IRCM Research Day

The Baystream company has a long-standing history of supporting and participating in the IRCM (Institut de Recherches Cliniques de Montreal) Research Day. For the past two years, Baystream has been making a significant contribution to the event by offering bursaries to students. This support is aimed at linking the world-renowned IRCM center of excellence in clinical research with the local scientific community and providing students with the financial support they need to further their education and research.

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Every year in May, the IRCM hosts its annual Research Day, where trainees are invited to present their research results in poster or oral format. This provides a unique opportunity for students to share their findings with a wider audience and receive valuable feedback from other researchers and experts in the field. In 2015, the Baystream Prize was awarded to a talented and dedicated doctoral student named Joanne Leung, who was working in the Immune Regulation Research Unit under the supervision of Dr. Woong-Kyung Suh.

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Ms. Leung was pursuing her PhD in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology at McGill University, one of the leading institutions in the field. Her research focused on the role of host B7-H4 in promoting protective anti-tumor T-cell immunity against immunogenic tumor transplants, and her work made a significant contribution to the understanding of this complex area of research.

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The title of her prize-winning oral presentation was "Absence of host B7-H4 promotes protective anti-tumor T-cell immunity against immunogenic tumor transplants". The presentation was well-received by the audience and was recognized as one of the standout presentations of the day, earning her the prestigious Baystream Prize.

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The prize was presented by Dr. Francis Bellido, Baystream's Life Sciences Director, during the event. Dr. Bellido praised Ms. Leung's work and congratulated her on her achievement. He emphasized Baystream's commitment to supporting and encouraging up-and-coming scientists and researchers in their pursuit of advancing the field of clinical research.

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In conclusion, the Baystream company's support of the IRCM Research Day and its contribution to the education and development of young scientists is a testament to its commitment to the scientific community and its dedication to furthering the field of clinical research.