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The Ottawa Hospital’s future neuroscience institute ‘a game changer’ for ground-breaking treatment
March 22,
2023
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Merging cutting-edge research with frontline clinical treatments
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Prenatal exposure to low doses of methylmercury causes autism-like behaviors in mice
March 9,
2023
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A study co-led by Dr. Jing Wang and Dr. Laurie Chan is the first to show that exposing pregnant mice to low doses of methylmercury causes autism-like behaviors in their offspring.
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ELEVATE seed grants to help researchers at The Ottawa Hospital develop better treatments and improve patient care
February 1,
2023
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The Ottawa Hospital’s Research Institute is awarding five ELEVATE seed grants to early-career researchers to spur the development of innovative treatments and better patient care.
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Life-altering stroke treatment and care from a “gym rat”
January 26,
2023
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Meet Dr. Robert Fahed, one of only four interventional neurologists in Canada
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New scientist profile: Dr. Gauruv Bose aims to use AI and big data to predict the course of MS
January 18,
2023
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Neurologist Dr. Gauruv Bose wants a crystal ball to see the future of his patients with multiple sclerosis (MS).
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Saviour siblings: surprising discovery reveals the staying power of stem cells from older brothers
December 14,
2022
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The researchers believe this is the first example of this kind of “saviour sibling” effect to rescue a lethal genetic deficit.
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Electrolyte levels could help with early detection of eating disorders
November 16,
2022
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A discovery led by Dr. Gregory Hundemer could help people with eating disorders get treatment sooner.
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Neurologist blazes new trails in stroke research
November 2,
2022
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For a neurology resident who spent the last five years sleeping in hospitals and saving lives, Dr. Ronda Lun’s research accomplishments are nothing short of incredible.
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ECMO survivors have higher rate of new mental health diagnoses than other ICU survivors
October 26,
2022
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Survivors of ECMO life support had a 24% higher rate of new mental health diagnoses after discharge compared to other ICU survivors, according to the first study of its kind, published in JAMA.
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A conversation with stem cell pioneer Dr. Harold Atkins
October 4,
2022
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When Dr. Harry Atkins was young, he wanted to be an architect. Everything changed with one high school biology project, and now Dr. Atkins is pioneering the use of stem cells to reprogram people’s immune systems.
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2022
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September 23,
2022 -
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Predicting Parkinson’s: mathematical model could help with earlier diagnosis and treatment
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September 1,
2022 -
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MS stem cell transplant gives priceless second chance
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July 27,
2022 -
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“Dream team” of researchers tackles leading cause of vision loss
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July 20,
2022 -
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Researchers at The Ottawa Hospital awarded 19 CIHR grants worth more than $12 million
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July 13,
2022 -
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Whole-body approach needed to treat neuromuscular disease SMA
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June 29,
2022 -
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Breakthrough could revolutionize stroke treatment
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June 22,
2022 -
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Dr. Michael Rudnicki admitted as a Fellow of the Royal Society
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June 7,
2022 -
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Do changes in brain metabolism play a role in autism? Prestigious grant to help researchers find out
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April 29,
2022 -
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The Ottawa Hospital’s push to demystify Parkinson’s disease
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April 29,
2022 -
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Meet Dr. Michael Schlossmacher
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April 29,
2022 -
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Meet Parkinson’s researcher Dr. Julianna Tomlinson
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April 25,
2022 -
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Meet brain and eye researcher Dr. Pierre Mattar
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April 25,
2022 -
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Meet brain researcher Julie Ouellette
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April 4,
2022 -
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Researchers at The Ottawa Hospital awarded five grants for high risk, high reward and interdisciplinary research
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March 22,
2022 -
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Men and women process pain signals differently
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March 9,
2022 -
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Research on brain blood vessels could lead to new treatments for brain diseases
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March 3,
2022 -
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The Ottawa Hospital Joins Michael J. Fox Foundation’s Expansion of the Parkinson’s Progression Markers Initiative (PPMI), Landmark Study toward Better Treatments and Prevention of Disease
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February 17,
2022 -
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Study reinforces new treatment option for stroke prevention
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February 5,
2022 -
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Researchers at The Ottawa Hospital awarded 18 CIHR grants worth more than $11 million
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January 21,
2022 -
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Physician mental health care visits increased 27 percent during the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic
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January 21,
2022 -
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Getting the clot out on first try improves outcomes for basilar artery stroke patients
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2021
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November 26,
2021 -
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Five scientists at The Ottawa Hospital ranked among world’s top researchers
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November 12,
2021 -
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Supercharging stem cells
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October 26,
2021 -
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Does Parkinson’s start in the nose? International team awarded US$9 million ASAP grant to find out
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September 15,
2021 -
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$2.4 M grant to help researchers develop gene and cell therapies for a leading cause of blindness
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September 8,
2021 -
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Could a drug that controls appetite also treat schizophrenia and Alzheimer’s? Mouse studies show promise.
