Monday, Nov. 25, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Gardiner Centre, Signal Hill Campus

Learn how communicating with different personalities, performance coaching and team building techniques will help you lead your team to higher productivity. In person from Nov. 25-29.

As a supervisor, you strive to cultivate a work environment that acknowledges the importance of performance coaching, communications and team building. Knowing how to communicate with employees, while respecting the diversity of the individuals in your team, is key to building a successful and effective team. This module will help you to understand your varied roles as leader, team builder and communicator, and equip you with tools and techniques to develop a productive and motivated team.

This is a module in the Supervisory Management Skills Program.

REGISTER HERE

Presented by Gardiner Centre

Monday, Nov. 25, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Memorial University

For the seventh year in a row, Memorial is illuminating its researchers and their innovative work during its flagship research event.

Research Week 2024 takes place Nov. 25-29.

Get ready to be inspired by the creative and engaging work being led by our research community.

The goal of Research Week is to celebrate and raise awareness of Memorial’s internationally renowned research expertise and encourage more multidisciplinary collaboration among the research community.

Check out what’s happening this year.

We recognize November is a busy time of the year and that organizing an event during this time may not work for everyone. With that in mind, you are invited to host spin-off Research Week sessions, or Research Spotlight events, in the new year at times more convenient for you and your team.

Presented by Memorial University

Monday, Nov. 25, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Online

The 2024 Fall Online Symposium of the Network on Persistent, Emerging, and Organic Pollution in the Environment (PEOPLE Network) will be held on November 25-26, 2024. This symposium is dedicated to student researchers and young professionals and focuses on “Emerging Contaminants and Hazardous & Noxious Substances: Seeking Solutions for a Climate-Challenged World”. We invite you all to join us virtually. Find more information here 

Presented by PEOPLE Network

Monday, Nov. 25, 12-1 p.m.

Online

In the fall of 2020, NL SUPPORT’s Patient and Public Advisory Council expressed concerns regarding the impact of pandemic restrictions in long-term care facilities. These concerns led to a research project investigating the effect of restrictions on the mental and physical well-being of long-term care residents and their visitors. In this session on November 25, the project team will share their survey findings and the experience of conducting NL SUPPORT’s first-ever ‘patient-initiated research’ project. Click here to register.

Presented by NL SUPPORT

Monday, Nov. 25, 1-4:30 p.m.

Online; IIC-2014, Bruneau Centre for Research and Innovation

Department of Biochemistry; Titled: ENZYMATIC INCORPORATION OF DOCOSAHEXAENOIC ACID (DHA) AND EICOSAPENTAENOIC ACID (EPA) INTO MEDIUM CHAIN TRIACYLGLYCEROL (MCT) OIL AND VIRGIN COCONUT OIL (VCO): POSITIONAL DISTRIBUTION AND OXIDATIVE STABILITY OF STRUCTURED LIPID PRODUCTS

https://mun.webex.com/mun/j.php?MTID=mdadb7b6949a97a4776584ddd48a7ca24

Presented by School of Graduate Studies

Monday, Nov. 25, 2:30-4:30 p.m.

CSF-1302

Researchers interested in interdisciplinary collaboration are invited to participate in “A Minute For Science” –  co-hosted by the Faculty of Medicine and the Faculty of Science. This networking event presents a unique opportunity for faculty members to connect with researchers outside of their departments and to learn about research happening within these two faculties. Presenters will be given 60 seconds to talk about their work and opportunities for collaboration. The event will conclude with a coffee and networking break, providing possibilities for one-on-one follow up and discussion.

All are welcome to attend. Faculty who would like to present their research as part of this event can register here by November 20, 2024: https://bit.ly/2024aminuteforscience

Presented by Faculty of Medicine; Faculty of Science

Monday, Nov. 25, 3-4:30 p.m.

ED-4038

Are you researching climate change?  Health care policy? Local history and culture?

Check out what Memorial University of Newfoundland Folklore and Language Archive (MUNFLA) has to offer!

Our collection includes audiovisual, photographic, manuscript, and other materials devoted to the culture and traditional knowledge of the diverse groups who have called this province home over the course of its history.

Join us to meet our dedicated staff, peruse some of our most interesting and unique holdings, and learn how our collection could strengthen your own research.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Presented by MUNFLA

Monday, Nov. 25, 5-6 p.m.

ED-4008

This presentation examines Templestay, a short-term retreat program held for lay people at traditional Buddhist monasteries in South Korea. Templestay interfaces with Buddhist practice, business development and tourism projects, along with health and science initiatives. In 2013, the Chogye Order, the predominant sect of Korean Buddhism, commissioned a group of specialists in neuropsychiatry and in brain and cognitive sciences to conduct research on the program’s effectiveness in enhancing mental and physical well-being. What would have motivated such brain-centered research?

This study sheds light on how secularized religious practices can address the psychological predicaments of society and what is compromised in the process.

