Undergraduate Students

Call for Applicants: Summer 2026 Internship

rachel.mutombo@mcgill.ca — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 19:49:42 +0000

The HeDS-D2R Platform is seeking two interdisciplinary interns passionate about the intersection of biology, data science, and RNA therapeutics to join the team and contribute to a project that makes a real difference in the genomics and research community.

Two Project Tracks:

D2R X NRC Biomanufacturing Collaboration Event

rachel.mutombo@mcgill.ca — Wed, 11 Feb 2026 21:27:33 +0000

A half day showcase of D2R and the National Research Council’s shared bio

Event | Montreal Multiomics Mixer

rachel.mutombo@mcgill.ca — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 16:50:39 +0000

Join researchers and biotech Industry sponsors for an evening of networking and multiomics discussions at Thompson House on the ��VR��Ƶ Campus. Open Bar and light bites provided. The conversations and craft beer will be flowing!

Training Event | Demystifying Data Science

roberta.santangelo@mcgill.ca — Tue, 13 Jan 2026 16:28:59 +0000

Join us for a 2-hour introductory training on how data science powers modern genomics and RNA research within D2R.

D2R X Norton Rose Fulbright | Protecting Your Ideas: A Guide for Innovators

rachel.mutombo@mcgill.ca — Wed, 11 Feb 2026 20:54:34 +0000

“Innovation” is everywhere these days—but beyond the buzzword, what does it really mean for a young company, and how can you turn it into a concrete competitive advantage?

Strengthening Global Capacity Through a New Partnership with the PATH RNA Cooperative and support from the Gates Foundation

rachel.mutombo@mcgill.ca — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 15:17:17 +0000

Montreal, QC, February 25, 2026 - ��VR��Ƶ’s DNA to RNA (D2R) Initiative - a $165M initiative funded by the Government of Canada through the Canada First Research Excellence Fund to turn genomic discoveries into RNA-based treatments - is expanding its global health impact.

D2R X Norton Rose Fulbright | Protecting Your Ideas: A Guide for Innovators

rachel.mutombo@mcgill.ca — Fri, 13 Feb 2026 20:15:49 +0000

“Innovation” is everywhere these days—but beyond the buzzword, what does it really mean for a young company, and how can you turn it into a concrete competitive advantage? This presentation demystifies intellectual property (IP) and shows why it matters far more than many founders think.

We’ll explore briefly the different forms of IP and clarify what each protects in practical terms. You’ll discover when an idea becomes an “invention,” when you should consider filing a patent, and who the right professionals are to guide you along the way.

D2R X NRC Biomanufacturing Collaboration Event

rachel.mutombo@mcgill.ca — Fri, 13 Feb 2026 16:13:21 +0000

A half day showcase of D2R and the National Research Council’s shared biomanufacturing and bioengineering research priorities. Researchers from both the NRC and the D2R community will present on their platform and biomanufacturing-aligned work, including gene editing, mRNA production and optimization, lipid nanoparticle formulation, and RNA therapeutic delivery systems.

��VR��Ƶ and Moderna Launch Breakthrough RNA Project Through D2R to Advance Made-in-Canada Innovation

rachel.mutombo@mcgill.ca — Wed, 04 Feb 2026 19:11:05 +0000

Montreal, QC, February 5, 2026 — ��VR��Ƶ researchers, supported by the DNA to RNA (D2R) initiative and Moderna, are launching a pioneering research project that aims to further the fundamentals of ribonucleic acid (RNA) medicines by enhancing our understanding of the three-dimensional structure of full-length messenger RNA (mRNA).

D2R invests over $1.2 million for Postdoctoral Scholars

rachel.mutombo@mcgill.ca — Mon, 05 Jan 2026 18:57:58 +0000

Montreal, January 21, 2026 – The D2R | DNA to RNA Initiative at ��VR��Ƶ proudly announces the recipients of the inaugural Postdoctoral Scholar Awards. Alongside the Master’s and Doctoral Scholar awards, this funding program recognizes outstanding trainees working on diverse D2R-aligned research projects and brings outstanding postdoctoral researchers from across Canada and abroad to the D2R Initiative.

Webinar | Anti-Black Racism in Health Research

roberta.santangelo@mcgill.ca — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 18:13:56 +0000

In honour of Black History Month, D2R invites you to an interactive webinar on “Anti-Black Racism in Health Research.” This session will explore the history of slavery in Canada, trace the evolution of anti-Black racism within Canadian heal

Interview with Thomas Duchaine: a vaccine that fights COVID-19… and cancer!

roberta.santangelo@mcgill.ca — Mon, 15 Dec 2025 20:23:03 +0000

D2R's funded-researcher Thomas Duchaine recently sat down with Radio-Canada to discuss emerging research suggesting that RNA vaccines developed for COVID-19 may also enhance the effectiveness of certain cancer treatments.

EDI Workshop: Mental Health in Highly Performant Environments

roberta.santangelo@mcgill.ca — Wed, 12 Nov 2025 21:48:11 +0000

Mental health in high-performing research environments is a shared responsibility and a growing challenge we must address together.

Single Cell Technologies in Pre-Clinical & Clinical Solutions

rachel.mutombo@mcgill.ca — Mon, 24 Nov 2025 21:45:33 +0000

The Single Cell Club presents the twice-annual in-person single cell discussion. This event will be held Thursday, December 4th from 5-7pm at Thomson house.

Call for expressions of interest | Summer 2026 Internship

rachel.mutombo@mcgill.ca — Tue, 18 Nov 2025 16:07:32 +0000

D2R is excited to announce this brand new opportunity for internships to Black undergraduate students in summer 2026 in partnership with COUHR. COUHR is a student-run non-profit organization partnering with research institutions across Canada to provide funded summer internships for underrepresented undergraduate students in fields such as neuroscience, biophysics, and genetics.

Undergraduate Students

Call for Applicants: Summer 2026 Internship

D2R X NRC Biomanufacturing Collaboration Event

Event | Montreal Multiomics Mixer

Training Event | Demystifying Data Science

D2R X Norton Rose Fulbright | Protecting Your Ideas: A Guide for Innovators

Strengthening Global Capacity Through a New Partnership with the PATH RNA Cooperative and support from the Gates Foundation

D2R X Norton Rose Fulbright | Protecting Your Ideas: A Guide for Innovators

D2R X NRC Biomanufacturing Collaboration Event

����VR��Ƶ and Moderna Launch Breakthrough RNA Project Through D2R to Advance Made-in-Canada Innovation

D2R invests over $1.2 million for Postdoctoral Scholars

Webinar | Anti-Black Racism in Health Research

Interview with Thomas Duchaine: a vaccine that fights COVID-19… and cancer!

EDI Workshop: Mental Health in Highly Performant Environments

Single Cell Technologies in Pre-Clinical & Clinical Solutions

Call for expressions of interest | Summer 2026 Internship

��VR��Ƶ and Moderna Launch Breakthrough RNA Project Through D2R to Advance Made-in-Canada Innovation