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August 18,
2021 -
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A glimpse inside the mind of neurosurgery expert, Dr. Fahad Alkherayf
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August 18,
2021 -
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A conversation with Dr. Jess Fiedorowicz
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August 10,
2021 -
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Researchers at The Ottawa Hospital awarded eight grants worth $5 million from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research
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August 1,
2021 -
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Is there a link between suicide and epidemics?
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July 15,
2021 -
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How well do COVID-19 vaccines work in people with cancer, immune conditions and other populations of interest?
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July 15,
2021 -
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How well do COVID-19 vaccines work in people with inherited and medication-related immune deficiencies?
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June 28,
2021 -
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Small study shows promising results with app for concussion recovery
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June 25,
2021 -
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Can a calculator predict your risk of dementia?
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June 23,
2021 -
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Motivational incentives make a difference for treating opioid use disorder
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June 16,
2021 -
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Melding mind and machine: Ottawa trial could lead to new technologies to help people with paralysis
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June 2,
2021 -
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Research unravels links between fasting, lifespan and muscle stem cells
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May 31,
2021 -
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Researchers at The Ottawa Hospital awarded three grants for high risk, high reward and interdisciplinary research
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May 12,
2021 -
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Stem cells go ‘all in’ to repair damaged muscles
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May 5,
2021 -
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ICU admission linked to higher rate of future suicide compared with other hospitalizations
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April 30,
2021 -
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Beyond the brain: how autism impacts the body
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April 22,
2021 -
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Experts on call: Stem cells, gene therapy and biotherapeutics
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April 22,
2021 -
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Experts on call: Parkinson’s care and research
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April 6,
2021 -
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Parkinson’s discovery points to possible future treatment approaches
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March 17,
2021 -
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Patient gets life-changing diagnosis thanks to Open Science
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March 10,
2021 -
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Ottawa Hospital Research Institute and Faculty of Medicine support three translational research projects through Blueprint Excelerator
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March 10,
2021 -
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New scientist profile: Dr. Jess Fiedorowicz brings an interdisciplinary vision to mental health research
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March 10,
2021 -
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Study in mice reveals possible new target to treat schizophrenia
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February 3,
2021 -
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Tool predicts which mini-strokes could lead to major strokes
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February 1,
2021 -
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$1M investment fuels development of new therapies for Duchenne muscular dystrophy
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January 27,
2021 -
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Can a diabetes drug help repair damaged nerve insulation? Mouse study shows it might.