About the presenter:
Dr. Kyoim Yun is an associate professor in the Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures at the University of Kansas. An interdisciplinary scholar, she has published her research in journals for different fields such as Korean studies, folklore, anthropology, and ritual studies. As a Keeler Intra-University Professor hosted by the Department of Geography and Atmospheric Science in the spring of 2023, she developed a course called “Happiness in East Asia” and wrote an entry entitled “Geography of Happiness,” published in the Encyclopedia of Human Geography in fall 2024.

Presented by Departments of Anthropology, Archaeology and Folklore

Monday, Nov. 25, 7:30-9:30 p.m.

IIC-2001, Bruneau Centre for Research and Innovation

The Forgotten Warriors” is the unbelievable true story of the courageous last stand by Mi’kmaq activists from Conne River, NL. In 1983, a group of 9 individuals risked their lives by beginning a hunger strike in a desperate plea to government to release funds owed to them.  It was an act of courage and determination fuelled by a hunger for justice – justice for their families, for those who came before them, and for those who would come behind. Director Noel Joe narrates this compelling documentary and recounts the tale with first-hand commentary from the hunger strikers, those who assisted their efforts in 1983, as well as family members.

The film will be followed by a discussion panel with Traditional Chief Mi’sel Joe, Noel Joe and others. Sponsored by RFNL at the Faculty of Education.

Presented by Relationships First N.L.; Faculty of Education

Tuesday, Nov. 26, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

QC-4028

The upcoming Cultural Explorations: An Interdisciplinary Symposium on Humanity, hosted by the Departments of Anthropology, Archaeology, & Folklore, is marking the end of the ongoing Jamming Disciplines Symposia.

Graduate students from across Memorial University’s various campuses whose research aligns with Cultural Studies will be presenting at Queen’s College in room 4028 from 10 am to 3 pm, followed by graduate and undergraduate student posters in the Great Hall from 3 pm to 5 pm. All are welcome!

Presented by Departments of Anthropology, Archaeology and Folklore

Tuesday, Nov. 26, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

MED-2860

Are you ever unsure whether or not your study requires ethics approval? Are you in the process of submitting an ethics application for your study and don’t know where to begin?

Join the Health Research Ethics Authority (HREA) for a presentation that will help clarify when a study will require ethics approval and what will need to be included with an ethics application in order for it to be reviewed by the Health Research Ethics Board (HREB).

In this session, we will provide a brief history of the HREA in Newfoundland and Labrador before delving into a discussion about what makes a study “health research” and what elements of an application need to be submitted in order to be reviewed by the Health Research Ethics Board.

This session will be presented by HREA Ethics Officers Stacy Whittle and Alexandria Tobin in collaboration with Barbara Mason, Ethics Director, HREA and Kayla Bennett, Ethics Administrator, HREA.

Presented by Health Research Ethics Board

Tuesday, Nov. 26, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Online

The 2024 Fall Online Symposium of the Network on Persistent, Emerging, and Organic Pollution in the Environment (PEOPLE Network) will be held on November 25-26, 2024. This symposium is dedicated to student researchers and young professionals and focuses on “Emerging Contaminants and Hazardous & Noxious Substances: Seeking Solutions for a Climate-Challenged World”. We invite you all to join us virtually. Find more information here 

Presented by PEOPLE Network

Tuesday, Nov. 26, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Online

As part of Research Week 2024, SciVal is hosting a training session designed for graduate students and faculty.

In this session, you’ll learn about the functionalities of SciVal, a comprehensive tool for research impact analysis. Learn how to utilize SciVal’s robust analytics to enhance your research trajectory, determine and keep informed of new developments in your research areas, find new research networking opportunities, and gather the data to communicate the impact of your research. Register here.

Presented by Office of the Vice-President (Research); SciVal

Tuesday, Nov. 26, 12-2 p.m.

UC-3015

All students and graduates are welcome to attend this event on campus to network, learn about careers in the industry and pitch their skills and experiences to industry professionals from various companies that hire for science/environment/ sustainability (and many other) backgrounds.

During the event, groups of students and grads are matched up with participating industry professionals at tables. The industry professionals will move to another table approximately every seven minutes until everyone has been acquainted. Networking events provide an opportunity to meet new people, make connections, and build relationships that can lead to job opportunities! 

Nourishment/ refreshments will be provided following the speed networking portion of the event.

To learn more about companies attending/ register, please visit: https://crm.stuaff.mun.ca/eventspublic.htm?eventId=2128

Presented by Career Development Office

Tuesday, Nov. 26, 12-1 p.m.

IIC-2012, Bruneau Centre for Research and Innovation

Are you an undergraduate student at Memorial University considering further studies? Join us at our weekly drop-in information sessions to learn more about the opportunities awaiting you at the School of Graduate Studies! Students can come in at any time during the hour to ask questions about graduate programs, application processes, scholarships, and any other queries about pursuing graduate studies at Memorial University.

Coffee on us! No registration required. 

Presented by School of Graduate Studies

Tuesday, Nov. 26, 12-1:30 p.m.

Online

Paragraph Organization & Flow
Discusses reasons why paragraph organization is important in academic writing and ways to enhance the flow of a paragraph.

