April, 2013
Dr. Chris Brandl to be recognized at the Partners In Research National Awards
Monday, April 29, 2013
Congratulations Dr. Chris Brandl, professor, Department of Biochemistry, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, on being selected as the 2013 recipient of the Partners In Research Biomedical Science Ambassador Award … (Read More)
Western University team awarded $100,000 to try to improve stroke rates in Africa
Monday, April 29, 2013
The Grand Challenges Canada Stars in Global Health program asked researchers for "bold ideas for humanity" and it got just that from Dr. David Spence and Dr. Daniel Hackam of Western University. … (Read More)
Dr. Lorelei Lingard awarded the prestigious Executive Leadership in Academic Medicine (ELAM) Fellowship
Friday, April 26, 2013
Congratulations Dr. Lorelei Lingard, CERI Director, on receiving the prestigious Executive Leadership in Academic Medicine (ELAM) Fellowship by Drexel University College of Medicine, Philadelphia, Pa. ELAM is a program of Drexel University's International Center for Executive Leadership in Academics … (Read More)
Celebrating Sharing Smiles Day 2013
Friday, April 26, 2013
Congratulations to our Schulich Dentistry students who helped organize Sharing Smiles Day 2013, held Saturday, April 20. The event was a success with more than 120 volunteers, including students, faculty, dentists and hygienists from the community, as well as 80 participants with special needs … (Read More)
9th annual Intergenerational Gala this Sunday
Thursday, April 25, 2013
The Intergenerational Gala has become a rite of spring for medical and dental students at the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry. The event matches students up with "dates" from the Grand Wood Park Retirement Residence … (Read More)
Researchers confirm pine bark extract could reduce cataract risk
Thursday, April 25, 2013
A winter after discovering Canada for France, Jacques Cartier's exploration crew started suffering and dying from the dreadful scurvy disease in 1535. But thanks to an Iroquoian healer, they were miraculously cured by a tea made from pine bark. … (Read More)
Announcing the 2013 Awards of Excellence Winners
Tuesday, April 23, 2013
We are pleased to announce the winners of the 2013 Dean's Awards of Excellence and Schulich Awards of Excellence. … (Read More)
Jennifer Trung named one of the OUA's Women of Influence
Monday, April 22, 2013
Congratulations Jennifer Trung, a fourth year BMSc student and swimmer, on being named one of the OUA's Women of Influence. The award, now in its tenth year, honours female student-athletes who have excelled in their chosen sports and fields of study … (Read More)
Call for Applications: Assistant Dean, Basic Medical Sciences Undergraduate Education - April 25 Deadline
Monday, April 22, 2013
The Dean's Office, at the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry is seeking applications for the position of Assistant Dean, Basic Medical Sciences Undergraduate Education (BMSUE) to be effective no later than July 1, 2013 … (Read More)
Call for Applications: Chair, Microbiology & Immunology
Friday, April 19, 2013
The Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, at Western University, is inviting applications for the position of Chair in the Department of Microbiology & Immunology. … (Read More)
Sharing smiles and improving oral health
Friday, April 19, 2013
The Western chapter of Oral Health, Total Health will hold its 4th annual Sharing Smiles Day on Saturday in the Great Hall from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. … (Read More)
A garden to honour Dr. Henry Barnett
Friday, April 19, 2013
In recognition of Dr. Henry Barnett's significant contributions to Robarts Research Institute, and the improvement of human health, the garden in front of Robarts will be relandscaped and dedicated to "Barney." … (Read More)
Cold Canadian winters freezing out breast cancer treatment
Friday, April 19, 2013
New research by Dr. Richard Kim of the Departments of Medicine, and Physiology and Pharmacology, found the effects of the breast cancer treatment tamoxifen can be reduced by up to 30 per cent by low vitamin D during winter months. … (Read More)
Dr. Anita Woods - recipient of the University Students' Council (USC) Award of Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching
Wednesday, April 17, 2013
Congratulations Dr. Anita Woods, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University, on receiving one of the University Students' Council (USC) Award of Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching at the 22nd annual USC Award Ceremony … (Read More)
