CSChE Biotech Meeting
Welcome to the 20th Annual CSChE Ontario-Quebec Biotechnology Meeting 2018
We invite you to participate in the CSChE (Canadian Society for Chemical Engineering) Quebec-Ontario Biotechnology Meeting to be held at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario on May 17-18, 2018.
The goal of the meeting is to provide forum for graduate students in the field of biomedical, biotechnology and biochemical engineering and bioremediation to present research results and exchange ideas on new developments in the field. It is a good opportunity to meet and network with colleagues in a pleasant and informal setting. This year our annual meeting will be celebrating its 20 years of existence. To celebrate this anniversary, we have planned special events to commemorate this anniversary.
The Department of Chemical Engineering of the McMaster University is proud to host the 2018 QC-ON Biotechnology meeting. The meeting will take place on the main campus, in CIBC Hall, 3rd floor of the student centre. There will be many talks throughout the two days and a poster competition!
Registration Fees
Early Bird Pricing |
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| March 15, 2018 | April 30, 2018 | Student (Undergraduate, Masters, PhD) | $90 |
| March 15, 2018 | April 30, 2018 | Post-Doctoral Fellows | $125 |
| March 15, 2018 | May 10, 2018 | Professors | $100 |
| March 15, 2018 | May 10, 2018 | Industry Attendee | $200 |
Late Registration Pricing |
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| April 30, 2018 | May 15, 2018 | Student (Undergraduate, Masters, PhD) | $115 |
| April 30, 2018 | May 15, 2018 | Post-Doctoral Fellows | $150 |
Presentation & Poster Guidelines
Oral Presentation Guide
Each presentation will be a maximum of 15 minutes followed by 5 minutes of questions and will be judged by the following criteria:
- A brief and clear introduction so that someone unfamiliar with the field would understand what the research is about and the state of current knowledge
- A clear definition of objectives
- Clear, audible speaking style and speed at all times
- Addressing the auidence rather than slides
- Clearly visible, understandable, and properly labeled graphics (figures, tables, etc.)
- Clearly indicates significant information in graphics
- Scientific/engineering content is of good quality
- Summary of list of conclusions
- Ending with allotted time
- Ability to answer questions
Poster Presentation Guide
The posters should fit space available (no bigger than 4 feet wide) and will be placed on poster boards using pins.
- Must be intelligible in absence of authors
- Heading at top center of poster includes title poster, name of authors and affiliations
- Suggested letter size: at least 40 mm high
- Divided in four sections: Introduction, Results, Discussion and Summary
- Introduction - background summary and purpose of study in relation to current knowledge
- Divide results in sections, using sub-headings, which indicate the most important findings
- Use only results necessary to validate conclusions
- Discussion - interpretation and significance of results and easily remembered "take home message" summarizing findings
- Summary - list key results and conclusions
- Keep text to a minimum
- Use point form; eliminate all but key elements
- Emphasize tables, charts, graphs and photos
- Layout is important: sections should be clearly defined with adequate spacing
- Be readable at a distance of 1-2 meters
- Suggested minimum height of graphs and tables: 20 cm
- Suggested letter size of main headings 12-16 mm; sub-headings, labeling of figures and tables and text, no smaller than 5 mm
Schedule
Thursday, May 17, 2018 |
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| 8:15 | Registration |
| Session 1 | Chair: Prof. Zeinab Hosseini-Doust (McMaster University) |
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9:00-9:30 |
Opening remarks: Prof. Juliana Ramsay (Queen's University) & Prof. Christine Moresoli (University of Waterloo) |
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9:30-10:20 |
Keynote: Prof. Yingfu Li (McMaster University) |
| 10:20-10:40 | Coffee Break |
| Session 2 | Chair: prof. Boyang Zhang (McMaster University) |
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10:40-11:00 |
Siavash Pourzeynali Miankooh (Queens) |
| 11:00-11:20 |
Sadru Walji (Waterloo) |
| 11:20-11:40 |
Azucena Gonzalez Gomez (McMaster) |
| 11:40-12:00 |
Prof. Boyang Zhang (McMaster) |
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12:00-13:20 |
Lunch |
| Session 3 | Chair: Prof. Noemie Dorval Courchesne (McGill University) |
| 13:20-13:40 |
Hanie Yousefi (McMaster) |
| 13:40-14:00 |
Christina Bitar (McGill) |
| 14:00-14:20 |
Azadeh Peivandi (McMaster) |
| 14:20-14:40 |
Jason Glas (Western) |
| 14:40-15:00 |
Prof. Noemie Dorval Courchesne (McGill) |
15:00-15:20 |
Coffee Break |
| Session 4 | Chair: Prof. Valerie Ward (University of Waterloo) |
| 15:20-16:40 |
Claudio Lira (Western) |
| 15:40-16:00 |
Pedram Madadkar (McMaster) |
| 16:00-16:20 |
Guilherme Oliveira (Queens) |
| 16:20-16:40 |
Mickel Tawadrous (Queens) |
| 16:40-17:00 |
Prof. Valerie Ward (Waterloo) |
| 17:15-18:45 | Poster Session and Cocktail Hour (Marketplace of Student Center) |
| 19:00 | Dinner (University Club) |
Please note: This schedule is tentative and subject to change.