Date and Time: Tuesday, November 26, 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
Mode: Online
Registration Deadline: November 25

Register: https://mun.jotform.com/242634611845255

Presented by School of Graduate Studies; ESL in Grenfell Campus

Tuesday, Nov. 26, 12:30-2 p.m.

Online

How do you maximize the impact of your research? How do you describe anticipatory benefits and impact in grant applications? What are the ways you and your team demonstrate real-world changes?

Whether you’re in medicine, education, chemistry, engineering or history … join us as Dr. David Phipps, Director of Research Impact Canada, takes us through an online working session on RESEARCH IMPACT.

Dr. Phipps is the administrative lead for all research programs and their impacts on local and global communities at York University. He has received honours and awards from York University, the Canadian Association of Research Administrators, the Society for Research Administration International, the Institute for Knowledge Mobilization, International Network of Research Management Societies and the EU based Knowledge Economy Network.

He received the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal for his work in knowledge mobilization and research impact and was named the most influential knowledge mobilizer in Canada. He sits on knowledge mobilization committees around the world and is network director for Research Impact Canada.

Moderated by Grant Facilitators from the Faculty of Education, School of Pharmacy and the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences.

RSVP to lcharlong@mun.ca

Presented by Faculty of Education

Tuesday, Nov. 26, 1-4:30 p.m.

Online

Faculty of Medicine; Titled:

Inflammasomes, cell explosions, and pathogenesis: exploring the role of RNA virus-induced programmed cell death as a mechanism of protection or of viral pathogenesis

https://mun.webex.com/mun/j.php?MTID=m183753cf9281ef5b70d27c8c0021fd1a

Presented by School of Graduate Studies

Tuesday, Nov. 26, 1-2 p.m.

IIC-2014, Bruneau Centre for Research and Innovation

A professional résumé and cover letter are critical to securing an interview in today’s competitive job market! Learn how to market yourself effectively so you stand out and make a positive impression. This webinar will help you to prepare and tailor a resume and cover letter that clearly reflects your education, experience and skills to ensure that your documents are directly relevant to the position you are applying for.

Date and Time: Tuesday, November 26th, 2024, 1-2 pm NDT

Mode: In-Person

Location: Room IIC 2014 (Beatrice Watts Boardroom), Bruneau Centre for Research & Innovation, Memorial University

Presenter: Xin Wang, Senior Career Development Coordinator, School of Graduate Studies

Register: Developing a Successful Resume and Cover Letter (2) – Fall 2024

Presented by School of Graduate Studies

Tuesday, Nov. 26, 1:30-5 p.m.

Online

Version control is the practice of managing and sharing changes to documents, programming code, websites or any other files to keep track of what’s been changed, by whom, when and why. All previous versions of files are saved and you can even revert to a previous version. Git is a version control software. Git-portal sites, like GitHub or GitLab, offer many useful features to facilitate collaborative development. This is the second workshop of a two-part series. The first session focuses on version control. This session will focus on collaborative development workflows using Git-collaboration sites like GitHub, GitLab or Bitbucket. It will demonstrate how to work with branches, issue tracking, contribute to projects using pull-/merge-requests, code-review, how to run CI/CD-pipelines, and how to use other common features of these platforms.

REGISTER

Presented by ACENET

Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2-3 p.m.

Online

Presenter: Ryan Murphy, Assistant Professor, Business Administration , School of Arts and Social Science, Grenfell Campus

Policies and syllabus statements limiting the use of AI tools are insufficient in an era of modern generative “AI” tools.  This presentation will explore a spectrum of effective approaches for assessing learning going beyond these approaches. Ryan will explore the impact of AI on his teaching practice, going beyond the simple question of “is AI allowed?” to explore a spectrum of possible approaches to evaluation with and against AI, from AI-proof assignments to evaluations that require the use of AI to succeed.

For more information and to register, please visit the CITL Events Calendar.

Presented by CITL

Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2:30-3:30 p.m.

Online

Memorial’s research community is invited to this virtual presentation hosted by Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC), being held during Research Week 2024.

The session will be hosted by Fatine Loumrhari, Research and Innovation Development Officer with NSERC’s Research and Technology Partnerships division.

You’ll learn about NSERC’s Alliance grants, which encourage partner driven projects (Alliance Advantage, Alliance Society) and other NSERC Alliance joint calls, as well as the federal government’s Policy on Sensitive Technology Research and Affiliations of Concern and more.

Those interested in attending can e-mail vprfeedback@mun.ca in order to receive the log-in instructions.

Presented by Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada

Tuesday, Nov. 26, 5-8 p.m.

245 Freshwater Rd., St. John's Farmer's Market

Join us for an Open House event! Drop in to the St. John’s Farmers’ Market any time between 5 and 8pm to talk to the project team and participate in the engagement activities.

Learn more about the University Area Neighbourhood Plan on our project website at https://www.engagestjohns.ca/university-area-neighbourhood-plan.

Presented by City of St. John's

Wednesday, Nov. 27, 10-11:30 a.m.

Online

This webinar is tailored specifically for businesses in Newfoundland and Labrador!

