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SUMMARY:Genome BC's Data Literacy Series - WHO Guiding Principles for Pathogen Genome Data Sharing
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT THIS EVENT\nAccording to the World Health Organization (WHO)\, the capacity for pathogen genomics around the world is advancing rapidly. And while advances are welcome\, there are inequities in access to new technologies in global surveillance that put us all at risk. \nJoin us for the next session in our ongoing Data Literacy Series as Dr. Vasee Moorthy presents the WHO Guiding Principles for Pathogen Genome Data Sharing. These principles chart a path for timely sharing of pathogen genome data\, while acknowledging the legitimate concerns and needs of scientists around the world that are the originators of this data. \nAs the world recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic and begins to build a stronger global architecture for health emergency preparedness and response\, these guiding principles are a much-needed tool for constructing a more equitable and transparent global system that keeps us all safer. \nWhat you’ll learn in this session: \n\nWhat the WHO Guiding principles for pathogen genome data sharing are\nWhy real-time pathogen data sharing is crucial and what was learned in the COVID-19 pandemic\nHow inequities in access to new technologies for pathogen genomics can lead to blind spots in global surveillance that put us all at risk\nWhy global standards for sharing pathogen genomic data are necessary\n\nABOUT THIS SERIES \nGenome BC is thrilled to present our ongoing series on Data Literacy. This series aims to bring national and international experts together to help deepen our understanding of different data related initiatives\, standards and resources. \nDeveloping a better shared understanding of benefits and risks related to data will help advance data collection\, sharing and use in sectors such as health\, agrifood and natural resources. For example\, much of the datasets resulting from Genome BC funded projects have value and utility beyond the purpose for which they are originally generated. Unlocking their potential is an interdisciplinary and translational challenge which requires the engagement of multiple stakeholders including funders\, data providers\, innovators\, researchers and end users.
URL:https://www.genomebc.ca/events/genome-bcs-data-literacy-series-who-guiding-principles-for-pathogen-genome-data-sharing/
LOCATION:Virtual Event\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Data Literacy Series
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SUMMARY:Genome BC's Data Literacy Series - Indigenous Data Governance
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT THIS EVENT \nGenome BC is thrilled to present our ongoing series on Data Literacy. This series aims to bring national and international experts together to help deepen our understanding of different data related initiatives\, standards and resources. \nDeveloping a better shared understanding of benefits and risks related to data will help advance data collection\, sharing and use in sectors such as health\, agrifood and natural resources. For example\, much of the datasets resulting from Genome BC funded projects have value and utility beyond the purpose for which they are originally generated. Unlocking their potential is an interdisciplinary and translational challenge which requires the engagement of multiple stakeholders including funders\, data providers\, innovators\, researchers and end users. \nWhat you’ll learn in this session: \n\nWhat the First Nations Principles of ownership\, control\, access\, and possession (OCAP®) are\nKey concepts of Indigenous data sovereignty\, data governance and data management\nHow OCAP supports strong information governance on the path to First Nations data sovereignty\nHow to think about personal rights vs. collective rights when considering Indigenous Peoples and population data\nWhat the term “distinctions-based relationships” means in a research environment
URL:https://www.genomebc.ca/events/genome-bcs-data-literacy-series-indigenous-data-governance/
LOCATION:Virtual Event\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Data Literacy Series
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SUMMARY:Genome BC's Data Literacy Series - FAIR Guiding Principles
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT THIS EVENT \nGenome BC is thrilled to present our ongoing series on Data Literacy. This series aims to bring national and international experts together to help deepen our understanding of different data related initiatives\, standards and resources. \nDeveloping a better shared understanding of benefits and risks related to data will help advance data collection\, sharing\, and use in sectors such as health\, agrifood\, and natural resources. For example\, much of the datasets resulting from Genome BC funded projects have value and utility beyond the purpose for which they are originally generated. Unlocking their potential is an interdisciplinary and translational challenge which requires the engagement of multiple stakeholders including funders\, data providers\, innovators\, researchers and end users. \nWhat you’ll learn in this session: \n\nWhat the FAIR guiding principles are\nHow the introduction of the FAIR guiding principles changed the research landscape\nWhat tools are available for assessing FAIRness\nWhat our role is in making sure our research data is FAIR
URL:https://www.genomebc.ca/events/genome-bcs-data-literacy-series-fair-guiding-principles/
LOCATION:Virtual Event\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Data Literacy Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220915T170000
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SUMMARY:Don Rix Distinguished Keynote Address 2022: Biodiversity Conservation in the Age of Extinction
DESCRIPTION:Genome BC was thrilled to present Dr. Carolyn Hogg\, co-lead of the Australasian Wildlife Genomics Group at the University of Sydney\, Australia\, as the speaker at the 2022 Don Rix Distinguished Keynote Address. Dr. Hogg is a conservation biologist who has been working with threatened species for over twenty-five years. She brought her wit\, wisdom and a wicked collection of wildlife stories to the stage.
