Scholarship, Research, Creative Activity, Innovation (SRCI)

The Toronto Metropolitan University School of Medicine (TMU SoM) values Scholarship, Research, Creative Activity and Innovation (SRCI).  SRCI plays an essential role for all members of TMU’s SoM - from learners to faculty (clinical and non-clinical). While traditional research is important, innovative and impactful, the SoM SRCI follows Boyer’s expanded definitions of scholarship expanding beyond traditional research areas and includes the scholarship of teaching (Boyer, From Scholarship Reconsidered to Scholarship Assessed).

Areas included in SRCI include: Clinical Service Scholarship, Teaching & Educational Scholarship (scholarship extends beyond the role of clinical teaching), Service & Leadership (Academic or Community) Scholarship.

Currently there are two research labs established within the SoM: SoLAR Lab  and the Healthcare Leadership Lab. These two labs serve as the nascent for the development of future labs and research centres within the School of Medicine.

For more information on research within TMU in general, please visit the Office of the Vice-President, Research and Innovation.

New Research Courses Now Available!

Online short courses on Research Basics and Research Teaming are now available to learners. Part of the School of Medicine’s new series of SRCI short courses, they consist of practical modules designed to help build essential research skills. Learners can earn badges for each completed module, and a certificate of completion for the entire course. To access the courses, log into VidaNovaVLE and select 'Home' from the top navigation bar. Scroll down to see all courses you have access to and select the SRCI course you're interested in.

Deconstructing SRCI: TMU School of Medicine Rounds

April’s featured researcher is Dr. Ripudaman Singh Minhas, Developmental Paediatrician at St. Michael’s Hospital and Associate Professor in the Department of Pediatrics, University of Toronto. The Deconstructing SRCI series is designed to highlight the behind-the-scenes journey of scholarly work – how projects are conceived, developed, executed, and shared. Registration required.

SRCI Drop-Ins

Reminder: Monthly SRCI Drop-Ins

Have questions about Scholarship, Research, Creative Activities, or Innovation (SRCI)? Join our monthly SRCI Drop-In Sessions – informal office hours where clinical faculty and learners can bring SRCI-related questions, explore ideas, and connect with resources.

No registration required – just drop in!

When: Second Friday of each month, from Noon - 1:00PM

Where: Online via Zoom https://torontomu.zoom.us/j/99953777576

Stop by and let’s talk SRCI!

Launch of SRCI Marketplace - check here for project opportunities

Looking for research experience?

Check out the new SRCI Opportunities Marketplace, where clinical faculty and researchers from other areas of TMU post research opportunities for medical school learners. Browse the Marketplace to discover ways to get involved, build skills, and contribute to impactful research.