2010 FRIESEN PRIZE PUBLIC FORUM
Dr. Shirley M. Tilghman
President of Princeton University

“Science and Enterprise as a Social Good:  the Role of Universities”

Wednesday, September 29, 2010
University of Ottawa, Tabaret Hall, 55o Cumberland St.
1:15 – 3:00 pm
Free Admission

ONLINE REGISTRATION

To access a profile on President Shirley Tilghman, the 2010 Friesen Prizewinner, click here.

2009 FRIESEN PRIZE PUBLIC FORUM

Sir John Bell
Regius Professor of Medicine, Oxford and President of the Academy of Medical Sciences, UK.

“Optimizing Treatment by Redefining Human Disease through Genetics”

Tuesday, September 22, 2009
Chateau Laurier Hotel, 1 Rideau St., Ottawa
4:30 – 5:40 pm
Free Admission

To access a profile on Prof. Sir John Bell, the 2009 Friesen Prizewinner, click here.

March 11, 2009 - Vancouver, British Columbia

Institutional visit - Dr. Harold Varmus, the 2008 Friesen Prize Laureate
University of British Columbia

This represents a national extension of the Friesen International Prize Program, which supports one or more institutional visits to universities or research centres, in addition to the major celebration in the Fall season.

The 2008 Friesen Prize Laureate will participate in the 50th anniversary of the Gairdner 50th Anniversary Symposium: Celebrating Excellence in Medical Research.

Dr. Bruce McManus will offer introductory remarks.

PREVIOUS

PRIZEWINNER & SPEAKER:             

Dr. Harold Varmus
President and CEO, Memorial-Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, NY & Nobel Prize (1989)

DATE: Wednesday, September 24, 2008

TIME: 4:30 pm

LOCATION:    MaRS Discovery District Auditorium
101 College St., Toronto.

TITLE:           “Advancing Global Health by Encouraging Medical Science Worldwide“

RECEPTION & AWARD PRESENTATION - 5:30 PM

***For more information: (416)  506-1597 and aubie.angel@utoronto.ca

Announcement of the 2008 Friesen International Prizewinner

February 4, 2008 - Hamilton, Ontario
Institutional Visit - Dr. John R. Evans, the 2007 Friesen Prize Laureate
McMaster University

Report from Dr. Stephanie Atkinson, FCIHR Board member and Host of the Institutional visit to McMaster University:

“It was indeed a pleasure for The Faculty of Health Sciences and Michael Degroote School of Medicine at McMaster University to celebrate the Henry G. Friesen International Prize in Health Research to Dr. John Evans, the founding Dean of McMaster’s Medical School. Dr. Evans captured the attention of a packed theatre of McMaster scientists by proposing that to attain increased growth in research funding we cannot just keep doing more of the same but must develop novel initiatives that resonate with government and the public and that are complementary to the general strategic directives of government policies. Quoting from Kevin Lynch, Evans stated that such future initiatives must be, “Innovative, Imaginative, Intelligent, with public policy at its heart”.

Key research leaders at McMaster rose to Evan’s challenge and put forward thoughtful suggestions in the realm of research process, and how to engage in commercialization that engages government. While recognizing the advances made in health research since the inception of CIHR, suggestions were made on how to improve excellence and productivity in research while building research capacity through attractive programs for young researchers. Looking beyond borders, several spoke to the importance of international health service opportunities, and why it is vital for Canada to engage in global health research. All agreed that we need strong leadership to forge new paths to shape future research policy in our country.

Dr. Evan’s visit on February 4, 2008 included a tour of the refurbished Clinical Learning Lab (now outfitted with simulated non-human patients) and the new high tech Health Sciences library appointed in Canadian Aboriginal & First Nations art. A reception was held in the new C. Barber Mueller History of Health & Medicine Room where glass cases displayed memorabilia of John Evan’s contributions to the development of the McMaster Medical School over 35 years ago – a fitting tribute to the founder of medical education at McMaster.”

First Dean leads research discussion

Published February 6, 2008

Courtesy of McMaster University: http://fhs.mcmaster.ca/main/news/news_2008/evans_lecture.html

John Evans, the founding dean of what is now the Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine, talks with John Kelton, dean and vice-president of the Faculty of Health Sciences during a visit to McMaster this week.

