to another agency is provided. For more information, contact: Kelly Jorundson Administrative Manager Division of Neurodegenerative Disorders St. Boniface Hospital Research & Department of Pharmacology & Therapeutics College of Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences University of Manitoba Room R4046 - 351 Taché Avenue Winnipeg, MB R2H 2A6 CANADA Tel: 204.235.3939 | Fax: 204.237.4092 Email: kjorund(a)sbrc.ca OR Kelly.Jorundson(a)umanitoba.ca Website: www.sbrc.ca/dnd OR www.umanitoba.ca/medicine/units/pharmacology [View Less]

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FW: Department of Radiology Grand Rounds April 23, 2015
by Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience 16 Apr '15

16 Apr '15

Everyone is invited! Department of Radiology Grand Rounds Date: Thursday, April 23, 2015 Time: 12:00 Noon Location: Theatre C *** ***LInked to Samuel Cohen Auditorium, St. Boniface Research Dr. John Gore <http://engineering.vanderbilt.edu/bio/john-gore> Hertha Ramsey Cress Chair in Medicine Professor of Radiology and Radiological Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, Physics and Astronomy, and Molecular Physiology and Biophysics, Vanderbilt University … [View More]TOPIC: “Developments and Applications of Quantitative Imaging Biomarkers” Dr. John Gore: John C. Gore, Ph.D., holds the Hertha Ramsey Cress Chair in Medicine and is a University Professor of Radiology and Radiological Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, Physics and Astronomy, and Molecular Physiology and Biophysics, at Vanderbilt University. Dr. Gore obtained his Ph.D. in Physics at the University of London in the UK and also holds a degree in Law. He is a member of the National Academy of Engineering and an elected Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science, the American Institute of Medical and Biological Engineering, the International Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine (ISMRM), the American Physical Society and the Institute of Physics (UK). In 2004 Dr. Gore was awarded the Gold Medal of the ISMRM for his contributions to the field of magnetic resonance imaging. He is also a Distinguished Investigator of the Academy of Radiology Research. He is editor-in-chief of the journal Magnetic Resonance Imaging and currently serves as a member of the National Advisory Council on Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering for NIBIB. His research interests include the development and application of imaging methods for understanding tissue physiology and structure, molecular imaging and functional brain imaging. All are welcome to attend! Jennifer Iskierski Administrative Manager Department of Radiology College of Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences GA216-820 Sherbrook Street Winnipeg, MB R3A 1R9 Ph: 204-787-1328 Fax: 204-787-2080 http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/medicine/units/radiology/ <http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/medicine/units/radiology/> Kelly Jorundson Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience R4046 - 351 Tache Avenue Winnipeg, MB R2H 2A6 Tel: 204.235.3939 Fax: 204.237.4092 Email: kjorund(a)sbrc.ca OR kjorund(a)yahoo.ca Website: www.sfn-manitoba.ca [View Less]

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