Older patients still prescribed too many potentially inappropriate drugs

Study shows that despite some improvements, potentially inappropriate medications are still heavily prescribed to seniors in Canada and some are on the rise...
September 19, 2024

Four McGill trainees win national recognition

Congratulations to the many McGill-RI-MUHC trainees distinguished recently for their innovative work, and welcome to next year’s candidates! It’s a giant step from...
September 12, 2024

Looking back at the 2024 edition of the McGill Biomedical Research Accelerator

From May to August, undergraduate students had the opportunity to work with world-renowned biomedical researchers and gain experience in professional laboratories and facilities...
September 12, 2024

McGill researchers introduce a scalable, cost-effective solution for single-cell profiling

An innovative computational tool, scSemiProfiler, makes powerful single-cell sequencing technology more accessible for health research Single-cell sequencing is a breakthrough technology in biological...
September 12, 2024

Bridging science and care: Enhancing parenting interventions for early childhood development

RI-MUHC researcher Marilyn Ahun publishes new work on the effects of multi-component parenting and mental health interventions on child and parent outcomes Research...
September 12, 2024

The brain’s balancing system

Small number of dopamine neurons play a critical role in controlling a wide range of behaviours A finding by a McGill-led team of...
September 12, 2024

Microbes in orbit: Understanding spaceflight’s impact on gut health

McGill-led study featured in largest release of space biology discoveries in history Scientists have uncovered how space travel profoundly alters the gut microbiome,...
September 11, 2024

New guidelines to better identify people at risk of heart attack and stroke

An international expert panel, co-chaired by Dr. Rhian Touyz of the RI-MUHC, recommends various measures to reduce cardiovascular risks for a wider range...
September 11, 2024

McGill MDCM-PhD students fare well with Vanier Scholarships again this year

When the 2024 Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships were announced earlier this year, McGill fared well once again, with 10 recipients – of which...
September 11, 2024

Argerie Tsimicalis champions virtual reality in children’s healthcare

Virtual reality has been a gamechanger for patients at the Shriners Hospitals for Children® - Canada, helping to reduce pain and anxiety associated...
September 11, 2024

Four new clinical trials grants from the CIHR for RI-MUHC researchers

The Government of Canada announced investments in 14 new clinical trials to support Canada’s response to major health threats and bolster the life...
August 29, 2024

The time the malaria-bearing mosquito bites you might make a difference

Circadian rhythms appear to influence vulnerability to malaria parasites A discovery by McGill-affiliated researchers could lead to more effective treatment of malaria and...
August 29, 2024