June 2018 - Neuro-All - University of Manitoba Mailing Lists

Announcement of NEW Neuroscience-related IMED Graduate course offerings.
by Kelly Jorundson 28 Jun '18

28 Jun '18

/sent on behalf of Brent Fedirchuk Brent.Fedirchuk(a)umanitoba.ca Subject: Announcement of NEW Neuroscience-related IMED Graduate course offerings. I would like to distribute the notice attached as widely as possible to the local Neuroscience academic community (including students). It is announcement of a new suite of 4 Neuroscience graduate courses that are each 1.5 credit hours. These courses will be offered successively during the 2018 Fall and 2019 Winter academic terms and will replace the IMED7101 and IMED7102 courses (3 credit hours) that have previously been offered. June 2018 Notice of NEW Neuroscience Graduate Course Offerings (please post) Fall Term 2018: IMED7112 - Fundamental Cellular Neurobiology (Sept - Oct) IMED7114 - Fundamental Neural Development and Plasticity (Oct - Dec) Winter Term 2019: IMED7116 - Fundamental Systems Neuroscience (Jan - Feb) IMED7118 - Fundamental Neurobiology of Disease (Mar - Apr) * These 4 new 1.5 credit hour graduate courses will replace: IMED7101 Fundamentals of Neuroscience I (3 credit hours) and, IMED7102 Fundamentals of Neuroscience II (3 credit hours) * None of these courses is a prerequisite to the others, so you may choose to take some, or all of them. * These interdisciplinary courses will held at the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, Bannatyne Campus Tuesdays & Thursdays 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. Dept. Physiology & Pathophysiology Conference Room, 431 BMSB, (4th Floor, Basic Medical Sciences Building) Rady Faculty of Health Sciences Campus Registration is open to all graduate students enrolled in any Faculty/College/Department interested in Neuroscience from the Fort Garry or Bannatyne Campuses, and the St. Boniface Research Centre. For more information contact: Dr. Brent Fedirchuk brent.fedirchuk(a)umanitoba.ca 204 789-3762 Dr. Tabrez Siddiqui (IMED7112) Tabrez.Siddiqui(a)umanitoba.ca 204 318-2564 Dr. Hassan Marzban (IMED7114) Hassan.Marzban(a)umanitoba.ca 204 789-3467 Kelly Jorundson Coordinator, Membership & Operations Manitoba Neuroscience Network Email: kjorund(a)sbrc.ca <mailto:kjorund@sbrc.ca> Tel: 204.235.3939 Fax: 204.237.4092 St. Boniface Hospital Albrechtsen Research Centre Room R4046 - 351 Taché Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R2H 2A6 CANADA This email and any attachments may contain confidential, personal and/or privileged information intended for a specific individual and purpose. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, retaining, distribution, access, use or modification of the contents of this e-mailed information is strictly prohibited. If you receive this communication in error, please notify the sender immediately and delete or destroy the email message and any attachments or copies. ****************************************** <http://www.manitobaneuroscience.ca/> <https://www.facebook.com/manitobaneuroscience/?fref=ts> <https://www.instagram.com/manitobaneuroscience/> <https://twitter.com/manitobaneuro>

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Research Presentation - June 28th!
by Kae Normandeau 26 Jun '18

26 Jun '18

Research Presentation Date: June 28 Time: 11:30-12:30pm Location: R230, Med Rehab Building (771 McDermot Avenue) Click here for map<http://umanitoba.ca/about/map/bannatyne/> Scott Yuzwa, PhD. Post-doctoral fellow in the labs of Drs. Freda Miller and David Kaplan at the Hospital for Sick Children Candidate for UMFA position in the Department of Pathology Topic: "Unraveling cellular communication and cell type diversity in the developing brain" Kae Normandeau Administrative Manager Neuroscience Research Program SR440 KIAM Building P: 204-318-2569 E: kae.normandeau(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:kae.normandeau@umanitoba.ca>

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Reminder: Lecture / Trainee lunch w/ Dr. Abhishek Banerjee *Thurs Jun 21 @12noon
by Kelly Jorundson 18 Jun '18

