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David EstokAdvisor to the President (Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs)
David Estok, formerly Vice-President of Communications at the University of Toronto, is Advisor to the President (Communications, Marketing and Public Affairs).
In addition to his previous senior leadership role at the University of Toronto, David has also held senior leadership roles at SickKids Foundation, where he was Vice-President, Brand Marketing and Communications, Western University where he was the first Associate Vice-President of Communications, and The Hamilton Spectator, where he served as editor-in-chief.
McMaster University is public research university located in Ontario, Canada. Founded in 1887 in Toronto through a bequest from the estate of Senator William McMaster, a member of the first senate after Confederation and founding president of the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce. The first three faculties were Arts, Science, and Divinity.
McMaster University’s purpose is the discovery, communication and preservation of knowledge. In their teaching, research and scholarship, they are committed to creativity, innovation and excellence.
The Latest from McMaster University
McMaster researcher’s latest antibiotic discovery offers new way to kill drug-resistant bacteria.
Manikomycin, which blocks the exit site of the protein-producing machinery in bacteria, is the fourth major discovery from antimicrobial resistance expert Gerry Wright’s research
McMaster is celebrating the generosity of Walter and Maria Schroeder. Their new $2M gift through the @schroederfdn will enhance the student experience in nursing and physician assistant education.
$2M gift from Walter and Maria Schroeder boosts nursing and physician assistant programs
This latest gift creates support and opportunities to enhance the student experience for a new generation of outstanding clinical care staff.
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Another successful STEM Workshop for Indigenous Girls+ is in the books!
Thanks to @McMasterU for hosting an inspiring program to help Indigenous youth explore STEM and nuclear.
McMaster researchers discover new antibiotic that kills some of the world’s most dangerous and drug-resistant bacteria — and does so by targeting a previously unknown vulnerability, opening the door to an entirely new class of treatments | @McMasterIIDR
McMaster researcher’s latest antibiotic discovery offers new way to kill drug-resistant bacteria
Researchers at McMaster University have discovered a new antibiotic that kills some of the world’s most dangerous a...
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@McMasterIIDR McMaster researcher Gerry Wright joined CTV @YourMorning to share more about how his lab made this exciting discovery. Watch here:
McMaster University researchers discover antibiotic against drug-resistant bacteria
Study team lead Gerry Wright explains how the new drug ‘manikomycin’ could open the door to a unique class of treatments.
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On the latest @CHCHNews Newsmakers podcast, I had an enlightening discussion with @McMasterU economics professor @ColinMang about Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker program and the upcoming #CUSMA talks between 🇨🇦 & 🇺🇸
June is Pride Month. The Pride flag will be flying at McMaster this month as a visible reminder: Whether you are 2SLGBTQIA+, gender questioning or unsure, you belong here and this community celebrates you year-round.
Full list of events and resources: ➡️https://ow.ly/66Ij50Z5Miy
June is both National Indigenous History Month and Pride Month, and campus groups representing the diverse Indigenous and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities have together made a plan that ensures both are appropriately represented. https://ow.ly/WfGT50Z67vr
Their final gift becomes a lifelong lesson for future health-care professionals. This powerful @globeandmail story highlights McMaster University’s Education Program in Anatomy and the Service of Gratitude. Thank you to the donors and families who make this learning possible.
Inside a university anatomy lab where researchers study bodies Canadians have donated to science https://www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/article-mcmaster-anatomy-lab-body-donation-education/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter
#HamOnt It was wonderful to join McMaster University for their “Celebrating Discovery and Distinction” event to recognize the incredible people whose work is making a real difference in our city and around the world.
Hamilton is proud to be home to a world-class institution like
McMaster University celebrates formal installation of alumnus Nicholas Brathwaite as Chancellor
‘Set a new standard for what humanity can achieve’: Nicholas Brathwaite installed as McMaster’s...
The philanthropist and tech leader urged graduates at spring convocation to use their education to break barriers, f...
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A research-intensive, student-centred university
McMaster recognises that a key element of its internationalisation strategy is forging global partnerships – research and educational alliances based on reciprocity, transfer of knowledge and resources, engagement with communities, and a commitment to effective collaboration.
They are involved with projects in over 130 countries, and within those countries have built over 1200 partnerships.
McMaster University is actively engaged every year in hundreds of international partnerships and collaborations, and these connections include; faculty exchanges, research collaborations, capacity building initiatives, joint supervision of doctoral students, student exchanges and mobility agreements.
Mission and vision
- McMaster's purpose is the discovery, communication and preservation of knowledge
- Committed to creativity, innovation and excellence in teaching, research and scholarship
- We value integrity, quality, inclusiveness and teamwork in everything we do
- We inspire critical thinking, personal growth and a passion for lifelong learning
- We serve the social, cultural and economic needs of our community and our society
17th in the THE Impact Rankings
70+
Research centres and institutes
$493,500m
Research intensity (per faculty member)
With more than 70 research centres and institutes, McMaster University has a high focus on collaborative research within many faculties, and with a particular focus on experimental sciences.
McMaster is collaborating across borders in the advancement of aerospace and earth science research, joining forces with the Operational Space Medicine program at the Canadian Space Agency and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). They have also participated in the North American Carbon program, alongside NASA, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the United States Department of Agriculture, and the United States Geological Survey, allowing graduate students to gain experience with field measurements and climate modeling works.
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