This session will provide an in-depth overview of the Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) Program, a valuable Canadian tax incentive that can help you reduce costs associated with innovation and R&D activities with representatives from Canada , including:

1. Robert Thomas, Research and Technology Advisor
2. Brian Neil, Research and Technology Policy Coordinator
3. Jacinthe-Laure LeBel, Financial Reviewer
4. Dr. Jocelyne Faddoul, Research and Technology Manager

Whether you’re a small start-up or an established business, understanding the SR&ED program can significantly enhance your ability to access funding and tax credits for your research and development efforts.

What you will learn:

• How the SR&ED program works and how it benefits businesses in Newfoundland and Labrador
• The types of activities that qualify for SR&ED tax incentives
• Tips for documenting and tracking your R&D work
• Best practices for maximizing your SR&ED claims
• Insights into common pitfalls and how to avoid them

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how your business can leverage the SR&ED program to fund innovation, reduce tax liabilities, and accelerate growth.

This event is organized by the Research Innovation Office, and the Canada Revenue Agency, and is part of Memorial University’s #ResearchWeek2024

Register here

Presented by Research Innovation Office; Canada Revenue Agency

Wednesday, Nov. 27, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Core Science Facility atrium

Plastic Forum is an opportunity for research teams working on plastic pollution at Memorial to meet each other and exchange ideas.

Plastic pollution, including the impact of plastic on humans, organisms and ecosystem, is a rapidly expanding field of great interest.

Memorial researchers from numerous departments, including environmental engineering, ocean sciences, chemistry, psychology, geography and medicine, are involved in some type of research on plastic. In addition, two new Banting Fellows at Memorial are working on questions regarding plastic.

The forum will begin with an introduction from our two Banting fellows noted above, lightning talks from the research teams, followed by an interactive poster session.

The event will take place in the Core Science Facility’s atrium. Refreshments will be served.

Presented by Alice (Xia) Zhu, Min Yang, Ina Benner, Yiqi Wang, Uta Passow, Helen (Baiyu) Zhang

Wednesday, Nov. 27, 10-11 a.m.

Online

Are you wondering how to put together a strong application to graduate programs at Memorial University? Join us for this free webinar to review the details of the application process. Our presenter will provide you with a step-by-step guide and useful tips to help with your application to Memorial.

REGISTER

Presented by School of Graduate Studies

Wednesday, Nov. 27, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Marine Institute Conference Centre

Join MI’s Marketing and Communications team for a presentation overview on best practices for communicating your research to new audiences and tips for using social media to amplify your research.

Register here.

Presented by Marine Institute - Marketing and Communications Department

Wednesday, Nov. 27, 12-1 p.m.

EN-4032A

Are you involved in a contemplative practice, such as mindfulness or other meditation practice, as a member of the Memorial University community? If so, we would love to connect with you! Drs. Carolyn Walsh (Department of Psychology) and Dan Walker (Department of Ocean and Naval Architectural Engineering) are hosting a weekly meeting for members of the university community who have, or have an interest in, contemplative practices from any tradition. The purpose is to provide a time and space for the community to come together and practice whatever form of quiet contemplation is right for you.

The hour will be broken into segments.  The first ten minutes will give you a chance to meet people and settle in.  We will begin contemplative practice at about ten past the hour for about thirty minutes.  The last twenty minutes can be used for discussion or just to resume getting to know others in the community.  

If you feel you would like some guidance before joining a session, please email us and come ten or fifteen minutes early.   If you would like more guidance or information before joining, we can arrange something at that time or by email.

If you would like to learn more and/or wish to attend, please RSVP to carolynw@mun.ca or dwalker@mun.ca

Please be aware that we are trying this for the remainder of the fall semester and feeling our way along to see if there is interest.  The format of the meetings is subject to change, depending on how the community responds. It is our hope that we an provide an informal time for the university community free of obligation or stress.  

Presented by Dr. Carolyn Walsh; Dr. Dan Walker

Wednesday, Nov. 27, 1-4:30 p.m.

Online; FC-2015, Grenfell Campus

School of Science and the Environment; Titled: INTEGRATED GROUND PENETRATING RADAR – ELECTROMAGNETIC INDUCTION TECHNIQUES TO SUPPORT PRECISION AGRICULTURE BY ASSESSING THE EFFECTS OF AGRICULTURAL PRACTICES

https://mun.webex.com/mun/j.php?MTID=mda9457b4cd2153e5ab2fb2a4f377bacc

Presented by School of Graduate Studies

Wednesday, Nov. 27, 1:30-2:30 p.m.

Online

Drs. Jiang, Pena-Castillo and Popuri at MUN are each utilizing AI as the tool in their research.

• Dr. Jiang focuses on building natural interfaces between humans and machines to improve areas such as controlling prosthetic limbs, monitoring rehabilitation exercises, simulating surgical procedures and virtual reality.
• Dr. Pena-Castillo uses AI to solve molecular biological problems, such as understanding how bacteria regulates their genes and how microbiota affects organisms and the environment.
• Dr. Popuri focuses on developing automated medical image interpretation technologies to increase accuracy and reliability in diagnosing and treating cancer and neurodegenerative diseases.

