Unsung Hero Award
Staff play an essential part in the success of UHN's KITE Research Institute. These essential members of our team provide logistical help, navigate bureaucratic obstacles, coach students, assist with grant applications and offer other important support.
These contributions are critical to the success of our Institute. Each year we recognize the role our colleagues play with a special award intended to highlight the efforts of individuals and/or a group whose commitment and dedication to KITE sets them apart. While recent years have presented many obstacles, we have emerged stronger than ever thanks in large part to their strength, dedication and compassion.
The Unsung Hero Staff Recognition Award is bestowed annually on an individual or group who assists in nurturing a positive corporate culture and helps our research teams operate more effectively. We ask that you please take a minute to think about those under-appreciated team members who deserve credit for their hard work and commitment in 2026.
Value:
$1000Eligibility:
A staff member/group (this includes managers and supervisors) who has made a significant contribution to the operation of The KITE Research Institute during 2026.* Please note Scientists are not eligible for this award
Nominator:
No restrictions. Open to managers, supervisors, students, scientists, clinicians, peers and groups.End Date: Nov 30th, 2026.
Winner of 2025
Colin Stoddart
Technical Analyst
Past Winners
Lydia Yeung
Research Associate
Esther Oostdyk
Research Administrative Coordinator
Bing Ye
Research Manager
Susan Gorski
Chief CEAL Engineer
Roger Montgomery
Research Associate
Majid Janidarmian
Manager, Strategic Planning and Initiatives
Abdolazim Rashidi
KITE lab technician
Darek Wojtowicz
Senior Systems Analyst
Mary Lam
Director's Office
Shoshana Teitelman
Research Day Coordinator