URL:https://www.genomebc.ca/events/don-rix-distinguished-keynote-address-2022-biodiversity-conservation-in-the-age-of-extinction/
LOCATION:Vancouver Convention Center (West)\, 1055 Canada Place\, Vancouver\, BC V6C 0C3\, Vancouver\, V6C 0C3\, CA
CATEGORIES:Don Rix Distinguished Keynote
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220512T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220512T163000
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SUMMARY:Genome BC's 2022 Annual Genomics Forum: Climate Emergency Smart Solutions for a Sustainable Future
DESCRIPTION:While British Columbia is set to develop an efficient\, competitive and sustainable economy\, this will require the implementation of transformative and innovative technologies — including genomics.  It will also require socio-economic approaches to achieve sustainable agriculture and fisheries\, food safety\, sustainable use of renewable biological resources for industrial processes\, environmental protection\, preservation of biodiversity\, and policy and market development. \nJoin us for Genome BC’s Annual Genomics Forum on May 12\, which will bring together leaders from the life sciences community\, business\, industry\, and policy makers with unique experiences and backgrounds to discuss the role of genomics toward achieving a sustainable economic future in the face of a rapidly changing climate.
URL:https://www.genomebc.ca/events/genome-bcs-2022-annual-genomics-forum-climate-emergency/
LOCATION:Virtual Event\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Genomics Forum Events
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SUMMARY:Genome BC's 2021 Annual Genomics Forum: COVID-19 - A Moment of Importance for Genomics
DESCRIPTION:Genomics has played an important role in the battle against COVID-19. Scientists around the world have brought forward a herculean effort to manage the outbreak and bring an end to the pandemic. Early sequencing of the virus and data sharing has led to improved surveillance\, tracking transmission of the virus and its variants\, in real-time. New vaccines employ an mRNA sequence\, a technology years in the making. The past year has also given rise to many challenges including an increasing amount of misinformation and mistrust in science.
URL:https://www.genomebc.ca/events/genome-bcs-2021-annual-genomics-forum-covid-19-a-moment-of-importance-for-genomics/
LOCATION:Virtual Event\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Genomics Forum Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201028T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201028T190000
DTSTAMP:20250125T171612Z
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SUMMARY:Don Rix Distinguished Keynote Address 2021: Professor Dame Sue Hill
DESCRIPTION:On Nov. 18\, 2021\, Genome BC was proud to present Professor Dame Sue Hill as the speaker for the 12th Annual Don Rix Distinguished Keynote Address to answer some of these questions. As the Chief Scientific Officer for England and Senior Responsible Officer for Genomics in NHS England and NHS Improvement\, Sue established the NHS Genomic Medicine Centres and led the NHS contribution to the 100\,000 Genomes Project.
