Research
Researchers find a possible therapeutic target in the “genetic landscape” of aggressive and deadly pediatric brain tumours
A new study reveals that PFA ependymoma brain tumours display unique 3D genome features that could be exploited therapeutically Posterior fossa group...
July 16, 2024
Systemic sclerosis is on the rise in Quebec, especially in children, study finds
While mortality rates for the autoimmune disease have declined, uneven geographic distribution of cases points to need for tailored interventions, further research ...
July 16, 2024
Defining genetic discrimination: toward equity in healthcare and research
A proposed definition of "genetic discrimination" aims to unify discussions and policies in healthcare and research, and address discrimination in genetic research. ...
July 11, 2024
Increasing clinical trial expertise at the RI-MUHC
The RI-MUHC ACT-CTU reports on the realization of its vision for 2024 to build a clinical trials community and strengthen trial capabilities at...
July 11, 2024
Reducing air pollution’s toll on teens with asthma
McGill genetics researcher Audrey Grant looks at impact of poor air quality on asthmatic youngsters in Benin, West Africa, to develop a personalized...
July 11, 2024
A treatment for anorexia nervosa?
McGill-led research team may have discovered neurological mechanism underlying common eating disorder A McGill University-led research team working in collaboration with a...
July 10, 2024
McGill, industry, CQDM and Brain Canada collaborate for drug discovery
Novel drug could provide hope to those suffering from neuropathic pain and insomnia A diverse consortium, combining expertise from McGill University, the Quebec...
July 3, 2024
RI-MUHC researchers work to accelerate precision medicine for cancer in Canada
Three additional RI-MUHC research projects funded by the Marathon of Hope Cancer Centres Network The Marathon of Hope Cancer Centres Network (MOHCCN)...
July 2, 2024
FMHS researchers awarded SSHRC grants to foster collaboration with community partners
Initiatives aimed at reducing homelessness and improving collaboration in diverse workplaces The Social Science and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC) has...
July 2, 2024
Seven FMHS researchers honoured with prestigious Canada Research Chairs
Seventeen McGill researchers awarded $10.9 million in federal funding through Canada Research Chairs Program On June 14, the Government of Canada announced...
June 27, 2024
Where do you go
For double McGill alumna Prof. Dana Small, who holds the Canada Excellence Research Chair in Metabolism and the Brain, the road to high-profile...
June 21, 2024
RI-MUHC study uses AI to understand liver cancer
A new publication describes the use of ALiX, a unique AI model, to analyze data from liquid biopsy In work recently published...
June 19, 2024
Single-cell genomics: endless possibilities
Corina Nagy, PhD, is an Assistant Professor in the department of Psychiatry at McGill University and member of the McGill Group for Suicide...
June 19, 2024
Crossing the blood-brain barrier to treat MS
A clinical trial at The Neuro is targeting immune cells deep in the brain to slow disease progression “Current multiple sclerosis (MS)...
June 19, 2024