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Working memory is our ability “keep in mind” information and manipulate it when it is not present in the environment. Project Overview Working memory is our ability “keep in mind” information and manipulate it when it is not present in the environment. It is central to many aspects of cognition,...

Project Overview Major depression is among the most common and most burdensome human diseases worldwide. While there are several existing treatments, overall current treatments are modest in their efficacy. Over the past few decades, there has been significant development in the field of...

"Antisense oligonucleotides (ASOs) are synthetic single-stranded DNA/RNA that are useful in the targeting of mRNA sequences." Project Overview “Antisense oligonucleotides (ASOs) are synthetic single-stranded DNA/RNA that are useful in the targeting of mRNA sequences. Their versatility allows them...

Brain Canada a le plaisir d’annoncer la plus récente cohorte de bénéficiaires des subventions Momentum. Ce programme est conçu pour mettre à profit les travaux novateurs entrepris dans le cadre du programme Futurs leaders canadiens de la recherche sur le cerveau. Brain Canada annonce les 10...

À l'âge de 25 ans, le Dr Monica Seger a reçu une bourse pour effectuer un stage postdoctoral aux Pays-Bas. Cette expérience a changé la trajectoire de sa vie et de ses recherches. En tant que jeune neuroendocrinologue, Monica a énormément bénéficié de la collaboration avec des scientifiques d'une...

Perinatal (around birth) stroke is devastating, because the effects are life-long. Project Overview Perinatal (around birth) stroke is devastating, because the effects are life-long. Current treatments to improve walking are limited, and largely passive, such as stretching, bracing, botulinum toxin...

Partners and Donors Alzheimer Society of Canada Alzheimer’s disease is a common form of memory loss and confusion affecting older adults. Despite many years of study, we still don’t have a cure for this disease. Project Overview Alzheimer’s disease is a common form of memory loss and confusion...

In this Hudson project, the team led by Dr. Robertson will pursue a comprehensive understanding of the normal functions of C9ORF72 and provide a better determination of whether loss of these functions via mutation may cause or contribute to ALS. Project Overview In this Hudson project, the team led...

Dr. Patten started his research career as a PhD student at the University of Alberta under the supervision of Dr. Declan Ali in 2004. Project Overview Dr. Patten started his research career as a PhD student at the University of Alberta under the supervision of Dr. Declan Ali in 2004. There he...

Improving independence and quality of life for persons living with dementia (PLWD) and their care partners can be realized by complementing human care with robotic assistive technologies. Project Overview Improving independence and quality of life for persons living with dementia (PLWD) and their...