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From Data to Discovery: Writing the Results Section – Webinar

The third session of the MSK Network Writing and Publication Webinar Series titled From Data to Discovery: Writing the Results Section, will focus on what trainees need to know about writing the results section of a manuscript. Featuring presentations from Dr. Dylan Kobsar and Dr. Pavlos Bobos, trainees can also expect to learn about formatting tables and figures for publication.

When: August 7 2025, 2-3pm ET

Register here: https://westernuniversity.zoom.us/meeting/register/VuQJjmODQHmb3XtKbG4M6Q

Meeting ID: 997 1480 2904

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2025 Summer Schools – Application Close Date

The application deadline for both summer schools is less than a week away on April 28, 2025. MSK Network trainees will only be eligible to attend one of the two 2025 summer schools so please apply accordingly.

For more information: https://mskrehabnet.com/trainee-support-opportunities/2025-trainee-summer-schools/

Wearables and Biomechanics 2025 Summer School

The Wearables and Biomechanics 2025 Summer School is a collaboration with the University of British Columbia’s School of Biomedical Engineering. Apply now for a week of learning about advances in biomechanics, IMUs, sport and field applications, and much more!

    • When: June 23 to 26, 2025
    • Where: University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC

Apply here: https://uwo.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_50UrcQDdOJTRKHI

Health Services Research and Health Economic Evaluation Summer School

The Health Services Research and Health Economic Evaluation Summer School is a partnership with the McCaig Institute for Bone and Joint Health at the University of Calgary. The week will focus on health services research, economic evaluation, costing, model-based analysis, and much more!

  • When: August 11 to 15, 2025
  • Where: University of Calgary, Calgary, AB

Apply here: https://uwo.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8jj0qLYaBjXyYVU

General Requirements

  • Applicants must be graduate students registered and attending a Canadian post-secondary institution.
  • Applicants must be a member of the Canadian MSK Rehab Research Network (If you are not already a Network member, apply here: https://mskrehabnet.com/about/current-members/)
  • Applicants will be required to include a 750-word Letter of Interest and a 2-page brief Curriculum Vitae (see the application for more details).

Important Details

  • There is no registration fee for any attendee.
  • Funding support will be provided to trainees who need to travel from out of province in order to attend the summer school. Funding support will include your accommodation and $500 for travel from a neighbouring province, or $1000 for travel from elsewhere (e.g., Ontario, Nova Scotia, etc.). Local students may be able to attend without funding as they will not need accommodation or travel support.
  • Supervisors are expected to provide a minimum of $500 to help cover travel costs for their students. Any trainee not located in the Greater Calgary area (for the University of Calgary Summer School) or the Greater Vancouver area (for the University of British Columbia Summer School) and that needs travel support must provide written proof that their supervisor is providing $500 support to assist with travel expenses.
  • We will be accepting trainees from across Canada. However, due to limited funds and capacity we cannot accept all applications. A review process will be used to determine the successful candidates.
  • Please read the Application Instructions (at the beginning of the Qualtrics form) thoroughly before completing the application as each summer school has its own requirements.

If you have any questions about the summer schools or applications, please email the Network Coordinator at rehabnet@uwo.ca

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Roundtable Discussion: Bots & Fraudulent Data in Survey Research

Digital tools and automation create new challenges for researchers to navigate when conducting virtual surveys. A significant concern is the rising number of bots and fraudulent data. Due to the increase in AI, it is critical to understand how to maintain quality data.

The University of Waterloo will be hosting a round table discussion on bots and fraudulent data in survey research. Best practices for detecting and preventing bot participation, identifying and cleaning fraudulent data, and addressing the challenges posed by imposter respondents will be explored during the session.

When: Tuesday April 22nd, from 1pm-2pm EST

Learn more and register here: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/7eb40176-cc9d-4c8a-a3bc-87743af68de6@723a5a87-f39a-4a22-9247-3fc240c01396

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kNOw-PAIN Conference – Western University

Registration for the free kNOw-PAIN Conference is now open! The event is open to all who are interested, including researchers, clinicians, patients, and others.

The conference will focus on interdisciplinary approaches to pain research and topic highlights include neuropathic pain, psychedelics in pain, and a showcase of local pain research and clinics. The keynote speaker will be Dr. Andrew Rice and attendees will learn from leading experts in pain research.

