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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260421T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260421T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T212510
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T162452Z
UID:7649-1776772800-1776776400@epic.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Systems biology insights into host-virus interactions
DESCRIPTION:Join the Department of Molecular Genetics for a special seminar on “Systems biology insights into host-virus interactions”. \nThis seminar will be given by Cameron Griffiths\, a postdoctoral research associate in biomedical engineering at the University of Virginia. Cameron is shortlisted for an assistant professor in virology position at the University of Toronto. \nDate: 21 April 2026 \nTime: 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. \nLocation: Red Room\, Donnelly Centre \nFormat: In-person only \nRegistration is not required.
URL:https://epic.utoronto.ca/event/systems-biology-insights-into-host-virus-interactions/
LOCATION:Red Seminar Room\, Donnelly Centre for Cellular and Biomolecular Research
CATEGORIES:In-person,Seminar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260416
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260417
DTSTAMP:20260423T212510
CREATED:20260408T164051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T164051Z
UID:7609-1776297600-1776383999@epic.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:2026 Laboratory Medicine & Pathobiology Research Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathobiology (LMP) for their annual research conference taking place on 16th April from 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. \nThe event will feature a keynote address from Laurent Bozec (Faculty of Dentistry\, University of Toronto) titled “Disruptive by Design: The Power of Interdisciplinary Science“. As well as\, graduate student poster presentations\, postgraduate research presentations\, workshops\, the LMP 3-minute thesis finals and networking opportunities. \nDate: 16 April 2026 \nTime: 8:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. \nLocation: The Arcadian\, 401 Bay St.\, Simpson Tower 8th Floor \nRegistration has now closed. Please contact lmp.rc@utoronto.ca with any questions. 
URL:https://epic.utoronto.ca/event/2026-laboratory-medicine-pathobiology-research-conference/
LOCATION:The Arcadian\, 401 Bay St\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5H 2Y4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference,In-person
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260410T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260410T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T212510
CREATED:20251211T215109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T223125Z
UID:6992-1775829600-1775833200@epic.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Planning interventions and operationalizing deployment for infectious disease control
DESCRIPTION:This seminar is presented by the Department of Mechanical & Industrial Engineering (MIE) in the Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering as a part of the “MIE Distinguished Seminar Series”. \nMIE’s Distinguished Seminar Series features top international researchers and leading experts across major areas of Mechanical Engineering and Industrial Engineering. The speakers present about their latest research and offer their perspectives on the current state of their field. \nSeminar information: \nPlease see the abstract for the presentation and the full speaker bio on the MIE website. \nTitle: Planning Interventions and Operationalizing Deployment for Infectious Disease Control \nGuest Speaker:Pinar Keskinocak is the H. Milton and Carolyn J. Stewart School Chair and Professor in the H. Milton Stewart School of Industrial and Systems Engineering (ISyE) at Georgia Tech. She is also co-founder and director of the Center for Health and Humanitarian Systems. \nDate: 10 April 2026 \nTime: 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. \nLocation: MC102\, Mechanical Engineering Building\, 5 King’s College Rd. \nTo register\, please contact Kendra Hunter at hunter@mie.utoronto.ca.
URL:https://epic.utoronto.ca/event/planning-interventions-and-operationalizing-deployment-for-infectious-disease-control/
LOCATION:Rm 102\, Mechanical Engineering Building\, 5 King's College Rd\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5S 3G8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-person,Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260402T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260402T180000
DTSTAMP:20260423T212510
CREATED:20260318T135706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T135716Z
UID:7458-1775149200-1775152800@epic.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:EPIC Trainee Pizza Talks
DESCRIPTION:Join EPIC’s trainee advisory committee (TAC) for their bimonthly Trainee Pizza Talks! \nThese informal 20-30 minute seminars offer a PI-free space for trainees to practice their presentation and science communication skills in a friendly environment\, while enjoying some pizza while they’re at it! \nThis month’s Pizza Talks will feature the following seminars: \n\nFrom splicing to suppression: Exploiting SR kinases and RNA processing in viral replication by Joshua Yang (PhD student in the Cochrane Lab)\nArtificial intelligence for community-based disease surveillance in low-resource settings by Gelan Zewdie (Postdoctoral fellow in the Kong Lab)\n\nDate: April 2nd\, 2026 \nTime: 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. \nLocation: Red room\, Donnelly Centre \nRegistration is not required. \nIf you would like to give a seminar at one of TAC’s Trainee Pizza Talks\, please sign up using this form!