URL:https://www.genomebc.ca/events/don-rix-distinguished-keynote-address-2021-professor-dame-sue-hill/
LOCATION:Virtual Event\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Don Rix Distinguished Keynote
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201028T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201028T190000
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SUMMARY:Don Rix Distinguished Keynote Address 2020: Battle Lines: Fighting COVID-19 at the intersection of policy\, treatment and prevention
DESCRIPTION:On October 28\, 2020\, Genome BC hosted its 11th Annual Don Rix Distinguished Keynote Address (DRDK)\, bringing together the unique perspectives of three BC leaders who have made an indelible impact in the fight against COVID-19. \n“Battle Lines: Fighting COVID-19 at the intersection of policy\, treatment and prevention\,” featured BC’s Provincial Health Officer\, Dr. Bonnie Henry\, along with Dr. Mel Krajden\, Medical Director at the BC Centre for Disease Control\, and Dr. Carl Hansen\, CEO of AbCellera.
URL:https://www.genomebc.ca/events/battle-lines-fighting-covid-19-at-the-intersection-of-policy-treatment-and-prevention/
LOCATION:Virtual Event\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Don Rix Distinguished Keynote
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200727T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200730T170000
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SUMMARY:Educator Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Advance genomic literacy for you and your students at the first Genome BC Geneskool educator retreat.\n\n\n\n\nDevote 12 hours over 4 days to learn more about the rapidly advancing field of genomics\, as well as how it intersects with society. \nMajor themes of the retreat will include: \n\nInheritance and Identity\nMolecular Biology and Gene Editing\nBeyond Biology; Genes and Society\n\nWith the help of Geneskool facilitators and BC researchers\, educators will: \n\nReflect on personal perceptions of genetics and genomics\nEngage in meaningful discussion and dialogue over how best to advance genomic literacy with grade 9-12 students\nUse Geneskool content as a scaffold to approach Big Ideas in the curriculum and to help students find relevance between their own lives and genomic sciences\nGain material and practical resources for use in unit and lesson plans for online and in person instruction\n\nThis retreat will take place online and include self-guided learning\, audiovisual presentations and discussion-based workshops. \nClick here for a working schedule (subject to change)!  \nSign up to learn from exciting experts in Genomics and Society\, Indigenous perspectives\, gene editing\, forensics and more!
URL:https://www.genomebc.ca/events/educator-retreat/
CATEGORIES:Geneskool Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200618T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200618T180000
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SUMMARY:Geneskool Educator Webinar (Lost in Translation and more!)
DESCRIPTION:Learn about DNA translation\, codon tables and more! We will share our tips & tricks on how we facilitate these workshops.\n\n\n\nThe Genome BC Geneskool website has been restructured to make free online and remote learning resources more accessible to educators\,caregivers and students while in-class instruction is suspended. \nIn this webinar\, we will walk through Lost in Translation\, DNA extractions\, What’s all the buzz about BEES travelling suitcase and more. These workshops are suitable for Grade 10-12 students\, and can be adapted easily for younger grades with slight modifications. Join us to learn about how these workshops fit into the BC curriculum and how you can use them together as a unit plan. \n \nPlease join us by signing up for this webinar!
URL:https://www.genomebc.ca/events/geneskool-educator-webinar-lost-in-translation-and-more/
CATEGORIES:Geneskool Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200525T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200525T180000
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SUMMARY:Geneskool Educator Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Learn about genetic inheritance and rare genetic diseases. We will share our tips & tricks on how we facilitate these workshops.\n\n\n\nThe Genome BC Geneskool website has been temporarily restructured to make free online and remote learning resources more accessible to educators\, parents/caregivers and students while in-class instruction is suspended.  \nIn conjunction with these resources\, we will be hosting online webinars to give educators tips & tricks on how we facilitate the workshops.  \nIn this webinar\, we will walk through  and . These two workshops complement each other and are suited for Grade 10-12 students. For this educator webinar\, we will run through our tips and tricks for phenotypes/genotypes\, Punnett squares\, and heredity to help you to facilitate these workshops for your students.  \nPlease join us by signing up for this webinar!
