2012 IGH News
December
Dr. Joy Johnson honoured with Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal
The Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal was created to mark the 2012 celebrations of the 60th anniversary of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II's accession to the throne and to honour significant contributions and achievements by Canadians. We are delighted to announce that IGH Scientific Director Dr. Joy Johnson has been selected as one of eight recipients of this prestigious award at the Canadian Institutes of Health Research.
Congratulations Joy!
October
IGH Conference Registration Open and Program Available
Advancing Excellence in Gender, Sex and Health Research
Montréal, Canada
October 29-31, 2012
The conference will explore advances in our understandings of how sex and gender influence the health of women, men, and people of diverse gender identities over the lifespan. It will showcase excellence across the full scope of health research, from cell to society, offering a unique opportunity for interdisciplinary learning and exchange. The conference will feature dynamic presentations on new discoveries and innovative interventions, interactive poster sessions, lively discussions and valuable networking opportunities with leaders in the field.
Details about the exciting line-up of keynote speakers, including world-renowned gender theorist Dr. Raewyn Connell, and the conference program are now available on the conference website.
Satellite Training Opportunity! In conjunction with the conference IGH is holding a one-day Fall Institute for trainees. The Fall Institute will provide training and educational opportunities for graduate students and post-doctoral fellows in the field of gender, sex and health research. More details are available from the conference website.
September
June
- Launch of the Gender, Work and Health Chair Program
- IGH Summer Institute Alumnus and Travel Award Recipient Publishes Sex Differences Paper in JAMA
April
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