Upcoming Events

College of Biological Science Graduate Student Symposium (CBS GSS) is a college level student-run conference which provides a platform for graduate students to present their research through posters and presentations. This event provides an opportunity for graduate students to familiarize themselves with the studies of their fellow researchers within the college and to forge meaningful connections to build their networks. This  event will feature multiple sessions of grad student talks, a delicious catered lunch, inspiring keynote speakers, an afternoon poster session and an...

We look forward to you joining us as we interactively:  1. Increase awareness of the value and importance of greater equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility in CBS courses 2. Encourage discussions and explore the current state-of-affairs amongst peers and colleagues about experiences with equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility in the classroom regarding both content and pedagogies 3. Support the development of priorities and strategies for incorporating equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility in the classroom at the...

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This year's keynote speaker is Dr. Jaideep Bains, director of the Krembil Research Institute, who will speak about "Synapses, Circuits and Stress." Bains' research focuses on how the brain responds to stress, focusing on using various approaches to look at how the molecular, hormonal and behavioural changes elicited by stress will effect how the brain will respond to future stressors.  We encourage one student from every lab to register for an oral presentation, and anyone else who wishes to present to register for a poster. ...

The University of Guelph’s College of Biological Science will be hosting the Gairdner Microbiome Symposium on June 20, 2024, in partnership with the Gairdner Foundation. Registration information coming soon.  The day-long event will feature three speakers including: Dr. Jack Gilbert, Professor of the Department of Pediatrics and Scripps Institute of Oceanography at the University of California San Diego, President of Applied Microbiology International and winner of the 2023 IFF Microbiome Science Prize Dr. Elena...

Save the date!  The third annual Healthy Cities Conference will be held in tandem with the International Circular Economy Hotspot, which will be held June 24-27 on the U of G campus.  As cities worldwide continue to expand, there is a pressing need for new perspectives and innovative solutions to address the complex problems that arise. Attendees of this conference will gain insights into today’s challenges and potential solutions for fostering...

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