Pre-Conference Virtual Short Talks – Tuesday

CSPC is happy to announce that this year the Pre-Conference Virtual Short Talks will be open and accessible to the general public. Please join us for some stimulating 10-minute presentations on diverse topics, ranging from cutting-edge research innovations to practical applications in science policy. This event will feature an engaging lineup of speakers who will share their insights and expertise, fostering meaningful discussions and inspiring new ideas. Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge and engage with thought leaders in the field!

Presented By: Diya Khamar

In an era defined by rapid technological advancements and the widespread influence of Artificial Intelligence (AI), scientific integrity is paramount. This short talk aims to explore youth-led policy solutions to ensure ethical AI integration in scientific research. Emphasizing the innovative potential of the younger generation, the talk will highlight their role in shaping policies that promote transparency, accountability, and collaboration. By proposing amendments to the Model Policy on Scientific Integrity, we aim to foster an environment where integrity and innovation thrive, ensuring responsible AI usage and benefiting all stakeholders.

Presented By: Dr. Rosanne Aleong & Dr. Allison Sekuler

Learn how Defy Dementia, as part of Canada’s National Dementia Strategy, engaged persons with lived experience and national partners to co-design and disseminate evidence-based, culturally appropriate, and accessible public education to raise awareness about the modifiable risk factors for dementia, motivate behaviour change and reduce stigma.

Presented By: Kaia Motter

This presentation will focus on the policies, workflows, editorial interventions, and technological innovations Springer Nature has deployed to facilitate the sharing of open research artifacts. In the context of requirements from funders/institutions, and the needs of different research communities, what is Springer Nature doing to eliminate barriers to participation?

Presented By: Dr. Jillian Banfield

People deserve to have input on the decisions that affect them. Patient partnership is a way that patients can actively contribute to health care research. The Institute of Genetics (one of the Canadian Institutes of Health Research) has a systematic approach to supporting patient partnership. We share our lessons learned.

Presented By: Sivagowry Lewis

Applied research has been contributing to the innovation ecosystem for decades and moving Canada’s industry and innovation strategy. Complimentary but different to basic research, applied research address real-world problems in real -time! The essence of applied research is identifying practical solutions to industry driven specific problems. Applied research is accelerating solution to market while transforming and contribute to economy and job creation. The Canadian industry is primary made-up up of small businesses and medium sized enterprise which employ 63.8% (StatsCan 2022) of the workforce. Applied research is a way to connect this industry to the innovation ecosystem. Many reports have demonstrated that businesses are struggling with technological development sustainability and have limited resources to face these challenges. Applied research ecosystem however lacks the visibility, often misunderstood in terms of what is applied research and pivotal role we play in contributing to Canadian innovation ecosystem, steady industry competitiveness and train the future workforce. This panel will highlight how colleges and polytechnics support Canada’s industry and innovation strategy and the impacts made to emerging economic trends. The panel also highlights what is the value proposition of applied research, benefits of industry partnership and how applied research elevates the innovation ecosystem.

Presented By: Dr. Josephine Etowa

The proposed panel discussion will focus on best practices for race-based data (RBD) collection for African, Caribbean and Black Canadians (ACB) and how these practices can be used to develop an RBD framework to dismantle and eliminate structural racism, and improve health outcomes for this vulnerable population.