Join us for this panel discussion as they tell us about their experiences with AI. Learn how you might apply AI in your own research, what to think about, and how to avoid some of the pitfalls. Our panelists will outline the nature and applications of their own research, their own successes and failures using AI, lessons they’ve learned, and things you should consider if you’re thinking about incorporating AI into your work. We will finish with an open Q&A forum.

Join:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83293150635?pwd=PNLGxFRTIQ5OElL5HRKbKNviqb5X2Y.1

Meeting ID: 832 9315 0635

Passcode: 390852

Presented by ACENET

Wednesday, Nov. 27, 1:30-4:30 p.m.

Online

This is a beginner-level 4-part series for humanities and social sciences (HSS) researchers (HSS) and librarians. API Querying and Textual Analysis – Parts III and IV focus on allowing participants to apply basic coding concepts to API querying and text-based analysis. We will use a Python library to analyze textual data and learn about common natural language processing (NLP) tasks such as part-of-speech tagging, noun phrase extraction, sentiment analysis, classification, and more to explore meaningful trends in language patterns.

REGISTER

Presented by ACENET

Wednesday, Nov. 27, 1:30-2:30 p.m.

CSF-1302

The 2024 Brosnan Lecture, hosted by the Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Science, will take place Wednesday, November 27.

This years’ lecture will discuss the study of glycomics and how the study of sugar in our body’s cells brought new insights into human health research.

Dr. Lara Mahal is the Canada Excellence Research Chair in Glycomics and a Professor of Chemistry at the University of Alberta. She is also the Founding Director of the Glycomics Institute of Alberta.

Learn more here: https://www.mun.ca/biochem/community/brosnan-lecture-2024/

Presented by Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Science

Wednesday, Nov. 27, 1:30-3:30 p.m.

Online

While working with large sets of numbers, it is often quite useful to display the information graphically. Often, we use basic graph types such as histograms, scatter plots, bar charts, boxplots etc. In this session, we will use the programming language R to create visualizations of large datasets. Basic knowledge of R is recommended, although not mandatory. By the end of this session, participants will be able to: create simple scatterplots, histograms, and box plots; compare the plotting features of base R and ggplot2 package; plot with ggplot2; plot time series data; and, arrange and export plots.

REGISTER

Presented by ACENET

Wednesday, Nov. 27, 1:30-2:30 p.m.

CSF-1302

Dr. Lara Mahal 
Canada Excellence Research Chair in Glycomics
University of Alberta

The direct link for the meeting is:

Meeting link:
https://mun.webex.com/mun/j.php?MTID=m017abbf9af2a47eb110506f3d10d7013 

Abstract

Lara K. Mahal is currently the Canada Excellence Research Chair in Glycomics at the University of Alberta and Founding Director of the Glycomics Institute of Alberta.  An expert in glycomics and systems-based approaches to understand glycan regulation and function, she developed lectin microarray technology. This technology provides a high-throughput method for glycomics that is now widely applied to understand systems from clinical cancer research to host-pathogen interactions. She is also known for her work on microRNA regulation of glycosylation and recently discovered upregulation as a major mechanism of miRNA action in dividing cells.

As an undergraduate, Professor Mahal was a University of California Regents Scholar, graduating with Highest Honors and a B.A in Chemistry from the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) in 1995.  She obtained her Ph.D. in Chemistry at the University of California at Berkeley (2000) with Professor Carolyn Bertozzi. She was a Jane Coffin Childs Postdoctoral Fellow with Professor James Rothman at Sloan-Kettering Institute (2000-2003), before starting her first independent position as an Assistant Professor in Chemistry at the University of Texas at Austin in 2003.  Post-tenure in 2009, Professor Mahal moved to New York University, where she was faculty member from 2009-2019.  In September 2019, she joined the faculty of the University of Alberta as the CERC in Glycomics.

For her work she has received numerous awards including the Arnold and Mabel Beckman Foundation Fellowship (2004), NSF Career Award (2007), Alfred P. Sloan Foundation Fellowship (2008), National Institutes of Health Director’s New Innovator Award (2008) and the  Horace Isbell Award for Carbohydrate Chemistry from the American Chemical Society (2017).

Presented by Department of Biochemistry

Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2-3 p.m.

Online

Join us for a live, interactive webinar to learn about the graduate programs offered at the Fisheries and Marine Institute of Memorial University, a world-leading centre for marine and ocean-related career education and research. We offer graduate diplomas, master’s, and doctoral degree programs. In this webinar we will discuss admission requirements for all programs, tuition, application deadlines and answer any questions you may have.

REGISTER

Presented by School of Graduate Studies

Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2-4 p.m.

IIC-2014, Bruneau Centre for Research and Innovation; online

Dr. Kelly Blidook, chair of the Interdisciplinary Committee on Ethics in Human Research (ICEHR), will host an hybrid information session on research ethics (to attend online, see link below for login instructions).

