Collaboration Opportunities
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Genomic Monitoring of Pathogens in Water (GeMPaW)
The Consortium will be leading an opportunity to collaborate and contribute to AMR surveillance in water. Genome Canada has launched a $10M call: Genomic Monitoring of Pathogens in Water (GeMPaW) to help Canada defend its population, wildlife and environment from major threats posed by emerging pathogens (EPs) and antimicrobial resistance (AMR), including antibiotic resistant bacteria and genes. Although open to all Genome Centers to apply, the Consortium will be leading an application that will include many members from Western Canada and industry, and other provinces. An info session will be held on June 1st to further discuss the details of this call. If you are interested in participating please click here. If you have any other questions please email amronehealth@ucalgary.ca.
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Canada-UK Partnership
The Consortium is currently participating in a collaborative effort with the University of Bristol and other Canadian Universities as part of a Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council Canada-UK Partnership project. The aim of this project is to investigate the Impacts of Antibiotic Usage Reduction in Farmed Animals, with a specific interest in dairy cows and sheep. To facilitate further collaboration, a meeting will be held in Ottawa, ON at the end of June to bring together interested researchers in these focus areas to develop a new research project. If you would like to learn moreplease email amronehealth@ucalgary.ca.
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Industry Engagement: Calling all Industry Members!
Are you an industry stakeholder that is interested in developing their AMR portfolio? The Consortium has many upcoming opportunities for collaboration, and is keen to engage with industry members to build on common interests and expand research opportunities. If you are interested in engaging with our members from an industry perspective, please reach out to Janelle Jiminez, AMR-OHC Manager at janelle.jiminez@ucalgary.ca.
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Our Researchers in the News
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What else is in a flush? UCalgary researchers are going to find out
Several University of Calgary researchers involved in AMR research have been awarded $6M to expand the successful COVID-19 wastewater monitoring program and online COVID tracker. Congratulations Casey Hubert, Kevin Frankowski, Mike Parkins and María Alejandra Bautista! Click here to read more.
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Tuberculosis, syphilis, whooping cough, mumps and measles: Doctors alarmed at rise of ‘retro’ diseases
A surge in “retro” conditions that are typically rare in Canada highlights how people neglecting routine vaccinations is leading to higher infection rates and in some cases outbreaks, according to Dr. Lynora Saxinger. The most recent example is an outbreak of pertussis, also known as whooping cough, in Alberta, which was declared in January and continues to grow. Click here to read more.
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Wastewater Surveillance On Demand Webinar Series
Online
Learn how to use wastewater sequencing to monitor SARS-CoV-2 variants and other respiratory viruses in the community. For more information click here.
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3rd Annual McGill AMR Symposium
Online
May 25, 2023
Dr. Ramanan Laxminarayan, Founder and President of the One Health Trust, and various McGill faculty will discuss AMR-related topics and AMR community research interests and needs. Watch the livestream online on the McGill University YouTube Channel by clicking here.
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Advancing Data Technologies to Corner AMR (ADTCA) 2023
Online
Jun 22 - 23, 2023
ADTCA 2023 is a globally unique event that brings together Computer Sciences and the global AMR (Pharma, Diagnostics, Human and Animal Health and Environmental) sectors. The event aims to take the lead to enhance global collaboration, integration of activities and standardization of Data and Information Technologies. For more information click here.
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Introducing AbacusBio Canada Ltd.
Launch and networking event
Edmonton, Alberta
Jun 29, 2023
AbacusBio are a highly respected agri-science and technology firm, delivering world-class innovative solutions across the agribusiness world. AbacusBio Ltd. invites you to a launch and networking event announcing the opening of AbacusBio Canada. Join regional Managing Director John Crowley and other leaders and stakeholders in the agriculture, environment, and forestry sectors. Coffee and light refreshments will be provided. For more information and to register for free click here.
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Having IMPACTT 3:
Advancing Microbiome Research
Canmore, Alberta
Jul 10 - 12, 2023
This symposium will bring together leading minds and highlight the latest findings and new discoveries from microbiome research teams across Canada and around the world. Researchers will share their findings on how our microbiome shapes our health, and how we can harness the power of our microbes to improve global wellbeing. For more information click here.
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World AMR Congress 2023
Philadelphia, USA
Sep 7 & 8, 2023
Since 2015, the World Anti-Microbial Resistance Congress has been the go-to conference globally for all stakeholders in the AMR space to meet, brainstorm ideas and formulate initiatives that can effectively tackle antimicrobial resistance. For more information click here.
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Canada Biomedical Research Fund and Biosciences Research Infrastructure Fund – Stage 2 2023
Through Canada’s Biomanufacturing and Life Sciences Strategy, the Government of Canada is investing more than $2.2B over 7 years to continue growing a strong, competitive biomanufacturing and life sciences sector, and to ensure Canada is prepared for future pandemics by increasing domestic capacity through investments and partnerships to produce life-saving vaccines and therapeutics. CBRF funding will provide support of $500k - $5M/year for up to 4 years. BRIF will fund up to 60% of eligible research infrastructure costs with a minimum request of $1M/project. For more information please click here.
NOI Deadline: Jun 8, 2023
Full Application Deadline: Sep 7, 2023
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Discoveries Horizons (pilot)
Discovery Horizons grants support investigator-initiated individual and team projects that broadly integrate or transcend disciplines to advance knowledge in the natural sciences and engineering (NSE). NSERC is piloting this interdisciplinary peer review mechanism. The shared peer review committee will assess all full applications submitted to NSERC’s Discovery Horizons program, as well as relevant applications submitted to SSHRC’s Insight Grants and CIHR’s Project Grants programs. For this competition, NSERC is expecting to award approximately 10 to 20 grants this year, valued from $50 - $100K/year. For more information please click here.
LOI Deadline: Jun 16, 2023
Full Application Deadline: Oct 18, 2023
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Partnership for Research and Innovation in the Health System (PRIHS) 8 - Digital Health
PRIHS offers leaders in our health system the opportunity to leverage digital and data-enabled technologies to further transform models of care, that will lead to the improvement of patient outcomes, healthcare quality, value to the system, and overall value for the people of Alberta. Alberta Innovates and AHS are investing up to $5 million in the PRIHS 8 Program. No maximum budget is set for each proposal. For more information please click here.
EOI Deadline: Jun 19, 2023
Full Application Deadline: Oct 30, 2023
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Looking for grant writing support? Seeking volunteer undergraduate trainees? Curious about potential collaborations? We have resources for you! Contact amronehealth@ucalgary.ca for more information.
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The following documents provide updates on the conduct of research and clinical trials for researchers and research teams. Please visit the following pages to keep up-to-date with institutional specific directives.
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