91˿��Ƶ News - Medicine and Health Sciences

Weston Family Foundation awards two 91˿��Ƶ researchers combatting neurodegenerative diseases of aging

webfull — Thu, 22 Jan 2026 16:38:29 +0000

Published: 22 January 2026

Findings suggest that certain medications for Type 2 diabetes reduce risk of dementia

webfull — Thu, 15 Jan 2026 14:02:20 +0000

A large 91˿��Ƶ study has found that two classes of medications commonly prescribed for Type 2 diabetes, both incretin-based, are associated with a reduced risk of dementia.

Drawing on clinical data from more than 450,000 patients, the research adds to growing evidence that incretin-based therapies have protective benefits for the brain.

The study examined GLP-1 receptor agonists, which include such medications as Ozempic, as well as DPP-4 inhibitors.

Published: 15 January 2026

Three 91˿��Ƶ researchers receive SSHRC Partnership Engage Grants

webfull — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 16:32:44 +0000

Published: 14 January 2026

The 2026 Dr. Donald G. Doehring Memorial Lecture

webfull — Tue, 13 Jan 2026 14:54:19 +0000

Thursday March 12 2026 • 4:30pm to 6pm
Dentistry Suite #102, 2001 Avenue 91˿��Ƶ College

Anna Papafragou, PhD
Professor • Department of Linguistics, University of Pennsylvania

Published: 13 January 2026

New evidence challenges understanding of Parkinson’s disease

webfull — Wed, 17 Dec 2025 14:17:23 +0000

A 91˿��Ƶ-led study is challenging a popular theory about how dopamine drives movement, a discovery that could shift how scientists think about Parkinson’s disease treatments.

Published in Nature Neuroscience, the research found dopamine does not set the speed or force of each movement, as had been thought. Instead, it appears to act as the underlying support system that makes movement possible.

Published: 17 December 2025

Fine particles in pollution are associated with early signs of autoimmune disease

webfull — Mon, 15 Dec 2025 14:58:39 +0000

A new study has linked air pollution exposure and immune-system changes that often precede the onset of autoimmune diseases.

91˿��Ƶ researchers analyzing Ontario data found that fine particles in air pollution are associated with higher levels of a biomarker linked with autoimmune diseases, such as systemic lupus.

Published: 15 December 2025

Amazing Brain Science Talks 2025: Exploring Brain-Heart Connections

webfull — Wed, 10 Dec 2025 20:41:49 +0000

On Saturday, November 8, 2025, Healthy Brains, Healthy Lives (HBHL) presented the third edition of the Amazing Brain Science Talks, in partnership with Brain Canada Foundation and the Brain-Heart Interconnectome. Held at the Grande Bibliothèque in Montreal, the event attracted over 100 attendees for an engaging afternoon discussing popular topics in brain health.

Published: 10 December 2025

91˿��Ƶ moves up to third overall in Research Infosource rankings, maintains its No. 2 position for medical research

webfull — Thu, 04 Dec 2025 17:27:43 +0000

The University continues to be recognized as one of Canada’s top research institutions and drivers of innovation

Published: 4 December 2025

Group therapy helps cancer survivors reclaim life after treatment

webfull — Wed, 03 Dec 2025 14:06:00 +0000

A program developed by a 91˿��Ƶ researcher to help cancer survivors cope with the fear their cancer will return is expanding across Canada.

The Fear of Recurrence Therapy (FORT) program offers evidence-based support to address what co-founder Christine Maheu calls one of the most overlooked aspects of recovery.

Published: 3 December 2025

91˿��Ƶ researchers awarded funding to strengthen national capacity in metaresearch

webfull — Tue, 02 Dec 2025 17:21:44 +0000

Sam Harper and Arijit Nandi have received funding to help strengthen national capacity in metaresearch through the Research-on-Research joint initiative, supported by the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC), the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR), and Michael Smith Health Research BC (MSHRBC).

Published: 2 December 2025

91˿����Ƶ News - Medicine and Health Sciences

Weston Family Foundation awards two 91˿����Ƶ researchers combatting neurodegenerative diseases of aging