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And that's a wrap! Thank you to everyone who joined us at our Innovation Summit to celebrate and work together on how we can create an environment where collaboration can thrive in the service of climate action. Literally 100s of people and organizations were involved in making this day a reality. A few special mentions for Modern Niagara, Kingston Process Metallurgy Inc. (KPM), City of Kingston, the RXN HUB team and the whole team of volunteers from Dunin-Deshpande Innovation Centre at Queen's University, Monarch Informatics, Solace Mobility, and Clience. Keep an eye out to see more details about the day and learn more about the stakeholders that made this all happen. We cannot wait to see the results of the projects that were started last week... 📸: Liam Hamilton

We’re excited to see our Executive Director, Dr. Morgan Lehtinen, lead an upcoming session in SpinUp at UTM’s Next Steps webinar series on May 8th, 12–1PM EST (virtual). In “Navigating the Complexities of ChemTech Scale-Up,” Morgan will unpack the unique challenges ventures face when moving beyond the bench—from infrastructure hurdles and steep costs to specialized knowledge gaps. She’ll share how RXN HUB was purpose-built to tackle these challenges, and offer insights that extend beyond chemtech to deep tech and life sciences ventures as well. If you're wondering “what comes next” on your path to TRL advancement and commercial deployment, this one's for you. Register Here: https://lnkd.in/eka62bv3  Learn More Here: https://lnkd.in/e34SqD77 *Note: Open to members of the University of Toronto, U of T Entrepreneurship (UTE), IDEA Mississauga, and Ontario Genomics BioCreate communities only. #ChemTech #ScaleUp #Cleantech #DeepTech #LifeSciences #StartupSupport

Our friends and ecosystem members at the Carbon To Metal Coating Institute (C2MCI) at Queen's University are hosting their inaugural public lecture on May 21st at 6 PM at the Kingston Library (Central Branch)! This free event will bring together leading scientists to share insights into cutting-edge research in materials science, chemistry, and biology. Whether you're a student, researcher, industry professional, or simply curious about the science shaping our world, this is a fantastic opportunity to learn from top experts! Featured Speakers: Dr. Kenichiro Itami (RIKEN Japan) – Crafting super molecules: Creativity is just connecting things Dr. Tatsuya Tsukuda (The University of Tokyo) – “Golden” Superatoms: Artificial Elements for New Materials Chemistry Dr. Takashi Yoshimura (Nagoya University) – The Secrets of Biological Clocks The RXN HUB team is excited to attend and continue working with our local ecosystem to spread the magic of chemistry! Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/ewGd3FeQ We look forward to seeing you there! Who’s joining us? #MaterialsScience #Chemistry #Biology #Research #Innovation #RXNHUB

This International Women’s Day, we celebrate and recognize the incredible women we have the privilege of working alongside. Whether leading teams, providing support, or fostering collaboration and community within our facility, your dedication, hard work, and guidance are truly invaluable. While progress has been made, women remain underrepresented in many industries, including STEM and chemical manufacturing. These fields have long faced gender imbalances, yet the perseverance, expertise, and leadership of women continues to drive meaningful progress. Representation matters—not only for those leading today but for the next generation of innovators, problem-solvers, and change makers who will follow in their footsteps. To the women-identifying folks in our network—thank you for your commitment, leadership, and the inspiration you bring to everything you do. Your work is shaping a more sustainable, inclusive, and innovative future. #InternationalWomensDay #IWD2025 #WomenWhoLead #WomenInSTEM #WomenInChemistry #Innovation Steacy Coombs, PhD, Morgan Lehtinen, PhD, Cher Powers, Karleigh Young, Anh TranLy, Heather Crochetiere, Shawna Hamilton, Christine Gabardo P.S. Enjoy this sneak peak of the progress made in our new facility⚡

