Join us at this online training/demo of the VPRI Dashboards, including ART (Tableau)! Dashboards access is required and limited to staff in research roles at U of T.

Join Climate Positive Energy, University of Toronto Entrepreneurship, and Innovation Asset Collective for a panel on developing an effective intellectual property (IP) strategy for commercialization, and hear from researchers and IP experts with real-world experience. This lunch-and-learn session will be hosted in-person at University of Toronto’s St. George campus. Registration is required for this free […]

Canada is a leader in innovation, research and development, thanks to the research community’s commitment to open science and international collaboration. However, this strength also makes Canadian research an attractive target for malicious actors. The transfer of our cutting-edge research can result in: Damage to the integrity of Canadian academic and research institutions Advancements in […]

Canada is a leader in innovation, research and development, thanks to the research community’s commitment to open science and international collaboration. However, this strength also makes Canadian research an attractive target for malicious actors. The transfer of our cutting-edge research can result in: Damage to the integrity of Canadian academic and research institutions Advancements in […]

Join us for the next Get it Started, Get it Finished, Keep it Going (https://cris.utoronto.ca/rdfcohorts/get-it-started/). These monthly sessions are geared to addressing the competing priorities faculty face during the semester from research, teaching, to service commitments. In these semi-structured (Two 45-minute timed work sessions), researchers will set goals that are specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, time-bound (SMART) […]

The Centre for Child Development, Mental Health, and Policy presents Canvas Conversations: Art that Speaks, an open art exhibit on the 2nd floor of the Maanjiwe nendamowinan building from May 6–8, 2024. Join us as we celebrate the intersection of research, art, and community engagement at this interactive exhibition (CCR approved). Brief talk by CCDMP Director Dr. […]

An annual academic conference hosted by the Schwartz Reisman Institute for Technology and Society, Absolutely Interdisciplinary convenes leading thinkers from a rich variety of fields to engage in conversations that encourage innovation and inspire new insights. Connecting technical researchers, social scientists, and humanists, Absolutely Interdisciplinary fosters new ways of thinking about the challenges presented by […]

Join the University of Toronto Entrepreneurship for an ECHO Discovery fireside chat, where they will discuss commercializing university and hospital early stage discoveries. The session will cover tech transfer guidelines for university and hospital institutions, highlighting the tech transfer process, invention disclosure and its assessments, patent and intellectual property ownership policies, licenses, other agreements, and […]

Community-Based Research Canada presents “Young People in Community-Based Research”: the winter 2024 e-learning series. This series will highlight community-based research projects, models, and processes that exemplify participatory engagement of young people in research. An important hallmark of community-based research is that the research is participatory, meaning it involves authentic and meaningful participation of stakeholders in […]

Community-Based Research Canada presents “Young People in Community-Based Research”: the winter 2024 e-learning series. This series will highlight community-based research projects, models, and processes that exemplify participatory engagement of young people in research. An important hallmark of community-based research is that the research is participatory, meaning it involves authentic and meaningful participation of stakeholders in […]

As of May 1 2024, the Tri-Agency federal granting agencies (NSERC, CIHR, SSHRC) as well as the Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) implemented the Sensitive Technology Research and Affiliations of Concern (STRAC) policy which was announced earlier this year. All applications to these agencies and programs must adhere to the STRAC Policy, as outlined on […]

CBRCanada Community of Practice Community of practice meetings actively bring together CBRCanada members from across Canada and beyond to engage in meaningful discussions. All involved in community-based research are welcome, whether you are a researcher, peer-researcher, student, project coordinator, administrator, director, or community leader. The purpose of the community of practice is to network with […]

PRiME Research Rounds is a monthly research presentation featuring talks from PRiME Principal Investigators and Fellows. The seminar sessions bring the PRiME community together for engaging discussions!Date: Friday, May 10, 2024 | 1:00 - 2:00 PMLocation: Red Seminar Room, Terrence Donnelly Centre, 160 College StreetSpeakers:LAURIE AILLES, Ph.D.PRiME Principal InvestigatorSenior Scientist, Princess Margaret Cancer CentreAssociate Professor and Chair, Department […]

