The Biotechnology Initiative Lecture Series 2009
March 17, 2009 by admin
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The TBI Lecture Series took place in the MacLeod Auditorium of the Medical Sciences Building at the University of Toronto on Tuesday April 14th and Wednesday April 15th, 2009
Lecture Outlines
THE BIOTECHNOLOGY INITIATIVE LECTURES
(Program with Ontario Curriculum 2008 links)
Tuesday, April 14th, 10:00 a.m. and
Wednesday, April 15th, 1:00 p.m.
“CRIME SCIENCE”
Ms. Linda Williams, Centre of Forensic Sciences
Discover the latest advances in the field of crime fighting. Join a forensic scientist to investigate how DNA analysis and body-fluid identification methods are used to solve real criminal cases.
- Genetics (Gr. 11-SBI3C)
- Cellular Biology (Gr. 11-SBI3C)
- Genetic Processes (Gr. 11-SBI3U)
- Evolution (Gr. 11-SBI3U)
- Diversity of Living Things (Gr. 11-SBI3U)
- Molecular Genetics (Gr. 12-SBI4U)
- Medical Technologies (Gr. 12-SNC4M)
- Biotechnology (Gr. 12-SNC4M)
Tuesday, April 14th, 11:00 a.m.
“DEVELOPING DRUGS FOR VIRAL PANDEMICS”
Dr. Eleanor Fish, Head, Division of Cellular & Molecular Biology, Toronto General Research Institute, University Health Network
There have been 10 pandemics of influenza A in the past 300 years. Pandemics of influenza occurred in 1918, 1957 and 1968. The pandemic of 1918 and 1919 killed 50 million to 100 million people. With today’s world population of 6.5 billion – more than three times that in 1918 – even a relatively “mild” pandemic could kill many millions of people. The threat of the SARS coronavirus and the global HIV epidemic have hastened the development of antiviral drugs
- Cellular Biology (Gr. 11-SBI3C)
- Genetics (Gr. 11-SBI3C)
- Genetic Processes (Gr. 11-SBI3U)
- Evolution (Gr. 11-SBI3U)
- Diversity of Living Things (Gr. 11-SBI3U)
- Molecular Genetics (Gr. 12-SBI4U)
- Medical Technologies (Gr. 12-SNC4M)
- Pathogens and Disease (Gr. 12-SNC4M)
- Science and Public Health Issues (Gr. 12-SNC4M)
- Biotechnology (Gr. 12-SNC4M)
- Disease and Its Prevention (Gr. 12-SNC4E)
Tuesday, April 14th, 12 noon
“USING DNA AS A TOOL TO CONSERVE VANISHING SPECIES AND REVEAL NATURAL HISTORY”
Oliver Haddrath, Dept. of Natural History, Royal Ontario Museum
Learn how the Department of Natural History at the Royal Ontario Museum is using DNA to study a variety of different question ranging from how best to preserve endangered species, to finding out how all life on earth is related to each other. This presentation will showcase a few of these projects, ones that deal with conservation, systematics, biogeography and the tree of life.”
- Genetics (Gr. 11-SBI3C)
- Genetic Processes (Gr. 11-SBI3U)
- Evolution (Gr. 11-SBI3U)
- Diversity of Living Things (Gr. 11-SBI3U)
- Molecular Genetics (Gr. 12-SBI4U)
- Biotechnology (Gr. 12-SNC4M)
Tuesday, April 14th, 1:00 p.m.
“BIOTECHNOLOGY IN YOUR WORLD”
Dr. Paula Demacio, Professor of Biotechnology, Centennial College
Discover the wonders of biotechnology in your world! Journey to various places in your city to uncover how biotechnology affects your lives. From the grocery store to the pharmacy, the pet store to the police station, exciting advances in biotechnology can be found everywhere!
- Genetics (Gr. 11-SBI3C)
- Genetic Processes (Gr. 11-SBI3U)
- Diversity of Living Things (Gr. 11-SBI3U)
- Molecular Genetics (Gr. 12-SBI4U)
- Biotechnology (Gr. 12-SNC4M)
Wednesday, April 15th, 10:00 a.m.
