Seminars Series

Join us for our monthly seminar series:
'Explore' & 'Research in Progress'

Jeff Smith, Ph.D.

Dr. Jeff Smith is Full Professor in the Department of Chemistry and the Institute of Biochemistry at Carleton University. He received his BSc from Trent University in 2000 and earned his PhD at York University in 2005. After three years at the Ottawa Institute of Systems Biology at the University of Ottawa, he joined Carleton in 2008, and is currently the Director of the Carleton Mass Spectrometry Centre. He is currently the President of the Canadian Society for Mass Spectrometry and his research focusses on the use of mass spectrometry to investigate the biomolecular mechanisms of cellular life.

Explore Series

Where? NI 3040 @ 9am
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Jan 29, 2026

James Jonkman, Ph.D.

James is a Staff Scientist at University Health Network where he developed and manages Canada’s largest optical microscopy facility – the Advanced Optical Microscopy Facility (AOMF). With over 40 instruments at 4 sites, he and his team at the AOMF help nearly 600 users per year with every manner of optical microscopy, from basic fluorescence and brightfield acquisition to advanced techniques such as Super-resolution, FRAP, FRET, and 3D analysis. James is particularly passionate about teaching and training users. He has been running week-long optical microscopy courses in the AOMF for 14 years, has co-authored several book chapters and review articles, presented at numerous conferences and webinars, and has helped as an organizer and instructor for the Montreal Light Microscopy Course (MLMC). James was also the co-president of the Canadian Cytometry and Microscopy Association (CCMA) from 2014-2017 and is on the executive board of Canada BioImaging.

Explore Series

Where? NI 3040 @ 9am
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Feb 26, 2026

Parminder Riarh

Parminder Riarh is a PhD student in Medical Physics in the Department of Physics at Carleton University and a member of the Laser-Assisted Medical Physics and Engineering (LAMPE) Lab under the supervision of Dr. Sangeeta Murugkar. His research focuses on multimodal nonlinear optical microscopy, including stimulated Raman scattering (SRS), second-harmonic generation (SHG), and two-photon excited fluorescence (TPEF). His current work investigates radiation-induced structural and biochemical changes in irradiated mouse skin, with the goal of identifying early optical biomarkers of tissue injury. His research combines advanced laser imaging systems with quantitative image analysis and machine learning approaches to improve assessment of radiation response and support the development of optical biodosimetry tools.

Research in progress Series

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Mar 26, 2026

Melvin Le Bihan, Ph.D.

Dr. Le Bihan is a Scientific Consultant at Scientific Volume Imaging (SVI), the company behind Huygens Software. Has a Masters degree in Biochemistry from the University of La Rochelle, France, and a PhD in 2022 from Institut Curie in Paris. During his doctoral research, I investigated non-canonical pathways of the immune regulator STING in the Laboratory of Innate Immunity under the supervision of Dr. Nicolas Manel. Following his PhD, he moved into the private sector and joined the start-up Confocal.nl, where worked on the development of new confocal imaging technologies, before subsequently joining SVI.

Explorer Series

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Apr 30, 2026

Vivian Bradaschia, Ph.D.

Vivian Bradaschia manages the TCP Pathology Core at the Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute (Sinai Health, Toronto), which supports hundreds of academic and industry researchers each year across the Toronto area and Canada. The core specializes in histology preparation with a strong focus on meeting the stringent requirements of modern spatial biology platforms, including spatial transcriptomics and imaging mass cytometry. Vivian is passionate about empowering researchers to generate meaningful biological insights through high‑quality tissue imaging.

Explorer Series

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May 28, 2026

The Explorer Series

The Explorer Series is a dynamic seminar series that brings together researchers from diverse academic fields to share their groundbreaking work. This series serves as a melting pot of ideas, fostering collaboration and innovation across various disciplines. From cell biology to engineering, attendees will have the opportunity to delve into the latest discoveries, methodologies, and insights from leading researchers, promoting cross-pollination of ideas and sparking new avenues of exploration.

Research In Progress Series

Our Research in Progress Series features presentations from students and trainees eager to showcase their research and expertise. This series provides a platform for the next generation of researchers to share their work. From undergraduates to graduate students and early-career professionals, attendees can expect a diverse array of topics and fresh perspectives. The series fosters a supportive environment for constructive feedback and networking, helping young academics develop their presentation skills and connect with peers who share their passion for advancing knowledge.

Seminars Series

Join us for our monthly seminar series:
'Explore' & 'Research in Progress'

Jeff Smith, Ph.D.

Explore Series

Where? NI 3040 @ 9am
Online Join Zoom Meeting

Jan 29, 2026

James Jonkman, Ph.D.

Explore Series

Where? NI 3040 @ 9am
Online Join Zoom Meeting

Feb 26, 2026

Parminder Riarh

Research in progress Series

Where? NI 3040 @ 9am
Online Join Zoom Meeting

Mar 26, 2026

Melvin Le Bihan, Ph.D.

Explorer Series

Where? Online @ 9am
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Apr 30, 2026

Vivian Bradaschia, Ph.D.

Explorer Series

Where? Online @ 9am
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May 28, 2026

The Explorer Series

Research In Progress Series

If you would like to share your research with us, please send a message to TEAMHub@cunet.carleton.ca

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Seminars Series

Join us for our monthly seminar series: 'Explore' & 'Research in Progress'

Jeff Smith, Ph.D.

Explore Series

Where? NI 3040 @ 9am Online Join Zoom Meeting

Jan 29, 2026

James Jonkman, Ph.D.

Explore Series

Where? NI 3040 @ 9am Online Join Zoom Meeting

Feb 26, 2026

Parminder Riarh

Research in progress Series

Where? NI 3040 @ 9am Online Join Zoom Meeting

Mar 26, 2026

Melvin Le Bihan, Ph.D.

Explorer Series

Where? Online @ 9am Join Zoom Meeting

Apr 30, 2026

Vivian Bradaschia, Ph.D.

Explorer Series

Where? Online @ 9am Join Zoom Meeting

May 28, 2026

The Explorer Series

Research In Progress Series

If you would like to share your research with us, please send a message to TEAMHub@cunet.carleton.ca

Get the latest updates

Follow @TEAMHub_Ottawa

Join us for our monthly seminar series:
'Explore' & 'Research in Progress'

Where? NI 3040 @ 9am
Online Join Zoom Meeting

Where? NI 3040 @ 9am
Online Join Zoom Meeting

Where? NI 3040 @ 9am
Online Join Zoom Meeting

Where? Online @ 9am
Join Zoom Meeting

Where? Online @ 9am
Join Zoom Meeting