URL:https://epic.utoronto.ca/event/epic-trainee-pizza-talks-6/
LOCATION:Red Seminar Room\, Donnelly Centre for Cellular and Biomolecular Research
CATEGORIES:In-person,Seminar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://epic.utoronto.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/26-03-02-TAC-Pizza-Talk.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260401T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260401T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T212510
CREATED:20260323T143101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T143159Z
UID:7474-1775048400-1775052000@epic.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Development and application of a proximity labelling method to examine the proteome of Salmonella-containing vacuoles
DESCRIPTION:Join the Department of Molecular Genetics for the PhD defense seminar of Anna Waldmann\, who is supervised by EPIC member John Brumell\, and will present her thesis titled “Development and application of a proximity labelling method to examine the proteome of Salmonella-containing vacuoles” \nDate: 1 April 2026 \nTime: 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. \nLocation: PSC Excellence Room\, SickKids Patient Support Centre
URL:https://epic.utoronto.ca/event/development-and-application-of-a-proximity-labelling-method-to-examine-the-proteome-of-salmonella-containing-vacuoles/
LOCATION:The Hospital for Sick Children
CATEGORIES:In-person,Seminar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://epic.utoronto.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Waldmann-Seminar.pdf
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260401T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260401T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T212510
CREATED:20260316T203149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T203225Z
UID:7446-1775037600-1775041200@epic.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:How Chlamydia rewires host cells for intracellular survival
DESCRIPTION:Join the Department of Cell & Systems Biology for a special seminar from Isabelle Derre who is an Associate Professor of Microbiology\, Immunology and Cancer Biology at the University of Virginia. \nDerre will be giving a talk titled: “How Chlamydia rewires host cells for intracellular survival.” \nDate: April 1\, 2026 \nTime: 10:00 – 11:00 AM \nLocation: Event Room 1\, Peter Gilgan Centre for Research and Learning (PGCRL)\, Hospital for Sick Children \nRegistration is not required.
URL:https://epic.utoronto.ca/event/how-chlamydia-rewires-host-cells-for-intracellular-survival/
LOCATION:PGCRL Event Room 1\, 686 Bay Street\, Toronto\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-person,Seminar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://epic.utoronto.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Isabelle-Derre-Cell-Biology-Seminar-Poster.pdf
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260327T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260327T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T212510
CREATED:20260319T143400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T145313Z
UID:7462-1774605600-1774609200@epic.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Interconnected risks from zoonotic spillover to digital vaccines in a globalised era
DESCRIPTION:Please join the Wildlife Emerging Pathogen Initiative (Wild EPI) for a special seminar with Jonathan Heeney\, Professor of Comparative Pathology and Head of the Laboratory of Viral Zoonotics (LVZ) at the University of Cambridge. This seminar will be hosted by Samira Mubareka\, Associate Professor in the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathobiology. \nDate: March 27th\, 2026 \nTime: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. \nLocation: Room 4279\, Medical Sciences Building
URL:https://epic.utoronto.ca/event/interconnected-risks-from-zoonotic-spillover-to-digital-vaccines-in-a-globalised-era/
LOCATION:MSB4279\, Medical Sciences Building\, 1 King's College Circle\, ON\, M5S 3K3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-person,Seminar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://epic.utoronto.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Heeney_poster.pdf
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260319T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260319T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T212510
CREATED:20260211T185002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T185002Z
UID:7250-1773945000-1773954000@epic.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Leveraging evolutionary trade-offs in the development of phage therapy
DESCRIPTION:Join the Department of Evolutionary Biology and Ecology for the 2026 Martin Lecture. The Martin Lecture series is held annually\, welcoming top thinkers and researchers in astronomy and astrophysics\, ecology and evolutionary biology\, physics and public policy to the University of Toronto. \nThis year’s invited speaker is Professor Paul Turner. Turner is the Rachel Carson professor of ecology and evolutionary biology and director of the Center for Phage Biology & Therapy at Yale University. He is also a faculty member at the Yale School of Medicine. \nJoin Paul Turner for his talk\, Leveraging evolutionary trade-offs in the development of phage therapy\, which explores novel approaches to target and kill bacterial pathogens and tackles one of the most pressing issues in modern medicine: antibiotic resistance. \nPlease register to attend with this form. \nDate: 19 March 2026 \nTime: 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. (6:30 p.m. Lecture; 7:25 p.m. Panel Discussion; 8:00 p.m. Reception). \nLocation: Innis Town Hall\, 2 Sussex Avenue\, Toronto\, ON\, M5S 1J5
URL:https://epic.utoronto.ca/event/leveraging-evolutionary-trade-offs-in-the-development-of-phage-therapy/
LOCATION:Innis\, 2 Sussex Avenue\, Toronto\, ON\, M5S 1J5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-person,Lecture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://epic.utoronto.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/PaulTurner.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Faculty of Arts and Science":MAILTO:https://www.artsci.utoronto.ca/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260312T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260312T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T212510
CREATED:20260202T195152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T195152Z
UID:7218-1773336600-1773342000@epic.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Who gets care when systems are under strain? Equity and primary care in public health emergencies
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to announce the sixth annual Vohra Miller Lectures in Critical Public Health Issues\, presented by the Institute of Health Emergencies & Pandemics at the Dalla Lana School of Public health.  \nThis year’s lecture\, “Who Gets Care When Systems Are Under Strain? Equity and Primary Care in Public Health Emergencies”\, brings together leading voices to explore how inequities shape access to care during crises.\n \nSpeakers include\, Audrey Laporte (Dalla Lana School of Public Health\, University of Toronto\, IHPME)\, Professor Arjumand Siddiqi (Canada Research Chair in Population Health Equity)\, Professor Chavon Niles (Temerty Faculty of Medicine\, University of Toronto)\, Hon. Kamal Khera P. C. (Former federal cabinet minister) and Liza Arnason (Founder & Chair\, ASE Community Foundation for Black Canadians with Disabilities). \nDate: March 12\, 2026\nTime: 5:30–7:00 PM\nLocation: Faculty Club\, University of Toronto (In person)\n🔗 Register on the Institute of Health Emergencies & Pandemics event page. \n 
