February
Announcement: Dr. Arlene MacDougall appointed Director of Research and Innovation for St. Joseph’s Mental Health Care
February 27, 2017
In her role, Dr. MacDougall will work to develop strong local and global partnerships, engage patients and their caregivers in research activities, and foster trans-disciplinary approaches to research.
Announcement: Dr. Alison Allan appointed Interim Chair, Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology
February 24, 2017
Dr. Alison Allan has been appointed as Interim Chair of the Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry effective February 1, 2017 to January 31, 2018 or until a new Chair has been appointed.
In Memoriam - Dr. Robert Goyer
February 23, 2017
It is with sadness that we share news of the passing of Dr. Robert Goyer, past Chair and Professor Emeritus in the department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine.
Researchers: Supervised injection sites needed in London
February 22, 2017
A new study by Ayden Scheim, a PhD candidate in Epidemiology and Biostatistics at Schulich Medicine and Dentistry, suggests there is a need for supervised injections sites in London, Ontario.
Announcement: Dr. Timothy Doherty reappointed Chair/Chief, Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
February 17, 2017
Dr. Timothy Doherty has been reappointed as Chair/Chief of the Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University and its teaching hospitals, London Health Sciences Centre and St. Joseph's Health Care London effective February 1, 2017 to January 31, 2022.
Congratulations to the 2016 recipients of the Faculty Support for Research in Education awards
February 17, 2017
Kori LaDonna, PhD, Dr. Alp Sener and Dr. Neil Duggal are among those selected to receive grants.
Funding announcement: BioCanRx gives boost to cell-tracking research
February 15, 2017
Schulich Medicine & Dentistry researchers Paula Foster and Greg Dekaban are one step closer to being the first in Canada to use MRI cell-tracking in humans to determine the fate of cell-based immunotherapies for cancer. Thanks to a grant from BioCanRx announced today, the team at Robarts Research Institute will be able to move their research into human trials.
Special Feature: Top 5 Stories About the Heart
February 14, 2017
To celebrate Valentine’s Day, we’re revisiting some of our favourite stories about the heart. From the lab to the clinic and even the bookshelf, our faculty members are busy exploring matters of the heart.
Announcement: Dr. Luciano Sposato appointed as The Kathleen & Dr. Henry Barnett Chair in Stroke Research
February 10, 2017
Dr. Luciano Sposato has been appointed The Kathleen & Dr. Henry Barnett Chair in Stroke Research, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University effective February 1, 2017 to January 31, 2022.
‘Disruptive solutions’ needed to address global mental health
February 09, 2017
When it comes to addressing mental-health issues in developing countries and marginalized communities, the solution needs to reflect the multi-faceted nature of the problem, according to one Western researcher.
Dr. Marina Salvadori named as YMCA Woman of Excellence
February 09, 2017
The YMCA of Western Ontario this week announced its 2017 Women of Excellence. Congratulations to Dr. Marina Salvadori who was honoured for her contributions to Health, Science & Technology
Feature Article: Personality key in predicting medical school success
February 03, 2017
Dr. Michael Rieder and Mitch Rothstein were part of a recent study that looked at how certain personality traits have the potential to contribute to the development of successful and effective physicians.
Announcement: Dr. James Johnson re-appointed as the Graham King Research Chair
February 03, 2017
Dr. James Johnson has been re-appointed as the Graham King Research Chair at the Roth McFarlane Hand and Upper Limb Centre within the Department of Surgery, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University effective January 1, 2017 to December 31, 2022.
Announcement: Dr. Walter Siqueira to lead the Canadian Association for Dental Research
February 01, 2017
Dr. Walter Siqueira has been named Vice-President of the Canadian Association for Dental Research (CADR) for the 2017-2019 term, and President for the 2019-2021 term.
Collaborating for success: Dr. David Palma
February 12, 2024
Dr. Palma is a Radiation Oncologist and Clinician-Scientist, and is working alongside Drs. Kevin Fung and Alexander Louie, along with graduate and postgraduate trainees to create a web tool that will allow patients who have oropharyngeal(tonsil or base-of-tongue) cancers better determine the treatment option that they feel most comfortable receiving — chemotherapy and radiation or transoral robotic surgery.
Partner in research: Philip Doyle, PhD
February 12, 2024
There are moments in our lives that leave us changed forever. Philip Doyle, PhD, experienced one of these moments upon meeting his first patient as a young student clinician.
