Strengthening resilience in kidney care programs to disasters and emergencies

New global roadmap developed at The Institute offers practical guidance for disaster preparedness, response and recovery in nephrology care For people living with...
August 4, 2025

Montreal researchers use AI and wearable sensors to detect inflammation before symptoms appear

  The world's first wearable-powered system predicts acute inflammation with 90 per cent sensitivity Modern medicine is largely reactive—treating illness only after symptoms...
July 31, 2025

The Government of Canada invests $51 million in McGill research

253 McGill projects received major funding from the Government of Canada to help build a more innovative, inclusive, and resilient future in Canada...
July 31, 2025

Youth at risk of suicide show early warning signs that adults often miss

Study finds emotional distress is often overlooked in childhood, suggests need for earlier mental health support in schools Drawing on a landmark 25-year...
July 31, 2025

Ancient viruses in our DNA may hold clues to what makes us human

New method for tracing viral DNA through evolution uncovers hidden sequences with gene-regulating potential, prompting a closer look at the human genome 25...
July 23, 2025

Common hereditary cancer mutation in Quebec traced to single ancestor

Findings could lead to low-cost genetic screening for people in Quebec at risk for certain inherited cancers Researchers have shed new light on...
July 23, 2025

Powering off cancer: Slowing down the spread of aggressive breast cancers by targeting their cellular powerhouse

  One in eight Canadian women will be diagnosed with breast cancer during their lifetime, according to the Canadian Cancer Society. Even though...
July 23, 2025

Study helps explain why chronic pain is often discounted

Researchers use machine learning to bridge the gap between what patients feel and what medical tests can measure, opening the door to better...
July 23, 2025

Clinical Observership Program: Bridging lab research and patient care

Four postdoctoral trainees take part in a new initiative that deepens their understanding of the diseases they study by observing clinical practice alongside...
July 18, 2025

How tapping into nurses’ full potential could ease health system strain

McGill research informs global nursing strategy aimed at improving patient care As health care systems across Canada and beyond struggle with staff shortages,...
July 16, 2025

New study reveals promising strategy to retrain neutrophils to target breast cancer 

Innovative strategy has the potential to revolutionize the treatment of breast cancer, particularly for patients who have developed resistance to targeted therapies   ...
July 16, 2025

Study reveals trained immunity may cause lung damage

Discovery could help explain why some people are more vulnerable to lung damage during severe inflammation Trained immunity – a process being explored...
July 16, 2025