March
Young researchers on frontlines of brain studies among recipients of early career funding
March 28, 2024
Taylor Schmitz, PhD, and Jibran Khokhar, PhD, are among a record 10 Western young researchers receiving funding to build teams and advance their projects.
In Memoriam – Dr. Godfrey Heathcote
March 27, 2024
It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of Dr. Godfrey Heathcote in Bayfield, Ontario on March 20, 2024.
Clinical neuroscientist awarded 2024 Ryman Prize for work on the "terrible three"
March 27, 2024
Dr. Vladimir Hachinski is being presented the international award by New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon for his contributions to advancing brain health and healthy aging
Announcement: 2024 Awards of Excellence - Windsor Campus Recipients
March 27, 2024
Let’s celebrate the 2024 Award winners —our staff, faculty and learners whose commitment and dedication to excellence in education across the Windsor campus have enriched our community.
Researchers a step closer to a cure for HIV
March 26, 2024
A new study, co-led by Eric Arts, PhD, shows a virus-like particle can effectively ‘shock and kill’ latent HIV reservoir in those living with chronic HIV, bringing us a step closer to a cure.
Measles, contagious yet preventable- outbreaks, symptoms, complications
March 22, 2024
With the resurgence of measles in Canada, Mansour Haeryfar, PhD, wrote a primer for The Conversation explaining the effectiveness of measles vaccines and remaining up-to-date with measles immunization.
Western strengthens collaborations with Makerere University in Uganda
March 22, 2024
Memorandum of understanding deepens the long-standing relationship with Uganda’s largest and oldest university, providing new opportunities for Schulich Medicine & Dentistry students and researchers and other Western faculties.
Medical startup secures seed funding to develop robotics system for colon cancer treatment
March 20, 2024
Featured in Rapport 2022, Saumik Biswas, PhD'20, co-founder, president and CEO and team have secured $2 million in funding for a platform technology that effectively scans for lymph nodes in cancerous tissues.
Funding sets stage for major innovations in biotherapeutics and translational research
March 13, 2024
A new centre for biotherapeutics research and support for researchers in better understanding brain function have been awarded new funding from the Canada Foundation for Innovation.
Targeting toxic bacteria among research projects to receive CIHR project funding
March 12, 2024
CIHR project grants will help Schulich Medicine & Dentistry researchers, like David Edgell and Dean Betts, create news answers to our health challenges.
Breaking barriers: Celebrating the pioneering women who pursued their medical dreams
March 07, 2024
Dr. Marie Jeanne Ferrari, BA’55, MD’59, may be a reluctant pioneer, but she stands as an example to a new generation of women in medicine who recognize her contributions.
New study expands understanding of brain blood flow and neurological disorders
March 07, 2024
Researchers developed an efficient non-invasive method map blood flow (perfusion) in the hippocampus at an unprecedented resolution.
Clinician-scientist candidate serves both patients and country with a smile
March 06, 2024
Not many would pair military boots with a lab coat, but to Jennifer Guo, the unexpected combo makes perfect sense.
Using micro-ultrasound to deliver targeted radiotherapy to patients with prostate cancer
March 05, 2024
Dr. Lucas Mendez, assistant professor in the Department of Oncology, has received funding to use micro-ultrasound to improve targeted radiation therapy
Leadership Announcement: Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
March 04, 2024
We are pleased to announce Dr. Keith Sequeira's appointment in the Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation as Chair at the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University, Physician Department Head at London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC), and Chief at St. Joseph’s Health Care London (St. Joseph’s).
