Directors Message
Join Us For Doors Open London 
Robarts is delighted to be part of the eighth annual Doors Open London tour for the first time.
Doors Open is positioned as a “weekend of communal gathering, celebration and recognition for London’s numerous, significant landmarks.” At Robarts, we’re looking forward to showcasing our world-class medical research and providing visitors the opportunity to meet some of our outstanding scientists and graduate students. We hope you will consider joining us for Doors Open on Saturday, September 19 (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.) for guided tours, short talks and demonstrations.
For more information about Doors Open at Robarts, please contact Shannon English at senglish@robarts.ca
Best,
John MacDonald, PhD, FRSC
Director, Robarts Research Institute
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