Intellectual property and in particular patents remain a cornerstone of innovation and commercialization in the life sciences. This session offers a practical overview of the patent system, tailored to the realities of research and development in academic and start-up environments in the life sciences.
Tuesday, May 5, 2026 10:00to11:30
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Friday, May 8, 2026 10:00to11:00
Optimising industry funding: overview of programs to leverage industry funds
McGill University’s Office of Industry Partnerships invites Faculty members and research administration staff to a McGill-led information session designed to provide an overview of available funding opportunities for leveraging industry funding and for collaborations with industry.
Why attend?
This session will provide information for both, faculty and administrators about:
Wednesday, May 13, 2026 17:00to19:30
In an effort to support D2R researchers in meaningfully incorporating the principles of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) into their research design and research practice, the D2R EDI Community of Practice fortrainees is organizing an event to discuss and problem solve through common EDI mistakes in the context of RNA research. In this event, four speakers will share anecdotes on major EDI pitfalls they have encountered and strategies others can use to prevent them in the future. Together, we will discuss common pitfalls in a collaborative and low-pressure environment.
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Friday, May 15, 2026 02:00to03:00
McGill University’s Office of Industry Partnerships, in collaboration with the Office of Sponsored Research and Research Financial Management Services, invites Faculty members and research administration staff to a McGill-led Mitacs information session designed to support you in planning and managing successful Mitacs applications.
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