This session focuses on accessible content creation practices. Techniques for conceptualizing, creating and maintaining accessible documents will be discussed and how to build these into department wide processes. A heavy emphasis is placed on why those techniques are important, and the ramifications of formatting decisions. This event is hosted by Accessibility For Ontarians With Disabilities […]

Speaker: Dr. Jon Thomas, BC Regional Innovation Chair, Director, Esposito Family Centre for Innovation & Entrepreneurship, University of the Fraser Valley Description: Do you have an entrepreneurial or start-up idea but don’t know where to start? You are not alone as commercialization can have high levels of complexity and uncertainty over long periods of time. This webinar […]

Canada is a leader in innovation, research and development, thanks to the research community’s commitment to open science and international collaboration. However, this strength also makes Canadian research an attractive target for malicious actors. The transfer of our cutting-edge research can result in: Damage to the integrity of Canadian academic and research institutions Advancements in […]

This session aims to give a foundation or refresher for website content editors on web accessibility fundamentals. Participants will learn about Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.0) and how they apply to the AODA, what this means for their role at the University and provide a foundation for discussion of web accessibility with different types […]

This session aims to give a foundation or refresher for website content editors on web accessibility fundamentals. Participants will learn about Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.0) and how they apply to the AODA, what this means for their role at the University and provide a foundation for discussion of web accessibility with different types […]

BASF Open InnovationWith global revenues of 68.9 billion Euros in 2023, BASF continues to drive economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility. This lecture will discuss BASF’s open innovation initiatives. Topics include how BASF approaches partnerships in innovation, core areas of focus for research, and how to protect IP and trade secrets in an […]

Module 2: Dual-Use Technologies: Know Your Research – Know your Partners – Assess the Risk The module elaborates on dual-use technologies and research with specific examples. These examples highlight the complex nature of dual-use technologies, and ways to recognize their sensitivities. The outcome of the module will enhance the understanding of dual-use nature of any […]

Module 2: Dual-Use Technologies: Know Your Research – Know your Partners - Assess the Risk The module elaborates on dual-use technologies and research with specific examples. These examples highlight the complex nature of dual-use technologies, and ways to recognize their sensitivities in a national security context. The outcome of the module will enhance the understanding […]

NSERC has just advised the research community of the upcoming webinar for the third edition of the NSERC Discovery Horizons pilot program. This short presentation of the program will precede a Q&A session. For more information please see the Research Alert.

Module 3: Demystifying the International Student Immigration Process The purpose of this presentation is to provide insight on the immigration process for international students and to explain how prospective applicants are security screened for admissibility. The presentation will provide an overview on the immigration forms, supporting documents and requirements for a study permit. The roles […]

Module 4: Know before you Export: Canada’s Export and Brokering Controls The presentation aims to increase your knowledge about Canada’s export controls regime, what is controlled and why; explain how research institutions and academia may be subject to export controls; show how to apply for an export permit; and provide a list of resources and […]

Research Connect is delighted to dedicate a unique and one of a kind webinar to an exclusive session with Dr. Thomas Hudson, with a focus on “Translating Science into Medicines.” Dr. Hudson is a Canadian Genome Scientist, a pioneer in mapping the human genome and internationally renowned for his work. He is a Senior Vice […]

Research Connect is delighted to dedicate a unique and one of a kind webinar to an exclusive session with Dr. Thomas Hudson, with a focus on “Translating Science into Medicines.” Dr. Hudson is a Canadian Genome Scientist, a pioneer in mapping the human genome and internationally renowned for his work. He is a Senior Vice […]

Webinar: New Frontiers in Research Fund – Exploration Grants 2024 In preparation for the NOI deadline,  all applicants interested in submitting a NOI, as well as the research administrators, are encouraged to participate in the upcoming webinars hosted by the sponsor. The webinar will be recorded and they will be made available along with the presentation […]

Join CANSSI Ontario for this year’s Distinguished Lecture Series in Statistical Sciences with: Susan Holmes, Professor, Department of Statistics, Stanford University. Susan Holmes has been working in non parametric multivariate statistics applied to Biology since 1985. She started her research career in France at the INRAE institute in Montpellier. She has taught at MIT, Harvard and […]

Do you support budgeting for research funding proposals? Do you wonder how these budgets are developed? This workshop, presented by staff from the Division of the Vice-President, Research & Innovation (VPRI) and the Office of the Vice-Principal, Research & Innovation, UTSC, will explore general principles, common research-related expenses, challenges, and tips for building effective budgets in research funding […]

