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SUMMARY:Anti-inflammatory antibody signaling in influenza virus immunity
DESCRIPTION:Taia T. Wang (Stanford University) presents as part of the Department of Immunology’s Easton Seminar Series.
URL:https://epic.utoronto.ca/event/anti-inflammatory-antibody-signaling-in-influenza-virus-immunity/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240212T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240212T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T173109
CREATED:20240202T203706Z
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UID:4100-1707750000-1707753600@epic.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Neuronal regulation of barrier immunity and host defense
DESCRIPTION:Isaac Chui (Harvard Medical School) will be speaking as part of the Department of Molecular Genetics Colloquium MMG1003H: Winter 2024 Seminar Series. \nThe seminar is open to faculty and trainees who are not affiliated with the Department of Molecular Genetics. \nSeminar abstract \nNeuroimmune interactions play a critical role in regulating homeostasis and host defense. Barrier tissue sites are densely innervated by sensory neurons that mediate pain and itch. We and others have found that these neurons directly sense microbial pathogens and their mediators including toxins and enzymes. They then release neuropeptides and other mediators that signal to immune cells to regulate their function. Microbes also in some instances hijack these neuroimmune interactions for their advantage. Therefore\, understanding how neurons interact with microbes and immune cells can lead to novel understanding of host defense and barrier immunity.
URL:https://epic.utoronto.ca/event/neuronal-regulation-of-barrier-immunity-and-host-defense/
LOCATION:Medical Sciences Building\, Room 3153\, 1 King’s College Circle\, Room 3153\, Toronto\, ON\, M5S 1A8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-person,Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240213T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240213T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T173109
CREATED:20240129T205330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T204529Z
UID:4056-1707825600-1707829200@epic.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Practical insights into diversity\, equity\, inclusion and belonging: becoming comfortable with being uncomfortable
DESCRIPTION:The Hospital for Sick Children Research Institute is hosting Darren Higgins (Department of Microbiology\, Harvard Medical School) for an in-person lecture about equity\, diversity and inclusion. All are welcome to attend.
URL:https://epic.utoronto.ca/event/practical-insights-into-diversity-equity-inclusion-and-belonging-becoming-comfortable-with-being-uncomfortable/
LOCATION:Peter Gilgan Centre for Research and Learning Auditorium\, 686 Bay Street\, Toronto\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-person,Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240213T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240213T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T173109
CREATED:20240130T195218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240130T195218Z
UID:4068-1707825600-1707829200@epic.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Targeting nucleic acids to combat inflammation
DESCRIPTION:EPIC member Milica Radisic hosts Kam Leong (Columbia University) as part of the Institute of Biomedical Engineering’s Invited Academic Speaker Series. \nTalk abstract: \nInflammation serves as a crucial defense mechanism\, alerting our bodies to damage and aiding in the restoration of homeostasis. However\, when inflammation becomes excessive or chronic\, it can manifest as a range of debilitating diseases\, including cancer\, autoimmune disorders\, and wound healing. Controlling the inflammatory response is a pivotal aspect of managing these conditions. While conventional drug therapies remain the mainstay of treatment\, biomaterials are increasingly gaining traction as an alternative approach. Biomaterials offer a promising strategy for targeted drug delivery to inflamed sites\, enhancing bioavailability and minimizing systemic side effects. Additionally\, they can act as scavengers\, removing pro-inflammatory factors to directly suppress inflammation. This scavenging approach has demonstrated efficacy in treating inflammatory diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis\, psoriasis\, multiple sclerosis\, and systemic lupus erythematosus. A key factor in the pathogenesis of these diseases appears to be the aberrant activation of innate immune sensors\, particularly Pattern Recognition Receptors (PRRs)\, triggered by nucleic acids released from damaged or dying cells. In this presentation\, I will discuss the application of nucleic acid-binding polymers as a multifaceted strategy for combating inflammation. These polymers not only effectively neutralize pro-inflammatory nucleic acids but also serve as versatile therapeutic carriers for drug delivery. Through an exploration of their mechanisms of action and therapeutic potential\, I will present the promise of nucleic acid-binding polymers as a new approach to managing inflammatory diseases. \n 
URL:https://epic.utoronto.ca/event/targeting-nucleic-acids-to-combat-inflammation/
LOCATION:Medical Sciences Building\, Room 3154\, 1 King’s College Circle\, Toronto\, ON\, M5S 1A8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-person,Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240213T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240213T180000
DTSTAMP:20260420T173109
CREATED:20240116T184419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T184419Z
UID:4020-1707841800-1707847200@epic.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Addressing the mental health impact of school closures post-pandemic
DESCRIPTION:The fourth-annual Vohra Miller Lectures in Critical Public Health Issues in collaboration with the Institute for Pandemics aims to foster a dialogue on health equity issues\, as it relates to the youth educational landscape. While recognizing the importance of the public health measures that were put in place based on scientifically proven best practices to ensure the safety and health of all Canadians\, this discussion will analyze the impact of pandemic education disruption on mental health outcomes in children and youth using innovative statistical methods. \nPanelists Kuan Liu\, Mark Lasso\, Kimberly Chau will share the learning outcomes and their perspectives to address topics posed by panelist and moderator\, Amy Gajaria.
