Discover how MIRA members and trainees are making a significant impact in aging research, local communities, and global policy. The McMaster Institute for Research on Aging (MIRA) and our focused research Centres, the Labarge Centre for Mobility in Aging and the MIRA | Dixon Hall Centre, invite you to a day of knowledge sharing and connection with McMaster’s interdisciplinary aging research community.
Details
Date: October 10, 2024
Location: Royal Botanical Gardens, Hamilton, Ontario
Event Highlights:
- Opening Remarks & MIRA Year in Review: Gain insights into the latest advancements and achievements in aging research.
- New Research & Collaborations: Learn about groundbreaking projects and innovative collaborations.
- Poster Session & Judging: Explore exciting research posters and engage with researchers and trainees.
- MIRA Trainee Research Highlights: Hear from emerging researchers about their impactful work.
- Plenary Session & Closing Remarks: Be inspired by thought-provoking discussions about the future of aging research supported by MIRA.
Networking Opportunities:
- Connect with colleagues and researchers from across the University.
- Develop connections with potential collaborators or future supervisors.
- Learn about how MIRA and McMaster’s aging research community can support you!
Poster Submissions
Researchers and trainees are invited to present their research posters at our flagship interdisciplcinary poster fair. Submit your poster by September 26, 2024, and participate in the trainee poster competition. Poster submission is through the registration link.
Agenda (subject to change):
08:30 – 09:00: Registration, breakfast, and poster viewing
09:15 – 10:00: Opening remarks and MIRA year in review
10:00 – 11:00: New research and collaborations
11:00 – 11:45: Poster session and judging
11:45 – 12:30: Lunch and networking
12:30 – 13:00: MIRA trainee research highlights
13:00 – 14:00: Plenary
14:00 – 14:30: Closing remarks and award announcements
14:30 – 15:30: Optional walk of RBG grounds (admission included for all attendees)
Join us to celebrate the advancements in aging research and foster new opportunities for collaboration. We look forward to seeing you there!
