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If leaders are serious about ending war, women need a seat at the table. International data, 1989-2011: When women are involved in agreements, peace is 35% more likely to last 15+ years. Gender balance is especially important when the stakes are high and tempers run hot.

Big changes in cervical cancer screening! Dr. Gina Ogilvie MD DrPH’s research shows HPV tests are more reliable than Pap tests. Now, Canada is shifting to HPV testing & exploring self-testing for better access nationwide. cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/54223.html?h… #HPVAwarenessDay

ICYMI: a new free online course for healthcare professionals about #breastfeeding and the #microbiome!

Check out this #PRFNews article from PRF Correspondent Jéssica Ding about a research collaboration between @drsaminaali, @maryellenfoster.bsky.social, Frauke Zeller, and colleagues attempting to relieve distress for children during painful hospital procedures bit.ly/3EUGthE #PRF

Research is for all of us. It requires support, not chaos. Researchers push boundaries, and must be free to explore, collaborate, challenge, present inconvenient truths, and speak to the media. When research is threatened, we have a duty to speak up for those who cannot.

Happy International Women’s Day #IWD2025! Today we celebrate the trailblazing women researchers who have made an impact on the health of Canadians and others around the world! Learn about the life-changing research being led by women in Canada: cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/54163.html?h…

People who can’t handle criticism are unfit to lead. Weak leaders silence their critics to shield their egos. They fear dissent as a threat to their power. Strong leaders silence their egos to learn from their critics. They welcome dissent as an opportunity for growth.

We are pleased to announce that Dr. Patricia Conrod Université de Montréal Centre de recherche Azrieli du CHU Sainte-Justine has been appointed the new Scientific Director of the CIHR Institute of Neurosciences, Mental Health and Addiction (INMHA). canada.ca/en/institutes-…

#MCHRD2025 gathered over 400 attendees & featured 160+ studies, spanning topics from climate change to AI in #meded. “We know the impact we’re making here extends far beyond our campus,” said Angelo Mikrogianakis, chair of McMaster University Department of Pediatrics. Learn more⬇️ healthsci.mcmaster.ca/from-covid-19-…

Join one of CIHR's Institute Advisory Boards and help shape the future of health research in Canada! Seeking individuals with experience in research, policy-making, community engagement, and more! Apply by April 25, 2025. Learn more and apply today: cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/18156.html

Shoutout to amazing #AYAcancer advocates, resources contributors, and partners. @AYAprogram @Usansomdaly Dr. Christine Chambers Canteen Australia @teencancerUSA SickKids Foundation Canadian Partnership Against Cancer @ayacancerally Chalifour Karine (she/her) @cancerfightclub @chldhdcancercan

Shape the future of research! 🔬💰 CIHR needs peer reviewers to evaluate the Spring 2025 Project Grant applications. Say “YES” when asked to #PeerReview cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/49807.html?h…

🌟 Health Standard Implementation Spotlight 🌟 Congratulations to Stollery Kids for becoming Canada’s first multisite facility to achieve ChildKind certification – elevating pediatric pain care across all 3 campuses! 👏 Read more: tinyurl.com/efk22mkp #ItDoesntHaveToHurt

Applications now open for the 2025 Health System Impact Fellowship The fellowship offers PhD trainees & post-doctoral researchers an embedded research opportunity to develop leadership skills & learning health systems knowledge & make an impact. Read More: researchnet-recherchenet.ca/rnr16/vwOpprtn…

Nous cherchons de jeunes Canadiens de 12 à 25 ans pour se joindre à notre Conseil consultatif de la jeunesse! Faites part à la directrice scientifique Dr. Christine Chambers de vos opinions pour aider à guider l’IDSEA des IRSC. Postulez d’ici le 12 mai 👇 cihr-irsc.gc.ca/f/51876.html?h…

We are looking for young Canadians between the ages of 12-25 to join our Youth Advisory Council! Share your voice with Scientific Director Dr. Christine Chambers to help advise the CIHR Institute of Human Development, Child and Youth Health. Apply by May 12 👇 cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/51876.html?h…

May 5 marks #RedDressDay – a powerful reminder of the ongoing violence faced by Indigenous women, girls, and two-spirit people #MMIWG2S. Read the message from Dr. Chelsea Gabel, Scientific Director of the CIHR-IIPH: cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/54304.html?h…

The #DOHaD community is thriving across North America as the 8th Annual DOHaD Canada Meeting kicks off today in Montreal 🇨🇦 Day one highlights: Dr Catherine Monk on #MaternalMentalHealth Dr Jacquetta Trasler on paternal age effects 🔗 More info: dohad.utoronto.ca/annual-meeting…

CIHR by the numbers: 💰 $1B+ in funding 👩‍🔬 To support 16,000 researchers and trainees 🔎 Through 100+ funding competitions Learn more about research for a healthier Canada: cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/53620.html?h… #CIHR25

It's National AccessAbility Week – a time to reflect on how we can build a more accessible and inclusive Canada and health research system. Learn how we’re working toward that future: - Accessibility Plan: cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/53308.html?h… - Anti-Ableism Plan: cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/54121.html?h…