Ontario Molecular Pathology Research Network

OMPRN is a province-wide network of pathologists, clinical laboratory scientists and cancer researchers collaborating to carry out high-quality cancer research with a clear potential for clinical impact.

We’re Passionate about Pathology

The mission of OMPRN is to enhance molecular pathology research capacity across Ontario through providing research project support, education and networking opportunities for pathologists, clinical laboratory scientists and cancer researchers wishing to improve their skills in molecular aspects of cancer.

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$4.6M

Awarded to pathology-led research projects since 2016

Research projects funded

Principal investigators funded across Ontario

Pathology trainees involved in research projects

Recent News

December, 2024 – Letter from the OMPRN Director

As we tidy up loose ends before a much-deserved holiday, it’s a good time to reflect on the past year, and dream about what’s comi…

December, 2024 -Workshop on Sarcoma Molecular Pathology: Highlights from the Ontario Association of Pathologists (OAP) Meeting

On September 27th, 2024, OMPRN hosted a workshop on the histopathology and molecular pathology of sarcoma workshop, titled “Decodi…

December, 2024 – From Data to Diagnostics: Genomics in Pathology

Led by instructors Bernard Lam (Associate Director, Translational Genomics Laboratory, OICR), Lawrence Heisler (Senior Manager, Ge…

December, 2024 – Events and announcements

Find out about upcoming OMPRN events and important announcements here.

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OMPRN connects pathologists and molecular pathology researchers across Ontario. Become a member to access exclusive research, educational and networking resources.

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OMPRN’s patient resources

OMPRN aims to meet the education needs of everyone, from budding researchers to patients and members of the greater patient community.

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OMPRN was established by the Ontario Institute for Cancer Research (OICR) as part of its 2016-2021 Strategic Plan. OMPRN is also part of OICR’s Adaptive Oncology (AO) Initiative.