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2020
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December 11,
2020 -
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Partnering with the marginalized
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December 11,
2020 -
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Dr. Eve Tsai and Dr. Adam Sachs work in very different ways to improve the lives of people with spinal cord injury
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October 21,
2020 -
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Drug can treat Parkinson’s-related drooling, study shows
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September 21,
2020 -
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HELP MD – A novel data-driven approach to study physician wellness
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September 7,
2020 -
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The Ottawa Hospital awarded six CIHR grants worth $2.6 million
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September 1,
2020 -
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Two researchers at The Ottawa Hospital receive Ontario Early Researcher Awards
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August 10,
2020 -
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Cannabis use in pregnancy linked to a greater risk of autism
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July 13,
2020 -
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Vascular development may be at risk in autism
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July 10,
2020 -
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Decoding the mystery of Parkinson’s disease
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June 4,
2020 -
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New mouse model to reveal insights into mild spinal muscular atrophy
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June 4,
2020 -
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Diabetes drug corrects some symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease in mice
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June 3,
2020 -
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New Frontiers in Research Fund supports trailblazing research on autism, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s
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May 27,
2020 -
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New scientist profile: Dr. Robert Fahed wants more people to benefit from life-saving stroke therapy
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May 14,
2020 -
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Updated Ottawa Rules app could help doctors predict strokes, catch deadly brain bleeds
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April 29,
2020 -
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Dr. Michael Rudnicki elected into the Royal Society
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April 20,
2020 -
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New tool helps predict risk of death, admission to long-term care for people with dementia
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April 20,
2020 -
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How are you coping during COVID-19?
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March 2,
2020 -
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Study in mice reveals possible new target to treat autism
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February 14,
2020 -
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New neuromuscular network brings patients, scientists and clinicians together
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February 3,
2020 -
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The Ottawa Hospital awarded nine grants worth $5.6 million from Canadian Institutes of Health Research
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January 23,
2020 -
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Study in mice reveals a new target to treat Alzheimer’s disease
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2019
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November 13,
2019 -
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Researchers awarded $1.6M to improve care for cardiovascular disease
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October 23,
2019 -
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aSAH survivor and her daughter help advance stroke research
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October 21,
2019 -
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How a lucky accident helped spark a new era of depression research
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October 2,
2019 -
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Researchers reveal the circuitry regulating muscle stem cell function
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September 25,
2019 -
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Unravelling the mystery of how one gene contributes to Parkinson’s, Crohn’s and leprosy
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September 24,
2019 -
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Ottawa researcher plays key role in $53-million Alzheimer’s research project
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September 10,
2019 -
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Findings could improve quality of life for people with spinal muscular atrophy
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August 8,
2019 -
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Research could improve diagnosis of dangerous increase in brain pressure
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August 7,
2019 -
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Feature grant: Researchers investigate how cholesterol regulates inflammation in white blood cells
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July 26,
2019 -
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The Ottawa Hospital awarded 13 grants worth $11.2 million from Canadian Institutes of Health Research
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July 25,
2019 -
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Researchers bridge the gap between animal studies and new treatments for chronic pain
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July 8,
2019 -
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Dr. Hanns Lochmüller receives Canada Research Chair in Neuromuscular Genomics and Health
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July 8,
2019 -
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Researchers discover new kind of brain tumour
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June 27,
2019 -
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Common supplement being tested as potential treatment for progressive MS
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June 26,
2019 -
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New scientist profile: Dr. Fahad AlKherayf aims to improve minimally invasive brain surgery
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May 29,
2019 -
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Researchers get $745,000 boost from NSERC
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May 17,
2019 -
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$950,000 to help develop stem cell treatments for septic shock, lung injury and muscle degeneration
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May 16,
2019 -
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Clinical trials offer strong foundation for better patient care
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April 24,
2019 -
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Scientist investigates how two gene mutations contribute to autism
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April 24,
2019 -
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First step towards a database linking rare diseases with treatment options
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April 11,
2019 -
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Researchers honoured for outstanding work in Parkinson’s, critical care and surgery
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March 15,
2019 -
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New scientist profile: Dr. Hanns Lochmüller investigates rare neuromuscular disorders
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March 15,
2019 -
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Researcher brings made-in-Ottawa approach to Parkinson’s care to Europe
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March 13,
2019 -
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Autologous hematopoietic stem cell transplantation recommended as a standard of care for certain kinds of MS in the U.S.
