🧠 ❤️Join D2R for an EDI seminar about mental health in highly performant spaces in honour of the International Day for Persons with Disabilities 📅 December 3 🕐12–1 PM EST 📍Via Zoom 🔗 Register here: buff.ly/t1gvjy8

🧠 ❤️Join D2R for an EDI seminar about mental health in highly performant spaces in honour of the International Day for Persons with Disabilities 📅 December 3 🕐12–1 PM EST 📍Via Zoom 🔗 Register here: buff.ly/t1gvjy8

Join D2R for the next session of the D2R Investor Series with Inès Holzbaur, an experienced investor who will demystify the industry. 📅 28 November 2025 🕚 11:00 –1:00 📍Attend in person or via Zoom. Register here: buff.ly/tcFaGmP #Startups #Investing

💡 Curious about how D2R is turning its Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) vision into action? D2R’s EDI Action Plan was developed through a collaborative process, and outlines key initiatives across three key focus areas 🔗 Learn more:

🧬 D2R invests over $5.3 million in research and $3.9 million in training to advance RNA innovation across Canada over the next two years. 🔗 Foundational Projects | Cycle 2: buff.ly/rDRhJ85 🔗 Research in Motion Projects | Cycle 2: buff.ly/ZCjFser #RNAResearch #Innovation

🧬 Professor Carl Ernst and his team are leading a groundbreaking RNA therapy project aimed at treating Schinzel-Giedion Syndrome supported by D2R’s Translational Impact Research program. 🔗 Learn more: buff.ly/0X51szG #RareDisease #RNAtherapy @mcgillscience.bsky.social @theneuro.bsky.social

🎉 We are proud to launch our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Action Plan! ✨EDI is at the core of D2R’s vision, and the document outlines our current and upcoming EDI initiatives across three key focus areas. Read the Action Plan now: buff.ly/bEybZGg

🌿 At D2R, Indigenous engagement is at the heart of our approach. Hear from Philippe Gros, Loretta Loon, and Laurie Montour on how D2R is bringing Indigenous voices into RNA Research. 🔗 Watch now: buff.ly/uQ7jgKO #IndigenousEngagement #RNAResearch

🧠 Imagine learning your child has a rare brain disorder—and no cure. 💡 With D2R support, Dr. Geneviève Bernard is developing RNA-based therapies to bring hope to families facing that reality. 🔗Read more: buff.ly/2iZEcB3 #RNA #RareDisease #Neuroscience #PrecisionMedicine

🌸 This Wednesday! 🌸 Join D2R , mcgillgci.bsky.social , the Quebec Breast Cancer Foundation, and Audace au Féminin for an inspiring evening to honour breast cancer awareness month! 📅 Wednesday, October 22, 2025 🕔 5:00 – 8:30 PM 📍 Atrium, Bellini Centre Register: buff.ly/C64fHgE

🌸 In Honour of Breast Cancer Awareness Month join D2R , mcgillgci.bsky.social , the Quebec Breast Cancer Foundation, and Audace au Féminin for an inspiring evening! 📅 Wednesday, October 22, 2025 🕔 5:00 – 8:30 PM 📍 Atrium, Bellini Centre Register: buff.ly/C64fHgE #BreastCancerAwareness #RNA

‼️ Deadline Extended ‼️ The new LOI deadline for the Translational Impact Research funding program is October 21, 2025, at 10 AM (Eastern Time)! Get up to 3 million dollars per project for a duration of up to 3 years! 🔗 Apply Now: www.mcgill.ca/dna-to-rna/f...

🔊 Meet @luisdcruzz.bsky.social: Assistant Professor at usherbrooke.bsky.social , focusing on the fundamental mechanisms that govern organelle biogenesis, function, and communication. He has joined UdeS with support from D2R’s New Faculty Start-Up funding program. 🔗 Learn more: buff.ly/eLFLGPr

⏰ Happening this week! 📊 Learn how to strengthen your research with a solid Data Management Plan! 🗓️ Oct 16 2025 🕚12-1 PM 📍Join via zoom 🔗 Register while there's still time: buff.ly/HxJucXe

A big thank you to everyone who attended D2R’s training orientation, whether in person or virtually! It was a great learning about the research across D2R and we’re thrilled to welcome our new trainees! Learn about D2R Training : buff.ly/ne5EPlZ #RNAResearch

🌸 In Honour of Breast Cancer Awareness Month join D2R , mcgillgci.bsky.social , the Quebec Breast Cancer Foundation, and Audace au Féminin for an inspiring evening! 📅 Wednesday, October 22, 2025 🕔 5:00 – 8:30 PM 📍 Atrium, Bellini Centre Register: buff.ly/C64fHgE #BreastCancerAwareness #RNA

