University officials celebrated the opening of the Western Interdisciplinary Research Building (WIRB) on April 13.
BrainsCAN
Grant looks to bring brain researchers closer together
Organizers see a first-of-its-kind grant program as more about collaboration, rather than competition, in supporting the efforts of researchers to address challenges in brain health. The McGill-Western Collaboration Grant program supports neuroscience and...
Artist’s work a reminder of work to be done
On June 7, 2006, while on a lunch break as a special education instructor with the Thames Valley District School Board, Vanessa Zita Vanderidder was found dead along the side of her car. Or at least, that is what first responders pronounced her when they arrived on...
Study: Amputee brain rewires to embrace artificial limb
One-handed people who use a prosthesis regularly are more likely to be brain-wired ‘to visualize’ their artificial limb as a part of their body, a new study shows.
Federal budget signals commitment to science
Western researchers are better positioned to undertake cutting-edge work, thanks to the largest investment ever in fundamental science research, tabled late last month as part of the 2018 federal budget.
STEM conference engages, empowers young women
PhD candidate Ramina Adam sometimes uses family gatherings as a platform to encourage her younger, female relatives to hold onto their love of math and science.
Menon tapped as BrainsCAN Co-Scientific Director
Ravi Menon knows he and his fellow BrainsCAN researchers are on the clock. “Seven years sounds like a long time. But it is not, in terms of impact,” the Western researcher stressed.
Newsmakers: Western News looks back on 2016
How will we remember 2016? Probably through one or more of these faces. Western News presents its 7th annual Newsmakers issue, a celebration of those who contributed to our campus conversation in the last year. Join us in remembering the names and faces that...
Feds applaud BrainsCAN potential to lead the world
It is important to support and celebrate research and innovation, but at the end of the day, what matters most is the impact...