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Seminar: Investigating the Pathobiology of Peripheral Artery Disease – Dr. Terence E. Ryan – December 3

The Myology Institute is hosting a hybrid research seminar featuring Dr. Terence E. Ryan, Associate Professor in the Department of Applied Physiology and Kinesiology and Co-Director of the Center for Exercise Science at the University of Florida. He will present:

“Investigating the Pathobiology of Peripheral Artery Disease: An Opportunity for Skeletal Muscle Biologists.”

This seminar will highlight emerging insights into the biological mechanisms underlying peripheral artery disease and the implications for skeletal muscle function and health.

📅 Date: December 3, 2025

🕒 Time: 3:00–4:00 PM (ET)

📍 Location: Communicore C1-17 (in-person)

🔗 Zoom Link: https://ufl.zoom.us/j/94993503198

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Fragility Fracture Network (FFN) Canada Congress – March 2026

📣 Join us at the Fragility Fracture Network (FFN) Canada Congress!

The FFN Canada Congress will bring together clinicians, researchers, trainees, and health professionals from across the country to share the latest advances in fragility fracture care.

🗓 March 28, 2026

📍 Toronto, Canada (Marriott Downtown, CF Toronto Eaton Centre)

🎓 Call for Abstracts

📝 Deadline: November 30, 2025

💡 Top abstracts may be selected for oral presentation, publication, and a cash prize.

🔗 More information & registration: https://fragilityfracturenetwork.org/ffn-regional-congresses-2026/

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Seminar: MRI Insights Into Skeletal Muscle – Dr. Sean Forbes – November 19

The Muscle Health Research Centre (MHRC) is hosting a hybrid research seminar featuring Dr. Sean Forbes, who will present:

“Insights from Magnetic Resonance Assessment of Skeletal Muscle in Individuals With (and Without) Muscular Dystrophies.”

This session will explore state-of-the-art MRI approaches used to assess skeletal muscle structure and function across different clinical populations.

📅 Date: November 19, 2025

🕒 Time: 3:00–4:00 PM (ET)

📍 Location: Communicore C1-17 (in-person)

💻 Virtual Option: Zoom

🔗 Zoom Link: https://ufl.zoom.us/j/93181474911

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Upcoming MHRC Trainee Seminar on Myogenesis – November 28

📣 Upcoming Event: International Trainee Seminar Series – Myogenesis

The MHRC is hosting its next International Trainee Seminar Series on Friday, November 28 at 10:00 AM (ET) on Zoom.

This session will focus on Myogenesis, featuring presentations from three emerging scholars in the field:

🔹 Jaryeon Lee — York University

🔹 Jonathan Kelebeev — McGill University

🔹 Audrey Saugues — Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1

For full details on speaker topics, please refer to the poster attached.

📌 Register here: Zoom registration

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The abstract submission deadline for the McCaig International Research Conference has been extended to November 12, 2025

Good news!

The abstract submission deadline for the McCaig Institute for Bone and Joint Health International Research Conference: Advancements in Osteoarthritis – From Discovery to Treatment has been extended to November 12, 2025!

🗓 When: March 11–13, 2026

📍 Where: Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge, Alberta’s Canadian Rockies

This conference will bring together experts, trainees, clinicians, and industry partners to share the latest research and innovations in osteoarthritis — including emerging therapies, biochemical and imaging advances, and evolving clinical practices.

📢 Call for Abstracts – Trainees

🆕 New Deadline: November 12, 2025

📩 Notification: November 30, 2025

👉 Learn more, submit your abstract, and register here: https://mccaig.ucalgary.ca/event/international-research-conference

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Improve Knee Joint Health Through Exercise – Study

The Mobilize Lab at the University of Waterloo is recruiting participants between the ages of 25 to 44 years old, who are currently sedentary (> 20 minutes of exercise per day) to participate in their research study.

Participants will receive 16-weeks of FREE virtual resistance training, $50 after study completion, and those who regularly exercise will be entered into bi-weekly giveaways valued at $25!

Over a 20-week period, you will be asked to complete 3 online exercise classes per week, and visit the University of Waterloo (2x) and St. Joseph’s Healthcare in Hamilton (2x) to:

  • Take MRI scans of your knee before and after a treadmill walk to measure cartilage
  • Assess body size measurements
  • Collect blood, to measure immune and inflammatory cells
  • Analyze how your leg moves, to measure forces inside the knee
  • Complete questionnaires to assess your activity and health

To learn more visit: https://uwaterloo.ca/mobilize-clinical-biomechanics-lab/projects/do-you-need-momentum-get-active

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Prospective Student Seeking Post-Doctoral Fellowship – Sahar Johari

Sahar Johari recently completed her PhD in Rehabilitation Science (physical therapy) at Western University under the supervision of Dr. Joy MacDermid. With a background in Occupational Therapy, her research focuses on musculoskeletal rehabilitation, balance and fall prevention, and bone health in older adults, particularly those with osteoporosis, fragility fractures, and fear of falling.

Sahar’s doctoral work combined systematic and scoping reviews, qualitative research, and tool development/validation to create a balance-focused clinical decision support tool for therapists. Sahar also collaborates at the Hand and Upper Limb Centre (St. Joseph’s Hospital, London, ON), contributing to projects on upper-limb recovery and functional outcomes. Sahar brings expertise in mixed-methods research, qualitative and quantitative analysis, and knowledge translation.

Sahar is seeking postdoctoral opportunities in musculoskeletal rehabilitation, aging, and women’s health, particularly those involving clinical and implementation research, digital or remote rehabilitation, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

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Interested colleagues or potential collaborators can reach Sahar at: sjohari@uwo.ca

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McCaig Institute International Research Conference: Advancements in Osteoarthritis – From Discovery to Treatment

The McCaig Institute for Bone and Joint Health International Research Conference: Advancements in Osteoarthritis – From Discovery to Treatment, will bring together experts, trainees, clinicians, and industry partners to explore the latest advances in osteoarthritis research and care.

The conference will focus on emerging therapies for osteoarthritis, advances in chemical and biochemical approaches, innovative imaging modalities, and evolving clinical practices.

When: March 11–13, 2026
Where: Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge in Alberta’s Canadian Rockies

Call for Abstracts – Trainees
Deadline: October 31, 2025
Notification: November 30, 2025

For more information: https://mccaig.ucalgary.ca/event/international-research-conference

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From Experience to Evidence: Partnering with Patients in Rehab Research

Session four of the Writing and Publication Series titled “From Experience to Evidence: Partnering with Patients in Rehab Research” will focus on what trainees would like to know about patient partner engagement in research.

Three engaging sessions will be provided by Dr. Joy MacDermid, Dr. Katie Kowalski, and Dr. Aliki Thomas.

When: November 24, from 12-1pm ET

Register here: https://westernuniversity.zoom.us/meeting/register/FxiVoLecTWqdL5cucnhnBw

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Prospective Student Seeking Research Position – Norio Tomita

Norio Tomita is a PhD candidate in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Montreal. Norio has completed the final requirements and will be completing their PhD this fall.

Norio is seeking a research position. Norio is an ultrasound engineer with skills in non-invasive measurement and medical image analysis. Through their PhD program, they have gained experience in clinical study design, ethical review, and biostatistics. Norio will also be participating in several task forces within the Fascia Research Society, where they will be able to share the latest insights into fascia research.

For more information contact: norio.tomita@gmail.com