🧬💡D2R has published our first impact report! Read about D2R's strategic objectives, funded projects, partnerships and major milestones from the past two years! Read our impact report here: buff.ly/Nw7UGqt

Today is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. A powerful quote from D2R's Loretta Loon encourages us to pause and honour the children, families, and communities impacted by the residential school system and to take meaningful steps toward reconciliation. #EveryChildMatters

🧬 Last week, D2R had the pleasure of hosting Professor Eric Westhof from the University of Strasbourg as part of our seminar series! 🔗 Missed the seminar? Don’t worry, you can catch the full recording on our YouTube channel: buff.ly/6cIpyIm

📣 Calling all D2R Trainee to attend the D2R Training Program Orientation! 📅 In-person: October 6, 2025 4:00–6:30 PM Thomson House 💻 Virtual: October 8, 2025 4:00–5:30 PM EST Zoom 🔗 Register for in-person: buff.ly/6HdL4Kj 🔗 Register for virtual: buff.ly/7nKlF4S

🧬 D2R invests $1.495 million to empower the next generation of RNA researchers 🎓✨ 22 students were funded across 13 programs of study, including trainees at @McGill.ca , The University of British Columbia, and @usherbrooke.bsky.social 🔗 Find out more: buff.ly/yCbyZEa

⏳ One week left! Apply now for the D2R Award in Genomic Medicine and Indigenous Health – a C$25,000 award recognizing excellence and supporting research in these fields! 🔗 Submit your application: www.mcgill.ca/dna-to-rna/f...

🔬 Join us for the next D2R Seminar Series with Eric Westhof on Computer-Based Predictions of RNA Structures: Where Do We Stand? 📅 September 24, 2025 🕚 11AM–12PM EST 📍 D2R Offices (1010 Sherbrooke W, Suite 1800) or via Zoom 📝 Register by September 22 buff.ly/fqb1hHH

🚨 Funding Opportunity: Translational Impact Research (TIR) 🚨 The D2R TIR funding program supports large-scale translational research projects in RNA-based therapeutics 💰 Award: Up to $3 million/project for up to three years 📝 Apply by October 14th 2025 🔗 Learn more: buff.ly/V3qQwem

Meet Olivia Maracle-Hill, a psychology student from Six Nations, who spent her summer in McGill University’s IMPRESS program working on a D2R-funded project Read Olivia's break down of her IMPRESS experience here: buff.ly/94AQiDn #IMPRESSprogram #Indigenousmentorship #IndigenousHealthResearch

This year’s IMPRESS Research Day celebrated a summer of research, learning and cultural connection. With poster presentations, personal testimonies and a hoop dance performance, the event was a hit! Read the story:

🚨 Call for Proposals: D2R International Partnerships Program 🚨 The D2R International Partnerships Program (IPP) provides funding to foster formal, institution-level collaborations between McGill/D2R and world-leading organizations 🔗 Learn more: buff.ly/weWdfHN

🚨 Call for Proposals: D2R International Partnerships Program 🚨 The D2R International Partnerships Program (IPP) provides funding to foster formal, institution-level collaborations between McGill/D2R and world-leading organizations. 🔗 Learn more:https://buff.ly/weWdfHN

A recent The Globe and Mail article, co-authored by Roger-Ketcha Ngassam, from Moderna Canada, and by Dr. Amine Kamen, D2R-supported researcher, explores the critical role of talent in building world-class life sciences ecosystem. Read the full article: buff.ly/WISRLRc

Biochem Seminar: See Prof. @ericmiska.bsky.social, PhD from University of Cambridge today at 12:00 p.m. EST 🧬 Title: "RNA communications to RNA therapies. Lessons from Nature" 📍 Location: McIntyre room (504) McGill McIntyre Medical Sciences Building

🧬August 1st is RNA Day! 🧬 Why August 1st? Because "AUG" marks the start codon in RNA, a signal to begin protein synthesis. Check out these insights from D2R’s scientific leadership, and explore McGill’s deep connection to RNA research here: buff.ly/c5j1Vte #RNA #RNAday

Today is Emancipation Day, marking the abolition of slavery in the British Empire in 1834. Reflect on Canada’s history of slavery, including the enslavement of Black and Indigenous peoples, and its enduring legacies of inequality, while honouring the fight for justice & freedom.

📢 Funding Opportunity: D2R Award in Genomic Medicine and Indigenous Health – Celebrating @genomequebec.bsky.social 's 25th Anniversary 📅 Deadline: Sept 17, 2025 at 5:00 PM EDT 🏆 Award announced at Rendez-Vous Génome Québec on Oct 23, 2025 🔗 Apply here: buff.ly/qJgmfNc

📢 Reminder: The info session for the D2R Postdoctoral Scholar Awards is in 1 week! Learn more about the funding ($70,000/year for 2 years) and how to apply. 💻 Online Info Session: 📅 Tuesday, August 5, 2025 ⏰ 12:30–1:30 PM 🔗 Register: www.mcgill.ca/dna-to-rna/c...

