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Researcher's Kyoto Prize celebrated - University of Toronto - 0 views

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Toronto hosted a celebration Feb. 18 honouring Canada's first two Kyoto Prize laureates: University Professor Anthony Pawson of molecular genetics and McGill University's Charles Taylor, a philosopher.
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Pawson, a world-renowned cell biologist and Mount Sinai Hospital distinguished investigator, received the prize in basic science for his studies of cellular communication. He will receive a 20-karat gold medal and a cash gift of 50 million yen (approximately $460,000 Cdn).
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He and Taylor, who won the prize in the arts and philosophy category, delivered a joint lecture during the celebratory event at MaRs (Medical and Related Sciences Discovery District).
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Pawson was recognized for his research into the way cells communicate with each other, which has made possible the development of drugs that halt the multiplication of certain types of cancer cells, among other breakthroughs. His lab has helped lay the groundwork for this new generation of drugs.
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Assunta Krehl on 14 Aug 09

University Professor Anthony Pawson of molecular genetics and McGill University's Charles Taylor, a philosopher where honoured as Canada's first two Kyoto Prize winners. Mention of Pawson and Taylor delivering a joint lecture at MaRS during the event.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">University Professor Anthony Pawson of molecular genetics and McGill University's Charles Taylor, a philosopher where honoured as Canada's first two Kyoto Prize winners. Mention of Pawson and Taylor delivering a joint lecture at MaRS during the event.</div>

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Assunta Krehl on 14 Aug 09

University Professor Anthony Pawson of molecular genetics and McGill University's Charles Taylor, a philosopher where honoured as Canada's first two Kyoto Prize winners. Mention of Pawson and Taylor delivering a joint lecture at MaRS during the event. Feb 20, 2009

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">University Professor Anthony Pawson of molecular genetics and McGill University's Charles Taylor, a philosopher where honoured as Canada's first two Kyoto Prize winners. Mention of Pawson and Taylor delivering a joint lecture at MaRS during the event. Feb 20, 2009</div>

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YFile - Symposium examines the path to breakthrough medicines - 0 views

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susan smith MaRS innovation collaboration science

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Canada has the research expertise to develop drugs and vaccines to address pressing medical needs, but delivering on the promise will require new models of collaboration between scientists, biotechnology, the pharmaceutical industry, business and policy makers according to speakers at an upcoming symposium hosted by The Gairdner Foundation and York University. The symposium, Entrepreneurship & Commercialization in Biomedical Science, on Thursday, May 14, marks the 50th anniversary of both York University and The Gairdner Foundation.
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The Gairdner Foundation recognizes the world's leading medical research scientists through its prestigious annual awards program for biomedical science. The symposium, which is hosted by York’s Faculty of Science & Engineering and Schulich School of Business, will bring together scientist entrepreneurs, Canadian venture capital firms, the biomedical industry and policy-makers.
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He will be followed by Smith, founder and former president & CEO of RBC Ventures and a member of the board of Toronto's MaRS innovation centre. Smith will speak about how Canada has made strong progress in positioning itself as a potential leader in biotech and medical research and in its commercialization efforts but faces two clear threats – the global financial calamity together with the lack of clear federal government support for research.
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Assunta Krehl on 10 Aug 09

The symposium, Entrepreneurship & Commercialization in Biomedical Science, is being held on Thursday, May 14, which marks the 50th anniversary of both York University and The Gairdner Foundation. At this symposiums they will address the problem that Canadian researchers expertise to need to do in developing drugs and vaccines to address pressing medical needs. Mention of Susan Smith as a Board Member of MaRS Innovation.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">The symposium, Entrepreneurship & Commercialization in Biomedical Science, is being held on Thursday, May 14, which marks the 50th anniversary of both York University and The Gairdner Foundation. At this symposiums they will address the problem that Canadian researchers expertise to need to do in developing drugs and vaccines to address pressing medical needs. Mention of Susan Smith as a Board Member of MaRS Innovation.</div>

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Toronto student entrepreneur named Regional Champion - ACE News - March 11, 2010 - 0 views

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Clients & Tenants Shape Collage Awards 2010 Student Entrepreneur Regional Champion

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Assunta Krehl on 05 Apr 10

Vincent Cheung, owner of Shape Collage Inc. and full time PhD student at the University of Toronto, has been named the 2010 Student Entrepreneur Regional Champion by national charitable organization, Advancing Canadian Entrepreneurship (ACE) and proud program supporter, CIBC.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Vincent Cheung, owner of Shape Collage Inc. and full time PhD student at the University of Toronto, has been named the 2010 Student Entrepreneur Regional Champion by national charitable organization, Advancing Canadian Entrepreneurship (ACE) and proud program supporter, CIBC. </div>

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Richard Ivey School of Business - 0 views

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shapecollage ict web awards & competitions clients & tenants

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Vincent Cheung and Wenfei Yu, MaRS clients and University of Toronto students, took home $25,000 for their business Shape Collage, which placed first in the 12th annual IBK Capital-Ivey Business Plan Competition on March 26 & 27 at Ivey Business School.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Vincent Cheung and Wenfei Yu, MaRS clients and University of Toronto students, took home $25,000 for their business Shape Collage, which placed first in the 12th annual IBK Capital-Ivey Business Plan Competition on March 26 & 27 at Ivey Business School.</div>

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University of Toronto Teams Take Two out of Three Top Spots at Business Plan Competitio... - 0 views

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Clients & Tenants Shape Collage Weblish awards & competitions IBK Capital-Ivey Business Plan Competition

