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Sinclair Cancer Research Institute @sinclaircri.bsky.social · 2h

Proud to be a platinum supporter of #CCRC2025. #CanadianScience #CancerResearch
@queensuhealth.bsky.social
@queensuresearch.bsky.social

ccralliance.bsky.social @ccralliance.bsky.social · 21h

🚨 The #CCRC2025 Scientific Program LIVE!

Join us Nov 2–4 in Calgary for plenaries, posters, concurrent sessions, lightning talks, and more.

Explore the future of cancer research in Canada.

🔗 www.ccra-acrc.ca/conference/p...

#CancerResearch #CanadianScience

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The Canadian Cancer Trials Group @cctg.bsky.social · 1d

The #CCTG Pharmacy Network needs pharmacy representation for the Pharmacy Network Steering Group and the Pharmacy Network Disease Site. Find out more and how to apply > buff.ly/ybihH1Y

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Queen's University Research @queensuresearch.bsky.social · 4d

Microscopic “bubble robots” could one day offer new ways to treat brain cancer 🧠.

#QueensU researcher Xian Wang is developing magnetically guided, ultrasound-activated bubbles that destroy tumors while sparing healthy tissue.

🔗 bit.ly/4nJgb3A

@braincanada.bsky.social | @sinclaircri.bsky.social

Engineering microrobots for precision brain cancer treatment | Queen's Gazette

Queen’s engineer earns national grant to test microscopic robots that could one day help treat aggressive brain cancer.

bit.ly

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The Canadian Cancer Trials Group @cctg.bsky.social · 15d

#CCTG trial spotlight for #GynecologicCancerAwarenessMonth: EN10 is exploring if some people with low-risk endometrial cancer can safely receive less treatment after surgery, reducing side effects without affecting outcomes.
#EndometrialCancer #SolvingCancerTogether

Trial Info -> buff.ly/HNFFDOt

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Sinclair Cancer Research Institute @sinclaircri.bsky.social · 17d

It's #WorldCancerResearchDay. Together, we advance #research that is meaningful, inclusive, and benefits all. #Cancer is a shared, global challenge-one that demands collaboration to spark the innovations that save lives. We stand with science. We stand with hope. #CancerResearchWorks #QueensUHealth

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Sinclair Cancer Research Institute @sinclaircri.bsky.social · 21d

Tomorrow! #BladderCancerCanada walks for #bladdercancer #ygk

Sinclair Cancer Research Institute @sinclaircri.bsky.social · Sep 3

Upcoming walks, runs, marches right here in #ygk

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Sinclair Cancer Research Institute @sinclaircri.bsky.social · 22d

Our next seminar is only 3 weeks away, and we can't wait! Everyone is welcome. Qs? Please email [email protected]. To see a list of our upcoming seminars, please visit our Seminar Series page on our website: scri.queensu.ca/about-us/sem...
@queensuhealth.bsky.social | @queensuresearch.bsky.social

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Sinclair Cancer Research Institute @sinclaircri.bsky.social · 26d

A special shout-out to some of our @sinclaircri.bsky.social incredible researchers helping #FinishIt in today's #TerryFoxRun here in #ygk. And a huge thank you to our Team CBG-SCRI captain, Dr. Brandy Hyndman of @mulliganlab.bsky.social. Bravo!
👏👏👏👏 #cancerresearch

Lois Mulligan @mulliganlab.bsky.social · 26d

#SCRI at #TerryFoxRun. Cancer research at Queen’s is out to run!

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Sinclair Cancer Research Institute @sinclaircri.bsky.social · 27d

Today on this 45th Annual #TerryFoxRun, we @sinclaircri.bsky.social are proud to help carry forward Terry's vision by expanding access to life-saving #cancer testing & treatment through the @marathonofhope.bsky.social @terryfoxresearch.bsky.social
www.queensu.ca/gazette/stor...

Advancing Terry Fox’s vision for cancer research | Queen's Gazette

Queen’s researchers support a Canada-wide network expanding access to care and improving cancer outcomes.

www.queensu.ca

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Sinclair Cancer Research Institute @sinclaircri.bsky.social · 28d

“These efforts position Queen’s and the SCRI as a leader in cancer genomics while directly improving care for patients,” says Dr. Simpson. “It demonstrates the impact that collaboration can have on both research and patient care.” – Dr. Amber Simpson
www.queensu.ca/gazette/stor...

Advancing Terry Fox’s vision for cancer research | Queen's Gazette

Queen’s researchers support a Canada-wide network expanding access to care and improving cancer outcomes.

www.queensu.ca

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The Canadian Cancer Trials Group @cctg.bsky.social · Sep 10

This #OvarianCancerAwarenessMonth, #CCTG continues the research toward new and better treatment options for #ovariancancer patients.
#SolvingCancerTogether #CancerResearch

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Common Sense Oncology @csoncol.bsky.social · Sep 3

Applications for the 2026 Common Sense Oncology Cancer Health Services Research Fellowship will close on Sept 18, 2025 @ 4 pm EDT. If you are in the clinical or medical oncology field, this opportunity is for you!

View the posting online: tinyurl.com/37cdc5sy

#CommonSenseOncology #CancerCare

Queen's University. Common Sense Oncology Cancer Health Services Research Fellowship. Apply today to help build a cancer care system focused on outcomes that matter.

