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enBBME seminar: "Transforming drug delivery systems into diagnostic materials”, Simon Matoori, PhD, Faculté de Pharmacie, Université de Montréal
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Fri, 30 Jan 2026 22:06:44 +0000admin10879 at /infect-diseasesRNA therapy may be a solution for infant hydrocephalus
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<b>For the first time, drug targeting genetic mutation shown to have positive impact in mice models </b>
<p>Hydrocephalus is a life-threatening condition that occurs in about 1 in 1,000 newborns and is often treated with invasive surgery. Now, a new study offers hope of preventing hydrocephalus before it even occurs.</p>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 16:57:57 +0000admin10875 at /infect-diseases27th Annual Neuropsychology Day and Brenda Milner Lecture
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<p>The 27th Annual Neuropsychology Day and Brenda Milner Lecture honours the career and achievements of Professor Brenda Milner, an eminent cognitive neuroscientist and pioneer of the discipline of neuropsychology.</p>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 14:22:49 +0000admin10873 at /infect-diseasesHippocampus does more than store memories: it predicts rewards, study finds
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<p>A preclinical study published in <i>Nature</i> has found evidence that the hippocampus, the brain region that stores memory, also reorganizes memories to anticipate future outcomes.</p>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 13:58:01 +0000admin10872 at /infect-diseasesFeindel Brain and Mind Seminar Series: Studying Memory for Natural Events Across Multiple Timescales
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<p>The <strong>Feindel Brain and Mind Seminar Series</strong> will advance the vision of Dr. William Feindel (1918–2014), Former Director of the Neuro (1972–1984), to constantly bridge the clinical and research realms.</p>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 16:07:28 +0000admin10868 at /infect-diseasesBBME seminar: "Co-Design of VR and Socially Assistive Interventions for Diverse Aging Communities", Harmehr Sekhon, PhD, Department of Medicine, Division of Geriatric Medicine, 鶹ýվ
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Fri, 23 Jan 2026 16:40:46 +0000admin10867 at /infect-diseasesWeston Family Foundation awards two 鶹ýվ researchers combatting neurodegenerative diseases of aging
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Thu, 22 Jan 2026 16:38:29 +0000admin10866 at /infect-diseases7th National Course on Sleep Medicine
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<p>This two-day training course is designed to provide and enhance a basic working knowledge of sleep medicine.</p>Wed, 21 Jan 2026 14:56:20 +0000admin10865 at /infect-diseasesNeurogenesis Speaker Series: February Edition
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<b>Come meet HBHL-supported Faculty! </b>
Mon, 19 Jan 2026 18:08:07 +0000admin10864 at /infect-diseasesPERL Launch Event: Health Crises in an Era of Autocracy, Disinformation, and Shifting Geopolitical Risks
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<p><b>WHEN: </b>Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 8:30 am - 4:00 pm<br />
<b>WHERE: </b>鶹ýվ Faculty Club Ballroom - 3450 rue McTavish, Montreal, QC</p>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 17:30:21 +0000admin10861 at /infect-diseasesFindings suggest that certain medications for Type 2 diabetes reduce risk of dementia
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<p>A large 鶹ýվ 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.</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p><a href="https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s40264-025-01623-9">The study</a> examined GLP-1 receptor agonists, which include such medications as Ozempic, as well as DPP-4 inhibitors.</p>Thu, 15 Jan 2026 14:02:20 +0000admin10859 at /infect-diseasesHealth Crises in an Era of Autocracy, Disinformation, and Shifting Geopolitical Risks
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<p>We are thrilled to invite you to the Official Launch of the Pandemic and Emergency Readiness Lab (PERL)!</p>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 19:35:22 +0000admin10857 at /infect-diseasesThree 鶹ýվ researchers receive SSHRC Partnership Engage Grants
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Wed, 14 Jan 2026 16:32:44 +0000admin10856 at /infect-diseasesThe 2026 Dr. Donald G. Doehring Memorial Lecture
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<p><em>Thursday March 12 2026 • 4:30pm to 6pm<br />
Dentistry Suite #102, 2001 Avenue 鶹ýվ College</em></p>
<p><b>Anna Papafragou, PhD<br />
Professor • Department of Linguistics, University of Pennsylvania</b></p>Tue, 13 Jan 2026 14:54:19 +0000admin10855 at /infect-diseases鶹ýվ Global Health Scholars - Undergraduate Program Application Period
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<p>The 鶹ýվ Global Health Scholars – Undergraduate program offers 鶹ýվ undergraduate students the opportunity to learn about and gain global health experience through participation in research projects.</p>Thu, 08 Jan 2026 18:52:14 +0000admin10851 at /infect-diseases