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Â鶹AV x XPRIZE: A transdisciplinary symposium on creating societal change

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Join us for a day of discussion to foster collaboration between academia and entrepreneurship, hosted by the Â鶹AV Sustainability Systems Initiative and . Taking place at Â鶹AV in Montreal, Canada, the symposium will highlight how research plays a critical role in furthering a sustainable and equitable future. Additionally, celebrate Â鶹AV’s entry into XPRIZE’s Higher Education Network!

Why attend?

  • Learn about XPRIZE’s latest breakthrough focus areas
  • Reimagine the role of the university in advancing societal change
  • Identify opportunities to collaborate across disciplines and meet new partners
  • Get inspired on new approaches to tackle grand challenges

Registration

Please register for the event .

Date: February 3, 2025

Time: 8 a.m.– 7 p.m.

Location: Faculty Club Ballroom, 3450 McTavish St, Montreal, Quebec H3A 1X9

RSVP Deadline: Registration will close on January 27th, 2025.

About the Â鶹AV Sustainability Systems Initiative

The Â鶹AV Sustainability Systems Initiative (MSSI) is the University’s convenor, catalyst, connector, and overall leader of sustainability research efforts. The MSSI is comprised of network of 253 professors and a $10M research fund. The MSSI's goal is to create societal change by creating inter and transdisciplinary research programs.

About XPRIZE

XPRIZE accelerates breakthroughs to solve humanity’s greatest challenges. It is the world-recognized leader in designing and operating large-scale incentive prize competitions.

Speakers

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Andrew Gonzalez

Liber Ero Chair in Conservation Biology, Â鶹AV

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Etienne Laliberté

Professor in the Département de sciences biologiques,

Co-founder & CEO,

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Laura Wasserson

Co-founder & COO,

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Jordan Masys

Co-founder & COO,

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Bruce Lennox

Dean of Science, Tomlinson Professor of Chemistry, Â鶹AV

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Evan Henry

Associate Director, Â鶹AV Sustainability Systems Initiative

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Andrew Tauhert

Chief Impact Officer,

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David Babson

Executive Vice President, Climate & Energy,

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Elaine Hungenberg

Senior Vice President, Partnerships & Impact,

Schedule

  • 8:00 a.m.: Registration and Coffee

  • 9:00 a.m.: Opening Remarks and Welcome

  • 9:30 a.m.: Keynote

  • 10:00 a.m.: TheÌýNew Vic Project: The Future of Sustainability at Â鶹AVÌý

  • 10:10 a.m.: Future Horizons: Unveiling the Next XPRIZE Competitions

  • 11:00 a.m.: From Ideas to Action: A Panel on Sparking Real-World Solutions

  • 12:00 p.m.: Lunch

  • 1:00 a.m.: Moonshot Workshop

  • 4:30 p.m.: Fireside Chat: Â鶹AV and XPRIZE’s Bold Collaboration

  • 5:00 p.m.: Cocktail Reception

Map

Parking

The Faculty Club's main entrance is situated at 3450 McTavish. However, McTavish is a no-car zone.

To drop off, you can either do so at the corner of Sherbrooke and McTavish or come around the back of theÌýClubÌýby using Peel Street.

As for parking the nearest indoor lot is 2055 Metcalfe (between Sherbrooke and de Maisonneuve, under Scotia Bank Tower). Please visit the Â鶹AV Transport parking page for additional recommendations on and off campus if you require parking.

Accommodation

Â鶹AV has a preferred hotel program for all faculty, students, staff, and visitors where you can enjoy our discounted rate with the MOHP Guest Program. Please consider accommodation close to the university and downtown for your convenience at the event.

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