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The Sinclair Cancer Research Institute is improving outcomes for people with cancer; with research & training we are helping people live longer & better lives!
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Save the dates! More info coming soon. We're pleased to announce SIX upcoming speakers in our @sinclaircri.bsky.social seminar series. @queensuhealth.bsky.social @queensuresearch.bsky.social
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January 15, 2026 at 3:37 PM
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Sharing a Canadian Cancer Society video featuring the CO21 CHALLENGE clinical trial that proved exercise improves colon cancer survival #TrialsThatMatter @cancersociety.bsky.social
The Challenge Trial: How a world-first clinical trial shows exercise improves colon cancer survival.
Funded by the Canadian Cancer Society, a groundbreaking clinical trial has proven that physical activity can improve survival for colon cancer. The findings of the CCTG CO21 Challenge clinical trial…
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December 24, 2025 at 12:01 PM
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Pleased to announce the first speaker in our @sinclaircri.bsky.social 2026 seminar series! Dr. Haase of UBC Nursing, hosted by our CCE division's Dr. Galica, will be presenting on Jan 22nd. Everyone is welcome! Qs? Please email scri@queensu.ca @queensuhealth.bsky.social @queensuresearch.bsky.social
December 19, 2025 at 1:40 PM
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Our @sinclaircri.bsky.social Dr Mueller & PhD student Sydney Shepherd are studying mDETECT, a simple blood test that looks for DNA changes to help find & track ovarian cancer. They recently sat down for a Q&A with #OvarianCanada. More on this important research ⬇️
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Q&A: Early Detection of Ovarian Cancer with Dr. Christopher Mueller and Sydney Shepherd - Ovarian Cancer Canada
Learn how Dr. Christopher Mueller and Sydney Shepherd are developing mDETECT, a blood test for early detection and monitoring of ovarian cancer, including high-risk BRCA carriers and rare subtypes.
ovariancanada.org
December 18, 2025 at 5:22 PM
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Congratulations to @sinclaircri.bsky.social associate member Dr Neil Renwick & team at #SEAMO on receiving a 2025 Provincial Innovation Fund Award, opening the door to earlier diagnosis & better care for patients across Ontario 👏👏👏 @queensuhealth.bsky.social
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SEAMO Clinician Scientist Dr. Neil Renwick Receives Provincial Innovation Fund Award | Southeastern Ontario Academic Medical Organization
Project: Optimizing cancer care delivery through maximally informative molecular diagnostics SEAMO is celebrating a major milestone with the announcement that Dr. Neil Renwick has been selected by the...
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December 12, 2025 at 2:41 PM
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Please check out our newest publication identifying a new function of extracellular vesicles! dx.doi.org/10.1002/jev2...
Extracellular Vesicles Define Discrete Nano‐Based Niches Within the Human Haematopoietic System
Stem cell niches are complex multi-signalling networks comprised of molecular cues and physical interactions, orchestrated by niche-resident cells and the extracellular factors they produce. The bone....
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November 27, 2025 at 8:33 PM
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Dr. Sébastien Talbot, a member of #SCRI, explores how the nervous system might have an important role in treating tumors. Read all about how Dr. Talbot is advancing the field of cancer neuroscience ⬇️ @queensuhealth.bsky.social @queensuresearch.bsky.social
www.queensu.ca/gazette/stor...
The nerve to fight cancer | Queen's Gazette
Associate professor Sebastien Talbot is paving the way for new cancer therapies through the nerve–immune connection
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November 14, 2025 at 2:06 PM
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Dr. Désy's seminar is in just nine days, and we can't wait! Reg'n is simple and quick. Click the link below or scan the QR code in the poster.
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November 5, 2025 at 3:50 PM
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Delighted that SCRI can support #CCRC2025 program planned by @ccralliance.bsky.social
Looking forward to some exciting science and meeting great colleagues @sinclaircri.bsky.social
November 2, 2025 at 3:49 PM
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3 upcoming seminars we are stoked about!
- @pmresearch-uhn.bsky.social's @vukstambolic.bsky.social
- #ohribmc Dr. Piriya Yoganathan
- @ulaval.ca's Dr. Jean Désy
Qs? Email us: scri@queensu.ca @andrewcraigscri.bsky.social
@mulliganlab.bsky.social @drpostovit.bsky.social
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October 28, 2025 at 12:14 PM
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A unique opportunity to hear about the challenges & wonders of practicing medicine for decades amongst the Cree in James Bay & Inuit in Nunavik. Award-winning educator & poet Dr. Désy will cover the value of teamwork, soul-to-soul connections, poetry/literature & humor. @queensuhealth.bsky.social
October 16, 2025 at 3:09 PM
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We're excited to announce the next speaker in our #SCRI seminar series! Dr. Vuk Stambolic will be presenting here
@sinclaircri.bsky.social in #YGK on Oct 30th. Everyone is welcome! @pmresearch-uhn.bsky.social @queensuhealth.bsky.social @queensuresearch.bsky.social #breastcancer
October 15, 2025 at 3:31 PM
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Happy #Thanksgiving weekend 🇨🇦 #YGK 🍁
October 12, 2025 at 11:39 AM
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Proud to be a platinum supporter of #CCRC2025. #CanadianScience #CancerResearch
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ccralliance.bsky.social ccralliance.bsky.social @ccralliance.bsky.social · Oct 10
🚨 The #CCRC2025 Scientific Program LIVE!