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Sinclair Cancer Research Institute @sinclaircri.bsky.social · Sep 3

Welcome to #BlueSky @csoncol.bsky.social!

Common Sense Oncology @csoncol.bsky.social · Sep 3

Common Sense Oncology is now on #BlueSky! We are a global network dedicated to advancing innovative patient-centred cancer care & cancer research that meaningfully improves outcomes for patients around the world.

Join us to keep in touch—membership is free!
tinyurl.com/mrjtu9at #CommonSenseOncology

Leaders of Common Sense Oncology standing in front of the pillars of a building.

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Sinclair Cancer Research Institute @sinclaircri.bsky.social · Sep 3

Upcoming walks, runs, marches right here in #ygk

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Sinclair Cancer Research Institute @sinclaircri.bsky.social · Aug 29

The auction is open! Lots of items up for grabs, including a hand-woven shawl made by our @sinclaircri.bsky.social #KingstonTerryFoxRun Team CBG's captain, Dr. Brandy Hyndman @mulliganlab.bsky.social. Proceeds go to @terryfoxfoundation.bsky.social. Happy bidding! www.32auctions.com/KingstonTerr...

Kingston Terry Fox Run - Online Auction

Silent auction 'Kingston Terry Fox Run - Online Auction' hosted online at 32auctions.

www.32auctions.com

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Sinclair Cancer Research Institute @sinclaircri.bsky.social · Aug 28

Early bird registration is open for #CCRC2025! Register before Sept 15th to receive discounted registration. Don’t miss your chance to learn about all the latest advancements in #CancerResearch at this in-person event in beautiful #yyc. @sinclaircri.bsky.social is a proud supporter of CCRC2025.

ccralliance.bsky.social @ccralliance.bsky.social · Aug 21

🚨Registration is NOW OPEN for #CCRC2025!

Join Canada’s cancer research community Nov 2–4 in Calgary for 3 days of innovation, collaboration & discovery. Trainees, researchers, clinicians, funders & more, don’t miss it!

🔗 Register TODAY: www.ccra-acrc.ca/conference/r...

#CancerResearch

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Sinclair Cancer Research Institute @sinclaircri.bsky.social · Aug 25

Our @sinclaircri.bsky.social CBG division's team is ready and invites you to join them in the annual #TerryFoxRun in #ygk! It's simple to register; just scan the QR code below to get started right away. Together we can #finishit. @queensuhealth.bsky.social @queensuresearch.bsky.social

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Marathon of Hope Cancer Centres Network @marathonofhope.bsky.social · Aug 21

In this thought-provoking op-ed, Dr. Bishal Gyawali explains the origins of the Common Sense Oncology movement and how it's forcing us to re-imagine cancer research and care...including our definition of precision oncology!

Read more ▶️ www.marathonofhopecancercentres.ca/impact/story...

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The Canadian Cancer Survivor Network @survivornetca.bsky.social · Aug 18

Getting back to work is a whole other part of the healing process.

"On this first day back to work, I felt like a patient again"

thetyee.ca/Culture/2025...

Back to Work After Cancer, I Saw Myself Change | The Tyee

I was reminded of what healing means, and the role gentleness plays.

thetyee.ca

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Marathon of Hope Cancer Centres Network @marathonofhope.bsky.social · Aug 14

🚀 MAJOR MILESTONES ACHIEVED!

We're excited to announce that we've sequenced our 10,000th cancer case, a major milestone in our path towards creating Canada's largest and most complete cancer case resource!

Two new institutions have also joined our Network, increasing our membership to 50!

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Sinclair Cancer Research Institute @sinclaircri.bsky.social · Aug 18

Today we observe #WorldBreastCancerResearchDay, a time to heighten awareness for the critical research being conducted. This day is meant to show how far research has come and how far it still needs to go.

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Sinclair Cancer Research Institute @sinclaircri.bsky.social · Aug 15

What a day! Our SCRI Retreat 2025, "Improving Cancer Outcomes," was held Aug 12th with >150 participants, 60 posters, 10 flash talks, 3 keynote presentations, patient advocates, and much more! Thanks to all that shared their research findings that inspire us all! @queensuhealth.bsky.social

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OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · Aug 14

This is the largest single donation ever made to a U.S. university, college or academic health center and will transform cancer care.

#GiveCancerHell bit.ly/4oBHTji

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Sinclair Cancer Research Institute @sinclaircri.bsky.social · Aug 8

Another successful @sinclaircri.bsky.social PhD defense! Bravo & congratulations to Dr. Priyanka Yolmo in our CBG division's Dr. Madhuri Koti's lab. 👏👏👏 @queensuhealth.bsky.social #BCGimmunotherapy #NMIBC #cancerresearch

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Sinclair Cancer Research Institute @sinclaircri.bsky.social · Jul 22

We're super excited to announce the 10 recipients of our
@sinclaircri.bsky.social INAUGURAL 2025 Sinclair Graduate Scholars in Cancer Research awardees. Bravo and congratulations to Kaytlin, Marco, Simona, Samantha, Natasha, Monica, Fatin, Ashley, Laura & Julian!!!!

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