URL:https://epic.utoronto.ca/event/addressing-the-mental-health-impact-of-school-closures-post-pandemic/
CATEGORIES:Lecture,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240215T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240215T143000
DTSTAMP:20260420T173109
CREATED:20240131T155741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T174027Z
UID:4072-1707996600-1708007400@epic.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:LTRI's Scientific Core Facilities Expo
DESCRIPTION:Discover how you can advance your research with the cutting-edge instruments and expertise available at the LTRI. Meet their expert staff and learn about the wide range of services and technologies we offer\, from advanced instrumentation to biorepositories to mouse models. A complimentary lunch will be provided\, and you can also enter a draw for a chance to win prizes!
URL:https://epic.utoronto.ca/event/ltris-scientific-core-facilities-expo/
LOCATION:60 Murray Street\, Level 3\, Room 201\, 60 Murray Street\, Toronto\, ON
CATEGORIES:In-person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240220T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240220T180000
DTSTAMP:20260420T173109
CREATED:20240117T192041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240117T192041Z
UID:4024-1708416000-1708452000@epic.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:5th Annual PRiME Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Join PRiME for their fifth annual symposium on the theme of New Frontiers in Precision Medicine: Unleashing the Potential. \nThe deadline to submit abstracts is January 25\, 2024 at 11:58 pm ET.
URL:https://epic.utoronto.ca/event/5th-annual-prime-symposium/
LOCATION:Myhal Centre for Engineering Innovation & Entrepreneurship\, Auditorium\, 55 St. George Street\, Toronto\, ON\, M5S 0C9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-person,Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240220T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240220T173000
DTSTAMP:20260420T173109
CREATED:20240109T161127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T171723Z
UID:3953-1708446600-1708450200@epic.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:EPIC Trainee Seminars: Duncan Carruthers-Lay and Grant Stevens
DESCRIPTION:EPIC Trainee Seminars provide a safe and supportive trainee-only space for trainees to share their work and receive feedback from their peers and network. The speakers for this session are: \n\nDuncan Carruthers-Lay (supervised by John Parkinson and Scott Gray-Owen): Population genomics of Neisseria gonorrhoeae\nJuliette Blais-Savoie (supervised by John Parkinson): A high-throughput screen to elucidate the function of Toxoplasma gondii rhoptry protein within host cells\n\nIf you’d like to present at a future EPIC Trainee Seminar\, please sign up here.
URL:https://epic.utoronto.ca/event/epic-trainee-seminars-duncan-carruthers-lay-and-grant-stevens/
LOCATION:Medical Sciences Building\, Room 3278\, 1 King's College Circle Medical Sciences Building\, RM4383 Medical Sciences Building\, RM4383\, Toronto\, ON\, M5S 1A8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-person,Seminar,Trainee-only event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240221T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240221T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T173109
CREATED:20240205T203228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T203228Z
UID:4112-1708513200-1708516800@epic.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:The interplay between the gut microbes and host health: how pathogens exploit disrupted habitats
DESCRIPTION:EPIC members Dana Philpott and Stephen Girardin host Carolina Tropini (University of British Columbia) for a special seminar.
URL:https://epic.utoronto.ca/event/the-interplay-between-the-gut-microbes-and-host-health-how-pathogens-exploit-disrupted-habitats/
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:20240226T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240226T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T173109
CREATED:20240223T175758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240223T175758Z
UID:4188-1708945200-1708948800@epic.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:A step towards understanding health and inflammation in the unique microenvironment of the transfeminine vagina
DESCRIPTION:EPIC member Rupert Kaul hosts Jessica Prodger (Western University) as part of the Department of Immunology’s Easton Seminar Series.
URL:https://epic.utoronto.ca/event/a-step-towards-understanding-health-and-inflammation-in-the-unique-microenvironment-of-the-transfeminine-vagina/
LOCATION:Medical Sciences Building\, Room 2170\, 1 King’s College Circle\, Room 2170\, Toronto\, ON\, M5S 1A8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240226T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240226T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T173109
CREATED:20240103T201549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T204402Z
UID:3888-1708959600-1708963200@epic.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Programming persistence of a parasitic infection
DESCRIPTION:EPIC member Aaron Reinke hosts Sebastian Lourido (Massachusetts Institute of Technology) as part of the Department of Molecular Genetics Colloquium MMG1003H: Winter 2024 Seminar Series. \nThe seminar is open to faculty and trainees who are not affiliated with the Department of Molecular Genetics. \nSeminar abstract \nApicomplexans have coevolved with their animal hosts for half a billion years\, developing the complex adaptations that support their obligate parasitic lifecycle. This protist phylum includes deadly and prevalent human infections like malaria and toxoplasmosis. Our work seeks to uncover the cellular adaptations that enable this form of parasitism. Using Toxoplasma gondii as a model organism for the phylum\, we have integrated a variety of systematic approaches to assess gene function\, including CRISPR-based genetic screens\, quantitative proteomics\, and single-cell transcriptional profiling. Together these methods provide new perspectives on the critical molecular events that govern the invasion of host cells\, the regulation of gliding motility\, and the establishment of chronic infections. Evidence points to conserved functions throughout the phylum for several of the pathways we have uncovered\, including essential steps in the erythrocytic cycle of Plasmodium falciparum\, which causes the most lethal form of malaria in humans. Beyond uncovering novel avenues for therapeutic intervention\, our results inform our understanding of eukaryotic diversity.
URL:https://epic.utoronto.ca/event/department-of-molecular-genetics-colloquium-mmg1003h-toxoplasma-gondii-parasite-pathogenesis-and-host-defense/
LOCATION:Medical Sciences Building\, Room 3153\, 1 King’s College Circle\, Room 3153\, Toronto\, ON\, M5S 1A8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-person,Seminar
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