URL:https://www.genomebc.ca/events/geneskool-educator-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Geneskool Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200430T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200430T163000
DTSTAMP:20240404T132940Z
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SUMMARY:Genome BC's 2020 Annual Genomics Forum: The Four D's of Artificial Intelligence
DESCRIPTION:In light of current public health challenges\, Genome BC has made the decision to cancel our 2020 Genomics Forum\, scheduled for April 30th. \nHowever\, the subject of artificial intelligence and genomics remains very important to us and we intend to hold a Genomics Forum on this topic as soon as it makes sense to do so. We are not only committed to the topic\, but also to the format and the excellent group of panelists we have identified. It will truly make for an exciting and engaging event. \nIn the meantime\, thank you for your interest in Genome BC’s Genomics Forum. We look forward to seeing you at our events in the future. \n 
URL:https://www.genomebc.ca/events/2020-genomics-forum-the-four-ds-of-artificial-intelligence/
LOCATION:Vancouver Convention Center (West)\, 1055 Canada Place\, Vancouver\, BC V6C 0C3\, Vancouver\, V6C 0C3\, CA
CATEGORIES:Genomics Forum Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200312T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200312T193000
DTSTAMP:20200313T030841Z
CREATED:20200210T232157Z
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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
CATEGORIES:Genome BC Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Genome British Columbia":MAILTO:events@genomebc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191127T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191127T203000
DTSTAMP:20191128T030802Z
CREATED:20191118T182837Z
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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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ORGANIZER;CN="Genome British Columbia":MAILTO:events@genomebc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191126T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191126T204500
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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:20191024T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191024T190000
DTSTAMP:20240404T132703Z
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SUMMARY:Don Rix Distinguished Keynote Address 2019:  "We are not alone: The Human Microbiome in Health and Disease"
DESCRIPTION:Inside and out\, our bodies host trillions of microscopic organisms comprised of bacteria\, archaea\, fungi\, and viruses. This is the human microbiota and your microbiome is all the genes your microbiota contains. We share a symbiotic relationship with these organisms and they play an important role in our health and disease. \nA pioneer and global leader in genomic medicine\, Dr. Claire M. Fraser is one of the most highly cited investigators in microbiology. In 1995\, Dr. Fraser was the first to map the complete genetic code of a free-living organism — Haemophilus influenza — the bacterium that causes lower respiratory tract infections and meningitis in infants and young children. She helped launch the new field of microbial genomics and revolutionized the way microbiology has been studied. She and her team also sequenced the bacteria behind syphilis and Lyme disease\, as well as the first plant genome and the first human-pathogenic parasite. Her work also helped identify the source of a deadly 2001 anthrax attack in one of the biggest investigations conducted by U.S. law enforcement. \nGenome BC was pleased to present Claire M. Fraser as the 2019 Don Rix Distinguished Keynote speaker. Join us as she discusses the structure and function of the human microbiome and the role it plays in health and disease. \nAn engaging Q&A session with the audience will follow the talk. This event is free of charge; however\, seating is limited and will reach capacity. Early registration is recommended. Genome 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 immediately should you need to cancel. \nFollow the Twitter conversation at #DRDK2019 \nThursday\, October 24th\, 2019\n4:00-4:30pm Registration\n4:30-6:00pm Keynote Address and Q&A\n6:00 – 7:00pm Reception \n 
URL:https://www.genomebc.ca/events/2019-don-rix-distinguished-keynote-address-we-are-not-alone-the-human-microbiome-in-health-and-disease-3/
LOCATION:Vancouver Convention Centre West Building\, 1055 Canada Place Rooms 220-222\, Vancouver\, BC\, Vancouver\, CA
CATEGORIES:Don Rix Distinguished Keynote
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191021T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191021T180000
