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Research Funding Opportunities
UBC Faculty of Medicine: Roman M. Babicki Fellowship in Medical Research
Description: made available through an endowment established by an estate gift from Roman M. Babicki (1927-2020) for an outstanding Ph.D. student who is a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, has achieved candidacy, and is undertaking cancer research.
Amount: $29,000
Duration: 1 year
Eligibility: Ph.D. students
Deadline: July 21
UBC Faculty of Medicine: Elizabeth C. Watters Research Fellowship
Description: made available through an endowment established by the Estate of John Imrie Watters for a deserving graduate student or medical resident in the Faculty of Medicine engaged in research into the causes, treatment, and cure of lymphatic cancer.
Amount: $21,000
Duration: 1 year
Eligibility: Graduate students
Deadline: July 21
UBC Faculty of Medicine: Laurel L. Watters Research Fellowship
Description: made available through an endowment established by the Estate of John Imrie Watters for a deserving graduate student or medical resident in the Faculty of Medicine engaged in research into the causes, treatment, and cure of breast cancer.
Amount: $21,000
Duration: 1 year
Eligibility: Graduate students
Deadline: July 21
UBC Faculty of Medicine: 2023 Seminar Series Fund
Description: The purpose of the fund is to provide secondary support for interdisciplinary seminars of educational value with up to $1,500 per seminar series. Only one application per UBC Faculty of Medicine department, centre/institute or school will be accepted. If you’re currently seeking additional funding and your seminar qualifies under these criteria, please visit the Seminar Series Fund page and submit your application online by August 28th, 2023.
Amount: $1,500
Eligibility: Faculty
Deadline: August 28
Heart & Stroke, CIHR, and Brain Canada: 2023 Doctoral and Master's Personnel Awards for Indigenous Scholars
Description: These new awards aim to promote strategic growth in heart and brain health science with Indigenous communities by supporting Indigenous students to pursue their post graduate studies.
Amount: up to $30,000 per year (Doctoral); up to $25,000 per year (Master's)
Duration: up to 3 years (Doctoral); up to 2 years (Master's)
Eligibility: Graduate students
Deadline: September 1
CALL FOR NOMINATIONS
Schmidt Science Polymaths Award NEW
The program will identify and support innovative scientific researchers at this pivotal moment (and potentially the most productive time of their careers) by providing the resources that allow them to substantively explore new lines of research. Instead of focusing on specific research ideas, the goal for the program is to bet on people, their special talent, and their teams.
Faculty of Medicine has been asked to submit up to 2 nominees to the Office of VP Research & Innovation. FoM is seeking assistance with identifying up to 2 nominees per unit (Department/School) that would meet the eligibility criteria and could take advantage of this competitive opportunity. | FoM internal nomination deadline: August 8
Wiley Prize in Biomedical Sciences
The Wiley Prize in Biomedical Sciences is intended to recognize breakthrough research in pure or applied life science research that is distinguished by its excellence, originality, and impact on our understanding of biological systems and processes. The award may recognize a specific contribution or series of contributions that demonstrate the nominee's significant leadership in the development of research concepts or their clinical application. Particular emphasis will be placed on research which champions novel approaches and challenges accepted thinking in the biomedical sciences. | Deadline: August 31
Events
Event: Visiting Professor Lecture: Dr. Francesca Capon “Using single cell omics to inform therapeutic strategies for skin inflammation” NEW
Description: Dr. Francesca Capon obtained a BSc in Biological Sciences and PhD in Medical Genetics from “La Sapienza” University of Rome, Italy. Her interest in the genetics of psoriasis brought her to the UK. She first moved to the University of Leicester as a WellcomeTrust Traveling Research Fellow, then took on a Lectureship in Human Molecular Genetics at University College London. She joined King’s College London as a Lecturer, was promoted to Senior Lecturer, Reader, and Professor.
Date & Time: July 25 (3 – 4pm)
Location: Online (via zoom link) & in-person (BC Children’s Research Institute, Chan 2111 Lecture Hall)
For more info: contact medresearch.admin@ubc.ca
Event: Indigenous Wellbeing Gathering Conference NEW
Description: A multidisciplinary conference dedicated to fostering collaborations and knowledge sharing that prioritize the wellbeing of Indigenous communities. Hosted by the Urban indigenous Wellbeing Collective, this two-day event brings together Elders, researchers, trainees, and community partners to address community-identified research priorities and develop cross-university and community networks.
Date & Time: October 13-14 (save the date)
Location: Kelowna, Manteo Resort
Website: https://www.urbanindigenouswellbeing.com/conference
Event: MSHRBC Clinical Trials BC Symposium 2023: Approaches for Accessible Clinical Trials
Description: The theme focuses on new approaches, technology, pathways and regulatory initiatives that make clinical trials more accessible for participants, trialists, clinical trial professionals and administrators, communities and other relevant parties.
Date & Time: November 28 (save the date)
Location: Online & in-person
Website: https://healthresearchbc.ca/event/clinical-trials-bc-symposium-2023-approaches-for-accessible-clinical-trials/
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CIHR Reviewer in Training Program NEW
Description: Allows early-career researcher to receive mentorship and participate directly in the peer-review process of the Project Grant program.
Application deadline: August 8
Website: https://cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/52291.html?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=UBCResearchDigest&utm_source=Vancouver&utm_term=july2023
Introduction to Regulatory Affairs Course NEW
Description: Regulatory affairs serve as a critical hub in the biotech and pharmaceutical sectors, bridging the gap between research, industry, and governmental bodies. Professionals in this field are integral to ensuring the safe and effective production of new products, from initial research and development through to testing, manufacturing, marketing, and ongoing quality assurance and compliance.
Date & Time: Sep 11 - Nov 19, 2023
Location: This is a blended course (online + in-person)
Website: https://extendedlearning.ubc.ca/courses/introduction-regulatory-affairs/ls101
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