18 Jun '18

/sent on behalf of Dr. Paul Fernyhough Pharmacology & Therapeutics Seminar Series: Dr. Abhishek Banerjee Date: Thursday, June 21st, 2018 Time: 12:00 pm Location: 071 Apotex **Please inform your students that a student lunch will follow at 1pm in room 061 Apotex Centre** Abhishek Banerjee Ph.D D.Phil (Oxford) Marie Curie Fellow and NARSAD Young Investigator, University of Zurich Topic: "Beyond E/I Balance: Inhibitory cell-types in Rett Syndrome Pathophysiology " For more information contact: Ran-Lee Rhinas 204-789-3553 Kelly Jorundson Administrative Manager, Division of Neurodegenerative Disorders St. Boniface Hospital Research Department of Pharmacology & Therapeutics University of Manitoba Email: kjorund(a)sbrc.ca <mailto:kjorund@sbrc.ca> or kjorundson(a)sbgh.mb.ca <mailto:Kelly.jorundson@umanitoba.ca> Tel: 204.235.3939 Fax: 204.237.4092 St. Boniface Hospital Albrechtsen Research Centre Room R4046 - 351 Taché Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R2H 2A6 CANADA This email and any attachments may contain confidential, personal and/or privileged information intended for a specific individual and purpose. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, retaining, distribution, access, use or modification of the contents of this e-mailed information is strictly prohibited. If you receive this communication in error, please notify the sender immediately and delete or destroy the email message and any attachments or copies.

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DEADLINE EXTENDED: * FRI JUN 22, 2018 5PM - 2018 Nick Shepel Travel Award
by Kelly Jorundson 18 Jun '18

18 Jun '18

/sent on behalf of Paul Fernyhough Nick Shepel Travel Award DEADLINE EXTENDED TO: June 22, 2018 - 5 PM The fund was established by the Division of Neurodegenerative Disorders, St. Boniface Hospital Research Centre, to honor Nick Shepel who was an outstanding researcher, friend and leader. Nick was a true inspiration to his laboratory partners and brought fire, humor, and a desire to always excel. His insistence to always try better has had a permanent effect on his lab mates and peers. 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 (specifically in the neuroscience area) by providing an annual award(s) to support travel costs associated with the applicant's attendance at an upcoming national/international conference where the applicant is presenting a poster or oral presentation. This year, the value of the award may range from $300-600. Eligibility: At the time of application, students must be registered in the College of Medicine at the University of Manitoba. · Students must be registered as a full-time graduate student at a Manitoba university. · A student admitted under the "Provisional Status" may not receive the award during the provisional period. · Amount of award(s) may vary each year. · Students must be giving a poster or oral presentation at an upcoming scientific meeting (national/international) Submission Instructions: Only complete applications will be considered. A complete application consists of the following: · Introductory letter describing meeting · Copy of abstract · Curriculum vitae · Current GPA, transcripts not needed · Proposed budget of travel costs · Submit your completed application materials to: Paul Fernyhough Director - Division of Neurodegenerative Disorders St. Boniface Hospital Research R4046 - 351 Tache Avenue Winnipeg, MB R2H 2A6 Email: pfernyhough(a)sbrc.ca 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. Request for reimbursement must be done within 2 weeks following travel otherwise eligibility may be voided. Kelly Jorundson Administrative Manager, Division of Neurodegenerative Disorders St. Boniface Hospital Research Department of Pharmacology & Therapeutics University of Manitoba Email: kjorund(a)sbrc.ca or kjorundson(a)sbgh.mb.ca <mailto:Kelly.jorundson@umanitoba.ca> Tel: 204.235.3939 Fax: 204.237.4092 St. Boniface Hospital Albrechtsen Research Centre Room R4046 - 351 Taché Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R2H 2A6 CANADA This email and any attachments may contain confidential, personal and/or privileged information intended for a specific individual and purpose. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, retaining, distribution, access, use or modification of the contents of this e-mailed information is strictly prohibited. If you receive this communication in error, please notify the sender immediately and delete or destroy the email message and any attachments or copies.