The second hour of the session will give attendees an opportunity for individual discussion about their own projects. To sign up, please email icehr@mun.ca and use the subject line ‘27 Nov. Info. session’. As well, please indicate your Memorial affiliation in your email message, along with a short description of the research that you wish to discuss.

(This talk is open to the public, however the help session will be limited to research projects by Memorial-affiliated faculty, students, and staff.)

https://www.mun.ca/research/events-listing/interdisciplinary-committee-on-ethics-in-human-research-information-session.php

Presented by Dr. Kelly Blidook

Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2-3:30 p.m.

EN-3075

Connect & Collaborate

Are you actively working on an entrepreneurial project or curious about exploring the world of entrepreneurship? Join us for the MCE Community Meetups!

Who Should Attend:

• Studentpreneurs: Connect with fellow students who are working on entrepreneurial projects, share ideas, and find potential collaborators.
• Aspiring Entrepreneurs: Discover the entrepreneurial journey, learn from others’ experiences, and explore opportunities and resources at MCE.
• Friends of the MCE: Engage with the next generation of innovators and contribute to our vibrant entrepreneurial community.

What to Expect:

• Meaningful connections with like-minded students and local entrepreneurs.
• Opportunities to discuss your business ideas, seek advice, and access resources.
• Insights into the latest trends and opportunities within the entrepreneurial ecosystem.
• Snacks and light refreshments to keep the energy flowing.

RSVP up now to join the MCE Community Meetup: mce.news/cmu

Presented by Memorial Centre for Entrepreneurship

Thursday, Nov. 28, 12 a.m.-11:59 p.m.

UC-2006; online

The Memorial University Bookstore is hosting its annual all-day sale event Thursday, Nov. 28.  Find the perfect holiday gift or snag that hoodie you’ve been eyeing with 20% OFF clothing, clearance, trade books, and more*, in store and online!  

A show of our appreciation and a gift from us to YOU. 

The Bookstore is open 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on the 2nd floor of the University Centre. For more information, or to shop for our products online, visit our website: shop.mun.ca. 

*the sale excludes course materials and cannot be combined with other coupons.

Presented by Memorial University Bookstore

Thursday, Nov. 28, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Engineering building lobby

Celebrate Research Week with us! Our talented students will display their exciting posters showcasing their research and projects. Join the fun, connect with the community, and be inspired! Don’t miss out!

Presented by Engineering Research Office

Thursday, Nov. 28, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Online

Are you curious about AI, but not sure if it makes sense for your research, or even where to start? Join us in this session that addresses the basics. We’ll explain the terminology surrounding AI – machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, neural networks. We’ll discuss the different methods used – from simple models like Naive Bayes, Regression and Decision Trees, to Support Vector Machines and Feed-Forward Neural Networks – and the tradeoffs in choosing one over the other. We’ll also discuss how to make smart decisions in setting up and executing a project using AI, the resources you need, data collection, what it takes for a project to be successful, and how to salvage useful by-products and skills when projects don’t go as planned. Bring your questions!

This talk is oriented to a novice audience, curious about AI and machine learning, but not necessarily math or computer science majors. Methods and techniques are explained using metaphors, examples, and clear language, without diving too deeply into the math and calculus on which these techniques are based.

Join:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83789419401?pwd=jCLTDQxm5lZfpHjrATBvWdGDAharRF.1

Meeting ID: 837 8941 9401

Passcode: 556415

Presented by ACENET

Thursday, Nov. 28, 12-2 p.m.

Bruneau Centre for Research and Innovation atrium

Everyone welcome!

Presented by Memorial Centre for Entrepreneurship

Thursday, Nov. 28, 12-1 p.m.

IIC-2015P, Bruneau Centre for Research and Innovation

School of Graduate Studies is offering in-person wellness group sessions to MUN graduate students at the Bruneau Centre (IIC) every Thursday at NOON this fall. During these sessions, participants will learn about various wellness topics and resources, acquire and practice strategies, and find opportunities to connect with others in the graduate student community. In addition, open art making group sessions are offered the first Friday of every month at NOON. To find out more and to register, please visit here. Questions? Please contact SGS Wellness Navigator, Sonia Ho at Sonia.ho@mun.ca.

Presented by School of Graduate Studies

Thursday, Nov. 28, 1-2 p.m.

Online

Would you like to improve your interview skills and technique? This session will cover all interview formats, including video conferencing, as well as offer useful resources to ensure you make a positive impression with employers, and land that job!

Date and Time: Thursday, November 28, 2024, 1:00-2:00 pm NDT

Mode: Online via Webex

Presenter: Xin Wang, Senior Career Development Coordinator, School of Graduate Studies

Register: https://mun.jotform.com/242203905410241

Presented by School of Graduate Studies

Thursday, Nov. 28, 2-4 p.m.

Online

MUN students, alums, spouses, and staff are welcome to register for this special session hosted by the School of Graduate Studies, Entrepreneurship Training Program! If you have any questions, please email Dr. Hanh Do, at dtmaihanh@mun.ca.