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Assunta Krehl on 22 Apr 10

Two of MaRS Clients, Shape Collage and Weblish, were two of three that won top spots at the 12th annual IBK Capital-Ivey Business Plan Competition held on March 26 & 27.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Two of MaRS Clients, Shape Collage and Weblish, were two of three that won top spots at the 12th annual IBK Capital-Ivey Business Plan Competition held on March 26 & 27.</div>

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U of T PhD student's entrepreneurial endeavours continue to reap rewards - U of T Bulle... - 0 views

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Clients & Tenants Shape Collage awards & competitions Student Entrepreneur National Competition

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Assunta Krehl on 17 May 10

Vincent Cheung of Shape Collage, a MaRS client, won the student entrepreneur national champion at the 2010 Student Entrepreneur National Competition, held in Calgary May 12.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Vincent Cheung of Shape Collage, a MaRS client, won the student entrepreneur national champion at the 2010 Student Entrepreneur National Competition, held in Calgary May 12.</div>

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Student entrepreneurs generate millions - The Globe and Mail - May 26, 2010 - 1 views

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awards & competitions ACE Advancing Canadian Entrepreneur ent101 Clients & Tenants

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Assunta Krehl on 27 May 10

Vincent Cheung is a recipient of the Advancing Canadian Entrepreneur (ACE) 2010 National Student Champion 2010. Cheung had no business background till he attended MaRS Entrepreneurship 101 course.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Vincent Cheung is a recipient of the Advancing Canadian Entrepreneur (ACE) 2010 National Student Champion 2010. Cheung had no business background till he attended MaRS Entrepreneurship 101 course.</div>

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The man with the golden plan - Macleans - May 27, 2010 - 0 views

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ICT awards & competitions Advancing Canadian Entrepreneur Richard Ivey School of Business MaRS Upstart Clients & Tenants Shape Collage

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Assunta Krehl on 31 May 10

Vincent Cheung, founder of Shape Collage and a MaRS client is a recipient of the: Advancing Canadian Entrepreneur (ACE) 2010 National Student Champion, Richard Ivey School of Business Competition and the MaRS Upstart competition.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Vincent Cheung, founder of Shape Collage and a MaRS client is a recipient of the: Advancing Canadian Entrepreneur (ACE) 2010 National Student Champion, Richard Ivey School of Business Competition and the MaRS Upstart competition.</div>

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Meet with ten potential investors in one day at the CIX Top 20 event - Techvibes.com - ... - 0 views

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Canadian Innovation Exchange CIX technology MaRS awards & competitions events

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Assunta Krehl on 08 Sep 11

On September 1st, 2011, Canadian Innovation Exchange (CIX) kicked-off their national search for Canada's Top 20 hottest innovative technology start-ups.Canadian startups have until October 14th to submit their applications to the CIX Top 20. The competition will take place on December 1st at the MaRS Centre.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">On September 1st, 2011, Canadian Innovation Exchange (CIX) kicked-off their national search for Canada's Top 20 hottest innovative technology start-ups.Canadian startups have until October 14th to submit their applications to the CIX Top 20. The competition will take place on December 1st at the MaRS Centre.</div>

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Sangoma Ranked Among Fastest Growing Technology Companies in Canada in Deloitte Technol... - 0 views

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Deloitte Technology Fast 50 awards & competitions ICT Hardware Software

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Sangoma® Technologies Corporation a leading supplier of hardware and software enabling server-based voice and data communication applications, announced today that the company has ranked 40th among the Deloitte Technology Fast 50TM. MaRS is a program sponsor for the Deloitte Technology Fast 50TM. Oct 5, 2009

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Sangoma® Technologies Corporation a leading supplier of hardware and software enabling server-based voice and data communication applications, announced today that the company has ranked 40th among the Deloitte Technology Fast 50TM. MaRS is a program sponsor for the Deloitte Technology Fast 50TM. Oct 5, 2009</div>

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Klick Ranks Amongst 50 Fastest Growing Technology Companies in Canada - Earth Times - 0 views

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awards & competitions Deloitte Technology Fast 50 ICT

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MaRS is a program sponsor for the Deloitte Technology Fast 50TM. Oct 5, 2009

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">MaRS is a program sponsor for the Deloitte Technology Fast 50TM. Oct 5, 2009</div>

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The Good Entrepreneur: The Competition - 0 views

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Cathy Bogaart on 13 Oct 09

A competition for anyone based in Europe who has an idea or business plan for a product or service that will help create a greener future.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">A competition for anyone based in Europe who has an idea or business plan for a product or service that will help create a greener future. </div>

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50 Canadian Companies Named to the 2009 Deloitte Technology Fast 500(TM) - Marketwire - 1 views

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2009 Deloitte Technology Fast 500TM ICT Awards & Competitions

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Assunta Krehl on 26 Oct 09

A total of 50 Canadian technology companies are being honoured in the 2009 Deloitte Technology Fast 500TM, a ranking of the fastest-growing North American technology, media, telecommunications and life-sciences companies, based on percentage revenue growth over five year.MaRS is a program sponsor for the Deloitte Technology Fast 50TM. Oct 20, 2009

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">A total of 50 Canadian technology companies are being honoured in the 2009 Deloitte Technology Fast 500TM, a ranking of the fastest-growing North American technology, media, telecommunications and life-sciences companies, based on percentage revenue growth over five year.MaRS is a program sponsor for the Deloitte Technology Fast 50TM. Oct 20, 2009</div>

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Are you working to solve a health-related issue? Apply to join Rock Health, a group of dedicated individuals working to catalyze innovation in the interactive health space, and become one of the first start-ups to access the community of experts and seed-accelerator program.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Are you working to solve a health-related issue? Apply to join Rock Health, a group of dedicated individuals working to catalyze innovation in the interactive health space, and become one of the first start-ups to access the community of experts and seed-accelerator program.</div>

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