Western is positioned to lead the fight against neurodegenerative diseases with $24 million in support from the federal New Frontiers in Research Fund (NFRF). Led by Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry professor Ravi Menon, a te …
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Four Western projects earn CFI backing
From delving into the modeling neurodegenerative diseases to looking into digital philosophy, four Western researchers will share in nearly $1 million in funding through the Canada Foundation for Innovation’s John R. Evans Leaders Fund.
New process allows ‘live’ look inside insects
Western researchers have created spectacularly detailed, three-dimensional views of insects’ insides – without harming the creatures in any way – by using carbon dioxide to place the insects into a state of temporary animation.
Mandawe named city’s first Artist in Residence
Erik Mandawe, like the music he creates, is an ever-shifting landscape.
Research looks to slow prostate cancer’s ‘joyride’
When it comes to arresting cancer’s joyride through the body, one Western researcher’s work looks to be the ‘traffic cop’ on the bloodstream highway.
Doctor encourages cancer patients to take charge
Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry professor Dr. David Palma said there’s nothing more important than your life – so you should have a say in what’s happening.
Chair up to challenge of easing pain for millions
To move freely and without pain. Such a simple wish that goes unrealized for the 1.7 billion people around the world suffering from musculoskeletal disorders of the bones, joints and muscles. These conditions don’t discriminate. They can impact anyone at any age, on any continent, in any community, at any time.
Former WHO boss to receive Schulich honour
A Western alumna known as the most powerful international public health official in history will join the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry’s Homecoming celebrations this fall. Dr. Margaret Chan, former Director-General of the World Health Organization...
Probiotics could improve honey bee survival rates
Honey bees may be able to take the sting out of their population demise as Western researchers have shown probiotics can potentially protect honey bees from the toxic effects of pesticides.
Thom presentation wins Langman Award
Mitchell Thom, a recently graduated MSc (Clinical Anatomy) and CMHR student, received the Langman Award for best podium presentation at the 2017 American Association of Anatomists conference. Thom’s abstract was selected as an award finalist out of more than 100...
Getgood earns Young Investigator’s Award
Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry professor Dr. Alan Getgood recently received the Albert Trillant Young Investigator’s Award at the 2017 ISAKOS Congress in Shanghai, China. This award provides recognition for a young researcher who has done outstanding...
Manner of walking may be key to early dementia detection
Something as simple as walking and talking could lead to early dementia detection and, potentially, to halting its progression, according to one Western researcher. In a Western- and Lawson Health Research Institute-led study, researchers have shown that a person’s...
Kirby: Help self, others in holistic way
For his dedicated advocacy for mental health, Canadian politician Michael Kirby was awarded an honorary Doctor of Laws, honoris causa (LLD) at the Friday afternoon session of Western’s 309th Convocation.