These awards honour individuals and organizations who have made significant contributions to strengthening the BC clinical trials ecosystem. Submit your nominations by December 3, 2024.
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Canada must act now to be prepared for the next public health emergency, recommends a new report on the federal approach to pandemic science advice and research coordination.
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In this interview, Davina speaks on authentic engagement and how taking a leap of faith into patient-oriented research changed her life.
Continue reading “Dr. Davina Banner-Lukaris shares the joy and heartbreak of engaging people with lived experience”
The Patient Engagement in Research (PEiR) Committee seeks to embed lived experience in research and research planning across the interior region.
Continue reading “‘A unique perspective on health’: Patient committee amplifies rural and remote perspectives in BC’s interior”
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is a moment to reflect on the legacy of colonization and the ongoing trauma of Canada’s residential school system. At Health Research BC, we recognize the need for humility and openness as we walk the path to reconciliation.
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In this interview, Robert urges Canada to rapidly use research evidence in health systems, so people can get the care they need.
Continue reading “Dr. Robert Reid shares the urgency of improving health care with research”
As Michael Smith Health Research BC looks ahead to the addition of an Indigenous scholar stream to our salary awards program, we asked Dr. Evan Adams to share his perspectives on supporting health research talent and meeting the future needs of Indigenous researchers.
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After eight years as President & CEO of Michael Smith Health Research BC, Dr. Bev Holmes has informed the Board of her intention to step down once a successor has been appointed.
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Michael Smith Health Research BC is funding 23 new Scholars and 14 Health Professional-Investigators (HP-I), through the 2024 competitions.
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What new trends are happening in clinical trials? What do you need to know to keep up-to-date in the regulatory landscape? What changes are coming that will impact trials?
Continue reading “What are trending topics in clinical trials right now?”