Congratulations Dr. Lorne Babiuk on winning the Killam Award
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2nd Li Ka Shing Institute of Virology Symposium
“Interactions between the Immune System and Pathogens”
May 30 & 31, 2013 in Edmonton
Abstract submissions now accepted until May 15, 2013
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Dr. Grant McFadden will present
“Using Viruses to Treat Cancer“
May 30, 2013 @ 18.45h in Bernard Snell Hall
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The Li Ka Shing Institute of Virology was created in 2010 through the combined gifts of $25-million from the Li Ka Shing (Canada) Foundation and $52.5-million from the Government of Alberta.
Vision
Leading the world in virology discoveries and cures.
Mission
Through leadership in scientific excellence and international collaboration, the Li Ka Shing Institute of Virology will invest in virology research to discover new methods to prevent, treat and cure virus-related disease to reduce the burden of viral disease around the world.
Overview
The Li Ka Shing Institute of Virology (LKSIoV) unites a consortium of researchers to support discoveries in vaccines, treatments, and diagnostic tests for viral diseases affecting humans. The Institute builds on internationally recognized virology expertise and infrastructure with global connections to such partners as the US National Institutes of Health, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and more.