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Congratulations to Dr. Raquel Cuella Martin on receiving Gairdner Foundation Early Career Investigator Award

Congratulations to Dr. Raquel Cuella Martin on receiving the prestigious Gairdner Foundation Early Career Investigator Award. As an Assistant Professor of Human Genetics at , Dr. Cuella Martin is pushing the boundaries of science with her lab, which uses precision genome editing to tackle complex biological problems.

Published: 3 Oct 2024

News | Génome Québec invests up to $500,000 to boost RNA therapeutics innovation in Quebec

Génome Québec invests up to $500,000 to boost RNA therapeutics innovation in Quebec

Génome Québec, a private, non-profit organization dedicated to advancing genomics research and innovation in Quebec, is investing up to $500,000 in ’s D2R Initiative. This investment will advance the commercialization of innovative genomic technologies in Quebec through D2R’s Commercialization Priming funding program.

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Published: 2 Oct 2024

Event | Genes, genealogy, and geography: A genetic history of Quebec | Oct 3, 2024

Join Health Centre's next “Medical Genetics Grand Rounds”

The founder effect, which is observed in certain regions of Quebec, can increase susceptibility to rare disease. This stems from the fact that these communities were founded by populations that were already related.

Published: 26 Sep 2024

Event | Indigenous Perspectives on Truth and Reconciliation in Post-Secondary Education | Sept 30, 2024

In honour of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, 's School of Continuing Studies is organizing an online panel discussion on Truth and Reconciliation within the post-secondary education system.

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Title: Indigenous Perspectives on Truth and Reconciliation in Post-Secondary Education

Date & Time: Monday September 30, 2024 from 12-1pm

Format: On Zoom

Published: 24 Sep 2024

News | D2R awards $7.3 million to Advance Research in Genomic-Based RNA Therapeutics

D2R awards $7.3 million to Advance Research in Genomic-Based RNA Therapeutics

Montreal – September 17, 2024  ’s D2R initiative is proud to announce the 23 recipients of its inaugural funding programs, Foundational Projects and Research in Motion. With a total investment of $7.3 million, these awards mark a significant milestone in advancing the field of genomic-based RNA therapeutics.

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Published: 17 Sep 2024

News | Pleins feux sur la technologie ARN | La Presse

A recent article in La Presse, Pleins feux sur la technologie ARN, highlights how Quebec's life sciences sector is experiencing a significant revival with the creation of an RNA hub.

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Published: 13 Sep 2024

D2R Funding Opportunity | Core Platform Sustainability & Centres and Institutes Support

D2R | DNA to RNA, the research initiative at that is taking an inclusive Canadian approach to genomic-based RNA therapeutics is offering two new funding opportunities:

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Published: 26 Aug 2024

Event | Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Workshop | Sept 23 at 10:30am

In this collaborative session you will learn about the value of Diversity Equity & Inclusion in the Institute of Genomic Medicine, how to access relevant resources through services, and discuss real case studies to explore the ways services and best practices can be applied to your workplace.

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Title: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Workshop

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Published: 22 Aug 2024

Podcast | The Canadian Breakpoint with special guest Dr. Thomas Duchaine

In a recent episode of The Canadian Breakpoint podcast, Dr. Rupeena Purewal sits down with Dr. Thomas Duchaine, Director of 's Centre for RNA Sciences, to talk about the transformative potential of mRNA medicines. The episode explores how mRNA is emerging as a versatile therapeutic modality, with potential from vaccines to personalized medicine.

Published: 22 Aug 2024

Event | Diet, Bodyweight and Cancer Risk - 2024 GCI Gairdner Symposium | Oct. 17-18, 2024

The 2024 Gairdner Symposium "Diet, Bodywieght and Cancer Risk", will be hosted by a world-leader in oncometabolism research, the Rosalind and Morris Goodman Cancer Institute.

Published: 22 Aug 2024

Event | Vous êtes intéressés par les thérapies ARN ? | Sept 12, 2024

Find out more about AReNa - the Mobilizing RNA Project, and explore how you can contribute to the growth of Quebec's RNA industry!

This event will take place on Thursday September 12, 2024 and is being organized by CQDM.

Published: 21 Aug 2024

News | Marking a new era in advancing genomic research at

The community, including researchers in genomic medicine and the health sciences, came together in July 2024 to mark the next phase of one of the University’s most rapidly growing disciplines and celebrate the generosity that is making it possible. 

Published: 19 Aug 2024

Article | "The 60-year evolution of lipid nanoparticles for nucleic acid delivery" in Nature Reviews Drug Discovery

Discover how lipid nanoparticles are transforming gene therapy in a new article co-authored by Pieter Cullis, Professor, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at The University of British Columbia.

Published: 11 Jul 2024

News | The Victor Phillip Dahdaleh Institute of Genomic Medicine is named as a Host Institution of GA4GH

In a press release published by the Global Alliance for Genomics and Health (GA4GH), it was announced that the Victor Phillip Dahdaleh Institute of Genomic Medicine at has joined the alliance as a Host Institution. GA4GH is a not-for-profit alliance uniting the international community dedicated to advancing human health through genomic data.

Published: 20 Jun 2024

Video | How genomic medicine is transforming healthcare

Imagine a world where your unique genetic makeup can be used to tailor your medical care, and where illnesses and disease are treated with pinpoint accuracy.

Published: 13 Jun 2024

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