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We are circulating the seminar information below on behalf of the L2M Prairies Hub. Thank you, Hans-Joachim ==================== Dr. Hans-Joachim Wieden (he/his) Associate Vice-President Partnership, Knowledge Mobilisation & Innovation University of Manitoba 407 Administration Building 66 Chancellors Cir, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3T 2N2, Canada .................................................................. Dear Professors,

Your research drives the intellectual capital of the Prairies. However, many powerful ideas developed across our regional universities-from Manitoba to Saskatchewan-rarely transition from academic publication to practical application.

On March 4, the Lab2Market (L2M) Prairies Hub invites you to a focused, 60-minute session designed to help you bridge that gap.

Growing Impact on the Prairies: Where Faculty Innovation Meets Opportunity

As part of a national network, we specialize in helping researchers navigate the "what's next" for their work. This seminar is not about requiring every academic to become an entrepreneur; rather, it is about demystifying how research creates real-world value through partnerships, policy influence, and commercialization pathways.

Key Takeaways:

* The Impact Spectrum: Moving beyond citations to real-world application. * Practical Frameworks: Navigating partnerships and industry contexts. * Next Steps: Exploring how early-stage ideas can scale.

Event Details:

* Date: March 4, 2026 * Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CST * Platform: Online * Registration: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfD8k5QPcQFzjiA_GL4ICl6KXm2PP2QtVLl...

Note: Research Associates are also welcome to attend.

This session serves as a foundational gateway for faculty across the University of Manitoba, USask, URegina, UWinnipeg, and Brandon University. We look forward to exploring how your ideas can achieve a broader future.

Best regards,

Loren Oschipok Director, Lab2Market Prairies Hub and the Prairies Hub Team