RESEARCH COMMITTEES
Research Advisory Committee (RAC)
Scientific Review Committee (SRC)
Research Ethics Board Committee (REB)
Working Group Committee
InVivo Lab Committee
Updates & Notices
IWK Responsible Conduct of Research Policy
The Responsible Conduct of Research policy establishes expectations for the responsible conduct of research at the IWK and outlines processes for handling allegations of research misconduct.
OUR TEAM
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Dr. Jean Shoveller Vice President Research and Innovation Jeannie.Shoveller@iwk.nshealth.ca |
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Lisa Boutilier Executive Assistant, VP Research and Innovation Lisa.Boutilier@iwk.nshealth.ca (902) 470-6958 |
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Kathleen Leadon |
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Yasmin Ali Manager, Research Administration Yasmin.Ali@iwk.nshealth.ca (902) 470-6548 |
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Sandy Berry |
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Jennifer McCarthy |
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Mike Barr Business Administrator Michael.Barr@iwk.nshealth.ca (902) 470-8765 |
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Yvonne Cake |
Research Ethics |
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Joanne Street Coordinator, Research Ethics Board Joanne.Street@iwk.nshealth.ca (902) 470-7879 |
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Kimberley Farmer |
Dev. & Infrastructure |
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Kelly Brophy Facilities Coordinator Kelly.Brophy@iwk.nshealth.ca (902) 470-8705 |
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Jill Hatchette Consulting Scientist, Lead for Education and Ethics Jill.Hatchette@iwk.nshealth.ca (902) 470-8717 |
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Vivian Bezanson In Vivo Lab Technician Vivian.Bezanson@iwk.nshealth.ca (902) 470-8940 |
IWK RESEARCH AWARDS
Research Services offers two annual awards which are presented during S.T.A.R.S. (Special Time to Appreciate and Recognize Staff) week.
The Robert Bortolussi Mentorship Award was established to recognize and reward the dedication, endurance and commitment to mentoring. Nominees must demonstrate extraordinary commitment to the Mission, Vision and Core Values of the Health Centre through personal activity, collaboration and/or support of others.
The IWK Research Award was created to recognize an individual, research group, team or organization who distinguishes him/herself among his/her colleagues by demonstrating innovation, creativity and outstanding achievement in research activities conducted and/or supported at the IWK. Nominees must demonstrate extraordinary commitment to the Mission, Vision and Core Values of the Health Centre through personal activity, collaboration and/or support of others.
We are currently accepting nominations for these two Research awards which will be presented at the STARS Award and Recognition Ceremony on Wednesday May 3, 2017.
All nominations must be received by March 31, 2018. Nominators are to email their form to sandy.berry@iwk.nshealth.ca. If desired, a paper copy with typed comments can be left at/mailed to the Research Services office, c/o STARS Awards.
Please contact Sandy Berry at 902-470-7548 or sandy.berry@iwk.nshealth.ca if you have any further questions.
Past Winners
The Robert Bortolussi Mentorship Award
2011 Diann Nicholson
2012 Stan Kutcher
2013 Scott Halperin
2015 Dolores McKeen
IWK Award
1994 Judith Ritchie
1995 Harold Cook
1996 James Wright
1997 Scott Halperin
1998 Patrick McGrath
1999 Diann Nicholson
2000 Thomas and Andrew Issekutz
2001 Alexander Allen
2003 KS Joseph
2004 Carol and Peter Camfield
2005 IWK Auxiallary
2006 Linda Dodds
2008 Ryan D'Arcy
2009 Isabel Smith and Susan Bryson
2011 Christopher Richardson
2012 Andrew Stadnyk
2013 PERU
2015 Jill Chorney
2016 Christine Chambers
RESEARCHER PROFILES
Research at the IWK Health Centre is flourishing, thanks to the efforts of our exceptionally talented researchers. They include clinicians in a wide range of health professions, as well as basic scientists, epidemiologists and social scientists. Their work spans all four pillars of research: basic biomedical, clinical, health services and population health research. Together, IWK researchers are building a solid platform of knowledge that we can build upon to address all the key elements that influence health.
Many of our researchers have come to Halifax from other provinces and countries to join the IWK and Dalhousie University, our affiliated academic institution. The high calibre of our growing research community is attracting top people, to the benefit of the communities we serve.
Our researchers are noted for their academic credentials and high-impact publications. They are equally well known for their willingness to share knowledge and to work with colleagues toward common goals. Through their ideas, their energy, their dedication, and their teamwork, they are making a positive difference, every day, to the health and wellbeing of women, children, youth and families in the Maritimes.
Area Specific Research Profiles
Research Site Map
Contact Us
IWK Health Centre Research Services
5850/5980 University Ave
PO Box 9700
Nova Scotia, B3K 6R8
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