Research
January 8, 2022
3D bioprinting tissues to personalize treatments for neurological diseases
The novel technique that uses bioinks containing stem cells to reproduce patients’ tissues could…
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Research
Spinal cord injury research receives $24 million funding support
A key challenge in treating traumatic spinal cord injury (SCI)—the kind caused by impact from a car crash, a fall, a sporting activity or a violent act—is repairing the gap that is formed when the spine is broken. This gap, typically a few centimetres wide, essentially blocks nerve impulses from getting through, leading to serious health issues that may include…
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Research
January 6, 2022
MIND diet associated with delayed onset of Parkinson’s disease
People who followed the diet rich in vegetables, legumes and healthy fats developed the…
Research
January 5, 2022
New research sheds light on role of microbiome in Multiple Sclerosis
The gut microbiome—an array of microorganisms including bacteria, fungi, viruses and parasites—plays an important…
Upcoming Events
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Linking animal models and mood disorder symptoms through cortico-striatally regulated avoidance and reward-seeking behaviour
January 24
Ryan Tomm and Brandon Forys from Rebecca Todd’s lab will be presenting findings from a collaborative project between researchers in the Mental Health and Addictions integrated research program: “Linking animal models and mood disorder symptoms through cortico-striatally regulated avoidance and reward-seeking behaviour” Online via Zoom: Meeting ID: 574 796 6049 Passcode: 052059
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Neuroscience Research Colloquium
February 11 @ 11:00 am
Dr. Cheryl Wellington
Rudy North Lecture Theatre, Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6T 1Z3
February 17 @ 1:30 pm
Open science: From genes to affordable medicines
Rudy North Lecture Theatre, Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6T 1Z3
Our Research
The Centre is home to five Integrated Research Programs, with over 100 investigators involved in clinical and foundational research.