URL:https://epic.utoronto.ca/event/who-gets-care-when-systems-are-under-strain-equity-and-primary-care-in-public-health-emergencies/
LOCATION:Faculty Club\, 41 Wilcocks St\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5S 3G3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-person,Seminar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260310T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260310T173000
DTSTAMP:20260423T212510
CREATED:20260218T153800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T160002Z
UID:7263-1773156600-1773163800@epic.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:The Perfect Predator: Phage talk & book signing
DESCRIPTION:Join the U of T Phage Therapy Group for a book talk and signing of The Perfect Predator\, a true story at the intersection of medicine\, antibiotic resistance\, and phage therapy. This event will feature a discussion on the science behind superbugs\, alternative therapies\, and the future of infectious disease treatment\, followed by a book signing. \nAuthor:\nSteffanie A. Strathdee — UC San Diego professor and co-director of IPATH\, internationally known for revitalizing clinical phage therapy. \nEvent facilitator:\nGreg German — University of Toronto professor and infectious diseases clinician specializing in bacteriophage therapy for multidrug-resistant infections. \nFood will be provided. Open to University of Toronto students and the general public. \nDate: March 10\, 2026\nTime:  3:30 PM – 5:30 PM EDT\nLocation: The Great Hall\, Koffler Building (Second Floor)\, 214 College St. \nPlease register using this form.
URL:https://epic.utoronto.ca/event/the-perfect-predator-phage-talk-book-signing/
LOCATION:The Great Hall\, Koffler Building\, 214 College St.\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5T 2Z9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-person,Seminar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://epic.utoronto.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Phagetherapytalk.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260310
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260313
DTSTAMP:20260423T212510
CREATED:20251211T170206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T170322Z
UID:6979-1773100800-1773359999@epic.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:One Health: Antimicrobial Resistance & Emerging Zoonoses Conference
DESCRIPTION:The One Health: AMR & Emerging Zoonoses Conference unites experts across disciplines to address antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and emerging zoonotic diseases (EZ) through a collaborative One Health approach. By fostering interdisciplinary learning\, research\, and partnerships\, the conference empowers attendees to tackle health challenges impacting humans\, animals\, and ecosystems\, ensuring a sustainable future for global health. This year the conference will take place in Calgary\, AB\, Canada.  \nYou can check out the program on the conference website. \nRegistration for the conference is now open! Secure your spot using this link. \nIn addition\, an abstract competition for oral and poster presentations is now underway. Submit your AMR or EZ-related abstract using this link! Deadline for abstract submissions: January 6th\, 12:00 a.m. MT \nGeneral Conference Information:  \nDates: March 10-12th\, 2026 \nLocation: Hotel Arts\, Calgary\, AB \n 
URL:https://epic.utoronto.ca/event/one-health-antimicrobial-resistance-emerging-zoonoses-conference/
LOCATION:Hotel Arts\, 119 12 Ave SW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2R 0G8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference,In-person
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://epic.utoronto.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/onehealthamrconference.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260306T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260306T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T212510
CREATED:20260212T203219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T203219Z
UID:7258-1772791200-1772798400@epic.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Biosecurity and health emergency preparedness in today's research & development landscape
DESCRIPTION:Join the Canadian Hub for Health Intelligence & Innovation in Infectious Diseases (HI³) for an engaging keynote and panel discussion on Biosecurity and health emergency preparedness in today’s research & development landscape.  \nThe event will feature CAPT Andrew G. Letizia\, Science Director of the U.S. Naval Medical Research Unit INDO PACIFIC\, who will provide an introduction to biosecurity and health emergency preparedness. His talk will also highlight how advances in the life sciences intersect with ethical use considerations\, public safety\, and public policy\, as well as what steps countries should take to establish and strengthen health security. \nFollowing the keynote\, CAPT Letizia will be joined by a panel of innovation\, policy\, and health security experts to continue the discussion on how best to approach and implement health security in our rapidly changing global environment. \nThis in-person event is open to research faculty\, clinicians\, and professionals from industry\, start-ups\, not-for profits\, training organizations\, and government agencies.  \nPlease register by March 2nd through Eventbrite. \nDate: 6 March 2026 \nTime: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. \nLocation: Governing Council Chambers (room 214)\, Simcoe Hall\, 27 King’s College Circle\, Toronto\, ON\, M5S 1A1 \nFormat: In-person
URL:https://epic.utoronto.ca/event/biosecurity-and-health-emergency-preparedness-in-todays-research-development-landscape/
LOCATION:Governing Council Chambers\, Simcoe Hall\, 27 King's College Circle\, Toronto\, ON\, M5S 1A1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-person,Lecture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://epic.utoronto.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/HI3_Event_Capt_Letizia.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Canadian Hub for Health Intelligence & Innovation in Infectious Diseases":MAILTO:hi3@utoronto.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260305T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260305T180000
DTSTAMP:20260423T212510
CREATED:20260223T215154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T013841Z
UID:7312-1772730000-1772733600@epic.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:EPIC Trainee Pizza Talks
DESCRIPTION:Join EPIC’s trainee advisory committee (TAC) for their bimonthly Trainee Pizza Talks! \nThese informal 20-30 minute seminars offer a PI-free space for trainees to practice their presentation and science communication skills in a friendly environment\, while enjoying some pizza while they’re at it! \nThis month’s Pizza Talks will feature the following seminars: \n\nIn vivo adaptation of Neisseria gonorrhoeae through phase variable loci by Sophie Dyzenhaus (Postdoctoral fellow in the Gray-Owen Lab)\nEstimating causal estimands from time-varying real-world data using Bayesian marginal structural models by Nancy Tahmo (PhD student in the Mishra Lab)\n\n  \nDate: March 5th\, 2026 \nTime: 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. \nLocation: Red room\, Donnelly Centre \nRegistration is not required. \nIf you would like to give a seminar at one of TAC’s Trainee Pizza Talks\, please sign up using this form!