When: 9am-4pm, March 31, 2025

Where: Great Hall, Western University

For more information and to register visit: https://www.knowpain.ca/conference

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Webinar – Writing Smarter Leveraging Technology for Impactful Publications

The second session of the Writing and Publication Webinar Series titled Writing Smarter: Leveraging Technology for Impactful Publications will take place on March 17th, 2025 from 1pm-2pm EST.

Session two will focus on programs that can assist the writing process and our speakers will provide presentations and short tutorials on four different platforms including ChatGPT, Claude AI, Lucidchart, and Canva.

Registration Link: https://westernuniversity.zoom.us/meeting/register/N0SCC6faTT65J85uAZOuWQ

Meeting ID: 987 5652 6607, Password: 777815

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Canadian Society of Hand Therapists (CSHT) Webinar Series

On March 1, 2025, at 11am ET the CHST Webinar Series session Pathways to becoming a Certified Hand Therapist will take place. The webinar is open to anyone who is interested in becoming a certified hand therapist. Attendees will hear from a panel of experts.

Register for this free webinar here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-BkaoNR0RtWACexKlQlDrw#/registration

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Webinar – Understanding the Journal Review Process

In 2025 the Network will be hosting the Writing and Publication Online Webinar Series which will include 4 sessions on: 1) publishing in MSK rehab research journals, 2) tools and technology for writing manuscripts, 3) creating tables and figures, and 4) patient partner engagement and authorship.

The first session titled Understanding the Journal Review Process: Views from Editorial Review Members will be held on February 5th, at 2:30pm-3:30pm EST. Participants will be able to ask a panel of editorial review members anything they would like to know about the publishing process.

Please register for the event below and answer the posed question: “What do you wish you could ask an editorial review member about publishing in a journal?”

Registration Link: https://westernuniversity.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJModeqqqzgqGtzZU6jUSZZf7umcFgaCYnII

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9th Edition of PAINtalks

PAINtalks aims to offer the public presentations in the field of pain! This bilingual initiative (simultaneous translation available), free and open to all, is inspired by “TED” type presentations. The speakers will discuss controversies and advances in the field of pain!

When: November 7, 2024, at 6:30pm (EDT)
Where: Online or in person (Gésù, Montréal, Québec, 1200 rue Bleury, Montréal). 400 seats on site or a webcast.
Registration fee: None!

To register: https://event.fourwaves.com/fr/paintalks2024/pages

To follow us:
Website https://qnjpirqecd.com/paintalks-2024-2/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RQECDQNJPIPAINtalks
Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/QNJPI_PAINtalks
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0zof4oHWxeMAVzWHgUc-2A/videos

If you have any questions, please contact us at
paintalksqnjpi@gmail.com

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Navigating the Future: Scholarship and Career Options for Trainees

The Canadian MSK Rehab Research Network Trainee Committee will be hosting a webinar designed for trainees by trainees titled: Navigating the Future: Scholarship and Career Options for Trainees on November 15th, 2024, from 12:30pm-2pm EST.

The event is focused primarily on trainee career and professional development and will include sessions on scholarship writing, industry-academic opportunities, things to think about before moving to begin a PhD or postdoctoral position, and transitioning to an industry position. The session will feature presentations from Dr. Roberta Bgeginski, Kyoko Sutton, Amin MohammadiNasrabadi, and Dr. Adrian Lai. The session will be moderated by Dr. Jesse Charlton.

Trainee Committee Webinar Flyer

The webinar is open to Network members, non-Network members, and anyone with an interest in the content.

The webinar will be recorded and uploaded to the MSK Network website. If you prefer to not be recorded, please keep your camera off for the session. There will be a short survey provided at the end of the webinar, please complete this survey to help direct future Network webinars and trainee opportunities.

Zoom link: https://westernuniversity.zoom.us/j/99600183917

Passcode: 508751

 

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McCaig Institute – 2024 Wood Forum

Join the McCaig Institute On November 2nd for information on Bone and Joint Health during the Wood Forum 2024: Back Matters – Advances in Spine Research!

Celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Wood Forum on Saturday, November 2, 2024. This FREE event will feature distinguished speakers in spine health, including Dr. Fred Nicholls, Dr. Ganesh Swamy, and Dr. David Cadotte, and Dr. John McWhae. Enjoy light refreshments, explore a resource fair, and gain insights into the latest advancements in spine research. Register to attend in-person or virtually.

Date: Saturday, November 2, 2024

Time: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM (MDT)

Location: Rozsa Centre, 206 University Court NW, or online

Learn more and register: https://mccaig.ucalgary.ca/news-events/wood-forum