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2023/2024 RFHS Graduate Studentship Program – Call for Applications
by RFHS Graduate Awards 05 Sep '23

05 Sep '23

Dear graduate students and colleagues, The 2023/2024 Rady Faculty of Health Sciences Graduate Studentship Program is now open for applications. DEADLINE: November 1, 2023 A complete application package consists of: · Completed RFHS Graduate Studentship application form. <https://umanitoba.ca/health-sciences/sites/health-sciences/files/2023-09/RF…> * Advisor and Co-advisor (if applicable) CIHR Biosketch CommonCV to be submitted directly to rfhsgraduateawards(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:rfhsgraduateawards@umanitoba.ca> (advisor and co-advisor should indicate in the body of the email which applicant(s) the CV is in support of). · Two letters of assessment addressing past achievements and future potential to be submitted to rfhsgraduateawards(a)umanitoba.ca.<mailto:rfhsgraduateawards@umanitoba.ca> The Terms of Reference (TORs) and Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) documents are attached to this email. Information about this opportunity, can also be found at: Student experience | Rady Faculty of Health Sciences | University of Manitoba (umanitoba.ca)<https://umanitoba.ca/health-sciences/student-experience> Sincerely, Hope Anderson, Ph.D Jeffrey Wigle, Ph.D. Professor, College of Pharmacy Chair, RFHS Graduate Student Award Review Committee Vice Dean, Graduate and Post-Doctoral Studies, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences Professor, Department of Biochemistry and Medical Genetics Principal Investigator, Canadian Centre for Agri-Food Research in Health and Medicine, St. Boniface Hospital Research Centre

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Catherine Eamer Cooke Memorial Award - Deadline October 5, 2023
by RFHS Graduate Awards 05 Sep '23

05 Sep '23

Attention!! Application deadline is Thursday, October 5, 2023 Catherine Eamer Cooke Memorial Fellowship The purpose of the fund is to provide research support to a medical student, resident, or graduate student who is performing a supervised research project, in the Max Rady College of Medicine, related to the ear. Each year, beginning in 2018-2019, the available annual interest from the fund will be used to award one fellowship to a student who: (1) is enrolled full-time in either: (i) the Undergraduate or Postgraduate Medical Education Program in the Max Rady College of Medicine, or (ii) the Faculty of Graduate Studies in a Master's or doctoral program delivered by the Max Rady College of Medicine; (2) has either: (i) maintained good standing in the Undergraduate or Postgraduate Medical Education Program, or (ii) achieved a minimum degree grade point average of 3.5 (or equivalent) in the Faculty of Graduate Studies based on the previous 60 credit hours of study; (3) will be performing a supervised research project related to the ear; (4) has demonstrated outstanding interest or commitment to ear research. Candidates will be required to submit an application (maximum 250 words) to the Department of Otolaryngology, GB421-820 Sherbrook St., Winnipeg, MB R3A 1R9, which includes the following information: the name of the applicant, the title of the research project, the objective and methods of the research, the research project budget; and a supporting letter from the faculty supervisor which includes a statement about how the student meets criterion (4) above. Please email your application to AwardsUGME(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:AwardsUGME@umanitoba.ca> All applications must be received by end of day on Thursday, October 5, 2023. Research projects should be completed within a year of the award and should have appropriate ethics committee approvals. Jen (Parker) Mair Program Coordinator, UGME Awards Max Rady College of Medicine | Rady Faculty of Health Sciences A101 Chown Building, 753 McDermot Ave Winnipeg, MB R3E 0T6 Phone: 204-272-3157 Jennifer.Parker(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Jennifer.Parker@umanitoba.ca> AwardsUGME(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:AwardsUGME@umanitoba.ca> https://umanitoba.ca/medicine/student-experience/awards-and-financial-aid Hours: 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Planned Absences: [http://umanitoba.ca/admin/mco/brand/download/UM_Logo_HORZ.jpg] Located on the original lands of the Anishinaabeg, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota, and Dene peoples, on Treaty 1 Territory and on the Homeland of the Metis Nation This email and/or any document in this transmission is intended for the addressee(s) only and may contain legally privileged or confidential information. Any unauthorized use, disclosure, distribution, copying or dissemination is strictly prohibited. If you receive this transmission in error, please notify the sender immediately.

