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SUMMARY:Fresh Water Technology – Local Innovation at Work
DESCRIPTION:Join industry experts as they discuss cutting edge science taking place in your community to help better understand the local environment.\n\n\n\nOn March 12th join Genome BC for our GeneTalk ‘Fresh Water Technology – Local Innovation at Work’. Industry experts Brandon Nichols and Pilar Portela will be speaking about the revolutionary technology that will allow for real-time monitoring of lakes\, rivers and wildlife in the local water table. This information will lead to improved management of the water table\, provide new data for long term studies\, provide a better understanding of the effects of climate change on the local water table and potentially create new industry positions for locals. Following Pilar’s presentation we invite you to take part in the Q&A session so you can gain a better understanding of this technology and its impacts on your local community.
URL:https://www.genomebc.ca/events/fresh-water-technology-local-innovation-at-work/
LOCATION:College of the Rockies Lecture Theatre\, Room 250\, 2700 College Way\, Cranbrook\, BC V1C 5L7\, Cranbrook\, V1C 5L7\, CA
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SUMMARY:Cancer and Families
DESCRIPTION:EVENT CANCELLED!\n\n\n\nUnfortunately due to unforeseen circumstances our GeneTalk ‘Cancer & Families’ on Nov 27th has been cancelled. Our sincere apologies for the change of plans.  We thank all of you who registered to attend this event\, and hope to see you at another Genome BC event soon.
URL:https://www.genomebc.ca/events/cancer-and-families-2/
LOCATION:The Deely Research Centre\, 2410 Lee Ave.\, Victoria\, BC V8R 6V5\, Victoria\, V8R 6V5\, CA
CATEGORIES:Genome BC Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191126T190000
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SUMMARY:Let Them Eat Dirt
DESCRIPTION:Connect with young families\, researchers\, and doctors to sleuth out what’s harming our microbiota and learn how we can reverse the trend.\n\n\n\nAllergies\, obesity\, asthma\, intestinal disorders\, auto-immune diseases\, and diabetes are all on the rise\, with some even doubling every ten years. New research points to changes in the complex ecosystem of microbes that live on and inside every one of us – our microbiota – as a major cause. But how could microorganisms that live in your gut affect the odds you’ll develop asthma\, a disease of the lungs – or diabetes\, a metabolic disorder? \nLET THEM EAT DIRT: The Hunt For Our Kid’s Missing Microbes connects with young families\, researchers\, and doctors to sleuth out what’s harming our microbiota and learn what we can do to reverse this dangerous trend. \nThe screening will be followed by a Q&A with Dr. Brett Finlay.
URL:https://www.genomebc.ca/events/let-them-eat-dirt-2/
LOCATION:The Vic Theatre\, 808 Douglas Street\, Victoria\, BC\, Victoria\, CA
CATEGORIES:Genome BC Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190924T180000
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SUMMARY:Let Them Eat Dirt
DESCRIPTION:Allergies\, obesity\, asthma\, intestinal disorders\, auto-immune diseases\, and diabetes are all on the rise\, with some even doubling every ten years. New research points to changes in the complex ecosystem of microbes that live on and inside every one of us – our microbiota – as a major cause. But how could microorganisms that live in your gut affect the odds you’ll develop asthma\, a disease of the lungs – or diabetes\, a metabolic disorder? \nLET THEM EAT DIRT: The Hunt For Our Kid’s Missing Microbes connects with young families\, researchers\, and doctors to sleuth out what’s harming our microbiota and learn what we can do to reverse this dangerous trend. \nThe screening will be followed by a Q&A\, moderated by renowned journalist Kathryn Gretsinger\, with Dr. Brett Finlay and Emmy Award-Winning producer Rivkah Beth Medow. \nTuesday\, September 24\nDoors 6:00 pm | Film 7:00 pm | Q&A 8:00 – 8:45 pm \nTickets are free. Get tickets at the Rio Theatre Box Office or online \n*Must be 19+ w/ID for entry and bar service.
