Internship & externship opportunities
One of the objectives of the AMR – One Health Consortium is to provide trainees with external industry experience. This helps the Consortium develop HQPs and gives trainees an opportunity to explore other potential career paths with various industry partners in Alberta. If you are interested in internship and externship opportunities in April/May 2021, please contact amronehealth@ucalgary.ca.
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Summer student opportunities
Are you or your lab interested in having a summer student? Funding may be available to support this position. Please contact Golsa Kafili at golsa.kafili@ucalgary.ca if interested.
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Program for Undergraduate Research Experience (PURE)
PURE provides up to $6,000 of financial support to UofC undergraduate students to conduct research for 8, 12 or 16 weeks between May and August. The PURE program makes it possible for students to work with on-campus experts to learn how research projects are developed, and how their results can contribute to new knowledge while solving problems in society. Each PURE learning experience is a unique opportunity to develop research skills and explore research interests. These experiences help students develop the abilities to collaborate, communicate, and think critically and creatively. PURE enriches and extends undergraduate learning outside the classroom. Click here for more information.
Student deadline: Feb 5, 2021
Supervisor deadline: Feb 12, 2021
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EFC Research Funding
Call for letters of intent now open!. Egg Farmers of Canada is proud to support Canadian research in egg production, poultry science, animal and human nutrition, and economic and environmental sustainability at universities across the country. EFC’s call for letters of intent is now open, and researchers are invited to complete and submit the funding application form. For this call, EFC has identified nine research priorities, with a specific emphasis on environment and sustainability and end of flock management. For more information click here.
All funding applications must be received by March 1, 2021
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NSERC Idea to Innovation (I2I) Grants
The objective of the Idea to Innovation (I2I) Grants is to accelerate the pre-competitive development of promising technology originating from the university and college sector and promote its transfer to a new or established Canadian company. The I2I Grants provide funding to college and university faculty members to support research and development projects with recognized technology transfer potential. This is achieved through four defined phases by providing crucial assistance in the early stages of technology validation and market connection: Market Assessment, Phase I, Phase IIa, Phase IIb. Click here to learn more.
Sponsor application deadlines: Mar 29, Jun 28 & Sep 27, 2021
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Alberta Innovates Advance Program - NSERC Alliance
NSERC Alliance – Alberta Innovates Advance (Advance) is a new partnership program between AI and NSERC. Through this program, AI/NSERC will invest in projects that are aligned with Alberta’s innovation and technology strategies that advance discoveries to develop emerging technologies to generate economic, environmental, health and social benefits for Albertans and Canadians. The program provides grants of up to $150,000 per year for up to two years, to support eligible Alberta university researchers with promising discoveries in emerging technologies to begin advancing their research toward the marketplace. Project funding is available to bridge the gap between academic research and technology validation that could later lead to technology transfer and commercialization.
UofC RSO deadline: Dec 15, 2021
Sponsor application deadline: Dec 17, 2021
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Global 1HN: Seed Grants Competition and Student Research Assistance Grant
The Global One Health Network currently has two funding competitions open for applications:
Seed Grants (up to $10,000)
Global 1HN has announced its first Seed Grants Competition to provide financial support to researchers currently developing research projects relevant to Global 1HN and the four Research Enabling Platforms (REPs): (1) detection; (2) response; and (3) institutionalization in the global governance of Infectious Diseases (IDs) and AMR; while systematically considering aspects of (4) equity. This seed funding is specifically meant to encourage the development of new collaborative research proposals for major funding agencies and must incorporate applicants across the Network from various disciplinary backgrounds. Application consists of a maximum 2-page description of an original idea to be developed into a full-scale research proposal through the Seed Grant. Candidates should indicate to what funding agency and grant competition they will apply.
Student Research Assistance Grant (up to $11,250)
Global 1HN is offering a grant to support student research assistance in studies conducted by Network members relevant to at least one of the Network’s four REPs. Funding is to employ students to assist in research which contributes to the goals of Global 1HN over one year. The ‘Student Research Assistance Grant’ application form must be completed and submitted.
