February 2011 - Neuro-All - University of Manitoba Mailing Lists

Manitoba Neuroscience Network 2nd Annul Scientific Meeting
by Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience 22 Feb '11

22 Feb '11

Please circulate/post the attachment in your area! SAVE THE DATE Manitoba Neuroscience Network 2nd Annual Scientific Meeting | June 13, 2011 What: Manitoba Neuroscience Network scientific meeting and knowledge exchange among principal neuroscientists and trainees Where: Hilton Suites Winnipeg Airport When: Monday, June 13, 2011 The Manitoba Neuroscience Network is an initiative formed to enhance coordination, efficiency and clinical application of neuroscience discovery in Manitoba. It is managed by the Winnipeg Chapter of the Society for Neuroscience. Kelly Jorundson Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience R4046 - 351 Taché Avenue Winnipeg, MB R2H 2A6 CANADA Tel: 204.235.3939 7Fax: 204.237.4092 Email: kjorund(a)sbrc.ca <mailto:kjorund@sbrc.ca>

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Important information regarding the Manitoba Neuroscience Network Seminar Feb 25
by Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience 17 Feb '11

17 Feb '11

As you are all aware, one objective of the Manitoba Neuroscience Network is to promote interaction among our neuroscientists. Part of this effort is holding the seminars at different neuroscience campuses from time to time. That said, the February 25 seminar is at ST. BONIFACE HOSPITAL RESEARCH CENTRE in the Cohen Auditorium. We would like to request that as many people as possible make an extra effort to come personally to the Cohen Auditorium for this event. We will even be providing donuts and coffee to encourage you! I do realize that there will be people (those attending rounds from 8-9) who cannot make it over in time. For those people the seminar will be videolinked to THEATRE B. I hope to see as many of you at St. Boniface as possible. The seminar information is as follows: Manitoba Neuroscience Network Seminar - Dr. Hassan Marzban Date: Friday, February 25, 2011 Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Location: Samuel Cohen Auditorium, St. Boniface Campus** Dr. Hassan Marzban Assistant Professor, Department of Human Anatomy and Cell Science, Faculty of Medicine University of Manitoba TOPIC: The cerebellum: Pattern formation and early cerebellar development. **video-linked to Theatre B, Bannatyne Campus My research interests are to understand how genes and molecules control the neurogenesis, axonogenesis and pattern formation during cerebellar development. My immediate goals are to exploit the power of mouse genetic models to determine the cellular and molecular mechanism underlying the cellular and axonal organization in the early stages of the developing cerebellum. I also study pattern Purkinje cells degeneration in mouse mutant models. I utilize variety of cellular and molecular techniques, in vivo and in vitro, and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) to explore the pathologies underlying clinical significances of cerebellar pattern formation. I received my B.Sc. in Physiotherapy, Faculty of Rehabilitation Sciences, Iran University of Medical Sciences, followed by M.Sc. in Anatomy, Department of Anatomy, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences. I received my Ph.D degree in Anatomy from Department of Anatomy, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran. I was recruited as an assistant professor at Medical School, Tehran University of Medical Sciences. I joined to Dr. R. Hawkes laboratory as visiting scientist and subsequently I recruited as an assistant professor (research) at the Department of Cell Biology and Anatomy, Faculty of Medicine, University of Calgary. I am currently an assistant professor in the Department of Human Anatomy and Cell Science, Faculty of Medicine, University of Manitoba. /sent on behalf of Chris Anderson, PhD President - Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience Associate Professor, University of Manitoba --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Chris M. Anderson, Ph.D. Associate Professor of Pharmacology and Therapeutics University of Manitoba Principal Investigator, Division of Neurodegenerative Disorders St. Boniface Hospital Research Center President, Winnipeg Chapter, Society for Neuroscience Director, Manitoba Neuroscience Network T: 204.235.3946 │ F: 204.237.4092 │ E: canderson(a)sbrc.ca

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by Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience 17 Feb '11

17 Feb '11

A Bird's Eye View of Spatial Cognition Date: Wednesday, March 16, 2011 Time: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Location: McNally Robinson Grant Park - 1120 Grant Avenue DR. DEBBIE KELLY CANADA RESEARCH CHAIR IN COMPARATIVE COGNITION; ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR, FACULTY OF ARTS The study of animal cognition allows us to understand how different species live in the world using sensory, developmental or cognitive processes that differ from our own. This approach not only widens our understanding of animals and their abilities, but also allows us to question what it means to be human. Event Poster <http://umanitoba.ca/research/media/DebbieKelly-2011-Poster.pdf> (pdf) Kelly Jorundson Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience R4046 - 351 Taché Avenue Winnipeg, MB R2H 2A6 CANADA Tel: 204.235.3939 7Fax: 204.237.4092 Email: kjorund(a)sbrc.ca <mailto:kjorund@sbrc.ca> Website: www.sfn-manitoba.ca

