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Welcome to Pathology's Bi-Weekly Bulletin | Nov 15, 2024

Weekly Province-wide Pathology Rounds

Date & Time: November 15, 12:00PM | CANCELLED:

You can also view previous rounds here. Rounds.

We welcome your participation and suggestions for topics or speakers. Please email your ideas to pathassist@pathology.ubc.ca.

The same Zoom link will be used for all rounds: Join Zoom Meeting
https://ubc.zoom.us/j/61199076992?pwd=3Ix1R2FwPB9rwimuOEfPmfhaO6onAa.1
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Spotlight on Dr. Yasir Mohamud: A Journey of Resilience and Achievement

Dr. Yasir Mohamud, a postdoctoral fellow at the UBC Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine (Dr. Honglin Luo Lab), recently received the inaugural CIHR Research Excellence, Diversity, and Independence Early Career Transition Award. Despite not starting school until the age of 9, Dr. Mohamud has forged a remarkable path from student to teacher. Read about his unique scientific journey ..

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New Device at Wellington Lab

Wellington Lab Acquires Canada’s First ARGO HT System for Advanced Biomarker Detection

The Wellington Lab has installed the ARGO HT System, marking a Canadian first in advanced biomarker detection. This cutting-edge system will enhance research capabilities, allowing for high-throughput, precise biomarker analysis to advance understanding in fields such as neuroscience and oncology. Read the full article .

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New Publications by Faculty Members

  • Dr. Stephen Yip's New Research: Discover Dr. Yip’s recent findings on tumor microenvironment and cancer progression. Read the full article .
  • Innovative Anti-Clotting Coating by Dr. Jayachandran Kizhakkedathu: A new approach to prevent blood clotting on medical devices, reducing clotting risks without impacting the clotting pathway. Read the full article .
    Also, an article about his research on blood vessel-like coating, which could make medical devices safer for millions of patients by reducing the risks associated with blood clots and dangerous bleeding. Read more on UBC Faculty of Medicine's website .
  • Lucy A. Perrone Lab's Latest Publication: An investigation by Dr. Perrone’s lab sheds new light on infectious disease mechanisms and potential clinical applications. Read the full article.

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📅 Date: Friday, January 17, 2025
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
📍 Location: MSAC - 2750 Heather Street
✉️ Please RSVP by January 10th so we can make proper arrangements 🔗 Registration
❓ Questions? Contact Donald Kinloch at pathassist@pathology.ubc.ca

**Important Update: Department Awards **

This year, we're bringing our Department Awards celebration to our January Seasonal Celebration on January 17, 2025. Moving from its traditional PathDay timing, we'll now recognize excellence and outstanding contributions within our department during our festive winter gathering. The nomination period is now open, and we encourage all faculty, staff, and students to submit nominations across our various award categories. Your nominations help us celebrate the remarkable achievements and dedication of our department members. Please submit your nominations through our department website at Nomination page .

Seed Grant Workshop Announcement

We are excited to announce the PGAP - Pathology Grant Application Practicum, led by Dr. Cheryl Wellington, Professor and Vice Chair of Research, starting in January 2024. This workshop is open to clinical and academic faculty, as well as graduate students, research assistants, and postdocs. The workshop will cover key aspects of grant writing, culminating in the awarding of two $15,000 seed grants.

  • Workshop Dates: Jan 10, Jan 24, Feb 7, Feb 14, Feb 28, Mar 14, Mar 28, Apr 11, Apr 25 and May 9
  • Time: Fridays, 9-11 am
  • Location: UBC Hospital G226 Vassar Seminar Room (hybrid format available)

Please visit this link to register. For more details, refer to the workshop outline.

Feel free to reach out to Dr. Cheryl Wellington or Genevieve Macmillan for any questions. We look forward to your participation!

Pathology Picks:

Here are some additional reads you might be interested in:

  • Granville Lab Opportunity The Granville Lab is seeking a bright and dedicated Junior Technician for a one-year contract, with the potential for a full-time role. Immediate start is available. Apply here.
  • Join the Quandt Lab Team The Quandt Lab is recruiting a research assistant/lab manager with strong attention to detail, excellent time management skills, and a passion for training new team members. This role is ideal for someone eager to contribute to impactful MS research. Watch for the job posting soon on Quandt Lab’s website.
  • CIHR Policy on AI in Peer Review Meetings CIHR has issued a new policy prohibiting AI-based tools for automatic transcription or summarization in peer review meetings. Peer reviewers are expected to attend in person and take their own notes. Read the full policy.