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CBB is always welcoming new, innovative members who contribute to the incredible research happening at the University of Waterloo. The Centre is proud to have over 180 researchers from all six faculties engaged in interdisciplinary efforts to tackle challenges in human health.  

It can be hard to keep up with our growing membership, so we decided to summarize the research of our most recent additions and share where they find value in the CBB community. Each section has a call to action.

Effective knowledge mobilization is essential for turning research into real-world solutions, and university centers and institutes play a pivotal role in making this happen. By fostering co-creation with end-users, nurturing long-term relationships with key stakeholders, and translating complex ideas into accessible formats, these hubs bridge the gap between academia and application. From informing policy to driving innovation, they ensure that research is not only shared but also applied, amplifying its impact on pressing global challenges.

University of Waterloo hosts its first Biomedical Engineering and Technology Research Day.

The article discusses the launch of the Clinical Council by the Centre for Bioengineering and Biotechnology (CBB), aimed at fostering collaboration between researchers and clinicians to address healthcare challenges. The council, consisting of six clinicians with diverse expertise, seeks to connect with health technology innovators and facilitate broader connections within the healthcare community. The article highlights the council's goals, upcoming events, and opportunities for engagement, emphasizing its role in bridging the gap between research and healthcare innovations.

Arya Amiri, a PhD student at the University of Waterloo's department of Systems Design Engineering, and a trainee in the Centre for Bioengineering and Biotechnology's Training in Global Biomedical Technology Research and Innovation program, has been awarded a prestigious Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship for 2023.

Ryan Tennant, a PhD student from the Department of Systems Design Engineering at the University of Waterloo, hosted a hands-on workshop for staff and students on August 27, 2023, where participants learned how to build their own affordable air purifier with performance comparable to commercial models.

Waterloo has the opportunity to apply for the Canada Biomedical Research Fund and Biosciences Research Infrastructure Fund (CBRF-BRIF). Expressions of Intent are being organized via the Strategic Health Initiatives office. 

Information Session: Thursday March 30th, 2023 12 - 1 p.m. via Teams - contact Grace Gomashie at ggomashie@uwaterloo.ca

How do we bridge machine learning with clinical decision making for better patient outcomes?

You are invited to the virtual health data seminar on Wednesday, March 22, from 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm ET.

This past fall 2022, the Centre for Bioengineering and Biotechnology invited researchers to submit their proposals to the annual Seed Funding competition. The mission of the CBB seed fund is to help drive scientific innovation, growth, and opportunity through the support of collaborative research across UW faculties.  Congratulations to the award recipients for Round 6. Learn more about previous Seed Fund recipients.

Recognizing the need for transformative solutions in an evolving healthcare landscape, Velocity is building a globally competitive platform for startups to commercialize health technology. This expansion provides world-class support to even more health startups in Canada.