On October 1, 2025 the McIntyre Medical Building hosted an engaging Mini-Symposium & Discussion Day in Rooms 210/11 at 3655 Promenade Sir William Osler.
The event brought together leading researchers and students for a day of cutting-edge scientific exchange. Program
Highlights of the Day
The sessions covered a wide range of topics, including:
Single-cell and spatial genomics
Epigenetics and CRISPR technologies
Long-read sequencing and RNA innovations
Participants also enjoyed short presentations by joint McGill–Kyoto PhD students, showcasing collaborative research efforts between the two institutions.
Distinguished Speakers
The symposium featured renowned experts from McGill University and Kyoto University, including:
Mitinori Saitou (ASHBi, Kyoto University)
Mark Lathrop (McGill University)
Yasuaki Hiraoka (ASHBi, Kyoto University)
Claudia Kleinman (McGill University)
Yue Li (McGill University)
Raquel Cuella Martin (McGill University)
Knut Woltjen (Kyoto University)
Taka Inoue (ASHBi, Kyoto University)
Yasuhiro Murakawa (ASHBi, Kyoto University)
Ioannis Ragoussis (McGill University)
Thomas Duchaine (McGill University)
CERC Presentations
Dr. Vincent Mooser, CERC Chair, shared insights into CERC activities, highlighting strategic initiatives and collaborative opportunities.
Dr. Raquel Cuella Martin, CERC PI, presented her research alongside her team, offering an in-depth look at their latest findings.
Two joint McGill–Kyoto PhD students, Susannah Selber- Hnaiw from Dr. Sirui Zhou lab and Masashi Hasebe from Dr. Saotshi Yoshiji Lab, delivered compelling presentations on their projects.
Networking Reception
The day concluded with a cocktail reception at the Redpath Museum (859 Sherbrooke Street West, Montreal), offering attendees an informal setting to connect with speakers and collaborators.