The School of Pharmacy and the Pharmacy Graduate Association (PhGA) at the University of Waterloo invite you to join us for Pharmacy Research Day 2026!
We are honoured to welcome Dr. Jean Martin Beaulieu as our keynote speaker for Pharmacy Research Day 2026.
Dr. Beaulieu is an Associate Professor of Pharmacology and Toxicology at the University of Toronto. The Beaulieu Lab investigates how psychoactive drugs, stress, and psychiatric risk genes affect overlapping cellular mechanisms in mental illnesses such as bipolar disorder, major depression, and schizophrenia. Dr. Beaulieu's research aims to identify novel drug targets that enhance therapeutic effects while minimizing side effects.
Keynote: Navigating Stress and Genetic Risk to Identify Psychiatric Drug Targets
Presentation: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Location: PHR 1008
Why Attend?
- Learn about the diverse research conducted in areas related to Pharmacy.
- Network & collaborate: Connect with experts, faculty, and fellow researchers from the Faculties of Science, Health, and Engineering.
- Compete for awards: Presenters have a chance to win awards recognizing outstanding research and presentation skills.
Research Areas
- Pharmacy Practice & Health Services Research
- Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Pharmacoepidemiology & Health Outcomes
Research Day 2026 Tentative Schedule
| Time | Location | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. | phr lobby | Attendee arrival & presenters registration |
| 9:30 a.m. - 10: 30 a.m. | PHR 1008 | Opening remarks & oral presentations (2) |
| 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. | Break (with refreshments) | |
| 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | PHR 1008 | Oral presentations (2) |
| 12:00 p.m. - 12:45 p.m. | Lunch | |
| 12:45 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. | main floor hallway | Poster presentations & networking (with refreshments) |
| 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. | PHR 1008 | Keynote presentation by Dr. Jean Martin Beaulieu |
| 3:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. | Break (with refreshments) | |
| 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. | PHR 1008 | Oral presentations (2) |
| 4:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. | PHR 1008 | Closing ceremony & awards announcement |
Contact Us
For inquiries about the event, please contact:
Email: k552chen@uwaterloo.ca