Join us Nov 2–4 in Calgary for plenaries, posters, concurrent sessions, lightning talks, and more.

Explore the future of cancer research in Canada.

🔗 www.ccra-acrc.ca/conference/p...

#CancerResearch #CanadianScience
October 11, 2025 at 10:19 AM
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The #CCTG Pharmacy Network needs pharmacy representation for the Pharmacy Network Steering Group and the Pharmacy Network Disease Site. Find out more and how to apply > buff.ly/ybihH1Y
October 10, 2025 at 12:03 PM
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Microscopic “bubble robots” could one day offer new ways to treat brain cancer 🧠.

#QueensU researcher Xian Wang is developing magnetically guided, ultrasound-activated bubbles that destroy tumors while sparing healthy tissue.

🔗 bit.ly/4nJgb3A

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Engineering microrobots for precision brain cancer treatment | Queen's Gazette
Queen’s engineer earns national grant to test microscopic robots that could one day help treat aggressive brain cancer.
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October 6, 2025 at 3:49 PM
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#CCTG trial spotlight for #GynecologicCancerAwarenessMonth: EN10 is exploring if some people with low-risk endometrial cancer can safely receive less treatment after surgery, reducing side effects without affecting outcomes.
#EndometrialCancer #SolvingCancerTogether

Trial Info -> buff.ly/HNFFDOt
September 26, 2025 at 11:15 AM
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It's #WorldCancerResearchDay. Together, we advance #research that is meaningful, inclusive, and benefits all. #Cancer is a shared, global challenge-one that demands collaboration to spark the innovations that save lives. We stand with science. We stand with hope. #CancerResearchWorks #QueensUHealth
September 24, 2025 at 12:28 PM
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Tomorrow! #BladderCancerCanada walks for #bladdercancer #ygk
sinclaircri.bsky.social Sinclair Cancer Research Institute @sinclaircri.bsky.social · Sep 3
Upcoming walks, runs, marches right here in #ygk
September 20, 2025 at 11:34 AM
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Our next seminar is only 3 weeks away, and we can't wait! Everyone is welcome. Qs? Please email scri@queensu.ca. To see a list of our upcoming seminars, please visit our Seminar Series page on our website: scri.queensu.ca/about-us/sem...
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September 18, 2025 at 7:20 PM
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A special shout-out to some of our @sinclaircri.bsky.social incredible researchers helping #FinishIt in today's #TerryFoxRun here in #ygk. And a huge thank you to our Team CBG-SCRI captain, Dr. Brandy Hyndman of @mulliganlab.bsky.social. Bravo!
👏👏👏👏 #cancerresearch
mulliganlab.bsky.social Lois Mulligan @mulliganlab.bsky.social · Sep 14
#SCRI at #TerryFoxRun. Cancer research at Queen’s is out to run!
September 14, 2025 at 9:40 PM
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Today on this 45th Annual #TerryFoxRun, we @sinclaircri.bsky.social are proud to help carry forward Terry's vision by expanding access to life-saving #cancer testing & treatment through the @marathonofhope.bsky.social @terryfoxresearch.bsky.social
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Advancing Terry Fox’s vision for cancer research | Queen's Gazette
Queen’s researchers support a Canada-wide network expanding access to care and improving cancer outcomes.
www.queensu.ca
September 14, 2025 at 11:47 AM
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“These efforts position Queen’s and the SCRI as a leader in cancer genomics while directly improving care for patients,” says Dr. Simpson. “It demonstrates the impact that collaboration can have on both research and patient care.” – Dr. Amber Simpson
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Advancing Terry Fox’s vision for cancer research | Queen's Gazette
Queen’s researchers support a Canada-wide network expanding access to care and improving cancer outcomes.
www.queensu.ca
September 12, 2025 at 6:33 PM
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This #OvarianCancerAwarenessMonth, #CCTG continues the research toward new and better treatment options for #ovariancancer patients.
#SolvingCancerTogether #CancerResearch
September 10, 2025 at 2:32 PM
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Applications for the 2026 Common Sense Oncology Cancer Health Services Research Fellowship will close on Sept 18, 2025 @ 4 pm EDT. If you are in the clinical or medical oncology field, this opportunity is for you!

View the posting online: tinyurl.com/37cdc5sy

#CommonSenseOncology #CancerCare
Queen's University. Common Sense Oncology Cancer Health Services Research Fellowship. Apply today to help build a cancer care system focused on outcomes that matter.
September 3, 2025 at 6:40 PM