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Discovery Day in Health Sciences - CALL FOR PRESENTERS
by RFHS Graduate Studies 01 Aug '23

01 Aug '23

Canadian Medical Hall of Fame Discovery Day in Health Sciences University of Manitoba Thursday, November 9, 2023 In partnership with the University of Manitoba's College of Medicine, we are delighted to host this year's Discovery Day in Health Sciences on November 9. This national program encourages young people to explore exciting career options in the sciences. Each event features informative displays, a captivating keynote lecture, interactive workshops, and a thought-provoking career panel discussion. Over 250 secondary school students from across Manitoba are expected to attend. The objective of the day is to spark their interest in considering a future career in health care. Currently we are looking for presenters to host an engaging workshop in the morning and/or afternoon, or to take part in our Health Pros Tell All panel discussion. We welcome anyone with a passion for their field of study and an interest in outreach (faculty, researchers, clinicians, technicians, or grad/undergrad students) to join us in this exciting initiative to educate and engage curious minds. WORKSHOP PRESENTERS * Small interactive group sessions offer students the opportunity to learn more about a particular health care field from the presenters * Workshops take place 10:30 - 12:00 and 1:00 - 2:30 * Presenters can sign up for either or both time slots (same presentation with two different groups of high school students) * Presenters are responsible for their own room and AV bookings "HEALTH PROS TELL ALL" CAREER PANEL DISCUSSION * The moderated panel discussion comprises five health care academics/professionals from various fields who will each have three minutes to share with the entire audience the story of their journey from high school to present day * Q&A follows after all have spoken * The panel runs 2:45 - 3:30 PM These events are very well received by participants and are an important part of how they explore their career options. We track and share all student feedback with presenters. Those interested in taking part will find more information, including the submission form, on the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame website at https://cdnmedhall.ca/umanitoba/presenters Deadline for submissions is Wednesday, September 13 Anyone with questions is welcome to email Janice McNorgan at jmcnorgan(a)cdnmedhall.ca<mailto:jmcnorgan@cdnmedhall.ca>. Janice McNorgan | Information Systems and Program Manager Canadian Medical Hall of Fame | Temple de la renommée médicale canadienne 100 Kellogg Lane, Unit 10 London ON N5W 0B4 C: 519-659-7625 Honouring Excellence. Preserving History. Inspiring Generations. Honorer l'excellence. Préserver l'histoire. Inspirer les générations. www.cdnmedhall.ca<http://www.cdnmedhall.ca/> | www.trmc.ca<http://www.trmc.ca/> @cdnmedhallfame

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SENT ON BEHALF OF KAREN DUNLOP, CEO, RESEARCH MANITOBA: Today Research Manitoba is pleased to announce the results of the 2023 Research Manitoba Grants and Awards Competition!
by RFHS Graduate Studies 06 Jul '23

06 Jul '23

Caution: This message was sent from outside the University of Manitoba. A Message from Karen Dunlop, CEO, Research Manitoba: Today Research Manitoba is pleased to announce the results of the 2023 Research Manitoba Grants and Awards Competition with a total investment of $ 962,010.00 (Research Manitoba Funding: $703,950 / Partner Funding: $258,060) in research funding to support a total of 52 grants in the following categories: * Master's Studentship Competition - (Total: 31 AWARDS / Research Manitoba Funding: $318,000 / Partner Funding: $95,100) * The Master's Studentship Awards support highly qualified Master's students to prepare for careers as independent researchers in industry, within the healthcare system, and in other environments, thus attracting and retaining the best students within Manitoba. This program partners with several organizations in Manitoba to provide joint funding opportunities, increasing the number of Studentships awarded annually. This includes applicants applying under Health, Natural Sciences & Engineering, and Social Sciences & Humanities. * PhD in Health Research Studentship Competition - (Total: 18 AWARDS / Research Manitoba Funding: $297,750 / Partner Funding: $158,550) * PhD Health Research Studentships support highly qualified postdoctoral trainees to prepare for careers as independent researchers. These exceptional trainees significantly increase the productivity of the research programs with which they are affiliated. Research Manitoba now provides awards for PhD Studentships without one of our funding partners. All applicants funded by this award are in the Health category. * Health Research Postdoctoral Fellowship Competition - (Total: 3 AWARDS / Research Manitoba Funding: $88,200 / Partner Funding: $44,100) * Research Postdoctoral Fellowships support highly qualified postdoctoral trainees to prepare for careers as independent researchers. These exceptional trainees significantly increase the productivity of the research programs with which they are affiliated. Research Manitoba now provides awards for Postdoctoral Fellows without one of our funding partners. All applicants funded by this award are in the Health category. In addition to the funding from our partners, Research Manitoba is thrilled to announce that we are solely funding 15 PhD Health Research Studentship Awards this competition cycle. This is the first time since 2017 that Research Manitoba has been able to provide students at the PhD level with Research Manitoba funds. Two of this year's successful Postdoctoral Fellows are also solely funded by Research Manitoba. Research Manitoba plans to fund across the disciplines (including Social Sciences and Humanities, and Natural Sciences and Engineering) as part of its next trainee competition. To view the full listing of this year's Grants and Awards Recipients please find the PDF attached, or click on the image below: [A doctor holding a tablet Description automatically generated with medium confidence]<https://researchmanitoba.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/2023-RMB-Grants-Awar…> Please feel free to share this news within your network. Thank you, Karen Dunlop CEO Research Manitoba Follow us on social media for news and updates: * Twitter - @Research_MB<https://twitter.com/Research_MB> * Facebook - Research Manitoba<https://www.facebook.com/ResearchMB> * LinkedIn - Research Manitoba<http://www.linkedin.com/company/research-manitoba> -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Tammy Hildebrand Pronouns: She/Her Manager, Communications Research Manitoba A201 Chown Building 753 McDermot Avenue Winnipeg MB R3E 0T6 T: 204.797.3258 tammy.hildebrand(a)researchmb.ca<mailto:tammy.hildebrand@researchmb.ca> [cid:image002.png@01D9AF32.9E78C200]<http://researchmanitoba.ca/>

