Research
September 16, 2026
UBC scientists uncover why some Huntington disease patients decline years earlier
New research from UBC’s Centre for Molecular Medicine and Therapeutics and BC Children’s Hospital...
Research
Unravelling the link between Epstein-Barr virus and multiple sclerosis
For decades, scientists have known that infection with the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) is one...
Research
July 15, 2026
New study reveals how the brain reorganizes itself in early Parkinson’s disease
A new study led by Dr. Jon Stoessl and a team of researchers at...
People
May 28, 2026
World-renowned multiple sclerosis expert joins UBC to advance next-generation therapies
Dr. Jan Lünemann, a world-renowned neurologist, neuroimmunologist and clinician-scientist, has joined UBC as the...
Research
March 26, 2026
New study points to promising ultrasound treatment for Parkinson’s tremor
Parkinson’s disease affects nearly 12 million people worldwide—a number expected to more than double...
Research
March 20, 2026
ALS clinical trials now recruiting at UBC
The ALS Society of British Columbia (ALSBC), in partnership with the UBC ALS & Related...
Research
December 8, 2025
Slower-walking older adults at risk for falls benefit the most from a home-based exercise program
A strength and balance program has the potential to dramatically lower the falls risk...
Research
December 5, 2025
Wearable alert system to prevent Parkinson’s medication ‘wearing off’ symptoms
Now retired from working as a project manager in the tech industry, Margaret Hanson’s...
DMCBH researchers receive Huntington Society of Canada’s 2025 Navigator Research Awards
Congratulations to Drs. Blair Leavitt and Lynn Raymond on being named recipients of the...
Community
November 6, 2025
New friends, new adventures: Margaret and Bee’s Brain Wellness Program journey
When Margaret Miller and Bee Wanstall first crossed paths, it was actually in a...
People
October 22, 2025
Dr. Xin Tang appointed Canada Research Chair
Congratulations to Dr. Xin Tang, an Assistant Professor jointly appointed in the Michael Smith...
People
August 11, 2025
Honouring a pioneer in ALS research: Dr. Andrew Eisen’s enduring legacy
Dr. Andrew Eisen’s name is synonymous with progress in the field of amyotrophic lateral...