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Friday, November 9 • 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Science Policy 101 / Politique scientifique 101

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Organized by: Canadian Science Policy Centre, Jeff Kinder and Silke Nebel 

Curious about science policy? Whether trying to make a difference or demonstrating impact to funders, the
need to engage effectively with policy- makers is increasingly part of the research endeavor. But even many of the most experienced research faculty balk at the barriers to bringing their research to the decision-table. For early career researchers and graduate students, the barriers are even higher – as are the rewards.

This workshop will provide a gateway into the world of science policy. You will gain an understanding of what science policy is and how it works through an afternoon of interactive exercises and discussion. We welcome active participants from all backgrounds, whether in the sciences, engineering, public policy and
administration, business, communications, arts or something else entirely. With an interest in science policy, this workshop is the place to share and expand knowledge, develop skills, and start building a network of interesting people in the world of science policy.

Speakers
avatar for Dr. Kimberly Girling

Dr. Kimberly Girling

Policy Analyst, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
Kimberly Girling holds a PhD in Neuroscience from the University of British Columbia, whereshe studied new therapeutics for Huntington's Disease, a neurodegenerative illness.  Kimberlywas a member of the inaugural cohort of the Mitacs Canadian Science Policy Fellowship.Through the fellowship, she was positioned with Defence Research and Development where sheworked to identify ethical challenges of emerging techno... Read More →
avatar for Dr. Jeff Kinder

Dr. Jeff Kinder

Executive Director, Science and Innovation Institute on Governance
Jeff has 30 years of experience in government science, technology and innovation policy in the US and Canada.  His US experience includes the National Science Foundation, the National Academies and the Naval Research Laboratory.  In Canada, Jeff has worked at Industry Canada, Natural... Read More →
avatar for Silke Nebel

Silke Nebel

VP Science and Conservation, Bird Studies Canada
Silke Nebel is the VP Science and Conservation with Bird Studies Canada, a national NGO that uses scientific research to inform conservation decisions for birds. She also runs a science communication business (‘Science to Action Consulting’). Prior to starting her own business... Read More →
avatar for Kori St-Cyr

Kori St-Cyr

Senior Advisor, Science Strategies, Canadian Institutes of Health Research
Kori St-Cyr is a science strategy and knowledge translation professional committed to working at theinterface of science, partnership development and public policy. As a Senior Advisor with CIHR, Kori provides strategic leadership and advice towards the agency’s health research... Read More →


Friday November 9, 2018 1:00pm - 4:30pm EST
Delta Ottawa, International Ballroom