May
School rolls out “purple” carpet to celebrate awards of excellence
May 29, 2024
Schulich Medicine & Dentistry literally rolled out the purple carpet at a gala evening to celebrate the accomplishments of its community at the 33rd annual Awards of Excellence event.
Grant powers new frugal biomedical innovation training program
May 22, 2024
James Lacefield, PhD, professor in Medical Biophysics at Schulich Medicine & Dentistry and director of the School of Biomedical Engineering, will lead the training of the next generation of pioneers in frugal biomedical innovation thanks to a $1.65-million grant.
Western-led analysis shows potential for new Alzheimer’s treatment
May 21, 2024
Results from phase 2a clinical trial shows early potential for new therapeutic for Alzheimer’s disease
MD admissions changes improve pathways into medical school
May 21, 2024
Changes to admissions processes include new third-year entry program and Black Applicant Pathway.
Western’s Adrian Owen elected Fellow of the Royal Society
May 16, 2024
The professor in cognitive neuroscience and imaging at the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry deeply honoured and humbled by global recognition.
Biochemistry – Celebrating a century of groundbreaking research
May 16, 2024
Professor James Bowman was appointed the first professor of what was called Theoretical Chemistry in 1924, and now the Department of Biochmistry is celebrating 100 years of research excellence.
Western researchers’ breakthrough paves way for ALS cure
May 13, 2024
Fueled by a $10-million gift from the Temerty Foundation, a possible new ALS treatment could move to clinical trials within five years
Nicole Campbell receives national honour for making a positive difference in the classroom – and beyond
May 06, 2024
Campbell receives the 3M National Teaching Fellowship Award, honouring exceptional contributions to teaching and learning at the post-secondary level.
New initiative to shield Canada against future pandemics
May 06, 2024
Western’s DELPHI Network one of the 16 primary care electronic medical record networks across the country to enhance early detection and response time.
Students explore careers in medicine at Discovery Day 2024
May 03, 2024
Area high school students come to Western to research careers in medicine and health sciences.
