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🔍 Join Innovation OnBoard UofT for a workshop with Prof. Dan Richards, an award-winning professor at the Rotman School of Management. His MBA course, Fintech Strategy & Marketing, has been the launchpad for over 100 founders of fintech scaleups.
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📅 Tuesday, Oct 21 | 4:30–7:00 PM
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Dear Undergrads,
Have you been considering graduate school once you finish your degree?
We are excited to invite you to the Department of Molecular Genetics’ upcoming Info Sessions. These events are a great opportunity to learn more about pursuing graduate studies in Molecular Genetics at the University of Toronto.
We will cover admissions requirements, tips for putting together a strong application, and what to expect as part of our research community. You will also have the chance to ask questions about student life, research opportunities, and program support.
Whether you attend online, in person, or both, these sessions will help guide your next steps in applying to graduate school.
Online Info Session
Date: Tuesday, October 21, 2025 | 12:00 PM ET (1 hour)
In-Person Info Session
Date: Thursday, October 23, 2025 | 3:00–6:00 PM ET
Location: Medical Sciences Building, University of Toronto, Room 4284
1 King’s College Circle Room. Toronto, ON M5S 3K3
We look forward to seeing you. For any questions, feel free to reach out to us at mgy.info@utoronto.ca.
TLDR: Adventures in Science is recruiting Junior Directors, Logistic Coordinators, and Mentors for the upcoming year! The application deadline has been extended to Sunday, October 14, 2025 at 11:59 PM.
Adventures in Sciences (AIS) is a mentorship program affiliated with the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Medicine all about scientific communication and discovery, and we are excited to be entering the 13th year of our program. Each year, AIS recruits medical and graduate mentors to work with a group of over 200 high school students.
As a mentor, you would be paired with another medical/graduate student to mentor a group of grade 11–12 students to work on a longitudinal science project (LSP) that will eventually be shared with a classroom of elementary school students around Toronto at the end of the academic year. For more information, please refer to this document: https://docs.google.com/
We are also recruiting for the AIS Junior Director positions (1 medical student & 1 graduate student)! This position is a 2-year term. In the first year (2025–2026), you will work closely with the Senior Directors to lead the program under their guidance. During the second year (2026–2027), Junior Directors graduate to Senior Directors and continue to lead the program with a year’s experience under their belt. For more information, please refer to this document: https://docs.google.com/
Finally, we are also recruiting for Logistics Coordinators(2 positions) who will be responsible for coordinating all the virtual aspects of the hybrid programming with the directors.
AIS is a fabulous experience to work on your scientific communication, teamwork, and teaching skills, while getting to know fellow students in the field and inspiring the next generation.
Mentor applications: https://forms.gle/
Junior Director applications: https://forms.gle/
Logistic Coordinator applications: https://forms.gle/SZwpjnSwW1ntcR5c7
All applications are due Tuesday, October 14th, 2025 at 11:59 PM EST.
If you have any questions, please email us at utadventuresinscience@gmail.
Workshops
Give Effective Academic Presentations
Monday, October 6, 4:00-5:30 pm
Build Academic Confidence and Overcome Imposterism
Thursday, October 9, 12:00–1:15 pm
Monday, October 20, 12:00-1:15 pm
Thursday, October 23, 1:00-2:15 pm
Fall Reading Week Programming
Watch for upcoming information on our Reading Week Morning Writing Sprints!
Ongoing Weekly Writing Groups and Productivity Groups
Grad students in all disciplines are welcome in these supportive, positive, popular sessions.
Links in program titles are active.
Join a weekly group. See the schedule.
Email gwg@utoronto.ca to register.
Grad Productivity Groups – Actually Work From Home!
Log in using this link to browse and register for any group, anytime.
Accessibility Sections: GWG-A & GPG-A – inquire at as.learning@utoronto.ca.
Join our Listserv!
Graduate students, staff and faculty are invited to join Grad Student Success to receive regular, advanced notice of workshops and programming designed specifically for graduate and second-entry professional students.
Grad Programming Inquiries: Dr. Andrea Graham ak.graham@utoronto.ca
Folio (Registration System) Inquiries: folio@utoronto.ca.
One year. $50,000. The Path for Changemakers.
Applications for Cohort 11 of the Pathy Foundation Fellowship are open until November 15th!
This 12-month experiential learning program is rooted in youth leadership and community engagement. Each year, up to 12 Fellows receive:
· $50,000 in funding
· Comprehensive training and mentorship
· The opportunity to lead a self-directed initiative in any field, sector, or community
Learn more and start your application by visiting the Pathy Foundation Fellowship website.
Dear members of the Institute of Biomedical Engineering,
We hope this new academic year has been going as smoothly as possible for all of you!
We are Let’s Talk Science at the University of Toronto St. George campus. We are a non-profit outreach program affiliated with the university dedicated to cultivating curiosity in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields for youth (Kindergarten to grade 12) through free hands-on activities in classrooms across the GTA (opportunities in English & French) and on our campus.
We are now recruiting members of the University of Toronto community such as yourself with a passion for STEM fields and sharing this interest with youth across the GTA. If you think this might be you, we invite you to complete the following form to sign-up for our upcoming orientation sessions by Wednesday October 8, 2025, at 5:30pm. To find out more about us, we invite you to visit our website at https://letstalkscience.ca/outreach/utsg.