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February 14,
2019 -
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Researchers to advance science and improve health with new CIHR funding
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January 31,
2019 -
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Discovery points to innovative new way to treat Duchenne muscular dystrophy
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2018
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November 28,
2018 -
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Engaging patients in research every step of the way
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November 21,
2018 -
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Depression linked to “junk DNA” in the serotonin receptor gene
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November 21,
2018 -
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Worm study points to similarities in how neurons maintain their shape in old age and after damage
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November 21,
2018 -
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Researchers get $788,000 boost from NSERC
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October 31,
2018 -
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First responders to get mental health help at new research clinic
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October 25,
2018 -
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Study shows which stroke patients benefit most from clot-busting drug
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October 10,
2018 -
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Brain Health Awareness Week: October 15-19
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October 2,
2018 -
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Researchers awarded $1.7 M to tackle stroke and heart attack from multiple angles
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August 30,
2018 -
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Could leaky blood vessels be a target for treating migraines? Study opens up promising new area of research
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August 16,
2018 -
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The cancer’s gone but the fear remains: psychology researchers tackle fear of cancer recurrence
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August 8,
2018 -
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Diabetes drug could enhance stem cell treatment for stroke
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May 25,
2018 -
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Researchers and support staff recognized at The Ottawa Hospital’s Excellence Awards ceremony
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May 1,
2018 -
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The Ottawa Hospital opens one-of-a-kind neuromuscular research centre
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April 20,
2018 -
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Could a molecule triggered by running help treat MS?
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April 19,
2018 -
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Discovery provides “profound new insight” into Duchenne muscular dystrophy
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April 18,
2018 -
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Could a skin cancer drug help treat stroke?
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April 11,
2018 -
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Can tiny bits of cells in the blood help track the progress of spinal muscular atrophy?
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March 14,
2018 -
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Freud-1 gene lives up to its name
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March 2,
2018 -
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Antidepressants and exercise in stroke recovery: surprising results from new mouse study
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January 30,
2018 -
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The Ottawa Hospital awarded $12.7M for research, double the national CIHR success rate
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2017
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December 20,
2017 -
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Stroke repair: study shows single pathway crucial for generating new stem cells, neurons and blood vessels
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December 15,
2017 -
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Researchers to test patient-centered approach to Parkinson’s care
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December 13,
2017 -
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Three Ottawa researchers among “world’s most influential scientific minds”
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November 29,
2017 -
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Pre-treated cells boost blood vessel repair
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November 13,
2017 -
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When is a headache a sign of a deadly brain bleed? Ottawa rule could improve diagnosis and save lives
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October 26,
2017 -
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Top trainee hopes his unexpected discovery may help children with spinal muscular atrophy
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October 25,
2017 -
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Award-winning scientist challenges medical dogma in quest to prevent, treat neurodegenerative disease
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October 12,
2017 -
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CFI provides $18-million boost to research on neuromuscular diseases, cancer-fighting viruses, the power of light and radioactive atoms
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October 11,
2017 -
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New worm model sheds light on ALS
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October 11,
2017 -
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Award-winning tool helps predict course of recovery from spinal cord injury
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September 27,
2017 -
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Ottawa neuromuscular researchers show global leadership
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September 22,
2017 -
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Extra maternal care prevents brain inflammation and reduces anxiety in mice
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September 6,
2017 -
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Ottawa scientist wins Canada's top stem cell prize for multiple sclerosis trial
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July 28,
2017 -
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Research suggests new anti-inflammatory approach for treating stroke
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July 11,
2017 -
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Dr. Paul Albert recognized for ground-breaking discoveries in mental health
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June 15,
2017 -
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Researchers get $558K boost from Heart and Stroke Foundation
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June 14,
2017 -
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Parkinson’s-related protein also protects against infections
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June 2,
2017 -
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Research on repairing MS damage gets $300,000 grant
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June 1,
2017 -
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Common acne medication shows promise in treating multiple sclerosis
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May 25,
2017 -
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Could stem cells heal premature lungs, fight infections, build muscles and strengthen bones?