There is no specific deadline for submission of applications. Competitions will remain open throughout the year until all funds are allocated. For more information please contact Corinne Packer at cpacker@uottawa.ca
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Our Researchers in the News
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Lawsuits filed and investigations underway after workers died of COVID-19 at a meat packing plant
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First Nations have shown exemplary handling of pandemic despite unique challenges: infectious disease expert
Although First Nations communities across the province did a great job handling the COVID-19 pandemic in the spring, they will need to remain vigilant through the current second wave. Besides genetic contributing factors, Dr. John Conly, UofC infectious disease professor, said environmental factors such as inadequate housing and crowded living conditions, insufficient access to clean water and appropriate health care put First Nations at greater risk. Click here to read the full article.
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Vaccine delivery: ramping up
What will it take to expedite delivery of vaccines? Dr. Jim Kellner in Calgary talks with the CBC's Andrew Nichols on a day when the PM announced another 20 million doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine had been secured. Click here to view.
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The State of the World's Antibiotics 2021 Webinar
Feb 3, 2021
5:30-6:30am MT
Join a discussion on the state of antibiotic resistance and use across the globe. Distinguished leaders in the field will discuss findings from the latest comprehensive report and dashboard compiled by CDDEP, tracking AMR relevant indicators across 40 countries. This is the first part of a webinar series celebrating 10 years of CDDEP, highlighting research on Antimicrobial Resistance, Vaccines, and COVID-19. For more information please click here.
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One Health Circle
The influence of pets on health & well-being later in life: Putting evidence into practice
Feb 3, 2021
7-8pm MT
Please join us for a conversation around people’s relationships with companion animals and how they can support health and well-being later in life. Dr. Ann M. Toohey (Brenda Stafford Centre on Aging and UCalgary) and Emma Mattos (Calgary Seniors’ Resource Society) will come together to discuss senior-pet relationships, and how they are shaped by the social and physical environments we create through public policies and organizational practices. Click here to register.
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NSERC Collaborative Research and Training Experience program (CREATE) webinar
Feb 4, 2021
11:30am-1:30pm MT
NSERC will be hosting a webinar information session regarding its Collaborative Research and Training Experience program. The university is limited in the number of CREATE applications which may be submitted in any year, and the intake process for the 2021 application cycle has now closed. Those interested in a future application are welcome to join NSERC’s webinar, and can contact Research Services at ipd@ucalgary.ca at any time for more information.
Registration is not necessary. Please click on the following link to connect:
https://nsercvideo.webex.com/meet/guy.faubert
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Diversity Dialogue: Picture a Scientist, Virtual Screening and Panel Event
Feb 5-8, 2021
6pm MT
Celebrate the UN International Day of Women and Girls in Science on Feb 11, 2021, with a virtual screening of Picture a Scientist followed by a panel discussion to talk about how to make science more inclusive and equitable. Click here to register!
Drop-in Virtual Screening: Feb 5-8 at 6 pm (MT)
Panel Discussion: Feb 11 at 12–1pm (MT)
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Global One Health Network
Webinar Series
Feb 8, 2021
9-10am MT
The Global One Health Network (Global 1HN) brings together transdisciplinary researchers and knowledge users to improve the global governance of infectious diseases and antimicrobial resistance. Please join Global 1HN and One Health at UCalgary on for the first session: One Health Preparedness and Response During the COVID-19 Pandemic. This webinar will feature online presentations and discussion of COVID-19 preparedness and response in Mexico and Rwanda. Click here to register.
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FAO/OIE/WHO Webinar:
Instruments on Antimicrobial Use
Feb 10, 2021
7:00-8:30am MT
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) and the World Health Organization (WHO) recently published a new report on 'International instruments on the use of antimicrobials across the human, animal and plant sectors'. The report was launched by the three Director-Generals during the World Antimicrobial Awareness Week. This webinar will give an overview and review of international instruments that set standards related to the use of antimicrobials across the human, animal and plant sectors, and their release into the environment, including gaps and opportunities for next steps.