Module 3: Demystifying the International Student Immigration Process The purpose of this presentation is to provide insight on the immigration process for international students and to explain how prospective applicants are security screened for admissibility. The presentation will provide an overview on the immigration forms, supporting documents and requirements for a study permit. The roles […]

The Evidence-to-Policy Pipeline w/ Eva Vivalt | College and University Fund Lecture Series: Research to Solve Problems “Recent years have seen a large increase in the availability of rigorous impact evaluations that could inform policy decisions. However, it is not enough for evidence to exist: It must also be seen as relevant and correctly interpreted. […]

Join us at this online training/demo of the VPRI Dashboards, including ART (Tableau)! Dashboards access is required and limited to staff in research roles at U of T.

Module 4: Know before you Export: Canada’s Export and Brokering Controls The presentation aims to increase your knowledge about Canada’s export controls regime, what is controlled and why; explain how research institutions and academia may be subject to export controls; show how to apply for an export permit; and provide a list of resources and […]

As of May 1 2024, the Tri-Agency federal granting agencies (NSERC, CIHR, SSHRC) as well as the Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) implemented the Sensitive Technology Research and Affiliations of Concern (STRAC) policy which was announced earlier this year. All applications to these agencies and programs must adhere to the STRAC Policy, as outlined on […]

SSHRC will be holding a webinar for their Connection Grants funding opportunity. Please note that you do not need to register in advance and a question and answer period will follow the presentation. With WebEx, questions must be submitted in writing. To join via WebEx: Click on the WebEx webinar link on the date and […]

The Edwin S.H. Leong Centre for Healthy Children is hosting its next Community Engagement Series event titled “Alchemizing Childhood Disability and Race: Notes from a Four-Year Decolonizing Arts-Based Notebook” on May 28th at 12-1pm (ET). Join Dr. Fiona Moola, Associate Professor in the School of Early Childhood Studies at the Toronto Metropolitan University and a […]

This information session hosted by the Research Services Office (RSO) at U of T will review the guidelines for the Early Researcher Award (ERA) Round 18 competition and will explore the following:• Program information and key documents• Eligibility and budget• Application evaluation, tips, common weaknesses• Addressing equity, diversity and inclusion in the training plan• Research […]

Canada is a leader in innovation, research and development, thanks to the research community’s commitment to open science and international collaboration. However, this strength also makes Canadian research an attractive target for malicious actors. The transfer of our cutting-edge research can result in: Damage to the integrity of Canadian academic and research institutions Advancements in […]

Join the 4th Annual TC3 Research and Innovation Symposium! This exciting annual event will take place on May 30, 2024 at the University of Toronto’s Chestnut Conference Centre at 89 Chestnut street, Toronto, ON, Canada. Get ready for a day filled with groundbreaking research, inspiring talks, and incredible networking opportunities. Whether you’re a researcher, trainee, […]

This documentary chronicles the first 48 hours of selected international students from departing their countries of origin to their initial days when they arrive in Toronto. Surprises, anxiety, joy, tips and funny revelations all describe the incredible trajectory of learners who have left their home. This film is the result of a project run by […]

The Edwin S.H. Leong Centre for Healthy Children Trainee Hub is an initiative that brings together graduate students, post-doctoral research fellows, and clinical trainees who are interested in joining the Centre to learn about the foundations, ethical dimensions, and planning for community-engaged research. The next Trainee Hub event will take place on Thursday, May 30th […]

As of May 1 2024, the Tri-Agency federal granting agencies (NSERC, CIHR, SSHRC) as well as the Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) implemented the Sensitive Technology Research and Affiliations of Concern (STRAC) policy which was announced earlier this year. All applications to these agencies and programs must adhere to the STRAC Policy, as outlined on […]

Join us for the next workshop in the CRIS series Drawing Across the Disciplines (https://cris.utoronto.ca/related/drawing-across-the-disciplines/). This two-part workshop is a collaboration between CRIS and MADLab and launches access to the single microphone soundbooth located in the MADLab. Part 1: May 31, 9:00 - 1:00pmPart 2: June 7, 9:00 - 1:00pmDuring the workshop sessions, Dr. Betsy […]