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Available Position | D2R seeks Associate Director, Indigenous Health Research

DNA to RNA (D2R) is seeking an Associate Director, Indigenous Health Research to lead the development and implementation of its Indigenous Strategy and Research Plan.

Reporting to the D2R Director of Administration, this role will support Indigenous-led health research, foster strong partnerships with Indigenous communities and organizations, and ensure the integration of Indigenous knowledge across all aspects of research and training.

The position also oversees funding initiatives, training programs, and a team dedicated to community engagement.

Classified as: Indigenous Health Research, Indigenous Health, D2R, DNAtoRNA
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Published on: 19 Mar 2026

D2R awards over $5.3 million in Foundational and Research in Motion funding programs

Montreal – November 6, 2025 | The DNA to RNA (D2R) initiative at McGill University is proud to announce the recipients of the second cycle of the Foundational and Research in Motion (RIM) funding programs.

From common diseases affecting millions, such as lung cancer, to rare disorders like lipodystrophy, this investment of over 5.3 million dollars reflects D2R’s commitment to advancing bold ideas and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration across the discovery-to-implementation spectrum.

Classified as: Research and Innovation, D2R Initiative, DNAtoRNA, RNA therapeutics, RNA research, research funding
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Published on: 6 Nov 2025

Event | Seminar: Computer-based Predictions of RNA Structures: Where do we stand?

Join D2R for this hybrid seminar with Professor Eric Westhof from University of Strasbourg

Classified as: seminar series, Research and Innovation, scientific seminar, keynote speakers, RNA therapeutics, DNAtoRNA, RNA research
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Published on: 4 Sep 2025

Call for Letters of Intent: Translational Impact Research Program | Cycle 2

D2R | DNA to RNA is launching the next round of funding for the Translational Impact Research (TIR) program. This program supports a select few large-scale translational research projects in RNA-based therapeutics which are expected to have a measurable impact on the health of Canadians. Projects must address the D2R Initiative’s strategic priorities and priority disease areas: oncology, rare diseases, infectious diseases, cardiovascular and cardiometabolic diseases.

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This competition is open to:

Classified as: international partnerships, research funding, research opportunities, multidisciplinary research, DNAtoRNA, D2R, D2R Initiative
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Published on: 27 Aug 2025

Call for Applications: International Partnerships Program

D2R | DNA to RNA is launching the International Partnerships Program (IPP) to strengthen large-scale, multi-institutional collaborations with leading global organizations. This strategic funding program supports partnerships that align with D2R’s mission, offer complementary expertise, and provide enriched, multidisciplinary training environments. The program will prioritize initiatives with strong institutional commitment, alignment with D2R’s research priorities, and potential for high global impact.

Classified as: international partnerships, research funding, research opportunities, multidisciplinary research, DNAtoRNA, D2R, D2R Initiative
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Published on: 14 Aug 2025
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