January
Feature: Treating dementia before it happens
January 31, 2022
Dr. Vladimir Hachinski is taking a unique approach to identifying dementia risk factors and developing strategies for prevention.
Learner Perspectives: Public health student Amani Hamadi on removing cultural barriers and shattering the stigma for women pursuing education
January 28, 2022
With a passion for education, Hamadi hopes to one day become the person she says she needed and wanted when she was younger – a mentor and a role model.
News: Schulich Dentistry set to launch new oral health community outreach pilot project
January 27, 2022
The project was created to provide dentistry students with a more robust and person-centred education and training experience while improving access to care for underserved communities.
Announcement: Dr. Luciano Sposato re-appointed as The Kathleen & Dr. Henry Barnett Chair in Stroke Research
January 27, 2022
Dr. Luciano Sposato has been re-appointed as The Kathleen & Dr. Henry Barnett Chair in Stroke Research, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University effective February 1, 2022 to January 31, 2027.
Research: How can we improve mental health at the population level?
January 26, 2022
Kelly Anderson, PhD, Canada Research Chair (Tier 2) in Public Mental Health Research, is using population data to better understand the distribution of mental health disorders and patterns of service use.
Feature: Collaborating for teaching and research success
January 25, 2022
A ‘human first' approach to leadership enables Alison Allan, PhD, to succeed in her role as Chair of the Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology.
News: Dental clinic changes enrich training and care
January 25, 2022
Recent developments in Dentistry are making an impact, as the Dentistry Surgical Care Unit re-opens to patients and clinic upgrades enhance training and patient care.
Research: Study examines new forms of treatment for those suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder
January 25, 2022
In a new study, Dr. Ruth Lanius is looking at a form of treatment called deep brain reorienting for those suffering from PTSD.
Feature: Strengthening peer support for clinical faculty
January 24, 2022
The Peers for Peers program developed at Schulich Medicine & Dentistry continues to strengthen faculty well-being and is now making an impact nationally as the pandemic wears on.
Alumni: Dr. Roberta Bondar, MSc’71, DSc’95, trailblazer in space, explorer on Earth
January 21, 2022
Thirty years after her historic flight, Canada’s first female astronaut inspires wonder in our natural world.
Feature: Splitting or sprouting? Researchers shed new light on blood vessel regeneration
January 20, 2022
Novel findings by Dr. Geoffrey Pickering are providing new insight into how damaged blood vessels regenerate.
Feature: Leading the way in digital health
January 18, 2022
The Cardiac Arrhythmia Network of Canada is expanding its digital health platform with the goal of transforming care and empowering patients.
Frank Beier renewed as Canada Research Chair in Musculoskeletal Research
January 14, 2022
Schulich Medicine & Dentistry professor Frank Beier, PhD, has been renewed as the Canada Research Chair in Musculoskeletal Research (Tier 1).
Research: Western-trained Egyptologist ‘unwraps’ mummy mystery
January 13, 2022
Paleoradiologist Sahar Saleem, PhD, uses CT scans to reveal Amenhoptep I secrets .
Feature: Blocking a gene pathway could be key to curbing obesity
January 11, 2022
A lab led by Silvia Penuela, PhD, has discovered deleting a specific gene in male mice results in a reduction in fat and an increase in muscle mass equivalent to working out one hour per day, five days a week for six weeks.
Research: Developing low-cost microscopes for early malaria detection
January 10, 2022
Ian Cunningham, PhD, is working to help people in Uganda have better access to life-saving testing and early diagnosis of malaria.
In Memoriam: Dr. Martin Hollenberg
January 07, 2022
Schulich Medicine & Dentistry is mourning the death of Dr. Martin Hollenberg, who served as Dean of the School from 1978 to 1985.
Awards: Faculty, learners honoured with CAME Awards
January 06, 2022
Drs. Bertha Garcia and Patricia Valcke were named recipients of CAME 2022 Certificate of Merit Awards. Learners Max Stone, Olivia Ghosh-Swaby and Dr. Beatrice Preti were also named CAME Rising Star Certificate of Excellence recipients.
Announcement: Dr. Michael Ott appointed interim Chair/Chief, Department of Oncology
January 06, 2022
Dr. Michael Ott has been appointed interim Chair/Chief, Department of Oncology effective January 1, 2022.
Dr. Caitlin Symonette named to London Inc.’s 20 under 40
January 05, 2022
Assistant Professor Dr. Caitlin Symonette has been named to London Inc.’s 20 Under 40 Class of 2021. The program celebrates younger Londoners who are moving the city forward.