Thank you all very much and we look forward to meeting you soon!
On behalf of:
Alexander, Jennifer, Sandhya, and SwapnaSite Coordinators of Let’s Talk Science at the University of Toronto (St. George)
We’re excited to share an incredible volunteer opportunity with the Saturday Program (U of T – St. George Campus), the largest community outreach initiative under the U of T Medical Society. Since 1996, our program has provided free tutoring and mentorship to help high school students in Toronto—many from underrepresented or marginalized communities—discover their potential and achieve their educational goals.
We are looking for students looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of youth, and develop themselves along the way. By joining the program you will:
- Build leadership and teaching skills through hands-on tutoring and mentorship.
- Develop cultural competence and communication skills by working with diverse student populations.
- Collaborate with peers across healthcare disciplines (medicine, dentistry, nursing, pharmacy, and more).
- Gain verifiable volunteer experience with opportunities to connect with community partners and healthcare professionals.
Volunteering with the Saturday Program is more than community service—it’s a chance to grow as a mentor, strengthen professional skills, and become part of a vibrant U of T tradition of equity and empowerment.
What is the time commitment?
The program runs from January 10th, 2026 to March 28th, 2026 and will run for 10 Saturdays. Each session is held in the Medical Sciences Building and goes from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM. Each volunteer must attend at least 8/10 sessions to be eligible for CCR and volunteer verification.
If you are interested in volunteering with us, please fill out the application form HERE by October 4th at 11:59 PM.
Please don’t hesitate to email us at saturday.program@gmail.com if you have any questions. You can also reach out for us through these other platforms:
Instagram: @saturday.program
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/saturdayprogram
Thank you for supporting us in building the next generation of learners and leaders.
On behalf of the organizing committee, it is our pleasure to invite you to the first Canadian Conference in Organoid Research (CANCOR) / Conférence Canadienne sur la Recherche Organoïde (CCRO), which will be held on November 5-6, 2025, in London, ON, Canada. This event aims to bring together leading researchers, clinicians, and industry experts to discuss the latest advancements in organoid development and patient-derived 3D cell modelling for studying human health and disease. Based on the nature of organoid research and its applicability to patient-focused care, it is critical to include healthcare providers and policymakers and consider EDI concerns in integrating and using organoids from under-represented populations.
The program will feature:
- Keynote presentations from world-renowned experts
- Sessions on cutting-edge 3D model systems and translational applications
- Opportunities for networking and collaboration across disciplines and sectors
Our special keynote speaker will be Dr. Hans Clevers, Director of the Institute of Human Biology and one of the world’s leading researchers on stem cells and their potential for regenerative therapy.
We would be honored to have your participation at this event, which promises to be an engaging forum for knowledge exchange and scientific advancement. Abstract submission and registration are now open at https://www.westernorganoids.ca/cancor-ccro.
Abstract submission will close on October 5th. We are providing a number of awards to offset costs for trainees and there will be six oral presentation slots for trainees chosen from submitted abstracts.
Call for Extended Abstracts: CVIS 2025
We are excited to announce the 11th Annual Conference on Vision and Intelligent Systems (CVIS 2025), a free conference on December 15–16, 2025. CVIS 2025 brings together academia and industry to promote the advancement of AI, computer vision, and imaging technologies. We invite you to join us and contribute to this vibrant community. CVIS 2025 is hosted at the University of Waterloo and is free for all to attend. For more information, visit the CVIS 2025 website.
Submission Details
We are now accepting submissions of extended abstracts (1–6 double-column pages, excluding references). The submission portal opens on October 1, 2025, and all abstracts must be submitted via OpenReview.
The submission deadline is Friday, November 14, 2025, at 23:59 EST.
Topics of Interest
We welcome submissions that cover a wide range of topics, including but not limited to:
- Machine Learning & AI: Deep learning, generative AI, object detection, classification, and segmentation.
- Image Processing: Reconstruction, restoration, enhancement, compression, and visual quality assessment.
- 3D Vision: 3D and stereoscopic imaging and reconstruction.
- Multispectral & Video Analysis: Video processing, biometrics, and multispectral imaging.
- Computational Imaging: Including document and sign processing.
- Ethics in AI: Fairness, accountability, transparency, and ethics for intelligent systems.
- Applications: Robotics, Remote sensing, health monitoring, medical imaging, consumer electronics, and manufacturing.
Important Dates
- Submission Deadline: Friday, November 14, 2025 @ 23:59 EST
- Author Notification: Monday, December 1, 2025 @ 23:59 EST
- Conference Dates: December 15–16, 2025
Accepted papers may be published in a special issue of the Journal of Computational Vision and Imaging Systems.
We look forward to seeing you at CVIS 2025!
Are you an academic trainee (Post-doc / PhD / MBA / MD / JD / MSc / PharmD) eager to build a life science startup? 🚀 Nucleate’s Activator program is your opportunity to transform your research into a groundbreaking venture.
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- With a Technology as an Inventor: Bio 🧬 (therapeutics, diagnostics, or tools) or Eco 🌿 Tracks (food & agriculture, chemicals & energy, or consumer products)
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Application Deadline: October 20th, 2025
Check out the attached flyer for the program overview!
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