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Upcoming events and latest news
TPN POP Speaker Series
Tuesday, April 21, 2026 to Tuesday May 5, 2026 | Population Network
The Toronto Population Network Speaker Series brings together leading scholars working at the cutting edge of population research. From January 27 to May 5.
2026 Interdisciplinary Symposium
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 | Institute for Health Emergencies and Pandemics
The theme of this year's IHEP symposium is "Innovation, insight and action for future public health emergencies.” Invited members of the Institute, the university, the government, the private sector, and community members will come together for presentations and discussions around IHEP's research clusters: applied intelligence, health systems solutions, community & equity, health security, public trust & communication, and policy implementation. Registration for the symposium is by invitation only
TRANSFORM HF — 2026 Spring Network Event
Friday, May 29, 2026 | Transform-HF
Transform-HF brings together a diverse network of clinicians, scientists, trainees, people with lived experience, industry reps, and community partners for a dynamic morning, which will include Interactive demonstration booths, featuring the latest digital health technology from TRANSFORM HF trainees and researchers; research presentations from, including the next session in our Research Seminar Series, Point-of-Care Diagnostics in Heart Failure.
TRANSFORM HF Researchers Make Headlines
March 31, 2026 | Transform-HF
A new study led by Dr. Heather Ross, Dr. Chris McIntosh, Dr. Yas Moayedi, and Will Gao was published in Nature Medicine! Featured on the cover, this research shows that wearable technologies, such as the Apple Watch, can help monitor heart failure by providing early signs of deteriorating health – often days to weeks before unplanned medical care is needed.
Lash Miller expansion breaks ground for AI-driven materials research
March 26, 2026 | Acceleration Consortium
The Lash Miller Building Expansion, set to open in fall, will include a new centre for the Acceleration Consortium.
Lawson Climate Institute — 2026-27 Catalyst Grant
March 25, 2026 | Lawson Climate Institute
The Lawson Climate Institute is accepting applications for the 2026-27 Catalyst Grant, open to all eligible proposals across the tri-campus that align with the LCI's broad goals. The Catalyst Grant is available in two streams: Societal Transformation and Technological Innovation. Deadline: April 20, 2026 at 11:59PM EST.
UHN researchers exploring how smartwatches help patients living with heart failure detect early warning signs
March 23, 2026 | Transform-HF
Researchers at UHN and Transform HF are looking to leverage smartwatch technology to help those living with heart failure. Global News explores how the technology is giving people a heads up when something is wrong.
IHEP 2025 Annual Report
March 11, 2026 | Institute for Health Emergencies and Pandemics
2025 was a year of strengthening and momentum, fostering collaboration, and supporting future leaders who will shape Canada’s public health emergency preparedness. In 2026, IHEP looks forward to deepening partnerships and pursuing new opportunities to strengthen resilience and readiness across Canada and beyond.
BRN Faculty Fellowship 3.0
March 2, 2026 | Black Research Network
The BRN will provide $10,000 (CAD) in support for faculty members in the tenure and teaching stream. Application deadline: Friday, March 13, 2026, 11:59pm EST