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May 19,
2017 -
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The Ottawa Hospital awarded 18 research grants from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research, worth $10.7 million
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April 24,
2017 -
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Worm study reveals the secrets of early spinal cord development
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March 28,
2017 -
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Prestigious Canada Gairdner Award honours Dr. Antoine Hakim’s championing of stroke prevention and treatment
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March 9,
2017 -
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Nerve cells in our brains work together in harmony to store and retrieve short-term memory
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March 1,
2017 -
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Ottawa man tests new technology for stroke recovery
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February 1,
2017 -
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Researchers investigate role of immune system in Spinal Muscular Atrophy
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January 25,
2017 -
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Grant helps researchers better study important young-onset Parkinson’s protein
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January 5,
2017 -
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Innovative computer tablet could help stroke patients recover
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January 4,
2017 -
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Information for patients: Chemo and blood stem cell transplantation for rare autoimmune diseases
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2016
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November 17,
2016 -
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Stem cell procedure sends patients with severe myasthenia gravis into remission
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November 2,
2016 -
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Grant helps researcher investigate the mind’s puzzles
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October 11,
2016 -
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Running triggers production of a molecule that repairs the brain in animal models of neurodegenerative disease
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September 14,
2016 -
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New model may lead to better treatments for depression after stroke
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September 7,
2016 -
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Researchers at The Ottawa Hospital awarded $472,000 by Ontario Research Fund
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August 17,
2016 -
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Researchers find protein that keeps DNA from collapsing
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August 10,
2016 -
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$145,000 to help researchers investigate how the adult brain grows new cells
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June 22,
2016 -
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$240,000 to help researchers tackle the challenge of preventing strokes
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June 15,
2016 -
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Experimental treatment gave new life to P.E.I. mother
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June 9,
2016 -
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MS breakthrough: Replacing diseased immune system halts progression and allows repair
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June 1,
2016 -
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Do the body’s own marijuana-like compounds play a role in schizophrenia? $150,000 grant will help researchers find out.
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May 4,
2016 -
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Cardiovascular researchers get $1.2M boost from Heart and Stroke Foundation
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March 31,
2016 -
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Levodopa pumps new life into Ottawa Parkinson’s patient
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March 30,
2016 -
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$530,000 grant to find Canadians’ most important risk factors for dementia
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March 2,
2016 -
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Could an algorithm help treat bleeding strokes?
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February 10,
2016 -
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Ottawa researchers answer patient questions about stroke and stem cells
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January 27,
2016 -
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Can smartphone-assisted therapy help prevent suicide? Researchers get $1.7M grant to find out
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January 27,
2016 -
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Ottawa researchers identify the Mike Holmes of muscle stem cells
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2015
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November 4,
2015 -
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Research solves mystery of genetic risk factor for heart disease
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October 28,
2015 -
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Ottawa conference brings top researchers together to fight neuromuscular disease
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October 6,
2015 -
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Dr. Jeffrey Dilworth awarded $2.3 million for muscle regeneration research
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September 16,
2015 -
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Early intervention with iRecover could help stroke patients
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September 9,
2015 -
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Rare nerve disease linked to problems in cellular waste recycling
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August 26,
2015 -
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Novel genetic variant affects inflammation and may increase heart disease risk by 50%
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August 21,
2015 -
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New chair in spinal cord research brings hope for more first steps
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August 19,
2015 -
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Brain Health Awareness Week: September 14-19
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July 28,
2015 -
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The Ottawa Hospital awarded $28M from Canadian Institutes of Health Research for 22 research projects
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July 7,
2015 -
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Novel therapy seeks to bring light to post-stroke depression
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June 30,
2015 -
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Deep-brain stimulation brings a family doctor with Parkinson’s back from “the abyss”
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June 17,
2015 -
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Ottawa stroke researchers awarded nearly $500,000
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May 27,
2015 -
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$120,000 grant to help find ways to relieve cellular stress and prevent neurodegenerative diseases
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May 13,
