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Q&A with Dr. Isaac Harris

New OICR Investigator discusses coming home to Ontario, the link between antioxidants and cancer, and how he wants his research to help improve your diet. Dr. Isaac Harris was recently recruited to McMaster University and…

ArticleOct 05, 2026

Talent

Q&A with Dr. Aaron Schimmer, OICR’s President and Scientific Director

Dr. Aaron Schimmer joined OICR as its new President and Scientific Director in August, and as the clinician-scientist settles into his new role, he sat down with OICR News for a chat about why he…

ArticleSep 30, 2026

Talent

Ella Zwep aiming to improve Indigenous representation in cancer research

The Laurier University undergraduate’s summer internship is focused on Indigenous recruitment to the Ontario Hereditary Cancer Research Network (OHCRN). Despite their history of prostate cancer, Ella Zwep knows her family is lucky. Living in southwestern…

ArticleAug 06, 2026

Talent

Ontario Institute for Cancer Research welcomes Dr. Aaron Schimmer as President and Scientific Director

Schimmer brings extensive experience as scientist, clinician and research leader. Toronto, ON, August 4, 2026 — Dr. Aaron Schimmer officially steps into his role as President and Scientific Director of the Ontario Institute for Cancer…

ArticleAug 04, 2026

Talent

Mya Thompson is helping shape the future of Indigenous data governance in cancer research

As part of a unique summer internship, Thompson is informing researcher training and data access procedures for the Ontario Hereditary Cancer Research Network (OHCRN). With a lifelong interest in health sciences and a passion for…

ArticleJul 30, 2026

Talent

Ask a Cancer Researcher: How do I become a cancer researcher?

Watch our latest Ask a Cancer Researcher video with Dr. Michelle Brazas to hear her advice for students looking to get started in cancer research. https://youtu.be/JkOKGY0XAi4?si=HcUMkIZq85iJ6gIU

ArticleJul 09, 2026

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Q&A with Dr. Isaac Harris

Q&A with Dr. Aaron Schimmer, OICR’s President and Scientific Director

Ella Zwep aiming to improve Indigenous representation in cancer research

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Ontario Institute for Cancer Research welcomes Dr. Aaron Schimmer as President and Scientific Director

Mya Thompson is helping shape the future of Indigenous data governance in cancer research

Ask a Cancer Researcher: How do I become a cancer researcher?