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Visiting Speaker Rachel Sare ***CANCELLED*** Seminar/Trainee Lunch Cancelled
by Kelly Jorundson 12 Jun '18

12 Jun '18

Dear all, Please note that Dr. Sare's visit to Winnipeg scheduled for June 18th, 2018 has been cancelled due to a family emergency. Apologies for inconvenience. Regards, Kelly Kelly Jorundson Administrative Manager, Division of Neurodegenerative Disorders St. Boniface Hospital Research Department of Pharmacology & Therapeutics University of Manitoba Email: kjorund(a)sbrc.ca <mailto:kjorund@sbrc.ca> or kjorundson(a)sbgh.mb.ca <mailto:Kelly.jorundson@umanitoba.ca> Tel: 204.235.3939 Fax: 204.237.4092 St. Boniface Hospital Albrechtsen Research Centre Room R4046 - 351 Taché Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R2H 2A6 CANADA This email and any attachments may contain confidential, personal and/or privileged information intended for a specific individual and purpose. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, retaining, distribution, access, use or modification of the contents of this e-mailed information is strictly prohibited. If you receive this communication in error, please notify the sender immediately and delete or destroy the email message and any attachments or copies.

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REMINDER! Registration deadline TODAY!
by networking＠manitobaneuroscience.ca 08 Jun '18

08 Jun '18

REMINDER: The registration deadline for the 2018 MNN Scientific Meeting is TODAY! Click here to register <https://manitobaneuroscience.ca/events-and-news/annual-scientific-meeting/r egistration/> The 2018 Manitoba Neuroscience Network Scientific Meeting will be held in the EITC Atrium at the Fort Garry University of Manitoba campus on June 15. There is a great program planned (www.manitobaneuroscience.ca/events-and-news/annual-scientific-meeting/ <http://www.manitobaneuroscience.ca/events-and-news/annual-scientific-meetin g/> ), featuring Keynote Speaker, Dr. Lisa Saksida, from Western University. Please join us. Inquiries relating to the MNN 2018 Scientific Meeting can be sent to mnn2018(a)manitobaneuroscience.ca <mailto:mnn2018@manitobaneuroscience.ca> We look forward to seeing you at the meeting! - The MNN Team ****************************************** <http://www.manitobaneuroscience.ca/> <https://www.facebook.com/manitobaneuroscience/?fref=ts> <https://www.instagram.com/manitobaneuroscience/> <https://twitter.com/manitobaneuro>

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MNN meeting registration deadline coming soon
by Manitoba Neuroscience Network 06 Jun '18

06 Jun '18

This is a reminder that the 2018 Manitoba Neuroscience Network Scientific Meeting will be held in the EITC Atrium at the Fort Garry University of Manitoba campus on June 15. There is a great program planned (www.manitobaneuroscience.ca/events-and-news/annual-scientific-meeting/ <http://www.manitobaneuroscience.ca/events-and-news/annual-scientific-meetin g/> ), featuring Keynote Speaker, Dr. Lisa Saksida, from Western University. Please join us. The registration deadline is 5:00 pm, JUNE 8th. Click here to register <https://manitobaneuroscience.ca/events-and-news/annual-scientific-meeting/r egistration/> Inquiries relating to the MNN 2018 Scientific Meeting can be sent to mnn2018(a)manitobaneuroscience.ca <mailto:mnn2018@manitobaneuroscience.ca> We look forward to seeing you at the meeting! - The MNN Team ****************************************** <http://www.manitobaneuroscience.ca/> <https://www.facebook.com/manitobaneuroscience/?fref=ts> <https://www.instagram.com/manitobaneuroscience/> <https://twitter.com/manitobaneuro>

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Neuroscience Seminar Dr. Deborah Toiber June 7 @ 1:30p
by Manitoba Neuroscience Network 04 Jun '18