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RFHS Family Centre Part-time Employment Opportunity
by RFHS Graduate Studies 04 Jul '23

04 Jul '23

On behalf of the RFHS Family Centre: New job opportunity at the UM Connect: https://umconnect.umanitoba.ca/postings.htm?pId=65689 Please, find attached a pdf copy of the UM Connect posting. Office of Graduate and Post-Doctoral Studies Rady Faculty of Health Sciences [University of Manitoba logo.] 753 McDermot Avenue, Chown Building, Room A202 Winnipeg, MB R3E 0T6 Tel: 204-789-3402 Email: rfhsgraduatestudies(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:rfhsgraduatestudies@umanitoba.ca>

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Free Summer Coaching Program with Maurice Mierau for Rady Faculty, Staff, and Students
by RFHS Graduate Studies 27 Jun '23

27 Jun '23

On behalf of the Office of Innovation and Scholarship in Medical Education Dear Learners, Over the summer, we have a facilitator who will be offering writing coaching services free of charge for Rady faculty, staff, and students. This program will run until August 31, 2023. You can register directly through Maurice, the facilitator, through his website or booking link: To Register: Please click here to register<https://calendly.com/mauricewriting/summer-coaching-program?month=2023-06>, or, register through his website and click on the link that reads 'Summer Coaching Program 2023' https://www.mauricemierau.com/. More information can be found at: Summer Coaching Program with Maurice Mierau for Rady Faculty, Staff, and Students - Continuing Professional Development - Rady Faculty of Health Sciences (cpd-umanitoba.com)<https://www.cpd-umanitoba.com/events/summer-coaching-program-with-maurice-m…> Office of Graduate and Post-Doctoral Studies Rady Faculty of Health Sciences [University of Manitoba logo.] 753 McDermot Avenue, Chown Building, Room A202

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AI4PH Short Courses - Applications until July 6th 11:59PM EST
by RFHS Graduate Studies 26 Jun '23

26 Jun '23

[A yellow letters on a black background Description automatically generated with low confidence] Dear learners, AI4PH is accepting applications to their inaugural AI4PH Short Courses until July 6th 11:59PM EST. They welcome learners from across Canada from all communities. Full details on their website: ai4ph-hrtp.ca/short-courses. These courses are free of charge to Canadian residents (they currently do not offer international options). Learners can apply for one of 20 places per course. Accepted applicants will be provided with a registration link. These virtual short courses are for graduate students, public health professionals, data science professionals who want to develop their skills and understanding in AI, public health and equity in order to apply them in their research and practice. This program is concerned with transformative change in addressing population and public health challenges and understanding how these tools impact health equity. Below are the first courses that will be offered. More courses will be added as they are developed. * Introduction to AI for Public Health: Dr. Laura Rosella, Dr. David Buckeridge, Dr. Lisa Lix, Dr. Nate Osgood * The Tools for Data Science: Notebooks and Versioning: Farbod Abolhassani * Introduction to Quantitative Perspectives on Measuring Equity: Dr. Marabel Carabali * Ethics & AI for Public Health: Dr. Nick King & Dr. Jay Shaw * Natural Language Processing: Dr. Joon Lee * Developing and Deploying Transparent and Reproducible Algorithms for Public Health: Dr. Douglas Manuel * Public Health Data Visualization & Storytelling: Dr. Zahra Shakeri On Twitter: https://twitter.com/Ai4Ph/status/1671931982249443359 On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/ai4ph-health-research-training-platform_we-a…

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Reminder - Register for the Teaching Improvement Program - TIPS (June 8 and 9, 2023)
by RFHS Graduate Studies 02 Jun '23

