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D2R Webinar: Advancements in Genomics, Ï㽶ÊÓƵ and Nanomedicine

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 14:00to16:00

Join D2R for a virtual webinar where we delve into the forefront of Ï㽶ÊÓƵ and genomics research with experts from McGill and UBC. Discover cutting-edge advancements and insights directly from the researchers shaping the future of nanomedicine, Ï㽶ÊÓƵ therapy development, and genomic innovation.

Presentations will include:

  • Advancements in Genomic Research by Ioannis Ragoussis, Head of Genome Sciences, McGill Genome Centre
    • Advances in genome analysis technologies facilitate the analysis of genomes and transcriptomes at unprecedented resolution, while also becoming applicable in the field of Ï㽶ÊÓƵ therapeutics production. We will discuss fourth generation long read sequencing technologies for the analysis of single DNA and Ï㽶ÊÓƵ molecules, as well as advances in technologies to deliver the cost effective and highly accurate sequence of genomes. Finally, we will discuss how the development of single cell and spatial genomics technologies in combination with the new sequencing technologies enable new insights into organism biology.
  • McGill's platforms in Ï㽶ÊÓƵ Therapeutic Development and the new DePTAQ Services NetworkÌýby Thomas Duchaine, Founding Director of McGill’s Centre for Ï㽶ÊÓƵ Sciences
    • Prof. Duchaine will feature the technology platforms that will translate discovery in Ï㽶ÊÓƵ at McGill in the genome-oriented precision therapeutics as part ofÌýD2RÌýprograms. He will further introduce new partnerships in Ï㽶ÊÓƵ therapeutics and bioproduction recently established within the province.
  • Nanocore, unlocking the power of Nanomedicine by Pieter Cullis, Professor, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of British Columbia
    • This presentation will consist of two parts, first an overview of the lipid nanoparticle technology that continues to unlock the revolutionary potential of gene therapies by Pieter Cullis (15 min) and then a description of NanoCore by Karen Chan (20 min) including the services it provides and a brief summary of some of the projects it has undertaken. A background reference to the evolution of LNPs can be found at the link:

Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with leaders in the field and gain insights that could help your research. This event is open to D2R community members doing Ï㽶ÊÓƵ-related research.

Confirmation emails will be provided to registered participants a few days before the event.

Agenda (Times shown below are in EDT)

14:00-14:05

Welcome & introductions
byÌýPhilippe Gros, Deputy Vice-President, Research and Innovation, McGill

14:05-14:25

Advancements in Genomic Research
by Ioannis Ragoussis, Head of Genome Sciences, McGill Genome Centre

14:25-14:45

McGill's platforms in Ï㽶ÊÓƵ Therapeutic Development and the new DePTAQ Services Network
by Thomas Duchaine, Founding Director of McGill’s Centre for Ï㽶ÊÓƵ Sciences

14:45-14:50 Break
14:50-15:50

NanoCore, unlocking the power of Nanomedicine
by Pieter Cullis, Professor, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of British Columbia

15:50-16:00 Closing remarks

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