Berry-flavoured may be more dangerous than non-flavoured vapes: study

Findings build on growing evidence that adding flavours to vaping solutions can increase the dangers Berry-flavoured vapes can weaken the lungs’ natural defences,...
November 7, 2024

Promising results for the Smart Hospital Project

Researchers seek to revolutionize neonatal care with innovative wireless technology The Smart Hospital Project has come a long way since its inception in...
November 7, 2024

Researchers find design flaws and oversight issues in certain health apps, offer solutions for more effective tools

‘Potential misdiagnosis is just a click away’ AI-powered apps offering medical diagnoses at the click of a button are often limited by biased...
November 7, 2024

McGill climate change centre to combine research, policy expertise 

  The McGill Centre for Climate Change and Health, launching November 20th, has adopted a multidisciplinary approach to mitigating dangerous environmental conditions and...
November 7, 2024

“Can you grab me that scalpel on the ceiling?” 

A new partnership with the Canadian Space Agency is taking off at the Steinberg Centre for Simulation and Interactive Learning. The ultimate mission:...
November 7, 2024

Landmark study finds low-sugar diet in early childhood reduces lifetime risk of chronic disease

Historical data linked to end of sugar rationing in the United Kingdom offers unique glimpse into diet and health A low-sugar diet in...
November 6, 2024

Young men who vape may be at greater risk for future heart disease

Two new studies examine how vaping during adolescence affects the lungs and heart. E-cigarettes, commonly known as vapes, contain nicotine and various chemicals,...
October 25, 2024

The golden age of health professions simulation research at McGill has arrived 

  Since I was first appointed Director of Research at the Steinberg Centre for Simulation and Interactive Learning (SCSIL) in 2021, a lot...
October 24, 2024

How vitamin D deficiency can lead to autoimmune diseases

McGill discovery explains link, highlights the importance of adequate vitamin D intake, especially in children As Canadians brace for “vitamin D winter” –...
October 23, 2024

Understanding changes in pre-clinical Alzheimer’s disease

Two disease-related proteins impact brain activity differently: From hyper- to hypoactivity to cognitive decline Amyloid-beta and tau proteins have long been associated with...
October 23, 2024

BRaIN Toastmasters event at the RI-MUHC: a resounding success

Empowering trainees with essential skills for professional growth through Toastmasters and Tremplin ambassadorship On October 2, the Brain Repair and Integrative Neuroscience (BRaIN) Program at...
October 18, 2024

Exciting innovations at the annual RI-MUHC Platform Expo

Researchers and trainees engage with experts in a dynamic half-day event. On October 1 the Centre for Translational Biology (CTB) Technology Platforms of the Research Institute...
October 18, 2024