Calendar - Friesen Prize Program

January 24, 2012 - CBC RADIO ONE “Ideas”
Interview with Dr. Victor Dzau, 2011 Friesen Prizewinner

LEVELLING THE PLAYING FIELD

A renowned cardiovascular scientist and public policy visionary, Dr. Victor Dzau, Chancellor for Health Affairs at Duke University, is spearheading an international campaign to eliminate tragic disparities in the delivery of medical care - both close to home and around the world. Winner of the 2011 Henry G. Friesen International Prize in Health Research, Dr. Dzau speaks about both these passions with IDEAS host Paul Kennedy.
For more details, visit:  http://www.cbc.ca/ideas/schedule/#january 

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BOOK LAUNCH - Friesen Prize Lectures 3/4/5


Date:        Wednesday, November 16th, 2011

Place:      Ottawa (*POSTPONED*)

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John Bell

“Optimizing treatment by redefining human disease through genetics”

Shirley Tilghman

“Science and enterprise as a social good: The role of universities”

“Bridging the gender gap in science and technology”



2011 FRIESEN PRIZE PUBLIC FORUM

***CLICK HERE FOR ONLINE REGISTRATION***

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Prizewinner: 

Dr. Victor Dzau

Chancellor for Health Affairs, Duke University
President and CEO, Duke University Health System

“Innovations in Cardiac Care: Stem Cells in the Repair and Regeneration of Heart Muscle.”


Date:        Wednesday, September 14th, 2011


Place:      Ottawa


Venue:     Fairmont Chateau Laurier Hotel

(1 Rideau St., Drawing Room)


Time:       4 pm to 5:30 pm


Reception to follow.