March
Announcement: Celebrating the 2022 Awards of Excellence recipients
March 31, 2022
The 2022 Awards of Excellence recipients enrich life and learning at Schulich Medicine & Dentistry each and every day. Their commitment to the School’s mission, their innovative approaches to their work, and their leadership distinguishes them. It is with great pride that we recognize and honour their achievements.
Research: Preventing the long-term consequences of mental illness
March 31, 2022
Dr. Elizabeth Osuch works with young people experiencing mood and anxiety disorders, aiming to identify and treat the disorders early to improve recovery and prevent long-term consequences.
Feature: Inspiring youth in Southwestern Ontario
March 30, 2022
A student leader with Discovery Healthcare, Valerie Steckle is helping revamp the summer camp experience for high schoolers across the region.
News: Indigenous graduation 'a day of celebration'
March 30, 2022
Medical student Ryan Brooks is among 20 Western students participating in a special graduation ceremony for Indigenous students on April 1.
Feature: Kick-starting education research
March 24, 2022
The Faculty Support for Research in Education grants serve as a catalyst for new and innovative research projects.
Feature: Study looks at brain lesions as early predictors of dementia
March 23, 2022
Researchers at Schulich Medicine & Dentistry have identified how specific lesions in the brain could be used as early predictors of cognitive decline and identify those who are at high risk of developing dementia.
News: LUC3 winds down operations after two years of supporting COVID-19 patients
March 23, 2022
After two years of successfully supporting COVID-19 patients and the Southwestern Ontario health care network during the pandemic, the London Urgent COVID-19 Care Clinic (LUC3) is wrapping up its operations in late March 2022.
Feature: New Western specialization links AI and health research
March 21, 2022
A new specialization at Western University will offer graduate students expertise in artificial intelligence, machine learning and health care and medicine. Ali Khan, Assistant Professor, Medical Biophysics and Medical Imaging, will act as director of the new specialization.
In Memoriam: Dr. John Sangster
March 21, 2022
It is with great sadness that we share the news of the sudden passing of Dr. John Sangster, Professor Emeritus, Family Medicine.
Feature: Scholarships strengthen support for promising, diverse students
March 18, 2022
Two new scholarships are improving student access for under-represented and equity-deserving groups.
News: Dr. Subrata Chakrabarti named Distinguished University Professor
March 17, 2022
Dr. Subrata Chakrabarti will be named a Distinguished University Professor next month, an honour accorded to Western University faculty members with outstanding careers in teaching, research and leadership.
Announcement: Dr. Maria Jacinta Santos extended appointment as Assistant Dean, Learner Experience (Dentistry)
March 17, 2022
We are pleased to announce that Dr. Maria Jacinta Santos has agreed to an extension of her appointment as the Assistant Dean, Learner Experience (Dentistry), at the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University effective March 1, 2022, to June 30, 2022.
Funding: Clinical researchers awarded $2.7 million to fund innovative projects
March 16, 2022
More than $2.7 million has been awarded to clinical researchers at Schulich Medicine & Dentistry through AMOSO.
Feature: A service-oriented approach to leadership
March 14, 2022
As the new Vice Dean and Director of Schulich Dentistry, Dr. Carlos Quiñonez is looking forward to learning, engaging with the School community and building relationships. “I’m here to be of service.”
Announcement: 2022 Awards of Excellence - Windsor Campus Recipients
March 14, 2022
The Awards of Excellence – Windsor Campus celebrate the commitment and dedication of faculty, staff and learners. The recipients are being recognized for their leadership, dedication and their support of their colleagues across the School.
Commentary: ‘We’re not better now’: Canada’s health care providers need well-being supports, stat
March 11, 2022
It's been two years since the World Health Organization declared a global pandemic. Drs. Andrea Lum and Laura Foxcroft write that now, more than ever, robust well-being supports are needed for Canada’s health care providers.
News: Student-led STEM conference promotes diversity
March 11, 2022
Students at Schulich Medicine & Dentistry and Western University are hosting the two-day Inspiring Diversity in STEM conference on March 12 and 13. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will deliver the closing remarks, joining 17 other speakers and presenters.
‘Because of COVID’: Western experts weigh in on two years of pandemic
March 10, 2022
On March 11, 2020, the World Health Organization declared a global pandemic. Two years later, experts from Western University and Schulich Medicine & Dentistry reflect on the lessons we've learned amid the COVID-19 crisis.
Research: Deer likely transmitted coronavirus to a human
March 09, 2022
A new study, co-authored by Jennifer Guthrie, PhD, found white-tailed deer in Ontario likely passed the SARS-CoV-2 virus on to a human.
Announcement: Dr. Carlos Quiñonez appointed Vice Dean and Director, Schulich Dentistry
March 04, 2022
Dr. Carlos Quiñonez, DMD, MSc, PhD, FRCD(C), has been appointed to the position of Vice Dean and Director, Dentistry at the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University, effective June 1, 2022 to May 31, 2027.
Research: Understanding the correlation between HIV and oral health
March 03, 2022
With a passion for public health dentistry, Dr. Abbas Jessani aims to improve the oral health of underserved populations.
Feature: On the frontlines of health care assessment and improvement
March 02, 2022
An expert in the mathematical modelling of infectious disease, Lauren Cipriano, PhD, is working on a several critical research projects, including COVID-19, antimicrobial resistance and health technology.
Feature: Peer program supports wellness
March 01, 2022
A new peer support program created by dentistry and medicine students has become part of the comprehensive wellness delivery program at Schulich Medicine & Dentistry.
Feature: Physical activity reduces risks of severe COVID-19 outcomes, study shows
March 01, 2022
Moderate physical activity in adults is associated with significant protective effects from severe COVID-19 outcomes, a new international study shows.
