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UPEI Multidisciplinary Graduate Research Conference Aug 9-10

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The third UPEI Multidisciplinary Graduate Research Conference (UMGRC) is taking place on campus August 9 and 10. The campus community is invited to attend presentations, workshops, and more. Additional information can be found here: http://www.upei.ca/graduatestudies/gsa/umgrc

The keynote presentation is by Dr. Tanzina Huq (UNB) at 10 am in MCDH 242. In this presentation, Dr. Huq will speak about natural preservatives, specifically chitosan which can be found in mushrooms and other fungi, and can be produced by using an eco-friendly method. 

The UMGRC President's Reception is Aug 9 at 6:30-7:30 pm in MCDH Market Square. There will be food, a cash bar, music, and a presentation by Dr. Adam Fenech. All are welcome to attend. 

To wrap up the conference, there will be a panel on careers post-graduation with special guests Dr. Kim Critchley, Dr. Jordan Poley, Dr. Amy Hsiao, and Dr. Russ Kerr. This panel takes place Aug 10 at 5:30 pm in MCDH 243. Refreshments will be served. All are welcome to attend. 

If you have any questions, please email us at gsa@upei.ca.