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3 RTC Annual Report 2015 - 2016 TRAINEE PROFILE The Rotman Research Institute ( RRI) is an internationally recognized cognitive neuroscience research institute fully affiliated with the University of Toronto. Trainees from around the world have join ed the RRI to receive training and mentorship from our 23 full - time scientists , 2 clini cian associates, and 15 adjunct and associate scientists. The RRI trains st udents at all levels including: • undergraduate students through university co - op placements and the 12 - week RRI summer student program • Master's and PhD students enrolled in graduate degree programs at the University of Toronto (e.g., Psychology, Institute of Medical Science, Medical Biophysics) • post - doctoral fellows In 2015 – 2016, RRI trainees included: 6 Undergraduates /co - op students 15 Undergraduate summer students 46 Graduat e students 33 Post - doctoral fellows TABLE OF CONTENTS Research Training Centre Highlights 1 Research Training Centre By the Numbers 2 Trainee Profil e 3 RTC Strategic Planning 2016 4 Trainee Awards & Recognitions 5 - 6 Trainees in the News 7 Trainee Alumni – Where are They Now? 8 PILLAR 1: RESE ARCH EDUCATION Academic Education Workshops 9 Rotman Research Institute Academic Rounds 10 - 12 PILLAR 2: CAREER & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Professional Development Workshops 13 Research Leadership Series 14 Experiential Opportunities – Summer Stu dent Program 15 Rotman Summer Rounds 15 Experiential Opportunities – RTC Internship Program 16 Innovative Perspectives in Neuroscience Conference 2016 17 PILLAR 3: ADVOCACY & COMMUNICATION Brain & Body Wellness Series 18 Science Outreach & Resear ch Tours 18 - 19 Training Partnerships 1 9 - 20 Educational Resources RTC Workshop Archive 21 RTC Google Calendar 21 Future Directions 22 About the Research Training Centre 23 - 24

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