URL:https://epic.utoronto.ca/event/epic-trainee-pizza-talks-5/
LOCATION:Red Seminar Room\, Donnelly Centre for Cellular and Biomolecular Research
CATEGORIES:In-person,Seminar,Trainee-only event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260206
DTSTAMP:20260423T212510
CREATED:20251212T173802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T150126Z
UID:7002-1770249600-1770335999@epic.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Emerging pathogen containment: An introduction to research approaches workshop
DESCRIPTION:We will be hosting a trainee workshop titled: “Emerging Pathogen Containment: An introduction to research approaches”. \nIn this workshop\, trainees will get an inside look at how research involving high containment pathogens is conducted in academic environments. The sessions will include an overview of the Canadian regulatory structure for work with emerging pathogens\, case studies of program redesign\, interactive risk assessment activities and a walk-through tour of the Toronto High Containment Facility. \nTrainees at EPIC partnered institutions or trainee members of Canopy (Canadian One Health Training Program on Emerging Zoonoses) are eligible to register for the workshop\, but spaces are limited and will be assigned based on first responses. \nNote: Lunch and coffee will be provided! Certificates of completion will be available upon request. \nWhen: February 5\, 2026\nTime: 9:00 a.m. – 4:15 p.m.\nWhere: RM2278\, Medical Sciences Building\, University of Toronto (St. George Campus)\nCost: Free! \nRegister for the workshop using this form. Deadline to register: 29 January 2026. 
URL:https://epic.utoronto.ca/event/emerging-pathogen-containment-an-introduction-to-research-approaches-workshop/
LOCATION:Medical Sciences Building\, Room 2278\, 1 King's College Circle
CATEGORIES:In-person,Trainee-only event,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://epic.utoronto.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/High-Containment-Workshop3.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260126T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260126T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T212510
CREATED:20260120T153744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T153744Z
UID:7190-1769439600-1769443200@epic.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Phenotypic screening approaches to discovering mechanistically novel antibiotics effective in combatting antimicrobial resistance
DESCRIPTION:Join the Department of Molecular Genetics for a seminar for the Colloquium Seminar Series\, hosted by Charlie Boone. \nThis seminar will feature the following talk: \n\nTitle: Phenotypic screening approaches to discovering mechanistically novel antibiotics effective in combatting antimicrobial resistance\nSpeaker: Terry Roemer\, PhD (Prokaryotics Inc.)\n\nDate: 26 January 2026 \nTime: 3:00 – 4:00 PM \nLocation: NL6\, Naylor Building\, 6 Queen’s Park Crescent West\, Toronto\, ON M5S 3H2
URL:https://epic.utoronto.ca/event/phenotypic-screening-approaches-to-discovering-mechanistically-novel-antibiotics-effective-in-combatting-antimicrobial-resistance/
LOCATION:David Naylor Building\, Room NL6\, 6 Queens Park Crescent West Suite 119 Suite 119\, Toronto\, ON\, ON M5S 3H2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-person,Seminar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://epic.utoronto.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Roemer.pdf
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260112T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260112T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T212510
CREATED:20260107T152518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T152532Z
UID:7122-1768230000-1768233600@epic.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:On aging\, infection and inflammation: Two vignettes
DESCRIPTION:Dawn Bowdish\, who is an Associate Professor at McMaster University and a Canada Research Chair in Aging & Immunity will deliver a special seminar titled “On aging\, infection and inflammation: Two vignettes”. This special seminar will be hosted by Arthur Mortha in the Department of Immunology. \nDate: January 12th\, 2026 \nTime: 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. \nLocation: MSB 7231\, Medical Sciences Building \nRegistration is not required.
