November

Expert Explainer: Why is a cure for HIV so elusive?
November 29, 2024
Schulich Medicine & Dentistry researchers share progress and challenges in ending the HIV epidemic
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Announcement: Dr. Julio Martinez-Trujillo re-appointed Provincial Endowed Academic Chair in Autism
November 29, 2024
I am pleased to announce that Dr. Julio Martinez-Trujillo has been re-appointed as the Provincial Endowed Academic Chair in Autism at the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University. His renewed term will be effective January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2029.
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Announcement: Dr. Tamara Van Hooren appointed Associate Dean, Post Graduate Medical Education (PGME)
November 28, 2024
I am pleased to announce that Dr. Tamara Van Hooren has been appointed as the Associate Dean, Post Graduate Medical Education (PGME) at the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University, effective January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2029.
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Announcement: Patrick O’Donoghue, PhD, appointed inaugural Huntington Society of Canada Research Chair
November 27, 2024
I am pleased to announce that Patrick O’Donoghue, PhD, has been appointed as the inaugural Huntington Society of Canada Research Chair at the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University, effective November 1, 2024, to October 31, 2029.
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Western research centre hosts Healthy Aging Fair
November 22, 2024
The event connects older adults to research, community resources for physical, mental and social wellness
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Research community comes together to celebrate the Science of Aging
November 21, 2024
Annual Taylor Prize celebrations recognize the scientific advances helping people live well, longer.
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In Memoriam: Dr. John P. Girvin, MD’58
November 13, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of neurosurgeon Dr. John P. Girvin on November 12, 2024.
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New study aims to develop novel renal preservation method by mitigating ischemic injury and inflammation
November 13, 2024
Third-year medical student Helen Jin is helping combat injury that occurs during pre-transplant preservation in the kidney. It’s work that will improve the success rate of kidney transplants worldwide.
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Lack of sleep regulations in Canada’s licensed child-care facilities puts children’s health at risk
November 11, 2024
With no guidance from statutes and inconsistent sleep regulations for licensed child care in Canada, children's daytime sleep needs are being neglected. In an article in the Conversation, Graham Reid, associate professor in the Departments of Psychology and Family Medicine, and team outline the dangers and what can be done to promote optimal sleep habits.
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Military experiences help MD student pursue a dream
November 06, 2024
Meet Jessica Ann Girard, one of three students with a military background in Schulich Medicine & Dentistry’s MD Class of 2028. Girard is stepping into a new career in pursuit of a long-held dream to be in medicine.
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Exploring economic impact of dementia prevention earns MSc grad Governor General’s Gold Medal
November 06, 2024
With the first-ever Canadian dementia prevention model, Marie Lan, MSc’24, will help assess the economic impact of managing dementia risk factors. She has also earned a Governor General’s Gold Medal in the process.
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‘Bilateral cooperation:’ U.S. Consul General Baxter Hunt visits Western
November 05, 2024
Visit outlines the extensive collaboration between Western and U.S. that benefits researchers, students and the public.
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Study provides clarity around blood pressure management in non-cardiac surgery
November 04, 2024
A large-scale trial, led by Dr. Amit Garg, found no significant difference in the risk of kidney injury between two approaches for blood pressure management.
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