💻 Ensuring effective data management is no small feat. The D2R-HeDS Platform (Health Data Science) helps researchers manage and plan the best ways to collect, share, and publish their data ethically and effectively. 🔗 Explore D2R’s Data Management Plan template here: buff.ly/bY1ADQI #DataScience

🚨 Call for proposals: D2R Clinical Research and Development (CRD) Program 🚨 This program supports innovative research that accelerates the development, validation, and regulatory approval of new diagnostic tools, treatments, and processes. 🔗 Learn more : buff.ly/XG5lMkq

Watch D2R sit down with Laurie Kariiosta Montour. Montour shares insightful recommendations for researchers working in Indigenous health, and highlighted the unique strengths and benefits of Indigenous-led research initiatives. Watch here: buff.ly/vWD2a3D

🎥 Missed our hybrid seminar? Watch @jesseerasmus.bsky.social, Director of Virology at @hdtbio.bsky.social as he shares how their cutting-edge LION/repRNA platform is advancing RNA therapeutics! ▶️ Watch here : buff.ly/bl7Kwp3

📢 Want to apply for the D2R Postdoctoral Scholar Awards? Join our online info session to learn everything you need to know about the program, eligibility, and how to submit an application! 📅 Tuesday, August 5, 2025 ⏰ 12:30–1:30 PM ET 🔗 Register: buff.ly/SFuo3wU

🧩Good data management leads to data that is accessible, interpretable, and reusable in the long term. Check out D2R’s recommended “best practices” when it comes to managing, collecting, and sharing data, as well as promoting open science. 🔗Learn more:https://buff.ly/FKTr2Ux

#D2RProjectSpotlight 🧬 This project, co-funded by Médicament Québec, RNA Technologies and Therapeutics Inc., AReNA, NovoArc GmbH, and the Victor Phillip Dahdaleh Institute, aims to advance next-generation mRNA vaccines. 🔗 Learn more: buff.ly/NlIVF16 @mcgill-research.bsky.social

🚨 Call for applications: D2R Postdoctoral Scholar Awards 🚨 💸 Funding: $70,000/year for two years 🗓 Application Deadline: August 29, 2025, at 5:00pm ET 👉 Learn More: buff.ly/Pf646U8 💻 Register for our online info session to learn more: buff.ly/SFuo3wU

🔊#D2RProjectSpotlight: Poly-NS saRNA dengue vaccine: A novel platform for T cell-driven protection against severe dengue 🧬 Led by Silvia Vidal, this project will adapt an RNA dengue vaccine antigen to a self-amplifying RNA platform 🔗 Learn more:https://buff.ly/b3KkAW5

🧬 There's still time to register for D2R’s next hybrid seminar! Sign up now for Industry Insights: Application of LION/repRNA to develop vaccines and therapies for infectious diseases and cancer! 📅 Happening tomorrow, July 16th 2025 from 1:00 - 2:00 PM 🔗 Register now: buff.ly/AayfR7c

🎥You can’t have research excellence without effective data management. Watch D2R’s Data Science Director, Mathieu Bourgey, break down the importance of data management:https://buff.ly/5GwSj04 Learn more about D2R’s data management team:https://buff.ly/5GwSj04

🔊#D2RProjectSpotlight: Machine learning models for the design of RNA therapeutics: Development of experimental data 🧬 In partnership with Deep Genomics, this project aims to speed up the discovery of RNA-based medicines using artificial intelligence. 🔗 Learn more:https://buff.ly/54i060S

🧬 Register for D2R’s next hybrid seminar: Industry Insights with @jesseerasmus.bsky.social from HDT Bio 📅 Date: July 16th 🕰 Time: 1:00 - 2:00 PM 📍 Location: Zoom & in person 🔗 Register now: buff.ly/AayfR7c #RNA #Biotechnology

🔊#D2RProjectSpotlight: Conversion of a gene therapy into an RNA therapy using a novel nanoparticle system 🧬Researchers at @mcgill.ca in collaboration with QurCan Therapeutics are developing new RNA-based treatment for a rare neurodegenerative disorder 🔗Learn more:https://buff.ly/0NczaMJ

📊 Data management is an essential component of research! D2R’s latest guide on  Research Data Management Guidelines and Best Practices is now live! 📘Dive into the full guide here: buff.ly/FKTr2Ux

D2R has awarded $400,000 to four projects that aim to translate RNA research into real-world solutions, from next-gen vaccines to RNA-based therapeutics. Read more about projects led by Nicolas Moitessier , Jörg Fritz, Benoit Gentil , and Silvia Vidal 💡 Learn more: buff.ly/tiFrrAG