2015 -
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Research linking Parkinson’s with the gut’s appendix receives top award
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May 5,
2015 -
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Tender Loving Research helping people with multiple sclerosis
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March 5,
2015 -
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Drug to control appetite could also fight anxiety: Ottawa study
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February 18,
2015 -
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Tender Loving Research improving care for stroke patients
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January 29,
2015 -
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The Ottawa Hospital leads first Canadian clinical trial of mesenchymal stem cell therapy for multiple sclerosis
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2014
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November 26,
2014 -
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Weston grants to accelerate development of new therapies for Parkinson disease and related dementias
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August 25,
2014 -
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Researchers in Ottawa achieve breakthrough with rare disease: Stem cells used to send “stiff person syndrome” into long-term remission
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January 15,
2014 -
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Possible new approach for controlling appetite and obesity
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January 8,
2014 -
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Michael J. Fox Foundation grant funds way to peer at Parkinson’s onset
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2013
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November 27,
2013 -
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Multiple sclerosis patients to benefit from new drug
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2012
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October 18,
2012 -
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Ottawa medical hero named to Canada’s 2013 Medical Hall of Fame
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May 15,
2012 -
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Mice with big brains provide insight into brain regeneration and developmental disorders
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March 9,
2012 -
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Canadian research paves the way for possible new treatment for bleeding strokes
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2011
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October 3,
2011 -
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Smoking causes stroke to occur nearly a decade earlier, study finds
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September 30,
2011 -
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Dr. Anthony Bella named one of the Top 100 Alumni of the last 100 years by Wilfred Laurier University
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September 27,
2011 -
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Heart and Stroke Foundation Centre for Stroke Recovery receives multimillion dollar contribution to expand groundbreaking research
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September 26,
2011 -
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New research sheds light on relationship between inflammation, blood vessels and brain disorders
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September 15,
2011 -
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Neurosurgeon-scientist named one of Canada’s Top 25 Most Influential Women of 2011
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September 1,
2011 -
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New research sheds light on brain development
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April 4,
2011 -
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Study provides first link between two major Parkinson’s genes
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February 25,
2011 -
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New Parkinson’s gene discovered
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February 23,
2011 -
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Research reveals best approaches to evaluate bleeding in the brain
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February 10,
2011 -
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TIA patients with speech difficulties more likely to suffer from irregular heartbeat
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2010
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October 29,
2010 -
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Ottawa prevention clinic has huge impact on stroke rate, study finds
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October 12,
2010 -
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Top Parkinson’s researcher recruited to Ottawa
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August 30,
2010 -
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The Ottawa Hospital Establishes Canada’s First Men’s Health Research Chair
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June 7,
2010 -
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Ottawa neurosurgeon named one of Canada’s Top 40 Under 40
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2009
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November 26,
2009 -
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$19.2M awarded to stroke research network led by OHRI / uOttawa scientist
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February 22,
2009 -
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OHRI stem cell transplant trial for multiple sclerosis profiled on national news
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2008
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November 16,
2008 -
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Dr. Mark Freedman interviewed about experimental mesenchymal stem cell treatment for multiple sclerosis
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July 28,
2008 -
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Discovery reveals link between Parkinson’s gene and red blood cell production
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March 12,
2008 -
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Vancouver Sun profiles patient in OHRI-led MS bone marrow stem cell transplant trial
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January 21,
2008 -
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The National features OHRI bone marrow stem cell transplant trial for MS
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January 16,
2008 -
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Ottawa researchers organize first national Parkinson’s disease meeting
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2007
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December 15,
2007 -
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OHRI researchers recognized for dystonia research
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October 25,
2007 -
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Top honours go to cancer and neuroscience researchers at the Ottawa Health Research Institute
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July 5,
2007 -
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Research reveals missing link in Parkinson’s disease and suggests new therapeutic target
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June 4,
2007 -
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Dr. Eve Tsai receives 2007 Young Clinician Investigator Award from the American Association of Neurological Surgeons
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