Presentations will be followed by the opportunity for a Q&A and/or discussions. Click here to register.
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New Frontiers in Research Fund (NFRF) Information Session
Feb 24, 2021
10-11am MT
Dr. Penny Pexman, Associate Vice-President (Research), and representatives from Research Services will provide an overview of NFRF and its funding opportunities. They will discuss some of the unique elements of NFRF opportunities, and offer advice based on the experience of past applicants and NFRF reviewers, and recommendations from the funder. Questions can be emailed in advance to ipd@ucalgary.ca.
To join this session, please email ipd@ucalgary.ca by Mon, Feb 22 to receive the zoom link.
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ABVMA Stewardship Conference
Mar 10 - 12, 2021
The One Health Antimicrobial Stewardship Conference, postponed from May and Nov 2020, will now go forward as a virtual conference on March 10-12, 2021! The theme for this conference is One Health opportunities for antimicrobial stewardship in animals, humans and the environment, and will feature three half-day live virtual sessions with expert presentations, live virtual trainee research abstract presentations, and recorded research abstract presentations. Click here to register!
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One Health, One Future 2021
Virtual Conference
Apr 6 - 11, 2021
Call for poster presentations! The University of Alaska Fairbanks Center for One Health Research will partner with the U.S. Dept. of State to host the One Health, One Future international conference virtually from Fairbanks, Alaska. This conference aims to develop a circumpolar network of One Health experts that can share knowledge, conduct exercises, and spur collaborative investigations of One Health phenomena. Registration for posters is now open! Deadline to submit applications is February 15th. Click here for more information.
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5th International Conference on Responsible Use of Antibiotics in Animals
Jun 7 - 9, 2021
This conference is an initiative discussing the importance of animal health in the medical industry. It started in 2005 and since then it has strengthened its position on Responsible uses of Antibiotics in Animals. Interested participants from research institutes and industry are strongly encouraged to submit poster presentations. Deadline for submission is May 1, 2021. For more information please click here.
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AACTING Conference
Hannover, Germany
Jul 1 & 2, 2021
Pleased to announce that we are planning the next AACTING conference on herd level antimicrobial consumption in animals. Conference topics include: (1) veterinary antimicrobial usage including companion animals; (2) quantification; (3) benchmarking, stewardship and action plans; and (4) antimicrobial usage worldwide. Call for abstracts in the first quarter of 2021. Visit the AACTING website for more information.
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Virtual One Health International Bachelor and Master Summer School
Aug 16 - 20, 2021
This virtual course is organized by the University of Bern and offers a unique opportunity to explore the methods and current knowledge on the health of terrestrial food chains, from soils to plants, animals and humans. Open to third year Bachelor students and first year Masters’ students with a background in life sciences. The deadline for submitting completed applications is Feb 28, 2021. For more information click here.
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Recruitment Opportunities
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Postdoctoral Research Position in Data-analytics of the clinical and economic impact of antimicrobial resistance in patients with bacteremia.
The Cumming School of Medicine at the University of Calgary in Conjunction with the AMR - One Health Consortium has an immediate opening for a postdoctoral research scientist with experience in the analysis of complex databases to analyze the effects of antimicrobial resistance on the economic and clinical consequences of anti-microbial resistance in patients with bacteremia.
The successful candidate will be working on a database already established to answer these important questions. Opportunities to collaborate with other members of the one health group will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Experience with statistical analysis using integrated databases is required and an interest of experience in health care economics is desirable. The position is a one year contract.
Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest and CV to Dr. Daniel Gregson at dgregson@ucalgary.ca.
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Check out our website for more trainee opportunities.
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The following documents provide updates on the conduct of research and clinical trails for researchers and research teams. Please visit the following pages to keep up-to-date with institutional specific directives.
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