Northern Health Research Conference
NOSM University held its 20th annual Northern Health Research Conference (NHRC) from June 16 to 17, 2025. This was our 4th hybrid model based out of Thunder Bay, Ontario, with an online portion for those who could not attend in person.
Over 155 learners, physicians, faculty and researchers were in attendance. With a total of 27 oral presentations and 44 posters, attendees were able to learn about research activities taking place across Northern Ontario, and network with their peers.
Congratulations to our student winners:
Oral Presentation – Undergraduate Division – Félix Lavigne
Oral Presentation – Graduate/Post-Graduate Division – Amanda Keursten
Poster Presentation – Undergraduate Division – Jonathan Hammond
Poster Presentation – Graduate/Post-Graduate Division – Lucas Mrozewski
Poster Presentation – In-Person – Shirley Liu
Roger Strasser NHRC Student Travel Award – Mustafa Alzahran
A thought-provoking keynote address titled “Respecting Lives, Enhancing Care: Addressing the Opioid Crisis with Compassion” was delivered by Dr. Kristen Morin, an Assistant Professor at NOSM University, a Health Sciences North Research Institute affiliated researcher, and an ICES North Fellow.
An informative Lunch and Learn session titled “The Ontario Health Study: A resource for cancer, disease and health research in Ontario and Canada” was delivered by Dr. Victoria Kirsh, the Interim Scientific Director at Ontario Health Study.
Visit the conference website for further information, and check out NOSMtv to view the 2025 posters. Click here to view the 2025 agenda.
This conference demonstrates NOSM University’s commitment to health care and education to the people of Northern Ontario and beyond. The NHRC continues to explore research activities within Northern Ontario arising from community-based activities. It will highlight projects underway from students, residents, and community-based researchers. The conference provides opportunities for collaboration and community networking.