URL:https://www.genomebc.ca/events/let-them-eat-dirt/
LOCATION:Rio Theatre\, 1660 E Broadway\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5N 1W1
CATEGORIES:Genome BC Events
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SUMMARY:From Cancer to Cannabis: using 'omics to advance research
DESCRIPTION:‘Omics technologies\, particularly genomics\, hold the promise to improve our quality of life while providing opportunities for economic development and environmental improvement for the benefit of society. Every living thing has a genome which holds the secret code of life within. From the food we eat\, to the medicine and cures we seek\, to the environmental sustainability of natural resources we depend upon\, genomics is the heart of life sciences in British Columbia.\nCome and hear a balanced discussion about the power and potential of these disruptive technologies.
URL:https://www.genomebc.ca/events/from-cancer-to-cannabis-using-omics-to-advance-research/
LOCATION:Quest University Canada\, 3200 University Boulevard\, Squamish\, BC V8B 0N8\, Squamish\, V8B 0N8\, CA
CATEGORIES:Genome BC Events
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SUMMARY:Genomics in an era of shifting ecological baselines
DESCRIPTION:Climate change is affecting British Columbia in many ways. In recent years we have seen intense fire activity and massive insect outbreaks. It is imperative that we document our current ecological baselines so that we can better recognize\, manage\, and respond to change.\nDr. Dezene Huber’s research program has been using genomics to better understand the huge mountain pine beetle outbreak in the interior\, and is applying the same tools the burgeoning spruce beetle infestation. He has also started to use genomics tools to monitor and catalog insect biodiversity in forests and streams to help with species conservation and to monitor\, protect\, and improve ecosystem services.\nThe talk will be followed by a moderated question and answer period open to everyone in attendance.
URL:https://www.genomebc.ca/events/genomics-in-an-era-of-shifting-ecological-baselines/
LOCATION:College of the Rockies\, 2700 College Way\, Cranbrook\, BC V1C 5L7\, Cranbrook\, V1C 5L7\, CA
CATEGORIES:Genome BC Events
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SUMMARY:Are Bees Really Dying? Are we the cause or the solution?
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Leonard Foster is a Canada Research Chair in Quantitative Proteomics\, and recipient of the 2017 Genome BC Award for Scientific Excellence. His research identifies disease resistance genes in bees and covers such topics as pathogen invasion\, infection and the mapping of protein interactions.\nHis objective is to reverse the decline of honeybee numbers and build genetic traits that make them more resistant to disease. Dr. Foster works with beekeepers\, economists and biologists across North America and Europe to eradicate the diseases plaguing honeybees. Dr. Foster also studies the interactions between pathogens and our immune systems that cause serious diseases like typhoid fever\, malaria and tuberculosis.\nUnderstanding how these pathogens break down our defences will lead to the development of better ways to fight them in the future.\nThe talk will be followed by a moderated question and answer period open to everyone in attendance.
URL:https://www.genomebc.ca/events/are-bees-really-dying-are-we-the-cause-or-the-solution/
LOCATION:John M.S. Lecky UBC Boathouse\, 7277 River Road\, Richmond\, BC V6X 1X5\, Richmond\, V6X 1X5\, CA
CATEGORIES:Genome BC Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20181022T160000
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SUMMARY:The Genetics of Human Diversity with Unnur Thorsteinsdottir
DESCRIPTION:*This event has been canceled and will likely be rescheduled in the near future. We apologize for the short notice.*\nGenome BC is proud to present world-renowned geneticist\, Unnur Thorsteinsdottir\, in Vancouver\, Canada\, for a special event on October 22\, 2018\, to share her pivotal knowledge on the genetics of human diversity. Headquartered in Reykjavik\, Iceland\, Unnur is the Vice President of Research at deCODE Genetics\, a global leader in analyzing and understanding the human genome. deCODE Genetics is home to the highly productive human gene discovery engine\, employing discoveries to identify genetic variations associated with human disease. Their power to uncover the genetic basis of virtually any disease or trait is unprecedented. This exploration is sure to be captivating and inspiring. With just 100 seats available\, don’t wait to reserve yours! \nSFU Harbour Centre – Labatt HallMonday October 22\, 20184:00 PM (Doors Open 3:30 PM)\nUnnur received her Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in biology from the University of Iceland\, and completed a PhD degree in genetics at the University of British Columbia in 1997. She was a postdoctoral fellow in the Laboratory of Experimental Hemato-Oncology and Gene Therapy Institut de Recherches Cliniques de Montreal\, and joined deCODE in 2000. Since 2003 she has led deCODE’s population genetics genetic work and is actively involved in wide range of genetic studies involving cardiovascular\, metabolic\, inflammatory and neurological diseases and cancers. From 2010 Unnur has been Vice President of Research at deCODE.
