October
Student researcher targets life-saving treatments for life-threatening lung condition
October 31, 2024
Leela Raj, a third-year medical student at Schulich Medicine & Dentistry, is working to improve the outcomes for those living with a life-threatening lung condition.
Western students win international undergraduate competition
October 31, 2024
"I’m not interested in doing research just for the sake of doing research. I want to see it have an impact." And it is. As a Global Undergraduate Awards winner, Diana Urian, BSc'24, is giving us a better view of functional decline in Alzheimer's patients.
Study explores ways to prevent opioid poisoning in children
October 30, 2024
First-of-its-kind Canadian study found 10 Ontario children died of an opioid-related cause between 2017 and 2021.
Western researchers closing in on treatment for long COVID
October 28, 2024
Two new projects funded by the Schmidt Initiative for long COVID, and led by Schulich Medicine & Dentistry Professor Douglas Fraser, investigate drug treatments and patients most likely to suffer from the condition.
Announcement: Brad Urquhart, PhD, re-appointed as the Associate Dean, Basic Medical Sciences Undergraduate Education
October 24, 2024
I am pleased to announce that Brad Urquhart, PhD, has been re-appointed as the Associate Dean, Basic Medical Sciences Undergraduate Education (BMSUE) at the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University, effective September 1, 2025, to August 31, 2030.
Curbing the addiction: Pioneer study explores CBD’s potential to reduce opioid use after knee surgery
October 23, 2024
Joel Gagnier, and a team from the University of Michigan, are undertaking a large-scale study to determine the effectiveness of cannabidiol in reducing pain after knee replacements.
Resilience part of the path to medicine for PhD graduate
October 22, 2024
Michael Roes has not let setbacks slow him down in the path to becoming a physician. Find out more about this soon-to-be PhD graduate, marathon runner and future physician on the eve of fall convocation.
A life with deep purpose: Thanks to donors, student-athlete Jackson Findlay has big ambitions
October 22, 2024
Coming to Western fulfilled two of Jackson Findlay’s dreams – to play for the best football team in the country and study at a world-renowned medical school. Donor generosity is the key to making those dreams a reality.
Announcement: Dr. Louise Moist appointed William F. Clark Chair in Nephrology
October 22, 2024
I am pleased to announce that Dr. Louise Moist has been appointed as the William F. Clark Chair in Nephrology, effective September 14, 2024, to August 31, 2029.
Study shows playing video games may improve cognitive performance
October 18, 2024
While relatively little is known about how the brain and body affect each other, research by Neuroscientist Adrian Owen is shedding light on how gaming and exercise affect our cognitive abilities.
MPH grad Netri Kalra takes on new career challenges in NWT
October 18, 2024
Netri Kalra graduates from the Master of Public Health Program during Western’s fall convocation. Now she is making a difference in Yellowknife, NWT, including studying the effect of wildfires on water quality.
Announcement: Dr. Patricia Hall as interim Chair, Department of Psychiatry - Extension
October 16, 2024
I am pleased to announce that Dr. Patricia Hall’s appointment as interim Chair, Department of Psychiatry at the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University, has been extended. The extended term will be effective January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025, or until a permanent Chair is appointed.
What you need to know about cold and flu season
October 15, 2024
Each year we face a new version of the flu, a virus that seems to mutate constantly. So how do we protect ourselves against this virus that can hit hard? Jennifer Guthrie, PhD, and assistant professor in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology, gives us a preview of what to expect this flu season, and how to take steps to guard against infection.
Exploring the science that’s helping us live better, longer
October 09, 2024
A new podcast on the Science of Aging, produced by Schulich Medicine & Dentistry, features stimulating discussions with leading Western University researchers who are redefining what it means to get older.
Return-to-office mandates may not be the solution to downtown struggles that Canadian cities are banking on
October 07, 2024
Will return-to-work mandates help improve productivity and boost business recovery? Jamie Seabrook, PhD, professor in the Departments of Epidemiology and Biostatistics and Paediatrics, and team have some answers in this article in the Conversation.
Announcement: Dr. P. Andrea Lum as Vice Dean, Clinical Faculty Affairs - Extension
October 04, 2024
I am pleased to announce the extension of Dr. P. Andrea Lum’s appointment as Vice Dean, Clinical Faculty Affairs at the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University. Dr. Lum’s extended term will be effective January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025.
Sniffing out better care: Researchers bringing relief for distorted smell disorder triggered by COVID-19
October 03, 2024
Dr. Leigh Sowerby and researchers at St. Joseph’s Health Care London are testing a novel treatment for a debilitating post-COVID-19 smell disorder
Resiliency and concussion: Why do some athletes develop neurodegeneration and others don’t?
October 03, 2024
In the wake of National Football League Hall of Famer Brett Favre's revelation that he has Parkinson's disease, Ravi Menon, PhD, writes in the Conversation that a concussion might be considered a "mild" injury, but its effects can last a lifetime.
Common gynaecological surgery for abnormal bleeding associated with a high risk of hysterectomy
October 02, 2024
Researchers from ICES, the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry and Lawson Health Research Institute provide new directions for counselling patients about outcomes
Announcement: Dr. Matthew Weir appointed as Dr. Adam Linton Chair in Kidney Health Analytics
October 02, 2024
I am pleased to announce that Dr. Matthew Weir has been appointed as the Dr. Adam Linton Chair in Kidney Health Analytics at the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University, effective October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2029.