02 Jun '23

On behalf of Dr. Hope Anderson: Dear colleagues, Our office is sponsoring a TIPS Workshop for graduate students and post-doctoral fellows that will happen on June 8 and 9, 2023. Registration is open (limited spots) and can be done through contacting ashley.larosa(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:ashley.larosa@umanitoba.ca>. More details can be found below: [cid:image001.png@01D98255.18091620] [cid:image004.png@01D98256.7DDB4260] Best, Bianca Felisbino she/her/hers Administrative Assistant Graduate and Post-Doctoral Studies Rady Faculty of Health Sciences [University of Manitoba logo.] 753 McDermot Avenue, Chown Building, Room A202 Winnipeg, MB R3E 0T6 Tel: 204-789-3402 Email: bianca.felisbino(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:bianca.felisbino@umanitoba.ca>

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FW: Micro-Diploma in Science Communication - APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENDED TO JUNE 15
by Microdiploma Science Communication 31 May '23

31 May '23

[cid:image001.png@01D993CD.00A655E0] MICRO-DIPLOMA IN SCIENCE COMMUNICATION (NEW) Learn to communicate scientific research and research findings to a non-scientific audience through various media tools including verbal and written communiqué, social media and virtual/digital messaging in a way that is engaging, accurate and enhances confidence in science. News briefs, product and science concept descriptions, videos (animated, live-action, etc.), podcasts, public speaking/interviews are all covered in the micro-diploma in science communication. APPLY NOW<https://applygrad.umanitoba.ca/apply/>! DEADLINE IS JUNE 15, 2023 UM on-line admissions only allows registration until June 1. If you would like to take the program this academic year and it is after June 1, please register for Fall 2024 and send an email<mailto:mdscicom@umanitoba.ca?subject=Micro-Diploma%20in%20Science%20Communcation> to let us know. We can have it manually changed so you can be registered for the 2023-24 academic term. Degree Requirements * Complete two courses, 6CH (see below) * Minimum grade of "B" * Expected Time to Completion: 1 academic year IMMU 7000 Science Communication: Foundations & writing methodologies (3 CH) Provides an overview of the primary methodologies governing science communication writing. * Offered: Fall 2023 IMMU 7010 Science Communication: Audio-video methodologies (3 CH) Provide an overview of the primary audio-visual methodologies used for science communications. * Offered: Winter 2024 Admission Requirements The Micro-Diploma in Science Communication is only available to students currently registered in the Faculty of Graduate Studies at the University of Manitoba in one of the listed graduate programs. Applicants are required to provide a written sample (maximum 250 words) or video segment (maximum 120sec) of the topic of their choice (science-related) as part of their application materials. A selection committee will review all applications and notify applicants no later than July 15 if they are successful. Successful applicants require written permission from their home department to enroll in the Micro-Diploma (email is sufficient). The Micro-diploma in Science Communication is a stand-alone program requiring you to complete a new application and provide a $100 non-refundable application fee. The tuition fees will be assessed the undergraduate per credit hour rate (medicine). Please refer to the FGS website<https://umanitoba.ca/registrar/tuition-fees/undergraduate> for more detailed information. See attached for more details or visit our website<https://umanitoba.ca/medicine/medicine/department-immunology>. Thank you. Angela Peloquin (she/her) Gaduate Program Assistant | Department of Immunology Max Rady College of Medicine| Rady Faculty of Health Sciences Room 471 Apotex Centre, 750 McDermot Avenue University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB R3E 0T5 MDSCICOM(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:MDSCICOM@umanitoba.ca>

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Call for scholarships for postgraduate funding: Research using AI for public health
by RFHS Graduate Studies 30 May '23

30 May '23

Dear Learners, AI4PH (AI for Public Health) is seeking scholars working at the intersection of AI and public health. Scholarship funding is available through the AI4PH Health Research Training Platform http://www.ai4ph-hrtp.ca AI4PH is focused on building capacity in AI and big data skills for transformative change in addressing population and public health challenges and understanding how these tools impact health equity. Applications will be open on June 1, 2023, with a deadline of June 30, 2023. * The 2023/2024 Scholarship information is posted here: https://ai4ph-hrtp.ca/about-our-scholarship/. * To learn about the 2022/23 award holders please check the website: https://ai4ph-hrtp.ca/trainees. * An online info session will be hosted on May 31st at 4:00pm EST (RSVP & more info on Eventbrite<https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ai4ph-scholarship-info-session-webinar-tickets…>). Please consider sharing with your networks, or retweeting/reposting on twitter & LinkedIn. Twitter: https://twitter.com/Ai4Ph/status/1661079034338451456 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/ai4ph-health-research-training-platform_ai-m… Office of Graduate and Post-Doctoral Studies Rady Faculty of Health Sciences [University of Manitoba logo.] 753 McDermot Avenue, Chown Building, Room A202 Winnipeg, MB R3E 0T6 Tel: 204-789-3402 Email: rfhsgraduatestudies(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:rfhsgraduatestudies@umanitoba.ca>

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