Panelists: CBDC, Genesis, MCE, PropelICT, RIO, WhiteRock NL & Work Global Canada Inc, and YMCA

Registration link: https://mun.jotform.com/242696088162263

Presented by School of Graduate Studies

Thursday, Nov. 28, 2-9 p.m.

Johnson Geo Centre

The new Ediacaran-aged fossil site known as Inner Meadow exposes the EM Coombs Surface, which was discovered in 2023. The site is proving to be exceptionally diverse and rich in fossils.

The @MUNpaleobiology team have been working on carefully clearing the site and recording the fossils. Come along to Memorial’s Johnson Geo Centre 2:00-5:00pm on the 28th November to see some specimens and casts firsthand and talk to the team about their discoveries.

At 7:00pm the same evening there will be a public lecture by Prof. Duncan McIlroy about the site, its fossils, and their implications for the early history of complex life.

As part of Memorial University’s Research Week, Geo is pleased to present this introduction to our province’s newest Ediacaran fossil site. The afternoon events are included in regular admission. The evening talk by Prof. McIlroy is admission by donation.

Presented by Johnson Geo Centre; Memorial Paleobiology

Thursday, Nov. 28, 3-4 p.m.

IIC-2014, Bruneau Centre for Research and Innovation

Wondering how to approach a potential graduate supervisor? Join us for an open discussion to address this common question! We’ll cover essential topics such as what research entails in graduate school, choosing the right supervisor, understanding the supervisor’s role in your graduate journey, and the best ways to approach a potential supervisor. Whether you’re new to research or looking to refine your approach, this is a fantastic opportunity to get practical advice and insights from experienced faculty and current graduate students. Don’t miss out on this chance to take the first step in your research journey!

REGISTER

Presented by School of Graduate Studies

Thursday, Nov. 28, 3:30-5 p.m.

CSF-1302

All faculty, staff and students in the Faculty of Science are invited to attend the 2nd annual ‘Research Exchange ’ as part of Research Week 2024. The Research Exchange will include a review of the Faculty of Science research successes and challenges over the last year, as well as an open discussion on research support. This event will be followed by the Faculty of Science Whale of a Time social.

No registration required.

Presented by Faculty of Science

Thursday, Nov. 28, 5-7 p.m.

Core Science Facility whale atrium

Whale of a Time’ is the Faculty of Sciences’ annual Research Week social, which gives students, staff, and faculty members the opportunity to connect and network with folks in other departments.

Please RSVP here: bit.ly/2024whaleofatime

Presented by Faculty of Science

Friday, Nov. 29, 8-9 a.m.

Online

The Family Medicine Lecture Series is delivered in partnership between the Long Range, Shalloway, RE-Boot and Endeavor Family Practice Networks (FPNs), the Family Practice Renewal Program (FPRP), NL Health Services, and the Office of Professional and Education Development (OPED) and Distributed Medical Education (DME), both with the Faculty of Medicine, Memorial University.

This weekly lecture series on topics relevant to family medicine is based on a needs assessment conducted by the Office of Professional and Education Development (OPED), in consultation with the Family Practice Renewal Program, the Family Practice Networks, the NL College of Family Physicians, and the Newfoundland & Labrador Medical Association.

Please Note: This series will use the GoToMeeting (https://www.goto.com/download) web platform for all program sessions. It is advised that the software be installed and tested before the start of the meeting.

Registration for this program is complimentary.

Friday, November 1, 2024

Syphilis: Who to Test and How to Treat – Dr. Kevin Lam

Friday, November 15, 2024

Common Dermatological Issues in Primary care: Hair and Scalp Disorders – Dr Bolu Ogunyemi

Friday, November 22, 2024

A Family Doctor’s Practical Approach to Patients with Memory Concerns – Dr. Jennifer Perry

Friday, November 29, 2024

The Complexities and Imperfections of Triage – 

Dr. Richard Barter

Presented by Office of Professional and Educational Development

Friday, Nov. 29, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Lecture Theatre D and Main Auditorium, Health Sciences Centre

Come celebrate Research Week at the School of Pharmacy!

Students will be on-hand to showcase their ongoing research and projects to the university community and beyond.

There are a number of events happening on Research Day – undergraduate, graduate and pharmacy resident poster displays, a “Snappy Synopsis” session and a keynote presentation. Our keynote speaker this year is Dr. Touati Benoukraf, Canada Research Chair (Tier 2) in Bioinformatics for Personalised Medicine with the Division of BioMedical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine at Memorial. Dr. Benoukraf will discuss Sequencing Considerations for Pharmacogenomic Decisions.

Presented by School of Pharmacy

Friday, Nov. 29, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

BN-4015

We invite students, researchers, and industry professionals to join us in this critical conversation that aims to reshape the future of innovation in Canada.

Join us for an engaging discussion on Canada’s Innovation Paradox, where we explore the gap between high levels of research investment and output and lower-than-expected commercialization outcomes. This event will feature an opening address by Dr. Carlos Bazan, associate professor of technology entrepreneurship, who will provide insights into the underlying factors contributing to this paradox and suggest pathways for fostering a more robust innovation ecosystem.

