Join us for SESBASS 2025!
You're invited to the SES Biotechnology and Applied Sciences Symposium (SESBASS 2025) hosted by the Faculty of Science and Environmental Studies at Lakehead University in Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada, on May 1-2, 2025. This hybrid event will take place in FB 2023 and the Graduate Student Lounge (both in the CASES building) and on Zoom. Updated information about the events can be found here: https://2025sesbass.weebly.com/.
We have a great selection of speakers this year! There is something for everyone and we have the opportunity to hear from many of our SES PhD alumni! Also, this year's event is hybrid, so come in person or join on Zoom!
Registration deadline is Wednesday, April 16.
Only $25 for students/postdocs and $50 for faculty/other. Register here: https://ec.lakeheadu.ca/sesbass.
Symposium
The theme of the symposium is “Past – Present – Future” and it will include topical sessions on Environmental Biotechnology,Materials Research, and Medical Innovations & Bio-inspired Engineering
Tribute
The Biotechnology PhD program was initiated by Dr. Heidi Schraft, who spearheaded the proposal in 2005. The first cohort began in 2008, and since then, the program has graduated over 60 students! As many of you may know, Dr. Schraft will be retiring in June 2025. This event will serve as a tribute to her significant contributions, including establishing the first PhD program within the Faculty of Science and Environmental Studies, developing the Applied Life Science stream in Biology, and her various other achievements.
Reunion
Many alumni expressed a strong interest in reconnecting with peers, whether in person or virtually. This reunion will provide an excellent opportunity for us to come together and celebrate our shared journey.
Please note that attendance at the Tribute to Dr. Heidi Schraft and the Reunion on Friday, May 2 at 1 p.m. do not require registration and are open to the university community.
Please contact Dr. Brenda Magajna at phd.ses@lakeheadu.ca with any questions.
