For decades, large portions of the human genome were labelled “junk DNA”. New research from Western University and London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute (LHSCRI) suggests these overlooked sequences may help protect the body from cancer …
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Experts unveil toolkit to measure hospitals’ safeguards against disruption
COVID-19 impact on systems leads to new ‘Surgical Preparedness Index’
Western research shows traffic-related air pollution linked to increased risk of dementia
Researchers examined 17 studies that included more than 91 million people worldwide
Student researchers selected for Global Undergraduate Awards
Seven honoured for work from diverse disciplines; 15 scholars receive prestigious highly commended rank
Study finds virtual care results in significant environmental and patient cost savings
Carbon dioxide emissions were reduced by more than 650M kg and patient travel was cut by 3.2B km
Western-led study explores COVID-19 effects on cognition
Reasoning, speed of thinking, verbal abilities among infection impacts
Researchers working to uncover consequences of prenatal cannabis exposure
Aim is to more fully understand dangers of THC on the developing brain
Study looks at impact of artificial intelligence on primary health care
Research shows primary health care and digital health stakeholders are “cautiously optimistic” about AI implementation
Research reveals new paradigm for treating PTSD
Dr. Ruth Lanius is developing neuroscientifically guided treatments for patients with post-traumatic stress disorder
Master’s student recipient of 2022 Women’s Health Scholars Award
Jahin Khan’s research examines mental health of migrant women
Pursuing a dream to serve vulnerable populations
Winifred Twum-Ampofo is working toward a master’s degree in public health at Schulich Medicine & Dentistry
MD+ paves paths to medicine, equity
Medical students pursue two master’s degrees as part of novel Schulich Medicine program
Big step forward in researching knee pain
Western engineering professor part of $2.3M grant testing sensors to prevent repeat knee replacements