Learn how our Canadian chemical sciences community is meeting today’s biggest challenges! With this new series of virtual discussions, the CIC is connecting the Canadian chemistry and chemical engineering community and amplifying the fantastic work that they do to tackle issues, from teaching online in the age of COVID-19 to reflecting a more inclusive society.

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Upcoming Events & Webinars

Wednesday, August 12, 2020, 12:00 ET

CIC Talks

Professional Development

“SciComm 101”

Ki-Youn Kim
Chemical Institute of Canada

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SciComm 101

In recent years, there has been a higher interest and demand for science communication (or commonly known as "SciComm"). However, for those who are unsure about where to start, science communication can pose as a challenge. This webinar is an introduction to the field, where the attendees will learn about evidence-based best practices and the fundamentals to get you started.

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Past Events & Webinars

Wednesday, July 29, 2020, 12:00 ET

CIC Talks

Environment

“Saving solvents”

Andrew Dicks, Leanna Smid, and John Russell
University of Toronto

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Saving solvents

After being introduced to the principles of green chemistry by Professor Andrew Dicks, undergraduate students Leanna Smid and John Russell were inspired to apply them to the challenge of recycling the solvents used in teaching laboratories. Their efforts resulted in SoluSave, a start-up company dedicated to developing the technology to change the way universities handle this waste stream.

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Wednesday, July 22, 2020, 12:00 ET

CIC Talks

Materials and Technology

“Self-Driving Labs for Materials Discovery”

Phil De Luna
National Research Council Canada

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Self-Driving Labs for Materials Discovery

Far from being the nemesis portrayed in science fiction scenarios, artificial intelligence should be the most efficient and productive lab technician any researcher could ever want. As director of the National Research Council’s Materials and Clean Fuels Program, Phil De Luna has high expectations for the role that AI can play in accelerating the pace of innovation in this strategic area.

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Wednesday, July 15, 2020, 12:00 ET

CIC Talks

Health & Safety

“Safety at the bench”

Dana Ménard
University of Windsor
John Trant, MCIC,
University of Windsor

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Safety at the bench

Laboratory accidents occur in Canadian university laboratories, but very little is known about how often they happen, how severe they are, and what is being done to prevent them. This husband and wife team from the University of Windsor are combining chemical laboratory experience with psychological expertise to assess the safety culture on campuses and how it could be improved.

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Wednesday, July 8, 2020, 12:00 ET

CIC Talks

Professional Development

“NSERC grant programs”

Talk by NSERC
Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council, NSERC

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NSERC grant programs

As the cornerstone Canadian agency supporting research in the chemical sciences, what happens at NSERC is relevant to everyone in these fields. A team of program officers from NSERC provides updates on the latest round of granting competition, newer initiatives such as the Alliance funding stream, and how the growing volume of COVID-related research is being handled.

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Thursday, June 25, 2020, 12:00 ET

CIC Talks

Education

“Taking labs into cyberspace”

Rashmi Venkateswaran
University of Ottawa

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Taking labs into cyberspace

The COVID pandemic has forced Canadian universities to adopt virtual strategies for all forms of instruction, but what about laboratory-based programs, where hands-on activities are an integral part of the experience? Teaching laboratory manager Rashmi Venkateswaran explores how she has been addressing this challenge and what plans are in store for the 2020 fall term.

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Wednesday, June 17, 2020, 12:00 ET

CIC Talks

Education

“Learning in the online classroom”

Alison Flynn, MCIC
University of Ottawa

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Learning in the online classroom

Alison Flynn has spent much of her career exploring the techniques and technology that make it possible to deliver a great deal of chemistry instruction in an on-line format. The COVID-19 pandemic forced her to apply this approach to all of her teaching activities. The experience yielded a number of insights that she is pleased to share with others who are facing the same challenge.

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Thursday, May 28, 2020, 12:00 ET

CIC Talks

Part of: 2020 Annual General Meeting of the Members of The Canadian Society for Chemistry

“Creating Successful Chemistry”

Alison Thompson, MCIC
Dalhousie University

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Wednesday, May 27, 2020, 12:00 ET

CIC Talks

Part of: 2020 Annual General Meeting of the Members of The Chemical Institute of Canada

“Teaching to, and from, the rainbow”

Nola Etkin, MCIC
University of Prince Edward Island

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