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SUMMARY:Gairdner Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Dr. Michael Hayden\, Centre for Molecular Medicine and Therapeutics\, University of British Columbia \nThis free inspiring public lecture will feature: \n\nDr. Ronald Vale\n\nRecipient of the Canada Gairdner International Award 2019 \n“For the landmark discovery of the motor protein kinesin and pioneering the understanding of its mechanism of action in driving cellular movement processes including cell division and intracellular transport.” \nProfessor\, Cellular Molecular Pharmacology University of California\, San Francisco; Investigator\, Howard Hughes Medical Institute \n\nDr. Bruce Stillman\n\nRecipient of the Canada Gairdner International Award 2019 \n“For their pioneering research on the eukaryotic DNA replication cycles including initiation\, regulation and responses to DNA damage.” \nPresident\, Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory\, Cold Spring Harbor\, New York \n  \nPlease see Vancouver Gairdner symposium  for more information. \nPlease see Gairdner Foundation for more information about the Gairdner Foundation. \nFor questions or more information please contact Jessica at jshum@cmmt.ubc.ca
URL:https://www.genomebc.ca/events/gairdner-symposium-2/
LOCATION:Life Sciences Institute\, Lecture Theatre 2 (LSC 2)\, UBC\, 2350 Health Sciences Mall\, Vancouver
CATEGORIES:Life Sciences Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190924T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190924T210000
DTSTAMP:20240404T133145Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190611T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190611T160000
DTSTAMP:20250125T171642Z
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SUMMARY:CPTP Webinar: One billion pieces of data and growing: Canada’s Living Population Laboratory Overview\, Case Studies & Access Guide
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will provide an overview of the Canadian Partnership for Tomorrow Project (CPTP) —Canada’s largest population study of more than 320\,000 Canadians in six regional cohorts across the country — that allows researchers to explore how genetics\, environment\, lifestyle and behaviour interact and contribute to the development of cancer and other chronic diseases. \n  \nThe CPTP is a population study that maintains harmonized and de-identified self-reported data\, physical and biochemical measures\, and includes genomic profiles from participants who have consented to linkage to provincial and national administrative health databases. This allows researchers to tackle challenging questions at a lower cost\, in less time and with more certain conclusions. \n  \nResearchers are already integrating CPTP data into their own studies\, generating valuable insights that may enable earlier detection\, monitoring\, and inform future interventions. Two case studies will explore how CPTP participant data is linked with cancer data to better understand disease risk\, and another that linked participant and environment data to study gene-by-environment interactions. \n  \nClick here to register and learn more about CPTP’s capability to leverage massive datasets for population health research and how to access this data through the CPTP Portal. \n  \nDr. Philip Awadalla joined CPTP as Principal Investigator in 2009\, initially as the Director of the CARTaGENE study in Quebec until March of 2015 and then as the Director the Ontario Health Study in July 2015. He was named National Scientific Director of CPTP in March 2018. Dr. Awadalla is a Director of Computational Biology at the Ontario Institute for Cancer Research (OICR)\, and is the Director of Genome Canada’s Canadian Data Integration Centre. He is also a Professor of Population and Medical Genomics at the University of Toronto. \n  \nWebinar registration: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_AyQ3fV2BRBGh_1JF3SGglQ
URL:https://www.genomebc.ca/events/cptp-webinar-one-billion-pieces-of-data-and-growing-canadas-living-population-laboratory-overview-case-studies-access-guide/
CATEGORIES:Life Sciences Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190530T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190530T163000
DTSTAMP:20240322T035449Z
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SUMMARY:17th Annual Genomics Forum "Cannabis: Cultivating Knowledge\, Growing Innovation"