Inspiring the next generation of innovators is at the heart of RXN HUB’s mission. Every member of our team can recall the pivotal moment when a mentor, event, or initiative sparked their passion for sustainability and innovation. That’s why we’re always eager to give back—because we know that one conversation, one speech, or one opportunity can ignite a lifelong journey. Last week, our Executive Director, Morgan Lehtinen, PhD, had the honour of delivering a keynote at CSE 2025, where she spoke to aspiring engineers about the role of sustainability in shaping the future. Hosted by the University of Guelph and the Canadian Federation of Engineering Students, CSE is a four-day conference dedicated to equipping engineering students with the tools to integrate real sustainability into their careers and everyday lives. This year’s theme, “The Impactful Engineer,” sparked insightful discussions on how engineers can drive meaningful change. As part of Day 2: Initiating a Brighter Future, Dr. Lehtinen took the stage with her keynote, “Sustainable Innovation – Tools for Change,” where she explored how an innovation ecosystem works and shared actionable strategies for building a toolkit for an impactful career. A huge shoutout to Alexa Bates and Rafael Saltos, the incredible co-chairs who curated such an engaging and well-organized conference! If these delegates represent the future of engineering, then we know the world is in good hands. #Sustainability #Innovation #Engineering #FutureLeaders

In a time of uncertainty and turbulence, it’s clear that innovation and collaboration will be the key to navigating these challenges. That’s why RXN HUB is thrilled to announce our partnership with the Canada Cleantech Alliance (CCTA) to help drive Canada’s cleantech sector forward. At the core of this effort is chemistry—the foundation of the technologies we depend on every day. From advanced materials and energy solutions to industrial commodities, chemistry-based innovations are critical to the cleantech revolution. This is why our partnership with the CCTA is so important. Together, we’re supporting chemistry-driven cleantech companies as they scale, manufacture, and deploy cutting-edge technologies that will support our domestic commercialization capacity and will have a meaningful impact across critical sectors. But this collaboration isn’t just about creating new solutions—it’s about addressing the challenges these companies face through advocacy, policy support, and strategic partnerships. We’re proud to be part of that future alongside the CCTA, helping shape a more sustainable tomorrow. #chemistry #scaleup #commercialization #collaboration #partnership #cleantech #chemtech #innovation #technologydevelopment

We are thrilled to see our Executive Director, Morgan Lehtinen, PhD, on today's panel at the MaRS Discovery District Climate Impact Summit! Please find us after the talk to keep the conversation about #cleantech #commercialization going....

An incredible first day for RXN HUB at MaRS Discovery District for #MaRSClimateImpact! Day 1 has been filled with meaningful conversations and valuable connections with leaders driving sustainable innovation. We're energized by the momentum and can't wait to see what tomorrow has in store! If you spot Morgan Lehtinen, PhD or Sebastian Alamillo-Falkenberg, don't hesitate to say hello—they'd love to connect! #Sustainability #Innovation #Networking #CleanTech #Decarbonization

Morgan Lehtinen, PhD, Sebastian Alamillo-Falkenberg, and Karleigh Y. are excited to attend #MaRSClimateImpact on December 3rd and 4th at MaRS Discovery District in Toronto. The team will be on-site and ready to chat about all things climate innovation, decarbonization, and sustainability. They'd love to connect with you at the event—don’t hesitate to reach out and say hi! 👋 #CleanTech #Decarbonization #ChemTech #AdvancedMaterials #GreenChemistry #ClimateImpact #Climate #Sustainability

Join Dr. Morgan Lehtinen at #MaRSClimateImpact for an inspiring conversation about the future of decarbonization! On December 4th at 1:30 PM ET, Morgan will take the stage at MaRS Discovery District alongside innovators Christine Gabardo (CERT Systems), Abdelaziz Gouda (HyC Light), Rachel D. Field (Engine Ventures), and moderator Padraic Foley (Acceleration Consortium) for the panel:  'Material difference: Accelerating New Molecules for Decarbonization.' Together, they’ll explore how new materials and molecules are enabling groundbreaking technologies for decarbonization and how to best support them through commercialization. Expect thought-provoking insights into the challenges, opportunities, and collaborations shaping a more sustainable future. This is a must-attend session for anyone passionate about climate innovation. Secure your tickets now: https://lnkd.in/g2fYw4H2 #Climate #CleanTech #Decarbonization #AdvancedMaterials #Molecules #ChemTech #Innovation #Technology #Collaboration