Veuillez noter: Ceci est un programme provisoire et peut être sujet à modification.
Poster Session
Showcase your research!
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Poster Session
Thursday, May 17, 2018 17:15-18:45 Location: MarketPlace of Student Centre |
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Posters should be placed for viewing by 5:00 PM on Thursday, May 17, 2018 and removed by 7:00 PM on Thursday, May 17, 2018. Authors should be at their posters during the cocktail period between 17:15 and 18:45 to answer questions, etc. The absence of the presetning author at this time automatically disqualifies the poster from the competition.
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| Poster Presenter | University | Poster Title |
| Omar Bashth | McGill University | Surface Modification Strategies to Capture Endothelial Progenitor Cells by a Combination of an Antibody and an Extracellular Matrix-Derived Peptide |
| Jihed Bentahar | Universite du Quebec A Rimouski | Acid whey permeate: an alternative growth medium for microalgae Scenedesmus obliquus and production of ß-galactosidase |
| Samantha Cheung | University of Toronto | Development of a specific qPCR assay for S. obliquus and C. vulgaris in algal biofilms for the production of biofuels and bioproducts |
| Patrick Diep | University of Toronto | Exploring Microbial Nickel Capture Proteins for Mining Applications |
| Kelli-anne Johnson | McMaster University | Crosslinking and Characterization of Pressurized Gas eXpanded Liquid (PGX) Polymer Morphologies to Create Macroporous Hydrogels for Drug Delivery and Wound Healing |
| Karina Kawka | McMaster University | Purification of oncolytic viruses using membrane chromatography |
| Scott Proulx | University of Toronto | Addressing oxygen compatibility in the muconic acid pathway |
| Hsuan-Ming (Jack) Su | McMaster University | Covalent attachment of amine conjugated DNA probes to various functional surfaces for the creation of reusable bio-sensing platform |
| Yujie Zhang | Western University | Enhanced wet extraction of DHA using room-temperature ionic liquids |
| Claudio Lira | Western University | C5HI - Relating feedstock characteristics with their susceptibility to autohydrolysis |
| Mohammadreza Pazouki | McMaster University | Use of fluorescently-labeled nanoparticles to study the sterile filtration behavior of therapeutic viruses : the critical effect of surfactant concentration |
| Eva Mueller | McMaster University | Degradable homogeneous microgels via self-assembly of reactive poly(N-isopropylacrylamide) oligomers |
| Eduardo Ramírez Montiel | University of Waterloo | Generation and characterization of trackable fluorescent influenza H1N1 virus-like particles (VLPs) |
Please note: This schedule is tentative and subject to change.
Veuillez noter: Ceci est un programme provisoire et peut être sujet à modification.
Accommodations
Mary E. Keyes Suite Features
- Individual private bedroom includes a twin bed, desk with bookcase, chair and built-in closet
- Shared lounge with love seat, coffee table, overhead lighting, window coverings, entertainment unit (TV not included)
- Shared kitchenette with fridge, stove top, microwave, toaster and kettle and built-in island with stools (dishes, cookware and cutlery not supplied)
- Two private washrooms within each suite (sink, mirror, shower, toilet)
Rates
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Single Occupancy (1 twin bed): $65.00 + 8.45 = $73.45 per room, per night
Floor Features and Amenities
- Shared furnished lounge with cable TV
- Large study room with table and chairs
Building Features
- Complimentary Wireless Internet (WiFi) or hardwired connection
- Large study room centrally located on the 2nd floor
- Large lounge/meeting room centrally located on 2nd floor equipped with pool table
- Air conditioned
- Laundry facility equipped with irons and ironing boards
- West Quad Service Centre located in building lobby
- Accessible suites
- Elevator accessibility
- Secured entry
Housekeeping
- Fresh bed linens, towel, face cloth and soap will be provided for all guests
Check-in/out Details
- Check-In Time: after 4pm
- Check-Out Time: before 10am
- Check-in/Out Location: Guest Service Center Located in the lobby of Mary E. Keyes
- Directional information/check-in specifics will be emailed to you prior to arrival.
Accommodation Cancellations
- Reservations cancelled before 4:00 pm EST the day prior to arrival, will result in a full refund.
- Cancellation requests must be submitted in writing by email to reserve@mcmaster.ca
- Reservations cancelled after 4:00 pm EST or failing to show for the first night, will result in a 1 night charge and the cancellation of the remainder of your reservation.
Reservation Deadline
- McMaster accommodation reservations for your team will be available for booking until May 7, 2018.
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