DESCRIPTION:Canada’s legalization of cannabis has heightened the need to understand more about the properties and applications of cannabinoids spurring an expanded interest in cannabis research and development. After decades of prohibition\, there is still much to learn about cannabis compared to other botanicals. Legalization introduces a whole new spectrum of cannabis opportunities beyond medical applications creating an urgent need for research to address gaps in knowledge on the effects and safety of cannabis as a whole — important areas of research that will help drive cannabis regulation.Genomics can aid in the area of cannabis research for enhanced production efficiency\, the creation of precision-designed varieties of cannabis capable of producing specific benefits\, and help understand individual variability in cannabis response. The Forum will also help explore the unique opportunity BC and Canada have to lead the world around research and application of genomic technologies in the Cannabis industry.Genome BC is pleased to invite you to attend our 17th Annual Genomics Forum “Cannabis: Cultivating Knowledge\, Growing Innovation.” Discussion at this year’s forum will examine topical issues surrounding cannabis under four unique areas:\n\nHuman Health: Genomics & Response to Cannabis\nCannabis Plant Genomics & Agrifood Sector\nRegulatory\, Legal\, & Ethical Aspects of Cannabis \nCommercial Opportunities\n\nJoin us. We look forward to your participation in a day of thought-provoking discussion with some of BC’s most engaged life and social sciences researchers\, government leaders\, and emerging industry partners.\nWe encourage you to share this invite with your colleagues\, partners or members of your team who might benefit from the discussion\, networking and collaboration opportunities. Seating is available on a first come\, first served basis.This is a no-cost event. As we are providing breakfast and lunch\, we ask that you only register if you are committed to attend. If you do register and are unable to attend\, please contact us in advance so we can adjust catering and/or extend space to others.  The agenda is available here. \n\nPLEASE NOTE:  Entry to the SBN Poster Contest is now closed
URL:https://www.genomebc.ca/events/17th-annual-genomics-forum-cannabis-cultivating-knowledge-growing-innovation/
LOCATION:UBC Life Sciences Centre\, 2350 Health Sciences Mall\, Vancouver\, BC V6T 1Z3\, Vancouver\, V6T 1Z3\, CA
CATEGORIES:Genomics Forum Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20190328T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20190328T200000
DTSTAMP:20190329T030502Z
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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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ORGANIZER;CN="Genome British Columbia":MAILTO:events@genomebc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20190312T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20190312T193000
DTSTAMP:20190313T030533Z
CREATED:20190116T194102Z
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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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ORGANIZER;CN="Genome British Columbia":MAILTO:events@genomebc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20190220T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20190220T203000
DTSTAMP:20190221T040504Z
CREATED:20190111T195026Z
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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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ORGANIZER;CN="Genome British Columbia":MAILTO:events@genomebc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20181022T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20181022T173000
DTSTAMP:20181022T203845Z
CREATED:20181004T030458Z
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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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ORGANIZER;CN="Genome British Columbia":MAILTO:events@genomebc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20181022T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20181022T180000
DTSTAMP:20180815T224252Z
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SUMMARY:Gairdner Symposium
DESCRIPTION:This free inspiring public lecture will feature: \n\nProf. Azim Surani\n\nRecipient of the Canada Gairdner International Award 2018 \n“For the discovery of mammalian genomic imprinting that causes parent-of-origin specific gene expression and its consequences for development and disease.” \nDirector of Germline and Epigenetics Research\, Wellcome Trust Cancer Research UK Gurdon Institute; Marshall-Walton Professor\, University of Cambridge \n\nDr. Christopher Murray\n\nRecipient of the John Dirks Canada Gairdner Global Health Award 2018 \n“For ground-breaking work in conceptualizing and quantifying the Global Burden of Disease.” \nDirector of the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME); Professor of Global Health\, University of Washington \nPlease see Vancouver Gairdner symposium  for more information. \nPlease see Gairdner Foundation for more information about the Gairdner Foundation. \nFor questions or more information please contact Seetha at skumaran@cmmt.ubc.ca
URL:https://www.genomebc.ca/events/gairdner-symposium/