Following Dr. Bazan’s presentation, a panel of distinguished researchers and industry leaders will explore the implications of this paradox for the university context.

The panel discussion’s key focus will be intellectual property (IP) protection and its critical role in the commercialization process. The panel will explore how effective IP strategies can safeguard innovations, attract investment, and encourage collaboration between academia and industry. Attendees will gain insights into navigating the complexities of IP management, including patenting processes, licensing agreements and the importance of fostering an entrepreneurial mindset within research institutions.

The event will conclude with a Q&A session, allowing attendees to engage with the speakers and discuss strategies for bridging the gap between research and market application in the context of IP protection.

Brought to you by the Research Innovation Office and Springboard Atlantic Elevate IP.

Memorial University is committed to making our events accessible to everyone. If you require an accommodation or service to fully participate, please contact rio@mun.ca, at least 5 days prior to the event.

Presented by Research Innovation Office

Friday, Nov. 29, 12-1 p.m.

UC-3015

Join us for pizza and a panel discussion to dive into the exciting ways AI is transforming industries across Newfoundland, Labrador and everywhere.

Our panelists:

• Ruben Chevez Guardado, Director of Machine Learning Pipeline, Nasdaq Verafin
• AbdulKabir Sulaiman, Talent Engagement Coordinator, techNL
• Chris Spence, Customer Experience IT Manager, Exxon Mobil
• Kyle Nickerson, Senior Data Scientist, trophi.ai

Moderator: Tannia Chevez, Digital Skills Specialist, ACENET

Panelists will provide real-life examples of impactful AI projects that are making a difference across various industries, showcasing how AI applications are evolving and shaping the future. They will offer insights into career opportunities, challenges and what the future of AI holds.

For students interested in pursuing a career in AI, this is a unique opportunity to learn directly from professionals about the types of roles available, the skills and knowledge that are in demand, and the diverse paths one can take. Panelists will also address how you can prepare – including the technical skills needed, essential resources and networking strategies – so you can be competitive in the expanding AI landscape. Bring your questions and get some advice on breaking into AI!

Register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSecyoJUlDbbV5rocbyQ0DlwWgiB0Nqk3H2D98CM9W0QQNREZA/viewform

Please note: registration is required as the event will be catered.

Presented by ACENET

Friday, Nov. 29, 1-2 p.m.

Marine Institute - Hampton Hall

Presentation by Seaspan on ‘Shipbuilding Methodologies’.

Presented by School of Maritime Studies

Saturday, Nov. 30, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Online

Applications are due for two of Memorial’s highest honours for research. The President’s Award for Outstanding Research (PAOR) and University Research Professor (URP) have been presented annually since 1984. Updated guidelines for the PAOR are available here and updated guidelines for URP are available here. Completed nomination packages for both awards must be submitted electronically to the vice-president (research) by 5 p.m. on Nov. 30. Please contact your unit’s grants facilitator (or, if the unit has no grants facilitator, the person with signing authority for your unit) to confirm if there are earlier, internal deadlines. These internal deadlines must be factored into the timing of the development and submission of these awards.

Presented by Memorial University

Sunday, Dec. 1, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Signal Hill Campus

Join us for Coast Lines and Coffee on December 1, featuring Coast Lines authors Marjorie Doyle (MA’87, author of Mary Foley, Mary Doyle: Unravelling a Mother’s Secrets) and Willow Kean (BFA’99, author of Eyes in Front When Running) in conversation with Angela Antle (BA’91). We look forward to welcoming you to our latest event celebrating the Newfoundland and Labrador literary landscape.

Register here.

Presented by Faculty of Humanities and Society Sciences; Office of Alumni Engagement

Sunday, Dec. 1, 1-4 p.m.

Johnson Geo Centre

Join us for this presentation as we look to the skies and learn about the celestial bodies visible at different points of the season. This event is available on the first and last Sundays of each month, from 1:00-2:00pm and 3:00-4:00pm. All sessions will include a 30 minute planetarium film and 20 minutes of live show led by Garry Dymond, a member of our Interpretation team. Garry is an amateur astronomer with 50 years of experience and is a member of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada (RASC).

Garry will present the night sky, focusing on what we can see during the month right here on the Northeast Avalon. This guided virtual tour of the night sky will teach you to spot and identify a number of constellations, stars, planets, and more.

The session will take place indoors, in our portable StarLab. Please note you will be sitting on cushions on the floor.

Show is for ages 5 and up.

Admission is $5.00(+tax). Please note this fee does not include access to our exhibits.

https://munbg.online.red61.ca/event/314:28/

Presented by Johnson Geo Centre

Sunday, Dec. 1, 1:30-2:30 p.m.

Suncor Energy Hall, School of Music

Chamber Music Showcase
MUSIC AT MEMORIAL ENSEMBLE CONCERT SERIES

School of Music graduate and undergraduate students showcase their collaborative skills performing in small, conductorless ensembles in a musical variety show.

For tickets and a complete schedule of events for the 2024-25 Concert Series, visit our website here.

Presented by School of Music