URL:https://epic.utoronto.ca/event/on-aging-infection-and-inflammation-two-vignettes/
LOCATION:Medical Sciences Building\, Room 7231\, 1 King’s College Circle\, Room 7231\, Toronto\, ON\, M5S 1A8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-person,Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251204T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251204T180000
DTSTAMP:20260423T212510
CREATED:20251022T205553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T151824Z
UID:6719-1764867600-1764871200@epic.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Trainee Pizza Talk
DESCRIPTION:These informal seminars aim to give EPIC trainees a PI-free space to practice their presentation and science communication skills. Typically\, two trainees give ~25 minute presentations on their research. This is a great opportunity for our trainees to receive supportive feedback from peers\, and to hear about research outside of their graduate department that they ordinarily wouldn’t get the chance to! \nDate: December 4th\nTime: 5:00 – 6:00 p.m.\nLocation: Red Room\, Donnelly Centre for Cellular and Biomolecular Research \nThis seminar will feature two speakers: \n\nAnna Bojagora\, who will present a talk titled “Deciphering the mechanisms of Neisseria gonorrhoeae-induced immunopathogenesis in the mouse upper genital tract“\nMahmood Gohari\, who will present a talk titled “From genes to predictions: Using machine learning and genomic data to understand antimicrobial resistance in Shigella“\n\n  \nWe are still looking for presenters for the next pizza talks – register here! 
URL:https://epic.utoronto.ca/event/trainee-pizza-talk/
LOCATION:Red Seminar Room\, Donnelly Centre for Cellular and Biomolecular Research
CATEGORIES:In-person,Seminar,Trainee-only event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251203T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251203T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T212510
CREATED:20251126T212841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T212841Z
UID:6924-1764770400-1764774000@epic.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Airborne pathways of antimicrobial resistance: Exploring bioaerosols in environmental and public health surveillance
DESCRIPTION:The Institute of Health Emergencies and Pandemics (IHEP) invites the University of Toronto community for a talk presented by postdoctoral fellow David Kormos titled “Airborne Pathways of Antimicrobial Resistance: Exploring Bioaerosols in Environmental and Public Health Surveillance\,” highlighting the emerging role of airborne AMR in shaping future public health monitoring and emergency preparedness. \nTopic description: Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a major global health threat and is responsible for billions of dollars in direct healthcare costs and lost productivity in Canada. While AMR spread has long been tracked through water and soil\, bioaerosols have only recently been recognized as a potential critical pathway. Bioaerosols are airborne particles carrying microorganisms and genetic material that can enable long-range transport of antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) and other pathogens\, potentially spreading resistance across ecosystems\, and infecting humans and animals via inhalation. Interest in research into airborne AMR is growing\, as are the challenges. These include choosing the right environments\, sampling instruments\, and analytical techniques for the diverse research questions\, and capturing and analyzing low-biomass samples\, a constant problem with any bioaerosol research. This presentation will summarize our current understanding of airborne ARGs in different environments and discuss the sampling strategies and molecular techniques at our disposal. \nDate: December 3rd \nTime: 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. \nLocation: Room TBD\, 155 College St.\, Health Sciences Building\, Dalla Lana School of Public Health \nRegister here!
URL:https://epic.utoronto.ca/event/airborne-pathways-of-antimicrobial-resistance-exploring-bioaerosols-in-environmental-and-public-health-surveillance/
LOCATION:155 College Street Toronto\, ON M5T 3M7\, 155 College Street\, Toronto\, ON\, M5T 3M7
CATEGORIES:In-person,Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251127T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251127T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T212510
CREATED:20251030T155309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T155309Z
UID:6749-1764255600-1764259200@epic.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Navigating the future of infectious disease modelling and global health
DESCRIPTION:Join Unity Health Toronto for special seminar! \nMark Jit is chair and professor of the Department of Global and Environmental Health at the New York University School of Global Public Health. He is also co-chair of the Lancet Commission on Strengthening the Use of Epidemiological Modelling of Emerging & Pandemic Infectious Diseases. He will be presenting a talk entitled “Navigating the future of infectious disease modelling and global health“. There will also be a small trainee networking chat after the seminar. \nDate: 27 November 2025 \nTime: 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. \nLocation: LKS 211\, Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute\, 209 Victoria St. \nFormat: In-person only \nPlease register for this seminar using this form! 
URL:https://epic.utoronto.ca/event/navigating-the-future-of-infectious-disease-modelling-and-global-health/
LOCATION:Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute\, 209 Victoria St\, Toronto\, ON\, M5B 1T8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-person,Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251127T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251127T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T212510
CREATED:20251022T205353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T173603Z
UID:6717-1764244800-1764248400@epic.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Protein-protein interaction methods for decoding pathogen-host interfaces
DESCRIPTION:This seminar series is an opportunity for post-doctoral fellows to gain teaching experience while helping more junior trainees learn new techniques in infectious disease research! Over lunch\, the speaker will give a presentation about a specific technique or study approach which they use and think can be applied to other areas of infectious disease research. \nDate: November 27th\nTime: 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.\nLocation: Room 1522\, MaRS Centre \nSpeaker: Guillaume Dugied\, Taipale Lab\, Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathobiology \nTalk Title: Protein-Protein Interaction Methods for Decoding Pathogen-Host Interfaces \nIf you would like to share your knowledge in a post-doc lunch lecture\, you can register to be a speaker here!