Dr. Evans gave a lecture and sparked discussion on the future of health research in Canada with senior scientists of the Faculty. He is the winner of the prestigious 2007 Friesen Award given by the Friends of the Canadian Institutes for Health Research.

Since establishing the medical school in 1965, Dr. Evans has had a career spanning education, public health, government service, charitable foundations and corporate leadership. He is currently the chair of the Board of Directors for the Medical and Related Sciences (MaRS) Discovery District in Toronto.

— Photo by Mike Lalich

Public Forum Poster

December 9-11, 2007 – Edmonton, Alberta
Institutional visit of Dr. John R. Evans
University of Alberta

Dr. John R. Evans, the 2007 recipient of the Friesen International Prize will be visiting the University of Alberta to deliver a Public Forum on:

“The Infinite Horizon of Health Research: Is Canada visible?”

Program for Friesen Prize Institutional visit
Public Forum Poster - U of Alberta

September 19, 2007 – Montréal, Quebec

The 2007 Henry G. Friesen International Prize in Health Research
7:45am Leaders Breakfast
11:45am Luncheon Address, CAHS Annual Meeting
Address by 2007 Prizewinner Dr. John R. Evans, Chair, MaRS Discovery District
3:00pm Public Forum, University of Montréal, Pavillon Roger-Gaudry
“The Infinite Horizon of Health Research: Is Canada Visible?”
Address by Dr. John R. Evans
4:45pm Public Reception, Foyer, Pavillon Roger-Gaudry
6:15pm Award Dinner
September 20, 2007 – Montréal Quebec
FCIHR Annual General Meeting and Open Meeting of the Board.
7:45am Delta Hotel, Debussy Room

May 7, 2007 – Toronto, Ontario

The Henry G. Friesen International Prize in Health Research
Reception and Announcement of Prizewinner
Massey College, University of Toronto
This event marked the public announcement of the 2007 winner of The Henry G. Friesen International Prize in Health Research: Dr. John R. Evans, Chair, MaRS Discovery District, Toronto. Event details and list of speakers.
The media release and other materials are also available.
Event Program
Media Release

March 26 & 27, 2007 – Winnipeg, Manitoba

Institutional Visit by 2006 Friesen Prizewinner
The Henry G. Friesen International Prize in Health Research University of Manitoba
Regional visits are a key component of The Henry G. Friesen International Prize in Health Research. Dr. Joseph B. Martin, Dean Harvard Medical School, 2006 Prizewinner made a visit to Winnipeg, hosted by the University of Manitoba Centre for Advancement of Medicine. In addition to delivering a keynote address at the University of Manitoba, Dr. Martin toured medical and research facilities and met with leaders, scientists and students. Program details and photos.
Full Program

March 26, 2007 – Winnipeg, Manitoba

Media Release
“Canadian Neuroscientist & The Henry G. Friesen International Prize Inaugural Recipient Gives a Public
Lecture at the Faculty of Medicine – Today, internationally renowned Canadian, Dr. Joseph B. Martin, Dean, Harvard Medical School, Harvard University and inaugural recipient…” (more)

September 26, 2006 – Ottawa, Ontario

2006 The Henry G. Friesen International Prize in Health Research (Inaugural)
• Breakfast with: Neuroscientists and Mental Health Group
University of Ottawa, Faculty of Medicine

Leadership Luncheon: Health Policy Advisors
Parliament Hill

• CAHS Luncheon: Exploring New Models for Translational Research
Address by Dr. Joseph B. Martin

• Public Forum & Reception
Brain Disease: Health Research Policy for the Public Good
Address by Dr. Joseph B. Martin, Dean, Harvard Medical School, Harvard University; inaugural 2006 winner of The Henry G. Friesen International Prize in Health Research
National Gallery of Canada

• Award Dinner
Presentation of 2006 Prize to Dr. Joseph B. Martin
Rideau Club

July 12, 2006 – Toronto, Ontario

Media Release
“Canadian Neuroscientist Wins International Prize For Research and Innovation in the Delivery of Health Care – Internationally renowned Canadian, Dr. Joseph B. Martin, Dean of the Harvard Faculty of Medicine, was named the inaugural winner …”