Students Learn the Importance of Integrated Research
What better way to demonstrate the benefits of collaborative research than by introducing the next generation of scientists to the multi-disciplinary approach of a horizontal research program. On March 23rd, the NRC Genomics and Health Initiative (NRC-GHI) opened its doors to 30 students from three National Capital Region high schools — Gloucester High School, École catholique Samuel Genest, and Lester B. Pearson Cathloic High School. This educational programme was designed to inform students about the genomics and health research sector and illustrate the leading role that Canada plays in these areas. Researchers from several of NRC's Life Sciences institutes came together in a coordinated effort to ensure the success of the visit, some traveling from Halifax and Montreal.
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