04 Jun '18

cid:image001.jpg@01D158FE.B69B8D00 /sent on behalf of Susan Zettler Date: June 7, 2018 Time: 1:30 PM �C 2:30 PM Location: Samuel N. Cohen Auditorium, St. Boniface Hospital Albrechtsen Research Centre Deborah Toiber, PhD Senior Lecturer Department of Life Sciences Ben-Gurion University of the Negev Beer-Sheva, Israel Topic: NEUROPROTECTIVE FUNCTIONS FOR THE HISTONE DEACETYLASE SIRT6 Neurodegenerative diseases are caused by the loss of neuronal cells. For many years, researchers have been trying to find the causes and possible therapies for the diverse neurodegenerative pathologies. Yet, distinguishing between the causes and the consequences of neurodegeneration is difficult, as all the symptoms and markers get tangled in an array of phenotypes. The most accepted theory of aging is that the accumulation of unrepaired DNA damage is the main cause: As we age, we accumulate DNA lesions, until we reach a threshold of irreparable lesions. The histone deacetylase SIRT6 has been linked to the aging process. SIRT6 knockout mice exhibit an accelerated aging phenotype and die prematurely. SIRT6 promotes DNA repair, but its activity declines with age with a concomitant accumulation of DNA damage. We report that brain-specific SIRT6-deficient mice survive but present behavioral defects with major learning impairments by 4 months of age. Moreover, the brains of these mice show increased signs of DNA damage, cell death, and hyperphosphorylated Tau-a critical mark in several neurodegenerative diseases. Mechanistically, SIRT6 regulates Tau protein stability and phosphorylation through increased activation of the kinase GSK3��/��. Finally, SIRT6 mRNA and protein levels are reduced in patients with Alzheimer's disease. Taken together, our results suggest that SIRT6 is critical to maintain genomic stability in the brain and that its loss leads to toxic Tau stability and phosphorylation. Therefore, SIRT6 and its downstream signaling could be targeted in Alzheimer's disease and age-related neurodegeneration. For further information, please contact the CCARM Administration Office Tel: 235-3455 email: ccarm(a)sbrc.ca Kelly Jorundson Coordinator, Membership & Operations Manitoba Neuroscience Network Email: kjorund(a)sbrc.ca Tel: 204.235.3939 Fax: 204.237.4092 St. Boniface Hospital Albrechtsen Research Centre Room R4046 - 351 Tach�� Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R2H 2A6 CANADA This email and any attachments may contain confidential, personal and/or privileged information intended for a specific individual and purpose. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, retaining, distribution, access, use or modification of the contents of this e-mailed information is strictly prohibited. If you receive this communication in error, please notify the sender immediately and delete or destroy the email message and any attachments or copies. ****************************************** <http://www.manitobaneuroscience.ca/> cid:image003.jpg@01D159B3.9F0B9710 <https://www.facebook.com/manitobaneuroscience/?fref=ts> cid:image007.png@01D29326.7E26D480 <https://www.instagram.com/manitobaneuroscience/> cid:image009.jpg@01D29326. 7E26D480 <https://twitter.com/manitobaneuro> cid:image010.png@01D29326.7E26D480

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Abstract Submissions - DEADLINE TODAY
by networking＠manitobaneuroscience.ca 01 Jun '18

01 Jun '18

The abstract deadline is TODAY. Please make sure to submit your abstracts by 11:59pm. Registration deadline is in ONE WEEK on JUNE 8th. Abstracts can be submitted by clicking here <https://manitobaneuroscience.ca/events-and-news/annual-scientific-meeting/a bstract-submissions/> Click here to register <https://manitobaneuroscience.ca/events-and-news/annual-scientific-meeting/r egistration/> Inquiries relating to the MNN 2018 Scientific Meeting can be sent to mnn2018(a)manitobaneuroscience.ca <mailto:mnn2018@manitobaneuroscience.ca> We look forward to seeing you at the meeting! - The MNN Team ****************************************** <http://www.manitobaneuroscience.ca/> <https://www.facebook.com/manitobaneuroscience/?fref=ts> <https://www.instagram.com/manitobaneuroscience/> <https://twitter.com/manitobaneuro>

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