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The Spinal Cord Research Centre Visiting Scientist Lecture
by Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience 14 Feb '11

14 Feb '11

The Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience would like to make you aware of the following upcoming seminar.... ----------------------------------- The Spinal Cord Research Centre Visiting Scientist Lecture Dr. S. Jayne Garland Department Head of Physical Therapy University of British Columbia Dr. Garland's website <http://www.physicaltherapy.med.ubc.ca/faculty_staff/faculty_staff_directory…> "Estimating the Time Course of the AHP in Human Motoneurones Using Interval Death Rate Analysis" Friday, February 18, 2011 Noon - 1PM Rm 431, Physiology Library Basic Medical Sciences Building 745 Bannatyne Avenue All are welcome to attend. Poster attached. For more information contact: Dr. Phillip Gardiner Phone: 977-5622 E-mail: gardine2(a)ms.umanitoba.ca Kelly Jorundson Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience R4046 - 351 Taché Avenue Winnipeg, MB R2H 2A6 CANADA Tel: 204.235.3939 7Fax: 204.237.4092 Email: kjorund(a)sbrc.ca <mailto:kjorund@sbrc.ca>

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Announcing the Canadian Neuroscience Association young Investigator Award
by Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience 03 Feb '11

03 Feb '11

Dear all, Canadian Association for Neuroscience <http://www.can-acn.net/> has recently initiated a Young Investigator Award. The CAN Young Investigator Award recognizes outstanding research achievements by a young neuroscientist at the early stage of his or her career. Award The award will consist of economy class travel to the CAN annual meeting, accommodation at the conference hotel for three nights, complimentary conference registration and a $1000 award presented at the CAN annual meeting1. Eligibility Candidates must hold a PhD or MD degree (or equivalent), hold an academic or independent research appointment, be within 7 years of their first appointment in a Canadian university or affiliated research institution at the time of application2 and must be a current member in good standing with the Canadian Association for Neuroscience. Nomination Material A letter of nomination signed by three CAN regular members, along with the CV of the nominee should be submitted to the CAN Secretariat by email. Decisions are made by a CAN awards committee. To Apply Please send nominations by March 15, 2011 to jacqueline.turmel(a)crulrg.ulaval.ca. 1Travel to be arranged by the recipient. Hotel accommodation will be made by CAN. Receipts for travel to be sent to the CAN Secretariat within 14 days after the conference for reimbursement of expenses, plus the honorarium. 2Time spent in research appointments in a non-academic setting (e.g., industry, government) count towards the 7-year limit if the candidate has been actively engaged in research, as demonstrated by the candidate's publication record, and the candidate was not considered to be in training (e.g., as a student or postdoctoral fellow). These details are also attached. Please post/circulate. Regards. Chris Anderson /sent on behalf of Chris Anderson President - Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience R4046 – 351 Taché Avenue Winnipeg, MB R2H 2A6 CANADA Tel: 204.235.3939 Fax: 204.237.4092 Email: wcsn(a)sbrc.ca

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MSCIRC Call for Proposals: 2011 Spinal Cord Injury Research Projects
by Winnipeg Chapter Society for Neuroscience 01 Feb '11

01 Feb '11

Call for Proposals for 2011 Spinal Cord Injury Research Projects The Manitoba Spinal Cord Injury Research Committee (MSCIRC) is pleased to announce that the 2011 Grants and Awards competition is now underway and accepting applications for spinal cord injury research projects in Manitoba. Purpose Grants provided through this initiative aim to increase understanding of spinal cord function; reduce the disability related to spinal cord injury; increase functional capacity after spinal cord injury; reduce the incidence and effects of secondary complications after spinal cord injury; and increase quality of life and community integration after spinal cord injury. Eligibility Grant applications will only be considered from accredited educational institutions, disability related organizations, research institutions or members of hospital staff. Deadline All project applications must be submitted by 4:00 p.m. on April 15, 2011. Attached are the Awards Guide and grant module which can also be accessed through the CPA's website http://www.cpamanitoba.ca/ Inquiries Inquiries about the application process are to be directed to: MSCIRC, c/o Canadian Paraplegic Association (Manitoba) Inc. Telephone: 204-786-4753, ext. 222 Toll Free within Manitoba 1-800-720-4933) Fax: 204-786-1140 Email: aconley(a)canparaplegic.org

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