URL:https://epic.utoronto.ca/event/post-doc-lunch-lecture/
LOCATION:MaRS Centre\, Room 1522\, 101 C
CATEGORIES:In-person,Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251124T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T212510
CREATED:20251121T220037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T220037Z
UID:6905-1763978400-1763982000@epic.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Lung Sensory Neurons During Infection and Inflammation
DESCRIPTION:The Department of Immunology for the weekly Charles Gould Easton Seminar. The Easton Seminar Series hosts outstanding scientists from around the world are invited each week to present their work. \nThis week\, the Easton Seminar will held by Bryan Yipp\, who is a professor at the Cumming School of Medicine at the University of Calgary. Yipp will present a talk titled “Lung Sensory Neurons During Infection and Inflammation”.  \nThe host of this seminar is Slava Epelman (Department of Immunology) \nDate: November 24th 2025 \nTime: 10:05 – 11:00 a.m. \nLocation: Room 2170\, Medical Sciences Building\, University of Toronto
URL:https://epic.utoronto.ca/event/lung-sensory-neurons-during-infection-and-inflammation/
LOCATION:MSB 2170\, 1 King's College Circle\, Toronto\, ON\, M5S 1A8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-person,Seminar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251112T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251112T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T212510
CREATED:20251022T204950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T161633Z
UID:6715-1762966800-1762974000@epic.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Careers In Academia Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Every fall semester\, we put on a workshop to introduce EPIC trainees to different career paths. This year\, our trainee advisory committee (TAC) will be hosting a “Careers in Academia” Workshop and Networking session. The workshop will feature a panel discussion\, which will take questions from the audience\, and an informal networking session with four professionals who work in academia. Refreshments will be provided! \nPanelists: \n\nAnastassia Pogoutse\, Strategic Research Development Officer\, University of Toronto Mississauga\nNatasha Christie-Holmes\, Director\, Strategy & Partnerships\, Emerging & Pandemic Infections Consortium\nJasty Singh\, Assistant Professor (teaching stream)\, Department of Immunology\, University of Toronto\nDiane Haakonsen\, Investigator and Assistant Professor (tenure track)\, Department of Molecular Genetics\, University of Toronto\n\nDate: November 12th\nTime: 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.\nLocation: MSB2172\, Medical Sciences Building\, University of Toronto St. George Campus \nRegister here!
URL:https://epic.utoronto.ca/event/careers-in-academia-workshop/
LOCATION:Medical Sciences Building\, Room 2172\, 1 King’s College Circle\, Room 2172\, Toronto\, ON\, M5S 1A8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-person,Trainee-only event,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251031T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251031T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T212510
CREATED:20250930T162141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T162141Z
UID:6623-1761899400-1761919200@epic.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Blueprints of Immunity: Designing the Next Generation of Antibodies
DESCRIPTION:Discover the cutting edge of monoclonal antibody innovation at this dynamic one-day symposium\, featuring talks from local and international experts. From novel screening platforms to computational design\, to innovative delivery\, this event offers deep insights\, networking opportunities\, and a front-row seat to the future of this field. Coffee and lunch will be served. You can learn more about the event here! \nWhen: 31st October\, 2025 \nWhere: TBC \nThe symposium will feature talks from: \n\nJames Crowe\, MD – Vanderbilt University\nNico Callewaert\, PhD – Ghent University\nJamie Spangler\, PhD – Johns Hopkins University\nPhilip M. Kim\, PhD – University of Toronto\nJean-Philipe Julien\, PhD – Hospital for Sick Children (EPIC Member)\n\nRegistration is now open!
URL:https://epic.utoronto.ca/event/blueprints-of-immunity-designing-the-next-generation-of-antibodies/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:In-person,Symposium
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251030T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251030T180000
DTSTAMP:20260423T212510
CREATED:20251022T204624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T204624Z
UID:6711-1761840000-1761847200@epic.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:TAC Halloween Social - Pumpkin Painting
DESCRIPTION:Join EPIC’s trainee advisory committee (TAC) for our Halloween social! \nWe’ll be painting mini pumpkins. The spookiest pumpkins will be posted on Instagram\, and the most liked ghoulish gourd will win a prize! \nWhen: October 30th\, 4:00 – 6:00 p.m.\nWhere: Medical Sciences Building\, RM2377 \nPizza\, paint and pumpkins provided! \nPlease register here! (Deadline October 28th)
URL:https://epic.utoronto.ca/event/tac-halloween-social-pumpkin-painting/
LOCATION:MSB 2377
CATEGORIES:In-person,Trainee-only event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251030T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251030T163000
DTSTAMP:20260423T212510
CREATED:20251119T183041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T175317Z
UID:6769-1761829200-1761841800@epic.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:AMR Policymaking Workshop - 2025 AMR Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the AMR Policy Accelerator\, the aim of the workshop is to introduce CAN-AMR-Net and EPIC trainees\, who may be future policymakers\, to the skills and knowledge needed to develop and implement effective AMR policies. The workshop will highlight the importance of evidence-based decision-making\, equity\, ethics\, and cross-sector collaboration. \nOver one afternoon (3.5-hour session)\, AMR policymaking will be explored through lectures with interactive discussions and case studies. Your participation is key—questions and dialogue are encouraged throughout to foster engagement and shared insights! \nThis workshop is offered to all CAN-AMR-Net and EPIC trainees who are attending the AMR Symposium. Spaces are limited\, so register now to secure your spot! \nDate: November 19th (Day 2 of the AMR Symposium)\nTime: 1:00 – 4:30 p.m.\nWhere: The Vaughan + Markham Rooms\, The Quay\, Toronto \nPlease note\, while the AMR Symposium will offer virtual attendance\, this workshop will be offered in-person only.