LOCATION:Life Sciences Institute\, Lecture Theatre 2 (LSC 2)\, UBC\, 2350 Health Sciences Mall\, Vancouver
CATEGORIES:Life Sciences Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20180919T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20180919T190000
DTSTAMP:20240404T133946Z
CREATED:20180609T030530Z
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SUMMARY:Don Rix Distinguished Keynote Address 2018: Serving up Science: Plant Genomics and the Future of Food
DESCRIPTION:Genome BC was pleased to present Pamela Ronald as the 2018 Don Rix Distinguished Keynote speaker on. In her keynote: “Serving up Science: Plant Genomics and the Future of Food\,” plant geneticist Pamela Ronald explained how genomic approaches are being used to produce the next generation of crops. Genetic engineering of crops\, the marker-assisted breeding approaches of today and the genome editing of tomorrow are examples of a continuum of new technologies aimed at helping farmers produce food in a productive and ecologically-based manner. \nPamela Ronald’s Bio:  \nPamela Ronald is a Distinguished Professor in the Department of Plant Pathology and the Genome Center at the University of California\, Davis. She serves as founding Director of the Institute for Food and Agricultural Literacy at UC Davis. She is a visiting Professor in Stanford’s Center for Food Security and the Environment. \nPamela Ronald studies rice genes that control resistance to disease and tolerance to environmental stress. Ronald and colleagues received the 2008 USDA National Research Initiative Discovery Award and the 2012 Tech Award for innovative use of technology to benefit humanity. In 2014 she was named one of the world’s most influential scientific minds by Thomson Reuters\, in 2015 was selected by Scientific American as one of the world’s 100 most influential people in biotechnology and in 2016 was named one of the 50 innovators and visionaries who will lead us toward a more sustainable future by Grist magazine. She is co-author of Tomorrow’s Table: Organic Farming\, Genetics\, and the Future of Food. Her 2015 TED talk has been viewed by more than 1.5 million people and translated into 24 languages. \n 
URL:https://www.genomebc.ca/events/2018-don-rix-distinguished-keynote-address-serving-up-science-plant-genomics-and-the-future-of-food/
LOCATION:Vancouver Convention Centre West Building\, 1055 Canada Place Rooms 220-222\, Vancouver\, BC\, Vancouver\, CA
CATEGORIES:Don Rix Distinguished Keynote
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20180618T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20180618T193000
DTSTAMP:20180619T030534Z
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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
CATEGORIES:Genome BC Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20180524T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20180524T163000
DTSTAMP:20240322T035530Z
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SUMMARY:16th Annual Genomics Forum "Advancing Health Outcomes"
DESCRIPTION:Genome BC is pleased to invite BC’s life sciences community to attend our 16th Annual Genomics Forum!  This year’s forum\, “Advancing Health Outcomes” will highlight some of the important genomics research happening in BC’s Health Sector and features International Keynote Speakers from the UK\, France and Australia.  This engaging scientific event promises to provide a full day of interactive content for over 200 of BC’s most engaged life science researchers\, as well as end-users and government leaders while providing networking and collaboration opportunities.   We strongly encourage your attendance as well as your team members including grad students\, post docs and project managers. This forum will be helpful to all current and future researchers. This is a no-cost event with breakfast and lunch provided.\nAn agenda for the event can be found here.\nResearch Exchange 2018 Poster Competition \nAs part of Genomics Forum 2018\, graduate students are invited to present their research poster to the life sciences community in BC.Hosted by Genome BC and the Student Biotech Network (SBN)\, the poster competition will feature an impressive display of graduate\, post-doctoral and platform technology research posters in disciplines across the life sciences (not just genomics).Judges from across the life sciences sector will determine the top three presentations. Cash prizes will be awarded.Entries for the poster competition must be registered in advance. Complete info can be found on their website: www.thesbn.ca.
URL:https://www.genomebc.ca/events/16th-annual-genomics-forum-advancing-health-outcomes/
LOCATION:UBC Pharmaceutical Sciences Building\, 2405 Wesbrook Mall\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6T 1Z3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Genomics Forum Events
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