Canadian Cancer Society funds London throat cancer study
Wednesday, April 17, 2013
Surgeon Dr Anthony Nichols and radiation oncologist Dr David Palma have received a $223,000 Quality of Life Grant from the Canadian Cancer Society to conduct a first-ever clinical trial to determine which treatment option gives patients with throat cancers the best quality of life. … (Read More)
Congratulations Dr. Candace Gibson - recipient of the 2013 AFMC-Infoway e-Health Faculty Award
Tuesday, April 16, 2013
The Association of Faculties of Medicine of Canada (AFMC) and Canada Health Infoway (Infoway) has awarded Dr. Candace Gibson, Schulich Medicine & Dentistry, Western University, the 2013 AFMC-Infoway e-Health Faculty Award, recognizing her dedication … (Read More)
When a KISS (1) isn't a good thing
Tuesday, April 16, 2013
KISS 1 is a metastasis-suppressor gene which helps to prevent the spread of many cancers, but new research from Moshmi Bhattacharya, PhD shows that kisspeptins actually make some breast cancers worse, with a higher tumor grade and metastatic potential. … (Read More)
Celebrating Excellence in Windsor
Tuesday, April 16, 2013
The Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Windsor Program celebrated their annual Windsor Program Awards of Excellence last night, recognizing the outstanding talent of their faculty and staff. The evening also featured Family Medicine award winners and celebrated the MEDS Class of 2013 … (Read More)
Eric Lindros discusses concussions with medical students
Monday, April 15, 2013
Retired NHL hockey great Eric Lindros sat down with Neurosurgeon Dr. Wai Ng, to discuss concussions and brain injury in a second year medicine class today. … (Read More)
Celebrate the International Day of Immunology by attending The Wars Within - How Microbes Shape our Immune System - April 29
Monday, April 15, 2013
On April 29, several cities across Canada will be celebrating the International Day of Immunology. The CIHR Human Immunology Network (CHIN) is hosting a Café Scientifique event to discuss the immune system … (Read More)
Schulich Medicine & Dentistry makes an impact at SRPC 2013
Friday, April 12, 2013
This year a "sea of purple" coloured the poster presentations at the Society of Rural Physicians of Canada's (SRPC) Rural and Remote Medicine Course as students from Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry at Western University presented their research … (Read More)
Dr. Laura Diachun awarded the 2013 Physician Innovator in Education Award
Friday, April 12, 2013
CERI is pleased to announce that the Canadian Geriatrics Society (CGS) has awarded Dr. Laura Diachun with the 2013 Physician Innovator in Education Award for her research contributions towards improving education in geriatric medicine … (Read More)
Jennifer Trung wins top athletic award
Friday, April 12, 2013
Swimmer Jennifer Trung, a 4th year BMSc student in the Honors Specialization in Medical Sciences has won Western's top honour for her contribution to intercollegiate athletics at Western. … (Read More)
Call for Applications: Master of Public Health Program Positions
Wednesday, April 10, 2013
Applications are now being accepted to the following positions relating to the Master of Public Health being offered by the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry at Western University. … (Read More)
Recipient of 2013 CIHR Bisby Fellowship Prize - Miranda Kirby
Tuesday, April 9, 2013
Congratulations Miranda Kirby on receiving one of the CIHR Bisby Fellowship Prizes awarded to the highest ranking candidate in each of the Fellowship Committees which comprise the annual CIHR fellowship competitions held each September … (Read More)
Shedding light on a gene mutation that causes signs of premature aging
Monday, April 8, 2013
Research from Nathalie Bérubé of the Departments of Biochemistry and Paediatrics sheds new light on a gene called ATRX and its function in the brain and pituitary. … (Read More)
Dr. David Cechetto awarded 2013 Western Humanitarian Award
Thursday, April 4, 2013
Dr. David Cechetto, a professor in the Department of Anatomy & Cell Biology, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University has been awarded the 2013 Western Humanitarian Award. … (Read More)
Two awarded at the 2013 History of Medicine Colloquium
Monday, April 1, 2013
Congratulations to Alexandra Istl and Noor Jawaid (pictured), the award winners from the 2013 History of Medicine Colloquium. … (Read More)