URL:https://epic.utoronto.ca/event/amr-policymaking-workshop-2025-amr-symposium/
LOCATION:The Quay\, Toronto\, 100 Queens Quay E\, Toronto\, ON\, M5E 1V3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-person,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251030T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251030T183000
DTSTAMP:20260423T212510
CREATED:20250923T135401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T135457Z
UID:6559-1761812100-1761849000@epic.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:BioHubNet 2025 Annual Symposium & Training Week
DESCRIPTION:When: 30 October 2025 \nWhere: Chelsea Hotel Toronto\, 33 Gerrard St. W. \nThe 2025 BioHubNet Annual Symposium is a day of panel sessions and networking which seeks to bring together leading experts in industry\, academia\, policy\, and innovation. The theme of this year’s discussions will be “Shaping Canada’s Biomanufacturing and Life Sciences Future”. The symposium seeks to emphasize practical skills and training sessions will be offered throughout the week leading up to the symposium. \nFind out more about registering for the symposium and the Training Week opportunities here! \n  \n 
URL:https://epic.utoronto.ca/event/biohubnet-2025-annual-symposium-training-week/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:In-person,Symposium,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251022T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251022T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T212510
CREATED:20250911T133305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T175306Z
UID:6511-1761123600-1761138000@epic.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Antibody approaches to overcome viral diversity for global health
DESCRIPTION:As a part of the 2025 Gairdner Science Week Symposium‘s session on “Current frontiers of precision therapeutics”\, Senior Scientist in the Program in Molecular Medicine at The Hospital for Sick Children and EPIC member\, Dr. Jean-Philippe Julien will be presenting. \nTalk title: “Antibody approaches to overcome viral diversity for global health” \nWhen: October 22nd\, 9am – 1:15pm \nWhere: MaRS auditorium\, 101 College St.\, Toronto\, ON \nRegister here to attend the session.  \n 
URL:https://epic.utoronto.ca/event/gairdner-science-week-current-frontiers-of-precision-therapeutics-dr-jean-philippe-julien/
LOCATION:MaRS Auditorium\, 101 College Street\, Toronto\, ON\, M5G 1L7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Hybrid,In-person,Symposium
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251017T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251017T161500
DTSTAMP:20260423T212510
CREATED:20251002T203338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T140220Z
UID:6650-1760691600-1760717700@epic.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Postponed - Emerging Pathogen Containment: An introduction to research approaches
DESCRIPTION:NOTICE: This event has been postponed due to an unforeseen circumstance\, and will be rescheduled for a later date. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience. \nWe are excited to announce that in conjunction with the 2025 EPIC Symposium\, we are partnering with the Canadian One Health Training Program on Emerging Zoonoses (Canopy) to offer a trainee workshop titled: “Emerging Pathogen Containment: An introduction to research approaches”. Register for the workshop here! \nIn this workshop\, trainees will get an inside look at how research involving high containment pathogens is conducted in academic environments. The sessions will include an overview of the Canadian regulatory structure for work with emerging pathogens\, case studies of program redesign\, interactive risk assessment activities and a walk-through tour of the Toronto High Containment Facility. \nThis workshop will equip participants with a high-level understanding of infrastructure design and operational approaches utilized in Canadian biosafety containment level 3 (CL3) facilities. \nTrainees at EPIC partnered institutions or trainee members of Canopy are eligible to register for the workshop\, but spaces are limited and will be assigned based on first responses. \nNote: Lunch and coffee will be provided! Certificates of completion will be available upon request. \nWhen: October 17\, 2025\nTime: 9:00 a.m. – 4:15 p.m.\nWhere: RM2278\, Medical Sciences Building\, University of Toronto (St. George Campus)\nCost: Free for anyone who has also registered for the 2025 EPIC Symposium (register for the symposium here!)
