Research support, infrastructure, and KT platforms

One of the Institute’s main goals is to position members to seek competitive, peer-reviewed, external awards that will advance their research programs 

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Funding opportunities

The Institute has a limited amount of funding and in-kind resources, which are intended to help members leverage significant external funding opportunities.

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Member services

Mentorship program

The Institute's Mentorship Program is currently undergoing redesign, but you can register at any time to be matched with a faculty mentor, and/or offer to mentor someone else in an area of your expertise. 

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Internal peer review

Internal Peer Review for major CIHR competitions is deemed mandatory by the Cumming School of Medicine, and is supported by the O’Brien Institute for both CIHR and other external funding opportunities. You could be called on as a reviewer from time to time, and this is an excellent way to network with colleagues and contribute to the Institute.

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Infrastructure

The 3rd floor of the Cumming School of Medicine’s CWPH building is the physical hub for the O’Brien Institute for Public Health Institute and the Department of Community Health Sciences. It comprises office space and workstations for faculty members, research staff, and employees, among other resources.

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Communications support

The Institute’s core operations staff includes an experienced Communications and Events team dedicated to improving internal communication and networking among the large membership, and facilitating external communications with key stakeholders, including the public and decision makers. The team also wants to hear your success stories, to help you ensure the greatest possible impact of your research on society.

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University of Calgary

Strategic Research Themes

It is important to understand how your work aligns with, and can support, the six Strategic Research Themes of the University, and to become aware of related activities and opportunities.

Internal Grants

The University of Calgary offers Faculty Seed Grants and other small awards.

Eyes High strategy

The Eyes High strategy has been very significant for the University, and a postdoctoral match-funding competition is available.

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Research Enhancement Program

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