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.


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

“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.
McGill Digital Research Services Hub is pleased to announce their 2026 webinar - “Rules, Rights and Research: Balancing Privacy with Research Innovation”.
This webinar will explore how privacy laws intersect with real-world research practices, offering practical guidance across multiple jurisdictions, including Europe (GDPR), Ontario (PHIPA), and Quebec (Law 25 & Law 5). The speakers will discuss how key legal frameworks can be applied in research workflows without hindering innovation.

Come meet HBHL-supported Faculty!
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
4:30–6:30 p.m. (includes a one-hour reception)
Get ready for the third edition of Neurogenesis! Get to know HBHL-supported faculty recruits firsthand, learn about their research, ask questions and network with your peers during the post-event reception.
Each event in this series will feature two HBHL faculty recruits whose research areas provide an interesting contrast or intersection for discussion.