The University of Lethbridge has several events lined up this week that may be of interest to your readers, viewers and listeners. Members of the media who are interested in covering these events are encouraged to contact the individual event organizer directly.
The RNA Collaborative presents a talk by Dr. Melissa Moore of Moderna Therapeutics
Wednesday, Feb. 10, 2 to 3 p.m., Zoom webinar
As a member of RNA Collaborative, the Alberta RNA Research and Training Institute (ARRTI) at the U of L, is pleased to present a talk by Dr. Melissa Moore, chief scientific officer with Moderna Therapeutics. She will be discussing the backstory of Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine in this Zoom webinar. This work highlights the transformative potential that fundamental research has in preparing us as Canadians and the world for upcoming challenges. Registration is required.
Contact — Dr. Laura Keffer-Wilkes, kefferwilkesl@uleth.ca
2021 imagineNATIVE Tour — Loretta Todd
Thursday, Feb. 11, 2 p.m., online
This free film screening includes an artist talk with Loretta Todd. Illuminating Eden Robinson’s acclaimed book onto the screen, Monkey Beach is an epic and visionary tale directed by Loretta Todd. The film follows Lisa Hill (Grace Dove) as she returns to her parents’ home in the Haisla village of Kitamaat where she is confronted by a long-ignored but powerful connection to the supernatural world that surrounds her — a connection she will need if she is to save her brother who is lost at sea. Registration is required.
Contact — Mike Frank, mike.frank2@uleth.ca
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Contact
Caroline Zentner, public affairs adviser
University of Lethbridge
403-795-5403
