| Robarts eNewsletter Spring 2017 |
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Governor General visits Robarts
His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, toured Robarts Research Institute during his recent visit to Western University. He spoke with researchers, including Arthur Brown, PhD, about their groundbreaking concussion and brain imaging research.
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Insights into short-term memory
Julio Martinez-Trujillo leads a team of researchers who have discovered that nerve cells in our brains work together to store and retrieve short-term memory.
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Support for world-class neuroscience research
A $2.7-million boost in funding is enabling researchers to explore aspects of Alzheimer's disease and multiple sclerosis (MS), as well as answer fundamental questions about cognition and memory.
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All-star athletes join See the Line
Five-time Olympic medalist Hayley Wickenheiser is adding her voice to the conversation about concussion in sport as part of See the Line on August 16. She joins See the Line honorary chair Eric Lindros, NHL player Logan Couture, Western's Women's Hockey assistant coach Kalley Armstrong and moderator Ron MacLean, host of Hockey Night in Canada.
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Scientific Director's Update
Five Questions with Marlys Koschinsky, PhD
Marlys Koschinsky, PhD, Scientific and Executive Director, sat down with us to talk about the latest developments and achievements at Robarts, what she is looking forward to in the next few months and progress with her own research program.
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Latest News
Recent research breakthroughs and awards
Robarts scientists Melvyn Goodale, PhD, and Dr. David Spence made headlines with their research on the effects of smiling and hypertension treatment in Africa. Recent award recipients include Brian Corneil, PhD, Dr. Lena Palaniyappan and several entrepreneurial-minded trainees.
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The Next Generation
Scientific detective work
Ashley Makela, PhD Candidate, caught the research bug working in hospital radiology. Now as a trainee, she's advancing breast cancer research to improve detection and treatment.
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Featured Event
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Leaders in Innovation and Taylor Symposium
Multiple sclerosis (MS) research is helping improve diagnosis, treatment and prevention. Robarts Research Institute is celebrating innovations and scientific excellence in this field. Mark your calendars for November 15 and join us for the 2017 Taylor Symposium and Leaders in Innovation Dinner.
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