URL:https://epic.utoronto.ca/event/workshop-emerging-pathogen-containment-and-research-approaches/
LOCATION:Medical Sciences Building\, Room 2278\, 1 King's College Circle
CATEGORIES:In-person,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251016T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251016T180000
DTSTAMP:20260423T212510
CREATED:20250305T140951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T212153Z
UID:5822-1760601600-1760637600@epic.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:2025 EPIC Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendar for the 2025 EPIC Symposium on October 16. We will be returning to the Toronto Reference Library for a day of research talks and panel discussions from experts in infectious diseases and public health. The 2025 EPIC Symposium will feature invited guest speakers and faculty who are leaders in the fields of infectious disease research and public health. This year\, we are excited to partner with the Centre for Vaccine Preventable Diseases (CVPD) to present a day centred on the theme of “Immunizations: sustaining progress and impact in a changing landscape”. \nRegistration is now open!  \nLike last year\, there will also be a trainee lightening round where graduate students in related fields will share their research in five minutes! Finally\, our invited experts will hold a panel discussion and audience members will have the chance to ask questions directly to our keynote speakers. Our invited speakers\, trainees\, and professors will then get the chance to cross-connect during our networking reception which will round off the day! You can find the symposium agenda here: 2025 EPIC Symposium Agenda. \nLearn a bit about our keynote speaker and panel chair below. \nWe are also happy to announce that\, like last year\, trainees will have the opportunity to register to have lunch with one of our keynote speakers\, panel chair\, or industry representatives during the symposium. Trainees can sign up for a networking lunch table here! \nWhere: Toronto Reference Library\, Appel Salon\, 789 Yonge St\, Toronto\, ON M4W 2G8 \nWhen: October 16th\, 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. \nRegistration cost: The event is free for anyone with a primary affiliation at one of EPIC’s partner institutes (The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids)\, Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute\, Sunnybrook Research Institute\, Unity Health Toronto\, University Health Network and University of Toronto). Ticket fees apply to external academics and industry representatives. \nKeynote Speakers: \nNatasha Crowcroft\, MA(Cantab)\, MSc\, MD(PhD)\, MRCP\, FFPH \nNatasha S. Crowcroft is Vice President of the Infectious Diseases and Vaccination Programs Branch of the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC). With more than 30 years experience practising public health and preventive medicine and over 300 scientific publications\, she is an Adjunct Professor in the Dalla Lana School of Public Health\, Inaugural Director of the Centre for Vaccine Preventable Diseases\, and Senior Fellow\, Massey College at the University of Toronto. From 2020 to 2025 she served as the Senior Technical Adviser for Measles and Rubella at the World Health Organization\, Geneva\, and before that as Chief Scientist and Chief of Infectious Diseases at Public Health Ontario\, Professor in Laboratory Medicine and Pathobiology at the University of Toronto\, Adjunct Scientist at the Institute for Clinical Evaluative Sciences\, and a member of Canada’s National Advisory Committee on Immunization. \n  \n\n\n\nTrina Racine\, PhD \nTrina Racine is Director of Vaccine Development at the Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization (VIDO) which operates from the University of Saskatchewan. At VIDO\, she is responsible for guiding the development\, manufacturing\, and clinical/field testing of VIDO’s products. She is also responsible for the Vaccine Development Centre at VIDO\, which is a pilot scale\, containment level 3\, GMP biomanufacturing facility. Prior to joining VIDO\, Racine worked for the Special Pathogens Program at the National Microbiology Laboratory (NML) where she contributed to the development of vaccines and therapeutics for various infectious diseases including Ebola\, Zika\, and MERS. She also coordinated clinical trials and provided diagnostic support during the 2014-2016 Ebola outbreak in West Africa. Racine also acts as a consultant for scientific and regulatory affairs and clinical trials. She completed her PhD in Microbiology and Immunology at Dalhousie University. \n  \n\n\n\nMaxwell Smith\, PhD\, MSc \nMaxwell Smith is a bioethicist\, Associate Professor\, and CIHR Applied Public Health Chair in Ethics and Health Emergencies in the Faculty of Health Sciences at Western University. Smith also serves as the Director of Western’s Centre for Bioethics\, Associate Director of Western’s Rotman Institute of Philosophy\, and has appointments in the Department of Philosophy\, Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics\, and Schulich Interfaculty Program in Public Health. His research is in the area of public health ethics\, with a focus on infectious disease ethics and the ethical demands that health equity and social justice place on governments and institutions to protect and promote the public’s health. He presently serves as the Co-Chair of the Public Health Agency of Canada’s Public Health Ethics Consultative Group and is a member of the Public Health Agency of Canada’s Advisory Committee on Science\, the Ontario Public Health Emergencies Science Advisory Committee\, and World Health Organization Ethics and Governance of Infectious Disease Outbreaks Working Group. \n  \nPanel Chair: \nShelly Bolotin\, PhD\, MScPH\, MSc \nShelly Bolotin is the Director of the Centre for Vaccine Preventable Diseases\, and an Associate Professor at the Dalla Lana School of Public Health and the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathobiology\, at the University of Toronto. She is also a Scientist at Public Health Ontario. Her research program utilizes a multi-disciplinary approach to evaluate whether our population is adequately protected from vaccine-preventable diseases. Applying a public health lens\, her studies combine epidemiological and microbiological methods to answer questions related to population immunity and vaccine effectiveness. \n 
URL:https://epic.utoronto.ca/event/2025-epic-symposium/
LOCATION:Toronto Reference Library\, 789 Yonge Street\, Toronto\, ON\, M4W 2G8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-person,Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251006T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251006T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T212510
CREATED:20250911T135614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T184753Z
UID:6516-1759744800-1759748400@epic.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Born HIV exposed\, uninfected - from womb to childhood and beyond
DESCRIPTION:As a part of the Department of Immunology’s weekly Easton Seminar series\, Dr. Lena Serghides will be presenting a lecture titled “Born HIV exposed\, uninfected – from womb to childhood and beyond”. \nDr. Serghides will be introduced by Dr. Michele Anderson and EPIC trainee Diana Yang. \nWhen: October 6th\, 10-11am \nWhere: Medical Sciences Building\, RM2170
URL:https://epic.utoronto.ca/event/easton-seminar-dr-lena-serghides-born-hiv-exposed-uninfected-from-womb-to-childhood-and-beyond/
LOCATION:Medical Sciences Building\, Room 2170\, 1 King’s College Circle\, Room 2170\, Toronto\, ON\, M5S 1A8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-person,Seminar
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