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The entry of calcium ions into cells is mediated by a class of protein (called calcium  channels) that responds to electrical signals by opening of a calcium-selective pore. Project Overview The entry of calcium ions into cells is mediated by a class of protein (called calcium  channels) that...

The primary objective of Ms. Shea’s research is to investigate an optimized integration of event related potentials (ERPs) as a means to augment assistive communication devices. Project Overview The primary objective of Ms. Shea’s research is to investigate an optimized integration of event related...

Each year, 12.6 million babies worldwide are born when the pregnancy is between 32-36 weeks. Project Overview Each year, 12.6 million babies worldwide are born when the pregnancy is between 32-36 weeks. This is too early and called moderate-late preterm (MLPT). MLPT babies are more likely to have...

One hundred and forty-four thousand Canadians suffer a diagnosed concussion each year. Project Overview One hundred and forty-four thousand Canadians suffer a diagnosed concussion each year. A concussion is a type of mild traumatic brain injury, often caused by a bump to the head or body that...

The BRAID Hub (Brain health Resources And Integrated Diversity Hub) addresses critical gaps in Canada’s dementia care system. Project Overview The BRAID Hub (Brain health Resources And Integrated Diversity Hub) addresses critical gaps in Canada’s dementia care system. Focused on building a skilled...

Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) is a non-invasive neurostimulation therapy, recommended by Canadian guidelines as a first-line intervention for major depression that does not respond to an adequate course of pharmacological therapy, known as treatment-resistant depression (TRD)....

Brain-Heart conditions such as cognitive impairment (trouble remembering and learning) or heart failure (heart muscle unable to pump enough blood) are becoming more common as we age. Project Overview Brain-Heart conditions such as cognitive impairment (trouble remembering and learning) or heart...

The Azrieli Program in Brain, Mind & Consciousness brings together 22 researchers to examine what consciousness is and how it comes about. Project Overview The Azrieli Program in Brain, Mind & Consciousness brings together 22 researchers to examine what consciousness is and how it comes about. The...

Huntington disease (HD) is caused by a CAG trinucleotide repeat expansion within the huntingtin (HTT) gene which produces a mutant HTT (mHTT) protein. This mHTT protein aggregates within neurons, forming fibrils that interfere with cellular functions and result in neurodegeneration. The...

The brain requires a large amount of energy and oxygen for survival. Project Overview The brain requires a large amount of energy and oxygen for survival. In order to meet these requirements, the blood supply to the brain is tightly controlled to ensure that active areas receive more blood....