Kids Science Program

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So excited to launch the 2024 version of this program!

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Are you an Indigenous, Black or Filipino high school student? Want a career in science? Our paid six-week StAR program allows high school students to intern in an #SKResearch lab! 🔬

Learn more & apply by January 29 ➡️ https://t.co/FLEfcZBgjN

#NationalSTEMDay

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New video in our #MeetTheResearcher series!

Meet Dr. Sevan Hopyan, who uses technology to investigate how embryos organize themselves and grow. He hopes to help cancer patients, and those that need tissues in the future.

For more, visit: https://t.co/6I5WqqUwPQ

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A visit for high school students is about to begin, where they will hear from world-renowned researchers and visit bio-medical labs!
If you're interested in having your class participate, visit: https://t.co/BVSXGMpFIW

#research #science #outreach

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How our brains process movement and optical illusions is fascinating!

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Best way to see Van Gogh's "Starry Night" is to stare at the center of the spiral for 20 seconds and then look at the painting

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We are proud to present our new video in our "Meet a Researcher" series:
Meet Sasha, a scientist who works with fish and robots to turn research into patient care!

See more at:
https://t.co/6I5WqqV4Fo

#science #outreach #sickkids #TranslationalResearch #MeetAResearcher

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Are you interested in learning about research at SickKids this summer?
Apply to the SickKids #SummerMentorshipProgram before the deadline to meet researchers, visit labs, create memories, and be immersed in science!
https://t.co/pD5HCiFxRA

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Together, let's #ChooseKindness! On #PinkShirtDay, SickKids staff dressed in pink to say NO to #bullying. #LiftEachOtherUp

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The time has finally come!
We are so excited to introduce you to our first researcher in the new Kids Science series, James Otis!
Check out the full video by clicking the link below. 💚
More coming soon!! 🥼🧪
https://t.co/4ftf2gAQt6

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SickKids is proud to be one of Canada’s Top 40 Research Hospitals from @R_Infosource for the 12th year in a row!

Thanks to our incredible research community, we’re ranked No. 1 in hospital intensity & No. 2 in researcher intensity!

Read ➡️ https://t.co/diikNLgmiV #SKResearch

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We would like to introduce you to James Otis!
Tomorrow, January 31st at 11AM.
Stay tuned… 🥼🧪💚
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Final reminder:
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It’s not too late to become a 2023 StAR student!
Today is the last day to apply to the SickKids StAR program so don’t forget to hit submit on your applications.

For more information, check out the link below.⭐️

https://t.co/CV7jJEO9z5

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FUTURE StAR STUDENTS!
It’s not too late..

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This is your final week to #apply!
Submit your applications by the end of the week for your chance to be a 2023 StAR student.

To see if you qualify for this program, check out the link below.

https://t.co/CV7jJEO9z5

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StAR announcement:
Do you want to be a 2023 StAR student!?
The application deadline is on January 27! Make sure to submit your application before then.
Check out the link below to see if you qualify for the StAR program. 🔭👩‍🔬🧬

https://t.co/CV7jJENBJx

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StAR application time!
The StAR program is a 6 week paid research internship, designed for students from underrepresented groups, specifically those from Indigenous, Black and Filipino communities.
Click the link for more information on applying.
https://t.co/stfAyZXqPh

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Happy World Science Day!
We wanted to share something extra special with you today. Over the next few months we will be releasing a series of videos highlighting different research projects that are happening here at SickKids.
Stay tuned!

@SickKidsNews

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Today we recognize the National Day for #TruthAndReconciliation and #OrangeShirtDay. SickKids acknowledges the intergenerational trauma caused by residential schools and remains committed to reconciliation and providing culturally safe care. #NDTR
https://t.co/ZlzBfQa0Ia

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We encourage staff and the SickKids community to reflect and share their personal commitments to #reconciliation today. Staff will be able to join learning events on Indigenous Placemaking in Health care and providing Culturally Safe Care throughout the day. #NDTR

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Wonder what it's like to work in a lab? Our Student Advancement Research (StAR) program provides Indigenous, Black & Filipino high school students a chance to work on research projects over the summer. Congrats to this year's graduates - thanks for contributing to #SKResearch!