“STEM CELLS IN HEALTH AND DISEASE”
Dr. Jean Wang, Researcher, Division of Cell and Molecular Biology, University Health Network
Stem cells are master cells that provide the source material for all organs and tissue. They are found in the embryo and as rare cells in adult tissues including blood, skin, muscle and intestines. Because of their regenerative capabilities, stem cells have the potential to treat or cure diseases. Recently, scientists have discovered ways to reprogram adult human cells to behave like stem cells, bypassing the ethical issues associated with the use of human embryonic stem cells. In addition, recent evidence suggests that tumour growth may also be driven by stem cells, a notion which has important implications for cancer treatment.
- Genetics (Gr. 11-SBI3C)
- Cellular Biology (Gr. 11-SBI3C)
- Genetic Processes (Gr. 11-SBI3U)
- Diversity of Living Things (Gr. 11-SBI3U)
- Molecular Genetics (Gr. 12-SBI4U)
- Medical Technologies (Gr. 12-SNC4M)
- Biotechnology (Gr. 12-SNC4M)
- Science and Public Health Issues (Gr. 12-SNC4M)
Wednesday, April 15th, 11:00 a.m.
“DNA FROM FOSSILS AND THE BENEFIT OF TIME TRAVEL”
Dr. Regis Debruyne, Professor, Ancient DNA Centre, Department of Anthropology, McMaster University
This presentation will explore the possibilities of extracting DNA from fossil remains and using it to in solve long-standing questions about origins, migrations and extinction. The feasibility of resurrecting extinct animals via cloning will also be discussed.
- Genetics (Gr. 11-SBI3C)
- Genetic Processes (Gr. 11-SBI3U)
- Evolution (Gr. 11-SBI3U)
- Diversity of Living Things (Gr. 11-SBI3U)
- Molecular Genetics (Gr. 12-SBI4U)
- Biotechnology (Gr. 12-SNC4M)
Wednesday, April 15th, 12:00 noon
“THE SCIENCE AND SOCIAL IMPACT OF GENOMICS”
Dr. Shane Green, Director, Outreach, Ontario Genomics Institute
This presentation is an energetic look at where genomics has come from and where it might lead.
- Cellular Biology (Gr. 11-SBI3C)
- Genetics (Gr. 11-SBI3C)
- Genetic Processes (Gr. 11-SBI3U)
- Molecular Genetics (Gr. 12-SBI4U)
- Medical Technologies (Gr. 12-SNC4M)
- Biotechnology (Gr. 12-SNC4M)
- Science and Public Health Issues (Gr. 12-SNC4M)
Merck Frosst ‘Exploring Minds’ Workshops
March 17, 2009 by admin
Held Tuesday, April 14, 2009 (10:00 am)
Wednesday, April 15, 2009 (10:00 am)
“A MICROBIAL MYSTERY” Faculty, Department of Biological Sciences and Applied Chemistry, Seneca College
An outbreak occurs! A bacterial contaminant is suspected! How do microbiologists determine the identity of the microscopic culprit? Be a microbial sleuth and track down the world’s smallest living organisms. In this hands-on workshop students will use modern microbiological laboratory techniques to identify unknown, non-pathogenic bacteria.
Tuesday, April 14th (11:00 a.m.)
Wednesday, April 15th (11:00 a.m.)
“FRONTIER IN GENOMICS”
Faculty, Department of Biological Sciences and Applied Chemistry, Seneca College
Students enrolled in this workshop will get hands-on experience in genomic identification and how this information can be used for identification of drug targets, new proteins and genetic differences between individuals.
Tuesday, April 14th (1:00 p.m.)
Wednesday, April 15th (1:00 p.m.)
“CSI AT HOME AND IN THE LAB”
Faculty, Department of Biological Sciences and Applied Chemistry, Seneca College
Learn how to isolate DNA using only materials that you can find in your household. Then using techniques, learn how they can lead to catching the criminal.
This year’s exhibition is in the Stone Lobby of the Medical Sciences Building at the University of Toronto, 1 King’s College Circle; April 14-15, 2009.