URL:https://www.genomebc.ca/events/the-genetics-of-human-diversity-with-unnur-thorsteinsdottir/
LOCATION:SFU Harbour Centre – Labatt Hall\, 515 W Hastings Street\, Vancouver\, BC V6B 5K3\, Vancouver\, V6B 5K3\, CA
CATEGORIES:Genome BC Events
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SUMMARY:Finger on the Pulse of Genomics: How Important are your Genes in Heart Health and Obesity?
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening talk open to everyone in the public! Leading scientists Dr. Liam Brunham and Dr. Susanne Clee will explore the role that genetics plays in important health conditions including heart disease\, obesity and diabetes. In addition\, Fred Hazen\, a retired millwright from Kamloops\, will tell his story of living with familial hypercholesterolemia\, or FH\, an inherited condition that leads to cardiovascular disease and how this condition has impacted his family. The talks will be followed by a moderated question and answer period open to everyone in attendance. \nRegistration will open at 5:30PM – and the talk will begin sharply at 6:00PM. Please arrive early to avoid disturbing others in the audience. \nGenome BC is proud to organize science forums at no cost but we depend on your attendance. Please be sure you can attend before registering or contact us at info@genomebc.ca or 604. 675.1021 should you need to cancel. \n\nBios of speakers:\nDr. Liam Brunham is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of British Columbia and a Principal Investigator at the UBC Centre for Heart and Lung Innovation. He is an attending physician at the Health Heart Program Prevention clinic at St. Paul’s hospital\, one of the largest specialty lipid clinics in Canada. He is a Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) New Investigator and a Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research Scholar. In 2017\, he was recognized as one of Canada’s Top 40 under 40. Dr. Brunham’s research focuses on genetic aspects of cholesterol levels\, cardiovascular disease (CVD)\, and pharmacogenomics. Active projects in his laboratory include SAVE BC (www.savebc.ca)\, a long term study of families with early onset CVD; using genome-editing in human stem cells to study mechanisms of drug-induced cardiotoxicity; and studying the use of genetic testing for inherited dyslipidemias. His laboratory is funded by the CIHR\, Heart & Stroke Foundation of Canada\, Canada Foundation for Innovation\, and Genome BC.\nDr. Susanne Clee obtained her BSc (Hons) in biochemistry from SFU. For her graduate work at UBC she went on to study genetic factors affecting cholesterol and triglyceride levels and their impact on cardiovascular disease. This led her to appreciate how many metabolic diseases seem to share common factors. For her postdoctoral training\, she joined a lab at the University of Wisconsin-Madison to discover genetic factors affecting obesity and type 2 diabetes. Dr. Clee returned to Vancouver and UBC in 2007 to establish her own laboratory. Here\, her work has continued to focus on the discovery of genetic factors affecting metabolic disease risk including obesity\, type 2 diabetes\, and metabolism.\nFred Hazen lives in Kamloops\, BC where he worked as a millwright for 35 years. Fred recently retired two years ago and is enjoying his retirement with his wife\, Joanne. Fred is active and participates in a variety of activities including curling and traveling in winter and spending his summers motorcycling\, fishing\, and working on friends’ cars. He also spends his time volunteering with the Heart and Stroke Foundation. \nFred is also one in 1617 British Columbians on a BC based Registry of people who have high cholesterol levels caused by their genetic makeup rather than external forces such as a fatty diet- this condition is known as familial hypercholesterolemia\, or FH. FH affects approximately one in 500 Canadians. Fred has two sons\, now 34 years old and 36 years old\, that have both been tested for FH and are cleared of having the condition. 
URL:https://www.genomebc.ca/events/finger-on-the-pulse-of-genomics-how-important-are-your-genes-in-heart-health-and-obesity/
LOCATION:Kay Meek Centre\, 1700 Mathers Ave\, West Vancouver\, BC V7V 2G7\, West Vancouver\, V7V 2G7\, CA
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