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Thomas Durcan’s project will dissect the role of microglia in degenerative conditions, to identify new therapeutic strategies for Alzheimer's treatment

An innovative new program based at The Neuro has received $2.6 million from the CQDM and the Brain Canada Foundation.

Classified as: Neuro, Tom Durcan, Alzheimer's, ACAR News
Published on: 16 Oct 2024

MRI data from large sample shows increased whole-brain connectivity in people with a second language

Neuroplasticity is the brain’s ability to build connections within itself, adapting to the surrounding environment. The brain is most plastic in childhood, forming new pathways in reaction to stimuli such as language.

Classified as: Neuro, MNI, cognition, ACAR News
Published on: 11 Oct 2024

The 2024 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine has been awarded to Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun for the discovery of microRNA and its role in post-transcriptional gene regulation.

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Published on: 8 Oct 2024

RNA Nanotechnology - Gordon Research Conference (GRC)

Controlling RNA Sequence for Diagnostics and Therapeutic Delivery

January 5 - 10, 2025

Ventura, California, United States

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Published on: 8 Oct 2024

October 7, 2024 | Alumnus Aftab Ahmed MPP'23 wrote an article on  in Canada on . "The construction industry faces a twin problem: labour shortages and an impending wave of retirements. This is not a simple issue with an easy fix.

Classified as: labour shortages, Canada, Construction
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Published on: 8 Oct 2024

Scientists use stem cells to follow development of protein bodies characteristic of neurological disease

Classified as: Peter McPherson, Parkinson's, Neuro, MNI
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Published on: 8 Oct 2024

Congratulations to Dr. Raquel Cuella Martin on receiving the prestigious Gairdner Foundation Early Career Investigator Award.

As an Assistant Professor of Human Genetics at º«¹úÂãÎè, Dr. Cuella Martin is pushing the boundaries of science with her lab, which uses precision genome editing to tackle complex biological problems.

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Published on: 3 Oct 2024

Génome Québec invests up to $500,000 to boost RNA therapeutics innovation in Quebec

Génome Québec, a private, non-profit organization dedicated to advancing genomics research and innovation in Quebec, is investing up to $500,000 in º«¹úÂãÎè’s D2R Initiative. This investment will advance the commercialization of innovative genomic technologies in Quebec through D2R’s Commercialization Priming funding program.

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Published on: 2 Oct 2024

September 26, 2024 | Professor David Shribman, wrote an article about the US elections and how they will affect Canada. "The implications of a Trump presidency may have more serious immediate implications for Ukraine and Poland, but they cannot be underestimated for Canada." He continued, "it is deeply revealing about the country that sits to the north but which is far from the consciousness of most Americans, whose ignorance about their neighbor has long rankled Canadians.

Classified as: US, Election, Politics, Canadian Politics, US politics
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Published on: 30 Sep 2024

Join º«¹úÂãÎè Health Centre's next “Medical Genetics Grand Roundsâ€

The founder effect, which is observed in certain regions of Quebec, can increase susceptibility to rare disease. This stems from the fact that these communities were founded by populations that were already related.

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Published on: 26 Sep 2024

September 23, 2024 | Alumnus Anil Wasif MPP'21 wrote about the in New York. "Yunus’ return to the international stage at the UNGA symbolizes a significant moment of reputational redemption after he endured over a decade of politically motivated legal harassment under Sheikh Hasina’s government," wrote Anil. Yunus and Biden’s talks may very well open doors for deeper economic collaboration.

Classified as: mpp perspectives, Bangladesh, india, mcgill alumni, Politics
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Published on: 24 Sep 2024

D2R awards $7.3 million to Advance Research in Genomic-Based RNA Therapeutics

Montreal – September 17, 2024  º«¹úÂãÎè’s D2R initiative is proud to announce the 23 recipients of its inaugural funding programs, Foundational Projects and Research in Motion. With a total investment of $7.3 million, these awards mark a significant milestone in advancing the field of genomic-based RNA therapeutics.

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Published on: 17 Sep 2024

A recent article in La Presse, , highlights how Quebec's life sciences sector is experiencing a significant revival with the creation of an RNA hub.

Here is a exerpt from the article (translated to english): 

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Published on: 13 Sep 2024

September 3, 2024 | Alumnus Aftab Ahmed MPP'23 wrote about the given the current political environment of Bangladesh. He explains how India's heavy-handed foreign policy has fueled the crisis in Bangladesh and strained its relationships with other neighbouring countries.

Classified as: mpp perspectives, Bangladesh, india, mcgill alumni, Politics
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Published on: 4 Sep 2024

The º«¹úÂãÎè community, including researchers in genomic medicine and the health sciences, came together in July 2024 to mark the next phase of one of the University’s most rapidly growing disciplines and celebrate the generosity that is making it possible. 

The occasion was the official unveiling of signage for the Victor Phillip Dahdaleh Institute of Genomic Medicine, and on hand were the Institute’s UK-based benefactors, Victor and Mona Dahdaleh, who were recognized for the far-reaching power of their philanthropy.

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Published on: 19 Aug 2024

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