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An imbalance between excitation and inhibition is one of the earliest detectable features of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Project Overview An imbalance between excitation and inhibition is one of the earliest detectable features of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). In fact, changes in...

Identify your circle of care, with a trusted physician or advocate who can direct you to different professionals who can support your recovery, as well as patient family members and friends who can offer practical and emotional support Do not be afraid to advocate for the care you need Contact...

Bruno Grant, recipient of Brain Canada’s Shireen and Edna Marcus Excellence Award, is working toward a better understanding of autism in the First Nations communities of Maskwacis. Located in Central Alberta, the Plains Cree community of Maskwacis defines autism spectrum disorder (ASD), or...

Fifteen Canadians are diagnosed with dementia each hour. This amounts to 10,000 Canadians a month, according to The Landmark Study published this month by Alzheimer Society of Canada. By 2030, it is projected that close to 1 million Canadians will be living with dementia. Now more than ever,...

Dr. Orlandi’s research seeks to investigate the effectiveness of 3D video-based method in early detection of motor impairment (MI), specifically looking at infants at risk of cerebral palsy (CP). The aims of this project are to: 1) develop a standardized protocol for 3D video recordings; and 2)...

Team of world-leading MS researchers, led by Dr. Jiwon Oh, selected to begin work on the first Canadian cohort to study the progression of multiple sclerosis Toronto, ON – December 6, 2018 – The Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada and Brain Canada Foundation announced today the selected team to...

This project focuses on improving aerobic fitness (AF) among adolescents with bipolar disorder (BD). BD affects 2-5% of adolescents and is the 4th most disabling medical condition among adolescents worldwide. Project Overview This project focuses on improving aerobic fitness (AF) among adolescents...

Highlights of “Towards a Cure” public forum on Alzheimer’s & Dementia Research from Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research.

Eating disorders are serious mental health conditions that usually begin during adolescence. Project Overview Eating disorders are serious mental health conditions that usually begin during adolescence. Unfortunately, these illnesses often become harder to treat and lead to more health problems the...